Upper River Rd, Macon, GA 31211
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Upper River Rd
Macon, GA 31211

  • Studio

$11,000,000

Est. Mortgage $64,579/mo*
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$11,000,000

Est. Mortgage $64,579/mo*
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Studio
(on 1,544 acres)

Home Highlights

Listed
18 days ago

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Located just minutes from historic Macon, Georgia, Buckelew Farm offers 1,544 acres of pristine woods, creeks, a 20-acre lake, and 20+ miles of trails. Buckelew Farm checks every box for premier hunting, fishing, and all outdoor enjoyment. A custom lodge, barns, and well managed land make this the ultimate private retreat-an enduring legacy for generations to come.Miles of scenic trails and roads invite exploration across the diverse landscape. Majestic pine stands provide a sanctuary for wild quail, while miles of shaded creeks and hardwood bottoms support thriving populations of deer and turkey. A beautifully maintained 20-acre lake, complemented by a duck pond and planted dove field, enhances the property's appeal for sportsmen and family enjoyment. For the outdoor enthusiast or family retreat, Buckelew Farm offers countless pursuits-from fishing and hunting to ATV/UTV riding, horseback riding, hiking, and wildlife photography. At the heart of the estate sits a custom-built 4,000-square-foot lodge, artfully designed for comfort and entertaining. The five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath residence includes modern amenities, a spacious office, porches, patios, and a finished basement recreation area with a full bar and masonry fireplace. Supporting improvements include a manager's home, multiple equipment barns, workshops, and outbuildings-providing everything needed for seamless land management or a private family retreat. A designated building site across the lake also allows for future expansion or guest quarters. This exceptional property offers a 20-acre private lake with duck pond, a managed dove field, multiple deer stands, and a 1,200-yard rifle range. With 20 miles of internal trails, two miles of road frontage, and ideal terrain for ATV/UTV riding, horseback riding, and hiking, it delivers unmatched recreation and year-round outdoor enjoyment. Buckelew Farm also features ideal quail habitat with well-managed pine stands, diverse understory cover, and thoughtfully maintained openings that provide abundant feeding and nesting areas. Recognized as Georgia Tree Farm of the Year in both 2006 and 2016, Buckelew Farm has long been celebrated for its dedication to responsible land and timber management. The property's timber stands are expertly managed, blending mature pine and mature hardwoods to create both ecological, aesthetic, and economic value. Protected under a Working Forest Conservation Easement, the property ensures long term stewardship-preserving wildlife habitat, water quality, and timber resources for generations to come.   Located in the heart of central Georgia, the property lies within a region known for its rolling terrain, rich soils, and diverse wildlife habitat. The area experiences a mild, four-season climate with warm summers, cool winters, and long growing seasons that support robust forestry and agricultural production. Reliable rainfall and temperate weather make the region ideal for year-round outdoor recreation, land management, and wildlife conservation. Buckelew Farm offers the tranquility of rural Georgia while remaining exceptionally accessible. It sits less than 10 minutes from Macon, just 10 miles from Middle Georgia Regional Airport, and about 85 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, with Atlanta and Athens both an easy 1.5-hour drive.

Home Details for Upper River Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
No CoolingNo Heating
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Days on Market

Days on Market: 18

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Farm
Building
Not a New Construction

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $11,000,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Macon
School Information
Elementary School District: 000000Jr High / Middle School District: 000000High School District: 000000

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 11617290

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1544.00 acres

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 11617290
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Christopher Buchanan, (478) 456-6407
Hayden Outdoors Real Estate
Source: My State MLS, MLS#11617290

Market trends in Macon

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$167K
$12.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.7%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$108
$5MoM
Available listings
900
6MoM

Price History for Upper River Rd

DatePriceEventSource
07/22/2026$11,000,000Listed For SaleMy State MLS #11617290

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2016
Tax$50
Assessment$3,477
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for Upper River Rd

