Spanning six private acres beneath a canopy of mature hardwoods, 151 Hickory Pointe Drive is a remarkable estate on Athens' Eastside. Built in 1996 as the beloved home and creative retreat of acclaimed Georgia author Terry Kay and his wife, the property was thoughtfully designed to complement its natural setting. A winding drive leads to the home, where large windows and four inviting porches capture peaceful woodland views. The main level features a formal dining room, an open great room with fireplace, kitchen and breakfast area, and a spacious primary suite with private deck access overlooking the saltwater pool and expansive patio. An office or guest bedroom, half bath, mudroom, and laundry room complete the main floor. Upstairs, two library spaces with built-in bookshelves, a central loft, and two private bedroom suites with full baths provide flexible living space. An unfinished basement offers abundant storage. Conveniently located near Athens' Eastside shopping, dining, parks, the University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Downtown Athens, and Wire Park, this distinctive estate combines privacy, character, and history in an exceptional setting.
Pending
$949,000
151 Hickory Pointe Dr, Athens, GA 30605
4beds
4,265sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
6.07 Acres Lot
$905,800 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Peaceful woodland viewsOffice or guest bedroomCentral loftLarge windowsFour inviting porchesKitchen and breakfast areaAbundant storage
- 73 days
- 196
- 10
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Heather Bradley 678-313-0790,
Ansley RE|Christie's Int'l RE
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10795365
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Great Room, Laundry, Library, Loft, Office, Other
Dining room
- Features: Seats 12+, Separate Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Electric, Central
Cooling
- Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Oven/Range (Combo)
- Laundry: Mud Room
Features
- Bookcases, Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Double Vanity, Separate Shower, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Master On Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,265
- Total interior livable area: 4,265 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,265
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Off Street, Parking Pad
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Salt Water
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6.07 Acres
- Features: Private, Sloped
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 254A1 B006
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet, Other
Green energy
- Green verification: ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Hickory Pointe
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Athens
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $223/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $775,975
- Annual tax amount: $9,637
- Date on market: 6/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 74 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Estimated market value
$905,800
$861,000 - $951,000
$4,187/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Pending sale | $949,000$223/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10795365 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $949,000$223/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10795365 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2026 | Listing removed | $949,000$223/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10775774 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $949,000+71%$223/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #CL357632 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2021 | Sold | $555,000-7.5%$130/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #CM981485 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2021 | Contingent | $599,900$141/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #981485 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2021 | Listed for sale | $599,900$141/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #981485 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2021 | Contingent | $599,900$141/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #8976911 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2021 | Pending sale | $599,900$141/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #981485 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2021 | Price change | $599,900-4%$141/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #981485 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $625,000$147/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #981485 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,928 +3.2% | $310,390 +6% |
| 2024 | $8,651 +10.7% | $292,816 +10.1% |
| 2023 | $7,815 +15.7% | $266,040 +20% |
| 2022 | $6,752 +11.7% | $221,646 +23.5% |
| 2021 | $6,046 +75.4% | $179,401 +6.4% |
| 2020 | $3,447 +2% | $168,602 +2.9% |
| 2019 | $3,380 +2.4% | $163,831 +3.6% |
| 2018 | $3,301 | $158,167 +5% |
| 2017 | $3,301 +3.3% | $150,698 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $3,197 +4.8% | $140,138 +2.8% |
| 2015 | $3,050 +1.8% | $136,318 |
| 2014 | $2,996 | $136,318 |
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| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | $1,858 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 30605
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Barnett Shoals
- Middle: Hilsman
- High: Cedar Shoals
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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