Whether you are an investor or an owner-occupant seeking flexible rental potential, this property presents a unique opportunity at an attractive price point. The property includes a main residence of approximately 1,009 sq ft with 2 Bedrooms Living Room 1 Bathroom there is a Formal Room that could function if needed as a Bedroom Must add Doors and Closet. The detached rear cottage, known as 1008 1/2 Merry St, measuring approximately 512 sq ft based on floor plan measurements. With 1 Bedroom and a open concept living /KItchen and Dining area Both residences are currently vacant, providing flexibility for an owner-occupant or investor. The detached cottage offers 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom and was previously rented for $895/month. The main residence is currently configured with 2 dedicated bedrooms and 1 bathroom, plus a versatile additional room that may serve as a third bedroom, home office, guest space, or den, depending on the buyer's needs. Recent improvements include replacement of the subfloor and hardwood flooring in the secondary bedroom and formal dining/living room. Potential options include occupying the main residence while leasing the rear cottage, living in the cottage while leasing the main residence, or adding both residences to a rental portfolio. Estimated rental potential for the main residence may range from approximately $1,200/month as a 2-bedroom layout to approximately $1,400/month if utilized as a 3-bedroom layout, subject to buyer verification, market conditions, zoning, code requirements, and any required approvals or improvements. Based on these estimates and the cottage's prior rent, combined potential rental income may be approximately $2,095 to $2,295/month. Possibly Live in one and Rent the other. Convenient to Augusta location near the medical and university area with easy access from the Wrightsboro Road corridor. Some photos have been virtually staged for marketing purposes and may not represent the property's current furnishings or appearance. Room dimensions and square footage are approximate and provided for informational purposes only. Any stated or estimated property value is based on factors such as location, condition, available market data, and other relevant considerations and is not a guarantee of appraised or market value. Rental amounts and income projections are estimates only and are not guaranteed. Buyer to independently verify square footage, room dimensions, bedroom count, rental income, zoning, permitted uses, financing eligibility, property value, and all information deemed important prior to purchase. Agent Owned
For sale
Price cut: $20K (10/1)
$250,000
1008 Merry Street, Augusta, GA 30904
3beds
1,521sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$244,900 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 11 days
- 212
- 13
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Derya Martin,
ERA Wilder Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100607665
Originating MLS: REALTORS® of Greater Augusta
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Family Room, Living Room, Breakfast Nook
Primary bedroom
- Description: Cottage
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.7 x 11.3
Primary bedroom
- Description: Main House
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 14.6
Bedroom 1
- Description: Main House
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 14.2
Breakfast nook
- Description: Cottage
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8.11 x 11.3
Family room
- Description: Main House
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 18.9
Kitchen
- Description: Cottage
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8.11 x 6.7
Kitchen
- Description: Main House
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 7.9
Living room
- Description: Main House
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 14.11
Living room
- Description: Cottage
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 11.3
Heating
- Other, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Electric Oven, Range, Dishwasher
Features
- Master Downstairs, 2nd Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Attic: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,521
- Total interior livable area: 1,521 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Paved
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
- View description: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40.03 x 150
- Features: Level, See Remarks
Details
- Parcel number: 0451142000
- Zoning: r3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- See Remarks
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Other, See Remarks
Green energy
- Green verification: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Summerville
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Augusta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $164/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $92,203
- Annual tax amount: $2,666
- Date on market: 10/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$244,900
$233,000 - $257,000
$1,269/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2026 | Price change | $250,000-7.4%$164/sqft |
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| 9/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $270,000$178/sqft |
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| 8/19/2026 | Listing removed | $270,000$178/sqft |
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| 6/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $270,000+42.1%$178/sqft |
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| 9/15/2025 | Listing removed | $1,195$1/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,195$1/sqft |
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| 3/21/2022 | Sold | $190,000+183.6%$125/sqft |
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| 3/5/2021 | Sold | $67,000-6.9%$44/sqft |
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| 6/12/2007 | Sold | $72,000$47/sqft |
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| 4/7/2005 | Sold | $72,000+3%$47/sqft |
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| 6/10/2003 | Sold | $69,900+39.8%$46/sqft |
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| 4/5/2000 | Sold | $50,000$33/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,399 +9.3% | $92,204 +6.7% |
| 2024 | $3,109 +14.4% | $86,398 +13.7% |
| 2023 | $2,718 +88.7% | $76,000 +183.6% |
| 2022 | $1,441 +6.1% | $26,800 -15.4% |
| 2021 | $1,357 -18.2% | $31,690 +8% |
| 2020 | $1,660 -0.8% | $29,333 -0.3% |
| 2019 | $1,673 +0.4% | $29,429 |
| 2018 | $1,667 -0.4% | $29,429 |
| 2017 | $1,673 +23.3% | $29,429 |
| 2016 | $1,357 | $29,429 |
| 2015 | $1,357 -0.6% | $29,429 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $1,364 | $29,314 |
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Neighborhood: Academy Baker Ave
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Monte Sano
- Middle: Tutt
- High: Richmond Academy
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.









