MLS# 7787252 – 554 E New Salem Common Nw, Marietta, GA 30064

Property Description

Set behind private gates at the base of Kennesaw Mountain, this exceptional French Manor estate offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and architectural distinction. Situated on 1.725 acres adjacent to the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park corridor with direct walking access to the park. Designed for both grand entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the home showcases extensive crown molding, custom millwork, built-in cabinetry, and exceptional attention to detail throughout. The gourmet kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring premium appliances, quartz countertops, an oversized island, and an impressive walk-in scullery pantry. The main-level owner’s suite is a true retreat, complete with a spa-inspired bath featuring a freestanding soaking tub, seamless glass shower, custom cabinetry, and an expansive walk-in closet with direct access to the laundry room. The main level offers exceptional flexibility, featuring a private study, den, and formal dining. An additional bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or extended stays rounds out the main level. Upstairs, an oversized guest suite with a private bath provides comfortable accommodations for family and guests. Above the garage, a separate finished suite with a newly renovated full bath creates endless possibilities as a guest residence, executive office, studio, fitness room, or private retreat. At the center of the estate, a magnificent flowering courtyard with a French-inspired fireplace provides an unforgettable setting for entertaining and outdoor gatherings. Combining timeless architecture, a versatile floor plan, exceptional craftsmanship, and a coveted location, this remarkable residence offers a lifestyle rarely found in today’s market.

Property Details and Features

Accessibility Features
Accessibility Features: “None”

Property Access
Road Frontage Type: “County Road”
Road Surface Type: “Asphalt”

Appliances & Equipment
Appliances: “Dishwasher”, “Disposal”, “Double Oven”, “Electric Oven”, “Gas Cooktop”, “Gas Water Heater”, “Microwave”, “Range Hood”, “Refrigerator”
Other Equipment: “Irrigation Equipment”

Basement
Basement: “Crawl Space”

Bathrooms
5 full bathrooms
3 main level bathrooms
3 main level bedrooms
5 total bathrooms

Bedrooms
Bedrooms Total: 5
Features: “In-Law Floorplan”, “Master on Main”, “Oversized Master”

Building
Above Grade Finished Area: 5886
Architectural Style: “French Provincial”
Building Area Total: 5886
Common Walls: “No Common Walls”
Construction Materials: “Brick 4 Sides”, “Stone”
Levels: “Two”
Year Built: 1998

Community
Community Features: “Near Schools”, “Near Shopping”, “Near Trails/Greenway”

Cooling
Cooling: “Central Air”, “Zoned”

Dining Room
Features: “Seats 12+”, “Separate Dining Room”

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: “Courtyard”, “Garden”, “Private Entrance”, “Private Yard”, “Rear Stairs”
Patio And Porch Features: “Covered”, “Front Porch”, “Patio”, “Rear Porch”

Fence
Fencing: “Back Yard”, “Fenced”, “Front Yard”, “Privacy”, “Wood”

Fireplaces
Features: “Gas Log”, “Gas Starter”, “Living Room”, “Other Room”, “Outside”
3 total fireplaces

Floors
Flooring: “Carpet”, “Ceramic Tile”, “Hardwood”

Garage
2 garage spaces

Water Features
Water Body Name: None
Waterfront Features: “None”

Heating
Heating: “Forced Air”, “Natural Gas”, “Zoned”

Home Owner’s Association
Second Association Fee: $0

Interior Features
Features: “Beamed Ceilings”, “Bookcases”, “Double Vanity”, “Entrance Foyer”, “High Ceilings 10 ft Main”, “High Ceilings 10 ft Upper”, “Walk-In Closet(s)”

Kitchen
Room Kitchen Features: “Breakfast Room”, “Cabinets Other”, “Eat-in Kitchen”, “Kitchen Island”, “Pantry Walk-In”, “Stone Counters”, “Wine Rack”

Laundry
Features: “Laundry Room”, “Main Level”

Listing
Current Price: $1,679,000
Days On Market: 0
Listing Contract Date: 2026-06-12
Listing Terms: “Cash”, “Conventional”, “FHA”, “VA Loan”
Mls Status: Active
On Market Date: 2026-06-18
Price: $1,679,000
Standard Status: Active

Location
City: Marietta
County Or Parish: Cobb – GA
State Or Province: GA
Subdivision Name: None

Lot
Acres: 1.725
Dimensions: x
Features: “Borders US/State Park”, “Front Yard”, “Landscaped”, “Level”, “Private”, “Wooded”

Primary Bathroom
Features: “Double Vanity”, “Separate His/Hers”, “Separate Tub/Shower”, “Soaking Tub”

Miscellaneous
Horse Amenities: “None”

Energy Saving
Green Energy Efficient: “None”
Green Energy Generation: “None”

Parking
Parking Features: “Attached”, “Garage”, “Garage Door Opener”, “Garage Faces Side”, “Kitchen Level”, “Level Driveway”
Parking Total: 2

Pool
Features: “None”

Property
Other Structures: “Carriage House”, “Greenhouse”
Property Condition: “Resale”
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
View: “Mountain(s)”

Roof
Roof: “Composition”, “Shingle”

Schools
Elementary School Bus Route
Elementary School: West Side – Cobb
High School Bus Route
High School: Marietta
Middle Or Junior School: Marietta
Middle School Bus Route

Security Features
Security Features: “Security Gate”, “Security System Owned”, “Smoke Detector(s)”

Sewer
Sewer: “Septic Tank”

Spa
Features: “None”

Taxes
Tax Annual Amount: $3,388
Tax Parcel Letter: 20-0288-0-019-0
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities
Electric: “110 Volts”, “220 Volts in Garage”, “220 Volts in Laundry”
Utilities: “Cable Available”, “Electricity Available”, “Natural Gas Available”, “Phone Available”, “Water Available”, “Other”
Water Source: “Public”

Windows
Features: “Insulated Windows”, “Shutters”