Gainesville Homes with Multi/Split Stories

Gainesville Homes with Multi/Split Stories

Welcome to Gainesville, Georgia—a charming city nestled in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains, renowned for its picturesque landscapes, vibrant community, and rich history. Known as the "Chicken Capital of the World," Gainesville boasts a unique blend of Southern hospitality and modern amenities, making it an ideal destination for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

As you explore Gainesville, you’ll be captivated by its beautiful lakes, including Lake Lanier, which offers a plethora of recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking. The city is also home to a thriving arts scene, with local galleries, theaters, and festivals that celebrate the rich cultural fabric of the community. With a diverse array of dining options, from cozy cafes to fine dining, you’ll find something to satisfy every palate.

When it comes to real estate, Gainesville offers a variety of homes that cater to different lifestyles, with a special focus on multi-story and split-level properties. These homes provide an ideal layout for families, offering spacious living areas and the flexibility to create distinct spaces for relaxation, entertainment, and work. With multiple levels, you can enjoy the privacy of separate floors, perfect for growing families or those who love to host guests.

Whether you’re searching for a cozy multi-story home near the lake or a split-level property in a friendly neighborhood, Gainesville has something to suit your needs. Embrace the opportunity to live in a community that values both tradition and progress, and discover the perfect home in this vibrant city. Welcome to Gainesville—where your dream home awaits!

Newest Gainesville Homes with Multi/Split Stories

$399,995
5 Beds 4 Baths 7818157 MLS
NEAR LAKE LANIER! This exceptional property at 2276 Skyline Drive, Gainesville, GA offers two completely separate living spaces, ideal for multi-generational living, rental income, or investment opportunities. Located just steps from Lake Lanier and minutes from marinas, parks, shopping, dining, and medical facilities, this home combines flexibility, comfort, and prime location. The upper-level features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, a bright and open living and dining area, a fully renovated kitchen with quartz countertops, newer appliances, and a dedicated laundry room. Modern finishes and updated flooring throughout create a move-in ready living space. The lower level offers a private entrance and functions as a completely independent living space, featuring 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, two spacious living areas, a full 2ND KITCHEN with newer appliances and quartz countertops, and a separate laundry room. This level is ideal for extended family, guests, long-term rental. Recent renovations include new flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, modern lighting fixtures, updated kitchens and bathrooms, new appliances, and a brand-new deck perfect for outdoor entertaining. This versatile property provides multiple living and income opportunities. Live in one level while renting the other or maximize rental potential with both units. Conveniently located near Lake Lanier, boat ramps, marinas, parks, shopping, dining, and healthcare facilities. No HOA. Move in ready. A rare find in a highly desirable location.

2276 Skyline Drive, Gainesville

$1,350,000
4 Beds 5 Baths 7803973 MLS
Say goodbye to the cookie-cutter lifestyle and welcome home to this extraordinary, custom-built lakefront estate on Lake Lanier. Perfectly situated in a highly sought-after South lake location, this architectural masterpiece offers peace of mind with a brand-new roof and a 2-year warranty, along with the ultimate blend of secluded privacy, rich character, and effortless waterfront living, all just minutes from GA-400, Two Mile Creek, and the lake’s premier marinas and dining. From the moment you arrive, the unique craftsmanship is on full display, starting with the beautiful stained-glass sidelights framing the front entrance. Step inside to a striking, split dual staircase that immediately sets a grand tone. Ascend the stairs into a soaring, open-concept great room designed to impress. Anchored by a magnificent stone fireplace and gleaming hardwood floors, this dramatic space features a sweeping wall of windows that floods the open floor plan with vibrant natural light. The central kitchen island connects effortlessly to the main living area, where two sets of French doors seamlessly blend indoor elegance with outdoor living, opening wide to an expansive deck made for alfresco dining and relaxation. Perched on the top third floor lies the primary suite—a true haven sprinkled with skylights throughout. This bedroom offers two private balconies for quiet morning coffees, a versatile sitting room, two walk-in closets, and an additional multifunctional closet that serves as the perfect hidden home office. The spa-inspired primary bath is a showstopper, featuring an oversized whirlpool tub, brass fixtures, skylights, and a luxurious dual-headed shower equipped with a built-in bench and an intricate mosaic tile medallion floor. Take the lower dual sets of stairs down to the fully finished terrace level, the ultimate footprint for relaxation and entertaining. This level features a family room with its own set of French doors opening to the lower deck, alongside two spacious bedrooms, each featuring its own private full bath for maximum guest comfort. Adding incredible versatility to the estate, the bonus room located directly above the attached two-car garage serves as a completely private, air-conditioned guest suite. Adorned with cathedral ceilings and decorative hanging stained-glass window panels, this charming retreat is complete with two closets, a private water closet, and a classic clawfoot tub/shower combo. Designed for those who want to spend their weekends on the water rather than pushing a lawnmower, the property boasts beautifully secluded, low-maintenance landscaping. Two massive back decks provide endless space for outdoor entertaining, while a remarkably short, easy walk leads you directly to your private party dock, ready for your boat and sunny days on the lake. To make this transition completely seamless, the seller is offering a rare, turn-key opportunity. Select furnishings, interior decor, and even the watercrafts currently at the property are available for purchase and open to negotiation. Please note that all personal property negotiations and sales are to be handled completely separate from the real estate transaction. Pack your bags, move right into this distinctive lakefront retreat, and hit the water on day one.

