Welcome to this stunning 1.5 story new era Craftsman-style residence located in the highly desirable swim and tennis community of Falling Shoals in Athens' East Side. Offering one of the most spacious floor plans in the neighborhood, this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home is designed for both comfortable everyday living and entertaining. Beautiful hardwood flooring flows throughout the main living areas, where you'll find an oversized family room filled with natural light, a bright and open kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, including a brand new stove, microwave, and dishwasher, a breakfast nook, and a formal dining room perfect for gatherings. The spacious owner's suite is conveniently located on the main level along with two additional bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. Upstairs features a large bonus room complete with an additional bedroom and full bathroom, offering the perfect setup for guests, a home office, or private retreat. The fully finished basement is an entertainer's dream, featuring an impressive wet bar, media room, game room, additional bedroom, and full bathroom with plenty of storage and flexible space for recreation. This exceptional home offers space, functionality, and resort style neighborhood amenities all in a convenient location.
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$531,500
261 Falling Shoals Dr, Athens, GA 30605
5beds
4,452sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
0.59 Acres Lot
$531,400 Zestimate®
$119/sqft
$3,790 Estimated rent
Home value
$531,400
$505,000 - $563,000
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Stainless steel appliancesBreakfast nookImpressive wet barMedia roomGame roomBright and open kitchenFully finished basement
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Listed by:
Stephanie Spivey 706-296-7297,
Nabo Realty Inc.
Bought with:
Christine Tucker, 350768
C Tucker & Co
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10768701
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Media Room, Other
Dining room
- Features: Separate Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Electric, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo)
- Laundry: In Hall
Features
- Bookcases, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Master On Main Level, Separate Shower, Split Bedroom Plan, Tile Bath, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Bath Finished,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,452
- Total interior livable area: 4,452 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,652
- Finished area below ground: 1,800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal View
Lot
- Size: 0.59 Acres
- Features: Level, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 252A1 F014
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: Falling Shoals
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Swimming, Tennis, Trash
- HOA fee: $950 annually
Location
- Region: Athens
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $119/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $565,146
- Annual tax amount: $6,524
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 47 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Sold | $531,500-1.4%$119/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10768701 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2026 | Pending sale | $539,000$121/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10768701 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2026 | Contingent | $539,000$121/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #CL356501 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $539,000$121/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #CL356501 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2026 | Contingent | $539,000$121/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #CL356501 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $539,000+54%$121/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #CL356501 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2019 | Sold | $350,000-4.1%$79/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #8602178 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2019 | Pending sale | $365,000$82/sqft |
Source: Bernstein & Co #8602178 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2019 | Price change | $365,000-1.4%$82/sqft |
Source: Mark Spain Real Estate #969548 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2019 | Listed for sale | $370,000$83/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty #967858 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2019 | Pending sale | $370,000$83/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty #967858 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2019 | Listed for sale | $370,000+37%$83/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty #967858 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2009 | Sold | $270,000-6.2%$61/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2009 | Listing removed | $287,900$65/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #910341 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2009 | Price change | $287,900-1.4%$65/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #910341 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2009 | Listed for sale | $291,900-3.9%$66/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #910341 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2007 | Sold | $303,900$68/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,525 -8% | $226,058 -6.9% |
| 2024 | $7,092 -0.4% | $242,912 +6.6% |
| 2023 | $7,119 +26.3% | $227,807 +29% |
| 2022 | $5,635 +7.1% | $176,655 +13.1% |
| 2021 | $5,263 +10.7% | $156,178 +5.5% |
| 2020 | $4,753 +3.4% | $147,992 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $4,596 +11.5% | $145,390 +10.6% |
| 2018 | $4,124 0% | $131,477 +8.3% |
| 2017 | $4,124 +9% | $121,405 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $3,782 +10.2% | $111,086 +2.2% |
| 2015 | $3,432 +2.3% | $108,700 -0.9% |
| 2014 | $3,356 | $109,686 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 30605
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Whit Davis Road Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Hilsman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 2/10Cedar Shoals High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Whit Davis
- 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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