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    • Price cut: $24K (7/15)
    $775,000

    550 Fortson Rd, Athens, GA 30606

    5beds
    2,892sqft
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    $5,079/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1960
    0.68 Acres Lot
    $743,700 Zestimate®
    $268/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Spacious deckNatural lightPrivate woodland retreatMature treesQuiet backdrop for entertainingBeautifully wooded lot
    Discover a private woodland retreat just minutes from Five Points, Beechwood Shopping Center, Piedmont Athens Regional, and the University of Georgia. Set on a beautifully wooded lot, this distinctive property offers the rare combination of peaceful surroundings, flexible living space, and an unbeatable in-town location. Inside, nearly 2,900 square feet unfolds with multiple living areas, 5 bedrooms, and 3 full baths designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. A separate guest wing with its own kitchenette provides exceptional flexibility for extended family, long-term guests, a home office, or a private retreat. Expansive windows bring the outdoors in, filling the home with natural light and showcasing the surrounding landscape. The spacious deck overlooks a tranquil koi pond and mature trees, creating a quiet backdrop for entertaining or simply enjoying the beauty of every season. Opportunities to own a home with this level of privacy and versatility this close to the heart of Athens are increasingly rare. Whether youre hosting family, working from home, or simply looking for a property with character and room to grow, 550 Fortson Road delivers a lifestyle thats hard to find-and even harder to leave.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Susan Jones 7063381918,

    Five Market Realty LLC

    Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10805848MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bedrooms: 5
      Rooms
      • Room types: Great Room, Office, Sun Room
      Kitchen
      • Features: Breakfast Area, Solid Surface Counters
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Laundry Closet
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Master On Main Level, Separate Shower, Split Bedroom Plan, Split Foyer, Tile Bath, Entrance Foyer, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
      • Windows: Bay Window(s)
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Attic: Pull Down Stairs
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,892
      • Total interior livable area: 2,892 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,892
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Kitchen Level
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
      • Exterior features: Water Feature
      Lot
      • Size: 0.68 Acres
      • Features: None
      Details
      • Parcel number: 124A4 D007

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Roof: Other
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1960

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: None
      • Subdivision: Westlake Drive
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Athens

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $268/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $699,273
      • Annual tax amount: $4,963
      • Date on market: 7/15/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 15 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Other

        Estimated market value

        $743,700

        $707,000 - $781,000

        $3,241/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/15/2026Price change$775,000-3%$268/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #CL360447 Report a problem
        6/17/2026Price change$799,000-3.2%$276/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10703913 Report a problem
        5/26/2026Price change$825,000-2.9%$285/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10703913 Report a problem
        4/28/2026Price change$850,000-2.9%$294/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #CL349824 Report a problem
        4/6/2026Price change$875,000-2.7%$303/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10703913 Report a problem
        3/16/2026Price change$899,000-2.8%$311/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10703913 Report a problem
        3/4/2026Listed for sale$925,000+27.6%$320/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #CL349824 Report a problem
        10/28/2025Sold$725,000-29.3%$251/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10610345 Report a problem
        9/23/2025Pending sale$1,025,000$354/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10610345 Report a problem
        9/21/2025Listed for sale$1,025,000+416.4%$354/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #CL340177 Report a problem
        4/24/1996Sold$198,500$69/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,963 -0.9%$279,709 +15.9%
        2024$5,006 +2.5%$241,366 +4.3%
        2023$4,883 +3.7%$231,502 +20.1%
        2022$4,707 +0.8%$192,799 +12.6%
        2021$4,669 +1.6%$171,276 +5%
        2020$4,597 +1.9%$163,172 +3.9%
        2019$4,512 +1.9%$157,093 +4%
        2018$4,427 $151,015 +0.5%
        2017$4,427 +0.3%$150,205 +12.9%
        2016$4,416 +5.8%$132,989
        2015$4,175 -0.2%$132,989 +13.4%
        2014$4,182 $117,309
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 30606

        Getting around

        21 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        28 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Holston
        • Middle: Clarke
        • 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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