9035 Walnut Cove Lane, Gainesville

$3,000,000
6 Beds 7 Baths 7469790 MLS
This magnificent, elegantly rustic, custom built Lake Lanier estate on 6.78 acres includes a Main Home, a Carriage House, and 2 attached Guest Houses on deep water with a double slip party dock, along with a stream, multiple waterfalls and water features, covered gazebo, and stone walking paths, is like no other property you've experienced! It could easily function as a private estate, investment opportunity, or corporate retreat. The refined gated entrance and tree lined drive over the stream welcomes you to the Main Home reminiscent of a log home in the mountains. Once inside, you'll appreciate the family room with gorgeous, hand hewn logs and beams, pine floors taken from an 1800's cabin, both joined with wood pegs, wood ceiling, stone fireplace, and an open porch leading to a stone patio that captures beautiful lake views. The kitchen boasts a stone backsplash, Viking appliances of a 4 burner with griddle gas range and refrigerator, a Bosch dishwasher, built-in pantry, a second stone fireplace in the dining area, and lake views. Just off the kitchen is a laundry room, and a hall full bath with SteaMist shower. Walk past a spiral staircase (reclaimed from a ship) and you'll find a generous Guest bedroom with ensuite offering a third stone fireplace, built-ins, lake views, and French doors to a private screened porch. The bath includes a gorgeous stone accent wall and a huge, dual head shower. Upstairs, the Primary bedroom with ensuite offers a cozy sitting/office area featuring a wood burning stove against a stone accent wall. Built-ins and a spacious morning bar lead into the luxurious bath with a makeup area, SteaMist shower, and stone floors. Within the bedroom, a fourth stone fireplace, huge walk-in closet with built-in storage, and French doors leading to your private deck overlooking the lake, combine to enhance the beginning or ending of your day. An additional bedroom/office with 3 closets, a sitting area, and a fifth stone fireplace will warmly welcome guests. Two hall closets and a hall, full bath completes the upper floor. The Carriage House features a 2 bay, heated and cooled garage with an interlocking tiled floor. Upstairs you'll enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen with a Thermador 4 burner gas range, 2 Subzero under counter refrigerators, a Bosch dishwasher, granite counters, stained cabinets, wood walls and ceiling, and wide board pine flooring. A spacious dining and living area focuses on a stacked stone accent wall with wood burning stove. A full bath, linen closet, and closet, along with a loft bedroom makes a perfect space for your guests. Should there be a power loss, a Generac generator supports the Main Home and the Carriage House. The Guest Homes allow for additional family or guests to feel right at home. Each home features 2 garage bays that are heated and cooled with separate thermostats, with 1 bay hosting an EV charger. Upon entering the homes, you'll find a laundry room with glazed cabinets, Travertine tile floors, granite countertops, and a sink. Before you walk upstairs, look up! You won't want to miss the stunning, light-filled, wood ceiling. Once upstairs, you'll find that both living spaces are private, yet conveniently connected. They each offer kitchenettes with Kitchen Aide refrigerators, drawer dishwashers, and microwaves. The family and dining areas are intimate, and both have ample bedrooms with ensuites. Stone paths from the Main home and the Guest Home lead past the stream, waterfall, and pond to a covered gazebo with beautiful lake views. The 32x32 double slip, covered dock is teak and has been recently pressure washed and oiled. Included at the dock are a boat hoist and 4 jet ski ports. The dock electrical was also recently rewired. This amazing property also features stone accent walls. A walkable paved cart path that leads to the adjacent vacant lot with a concrete drive allows for overflow parking, an RV or trailer for your watercraft, and a separate gated entrance.

3464 Carolyn Street, Gainesville

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