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  • $310,000

    980 Forest Heights Drive, Athens, GA 30606

    2beds
    1,120sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2004
    0.66 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $277/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautiful custom cabinetsAmple counter spaceLarge walk-in closetsMatching appliancesRoomy pantry closetNew oak flooring upstairsSite-finished oak floors
    Super cute and tucked away 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom craftsman cottage that certainly puts the "Forest" in Forest Heights! Wonderful front porch living with plenty of room to rock and gaze out under the shelter of a nice metal roof. Welcoming living room with a convenient half bathroom on main, 9 foot ceilings and site-finished oak floors. Conversational kitchen and island with elevated breakfast bar, ample counter space and dual kitchen sink for food prep. Beautiful custom cabinets, matching appliances, roomy pantry closet and convenient kitchen door for bringing in the goods. Private dining area off kitchen with french door access to the screened-in back deck (with metal roof). A peaceful setup for grilling and entertaining outdoors. Two large upstairs bedrooms with high ceilings, monocoat oak floors, large walk-in closets and plenty of windows with a lofty view through the tree canopy. Upstairs full bathroom with beautiful tile floors and access from both bedrooms. Tile floor laundry room with washer and dryer and loads of shelving space. Upgrades since 2021 include New (Trane) HVAC systems for each level, New Roof with leaf guards and underground gutter system, New oak flooring upstairs, New insulation and vapor barrier in the crawl, Improved grading with level backyard and fresh gravel driveway/walkways. 12 years young, charming to boot and so move-in ready. Located just meters or minutes from Oglethorpe Garage, YMCA, Local Parks, Vibrant Normaltown, Downtown Athens and UGA’s Main Campus. Right inside the 10 Loop for the easy access to anything else you could possibly want or need. Great for first-timers, empty nesters and investors alike. Nothing quite like this on the market. This be the one.
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    Listed by:

    James Gulley 706-338-8836,

    Greater Athens Properties

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: CL359794MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Athens Area Association of REALTORS

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Electric, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Electric, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Some Electric Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: In Hall, Laundry Room, Upper Level
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Galley Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, Tub Shower, Upper Level Primary, Vanity, Programmable Thermostat
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Attic: Pull Down Stairs
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Front Porch, Screened
      • Exterior features: Deck
      • Pool features: Community
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 0.66 Acres
      • Features: Back Yard, Private, Wooded
      Details
      • Parcel number: 121A1 B012B
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Other
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Concrete
      • Foundation: Block, Crawlspace
      • Roof: Composition,Metal
      Condition
      • Year built: 2004

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      Green energy
      • Green verification: ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
      • Energy efficient items: Windows

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Pool, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Walk to School
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: Forest Heights
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Athens

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $277/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $250,345
      • Annual tax amount: $3,109
      • Date on market: 7/7/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
      • Inclusions: Security System
      • Ownership type: Homeowner/Owner

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Listed for sale$310,000+77.1%$277/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #CL359794 Report a problem
        1/6/2021Sold$175,000+48.9%$156/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #CM979378 Report a problem
        11/18/2016Sold$117,525-2%$105/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #CM952767 Report a problem
        10/18/2016Listed for sale$119,900$107/sqft
        Source: Greater Athens Properties #952767 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,109 +6.7%$100,138 +7.4%
        2024$2,914 +6%$93,240 +6%
        2023$2,749 +23.1%$87,964 +13.6%
        2022$2,233 +14%$77,417 +13.7%
        2021$1,958 +11.6%$68,110 +10.4%
        2020$1,755 +20.6%$61,683 +16.7%
        2019$1,455 +3.8%$52,858 +3%
        2018$1,402 $51,298 +9%
        2017$1,402 +11.6%$47,048 +0.8%
        2016$1,256 -20.7%$46,656 +17.5%
        2015$1,584 +17.4%$39,699 +6%
        2014$1,350 $37,467
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 30606

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        26 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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