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Distance
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Sold Price
Sold Date
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Sqft
124 Coppergate Ln, Macon, GA
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02/20/26
3
2
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656 Whispering Pines Dr, Macon, GA
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$415,000
09/22/25
4
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2,315
161 Fairway Cir, Macon, GA
1.15
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$364,500
04/03/26
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4
2,500
417 Lakeview Pl, Macon, GA
1.16
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$400,000
02/13/26
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4
2,534
616 Whispering Pines Dr, Macon, GA
1.17
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$354,900
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4
2,465
527 Shady Greens Dr, Macon, GA
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$314,900
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3
2
2,063
148 River North Blvd, Macon, GA
1.27
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4
3
2,631
4450 Rivercliff Way, Gray, GA
1.34
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3
3.5
2,271
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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Macon

At least 929 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 42 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 41 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 26 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Tyesheajournee
    "Kid friendly neighborhood"
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  • Proudanimemom.060822
    "The place has lots of kids but I still would not recommend this place to someone to live! I don’t always feel comfortable or even completely safe here! "
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  • Proudanimemom.060822
    "The place it okay! I would rather be living somewhere else However, if you need a place to stay it is okay "
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  • Sgmoody74
    "Lived here one year. There are 25 homes in Lagrange Place with a price range from five hundred thousand to 1.5 million. Upscale and quiet. Almost all yards professionally maintained."
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  • ArTeyonna Fields
    "I have lived here for 6 years and I love the neighbors. No complaints and have had no issues at all. We stick together and help when we can. "
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  • Janell Rangel
    "I don’t know haven’t lived here for very long! However, in my opinion it is not a safe neighborhood! "
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  • Jamie taylor
    "This is an ok starter neighborhood but I prefer a better neighborhood if you can afford it. This neighborhood is a mixed demographic "
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  • Charlotte Mccuen
    "Neighbors walk their dogs on leashes daily. It is a dog friendly neighborhood, although dogs are kept inside or contained in an invisible fenced yard."
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  • Charlotte Mccuen
    "Often my neighborhood is used for Jays Hope 3k and 5k road race. Other than this, my neighborhood is not inner city but in suburb."
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  • Discreet
    "We don’t have anything other than neighborhood watch meetings periodically. We live where there are gunshots every night almost. "
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  • Michelle King
    "It is quiet, very well maintained and spacious. Grocery store, pharmacy, gym tanning bed, all very close by. "
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  • Christinew38
    "So that they can decide if they want to raise their children and live in this area. It’s not really safe, crime is up"
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  • Christinew38
    "This neighborhood needs revitalizing its run down and too many abandoned houses …. It needs work and attention from the homeowners "
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  • Trulia User
    "block party’s and family gatherings also having block events cookouts,birthday parties raffles for the neighborhood "
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  • Nbweetp
    "Everything is very close by and/or easy to get to from where I live. It’s close to the interstates and shopping areas"
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  • Trulia User
    "Dogs walking around without a leash attacking other people’s pets also the drugs left scattered about"
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing. No one trick or treats in my neighborhood. No one speaks. Neighbors just call Code Enforcement on you. "
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  • Angel Davis
    "Somewhat quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors, pet friendly and a nice park nearby with playground . Convenient to shopping and grocery stores"
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  • Sassiekas
    "Dog lovers here. My dog has escaped my yard a few times. Neighbors have been helpful in finding him, and understanding!"
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  • Jasmine A.
    "I think the owners invade the customers privacy posting their car and trash can on a public website they should of made them aware so they could move it this shouldn’t be in the picture this is unprofessional "
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  • Trulia User
