Welcome to 278 Moss Side Drive - a stately and timeless residence in the heart of Athens, GA. Encompassing over 6,100 square feet, this grand home offers exceptional scale, classic architecture, and the opportunity to tailor it to your personal vision. A circular drive, rocking chair front porch, and commanding columns create an unforgettable first impression. Inside, a dramatic foyer and sweeping staircase are flanked by generous formal living and dining rooms, designed for elegant entertaining. The dining room showcases beautiful built-ins, while the spacious eat-in kitchen features a center island, abundant natural light, and premium appliances including SubZero, Thermador, and double ovens. Expansive pantry space, additional laundry/storage, and a rear staircase enhance functionality. The main level also offers a warm den with fireplace and bar, screened porch access, and a private study or guest suite with full bath. Upstairs, the owner's suite is a private retreat complete with a separate study and dual baths. Oversized secondary bedrooms offer large walk-in closets, including a charming hidden bunk room. A finished terrace level provides additional living space with fireplace, billiards room, bedroom, and full bath - ideal for guests or recreation. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a beautifully manicured, terraced backyard, expansive screened porch, multiple decks, and a covered patio below - creating layered spaces for relaxation and entertaining. Ideally located near downtown Athens, Prince Avenue, Loop 10, and Athens Country Club, this distinguished property offers privacy, convenience, and enduring appeal.
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$800,000
278 Moss Side Dr, Athens, GA 30607
5beds
6,125sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
0.68 Acres Lot
$796,500 Zestimate®
$131/sqft
$3,699 Estimated rent
Home value
$796,500
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Listed by:
Sarah Ellis 706-338-6265,
Corcoran Classic Living
Bought with:
Leighton Faulkner, 431797
Woodall Realty Group
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10701298
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Laundry, Other
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Double Vanity, Tray Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Bath Finished,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Basement, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,125
- Total interior livable area: 6,125 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,125
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.68 Acres
- Features: Level
- Residential vegetation: Grassed
Details
- Parcel number: 111A2 A012
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Brick 4 Side,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Near Public Transport
- Subdivision: Moss Side Sub Sec Iii
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Athens
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $131/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $860,600
- Annual tax amount: $6,836
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Sold | $800,000+0.1%$131/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10701298 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2026 | Contingent | $799,000$130/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #CL346888 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2026 | Pending sale | $799,000$130/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10701298 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000+78.7%$130/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #CL346888 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2013 | Sold | $447,238$73/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,837 -0.9% | $344,240 +6.3% |
| 2024 | $6,896 +4.7% | $323,892 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $6,589 +4.8% | $299,161 +20.9% |
| 2022 | $6,286 +0.8% | $247,467 +13.2% |
| 2021 | $6,237 +0.7% | $218,696 +3.3% |
| 2020 | $6,193 +0.2% | $211,779 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $6,181 0% | $210,946 0% |
| 2018 | $6,181 | $210,970 +13.7% |
| 2017 | $6,181 +6.1% | $185,474 +3.8% |
| 2016 | $5,826 +1.7% | $178,714 -1% |
| 2015 | $5,728 -0.5% | $180,452 -0.4% |
| 2014 | $5,756 | $181,092 |
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| 2000 | $4,161 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 30607
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Whitehead Road Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 5/10Clarke Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Whitehead Road
- Middle: Burney Harris Lyons
- High: Clarke Central
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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