INCREDIBLE VALUE IN AN IN-TOWN ATHENS LOCATION! Tucked beneath mature trees just minutes from Five Points, Beechwood Shopping Center, Piedmont Athens Regional, and the University of Georgia, 550 Fortson Road offers nearly 2,900 square feet of living space, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a level of privacy that is increasingly hard to find this close to town. The flexible floor plan features multiple living areas plus a separate guest wing with its own kitchenette-ideal for extended family, guests, a home office, or additional private living space. Outside, a spacious deck overlooks a tranquil koi pond and wooded backyard, creating a peaceful retreat just minutes from the heart of Athens. For buyers looking for space, privacy, versatility, and an exceptional in-town location, this home deserves a second look. Motivated sellers are ready to make a move and have priced 550 Fortson Road to sell. Bring an offer!
Active
Price cut: $25K (8/14)
$750,000
550 Fortson Rd, Athens, GA 30606
5beds
2,892sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.68 Acres Lot
$728,800 Zestimate®
$259/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wooded backyardSpacious deckPeaceful retreatFlexible floor plan
- 61 days
- 944
- 58
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Susan Jones 7063381918,
Five Market Realty LLC
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10805848
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: Fivepoints
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Athens
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $259/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $699,273
- Annual tax amount: $4,963
- Date on market: 7/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 61 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Other
Estimated market value
$728,800
$692,000 - $765,000
$3,190/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Price change | $750,000-3.2%$259/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #CL360447 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $775,000-3%$268/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #CL360447 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Price change | $799,000-3.2%$276/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10703913 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $825,000-2.9%$285/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10703913 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Price change | $850,000-2.9%$294/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #CL349824 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Price change | $875,000-2.7%$303/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10703913 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2026 | Price change | $899,000-2.8%$311/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10703913 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $925,000+27.6%$320/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #CL349824 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2025 | Sold | $725,000-29.3%$251/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10610345 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2025 | Pending sale | $1,025,000$354/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10610345 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,025,000+416.4%$354/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #CL340177 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/1996 | Sold | $198,500$69/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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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Neighborhood: 30606
Nearby schools
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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