Rare opportunity to own a high-visibility corner property at the intersection of Milledge Avenue and Hill Street, one of Athens’ most recognizable and heavily traveled locations. This spacious 8-bedroom property is currently occupied by commercial tenants, providing immediate income potential, while also offering the flexibility to be rezoned for residential use.
With its prime location near UGA, downtown Athens, and established residential neighborhoods, this property presents a compelling investment for those seeking long-term appreciation, redevelopment, or income generation. The existing layout allows for multiple use scenarios, including residential conversion, student housing, or continued commercial operation (buyer to verify zoning and use).
Highlights:
• Prime corner lot at Milledge Ave & Hill St
• 8 bedrooms / 3 half baths
• Currently income-producing with commercial tenants
• Potential for rezoning to residential
• Excellent visibility and accessibility
• Strong investment and redevelopment potential
• Close to University of Georgia, downtown, and campus amenities
Ideal for investors looking to reposition a well-located property in a high-demand Athens market. Whether held as a rental, redeveloped, or converted to residential use, this property offers versatility and upside rarely found at this location.
Reach out to Heather for more info on commercial tenants and timing.
For sale
$1,575,000
524 Hill Street, Athens, GA 30601
8beds
4,874sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1868
0.56 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$323/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
High-visibility corner property
- 132 days |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Courtney Lawrence 706-206-1769,
CollegeTown Properties LLC,
Heather Fincher 706-224-5302,
CollegeTown Properties LLC
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: CL348664
Originating MLS: Athens Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Bathroom, In Hall, In Kitchen, Laundry Room, Upper Level
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,874 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.56 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 122B2F006
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1868
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Athens
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $323/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,469,150
- Annual tax amount: $18,247
- Date on market: 2/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 133 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Other
- Ownership type: Owner/Agent
- Tenant pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,575,000+43.2%$323/sqft |
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| 4/28/2022 | Sold | $1,100,000+42.9%$226/sqft |
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| 3/29/2021 | Sold | $770,000$158/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,247 +7.6% | $587,660 +8.3% |
| 2024 | $16,956 +23.4% | $542,587 +23.4% |
| 2023 | $13,740 +43.1% | $439,673 +46.1% |
| 2022 | $9,603 -12.2% | $301,036 -7.2% |
| 2021 | $10,936 +3.7% | $324,524 +4.5% |
| 2020 | $10,545 | $310,608 |
| 2019 | $10,545 | $310,608 |
| 2018 | $10,545 | $310,608 |
| 2017 | $10,545 | $310,608 |
| 2016 | $10,545 | $310,608 +2% |
| 2015 | $10,545 +1.8% | $304,644 +1% |
| 2014 | $10,358 | $301,623 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Clarke Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Clarke Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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- Georgia
- Clarke County
- Athens
- 30606
- Downtown
- 524 Hill Street