    "I like it here but it's lakewildwood. been here for 5 years. it's pretty safe for children. It's ok to raise a family here! "
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  • Trulia User
    "None really, other than seasonal events, i.e. Cherry Blossom Festival, Macon Film Festival, Bragg Jam, Soapbox Derby, African American And Native American Festivals."
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  • Clay H.
    "Dogs are definitely welcome here. In the morning and evenings you always spot joggers with their dogs . "
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  • Jakebestac
    "That there is no dog parks within walking distance. I don’t see to many people walking there dogs. "
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  • Quinnicia J.
    "Macon is a really good place to live and it safe to play in and there are many parks that you can explore and visit with the whole family"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are several schools there are gas stations and 4 Walmarts we have 2 malls downtown is lit every Friday "
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  • Chamblissbeach
    "I’ve lived in the Macon area for more than 20 years. It is a decent community. The public school system is not the best, but there are several good private schools in the area."
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  • Kdayers1241
    "Lots of parks, festivals, fairs, lots of concerts in the surrounding area! Any place you want to eat we have it!"
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  • Livjohn717
    "Every year we always have a firework show for everyone ever year on the Fourth of July. We also have a Facebook neighborhood group to look after each other"
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  • Alicia M. F.
    "I moved here from a much smaller town. It's loud. There aren't enough police to tend to the criminal activities. There is always something going on, and downtown always smells like a paper mill."
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  • Will64982000
    "I live in a golf/swimming community. The income level is upper middle class. People are friendly, very to theirselves. Crime is extremely low. Neighborhood watch. Most homes have cameras installed. Great community to leave in. I have "
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  • Maribel C.
    "Most houses have fenced yards which makes it a dog friendly. Amerson River Park is close and dog friendly, great park for walking"
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  • Racharamurphy
    "Semble at Overlook is right down the street from the river crossing-outdoor mall. And close to the very famous food places on riverside "
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  • Jasmine J.
    "Social economic class is important to determine what part of town you want to live at. Moderate to low traffic. "
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  • Unspecified
    "My neighborhood is close to 75/475. Minutes from Macon and Warner Robins. Convenient to shopping, restaurants but yet still on the outskirts of the city. "
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  • Jnny32209
    "There’s a lot of dog friendly neighborhoods. Nice area to walk dogs. Only issue is some people don’t pay attention to their dogs and dog will cause little issues here and there "
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  • Are S.
    "Traffic isn’t bad, only takes 15 minutes to get to retail shopping, 5 minutes to down town, 2 minutes to Walmart and Kroger’s."
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  • Vanessa M.
    "My drive to work is about 30 to 40 min on a good day. I’m fairly close to shopping. The high school for my district is way too far out."
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  • Amanda G.
    "Good distance from necessities, parks recreation, and shopping center. Certain public schools are located in bad areas but for the most part good school districts "
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  • Amo_0627
    "I currently live close to work but I definitely wouldn’t mind a longer drive to get to work in order to have a house on some land with more privacy that also had better school systems than Bibb county currently does. "
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Frequently asked questions about Upper River Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for Upper River Rd?
    Based on a $11,000,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for Upper River Rd in Macon, GA is approximately $66,141 (about $57,358 principal & interest, $8,708 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for Upper River Rd compare to homes in Macon?
    Upper River Rd in Macon, GA is listed at $11,000,000, about 6507% above the $167K median sale price in Macon.
  • What do residents say about Macon?
    Residents describe Macon, GA as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Macon, GA.
  • What are the closest schools to Upper River Rd?
    The closest schools to Upper River Rd in Macon, GA are Clifton Ridge Middle School (rated 6/10), Dames Ferry Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 7/10), Jones County High School (rated 5/10).
  • How big is the lot at Upper River Rd?
    The lot at Upper River Rd in Macon, GA is about 1544 acres.
  • Is there a virtual tour of Upper River Rd?
    Yes, a virtual tour of Upper River Rd in Macon, GA is available.
Christopher Buchanan, Hayden Outdoors Real Estate
Agent Phone: (478) 456-6407
Upper River Rd, Macon, GA 31211 is a studio single-family home. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by My State MLS on Jul 22, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 11617290.