Athens Real Estate

Athens Real Estate

Athens: A Vibrant City in the Heart of the US

Nestled in the heart of the United States, Athens is a vibrant city that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Located in the state of Georgia, Athens is known for its thriving arts scene, top-notch educational institutions, and friendly community.

One of the highlights of Athens is its rich history. The city is home to the University of Georgia, one of the oldest public universities in the country, which brings a youthful energy to the area. Visitors and residents alike can explore historic landmarks such as the Georgia Museum of Art, the State Botanical Garden of Georgia, and the famous Georgia Theatre.

In addition to its cultural attractions, Athens boasts a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. The city is surrounded by beautiful parks and nature preserves, offering hiking, biking, and picnicking spots for nature enthusiasts. The nearby Oconee National Forest provides even more opportunities for outdoor adventures.

The real estate market in Athens is diverse, with a range of options to suit different budgets and preferences. From charming historic homes in the city center to modern suburban developments, there is something for everyone. The cost of living in Athens is relatively affordable compared to other major cities in the US, making it an attractive destination for families, young professionals, and retirees.

Whether you're looking to settle down or invest in real estate, Athens offers a welcoming community, a rich cultural scene, and a high quality of life. With its prime location in the US, this city is definitely worth considering for your next real estate venture.

Newest Listings in Athens

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10844641 MLS

Welcome to this fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home just steps from downtown and all your favorite local hot spots. With a brand-new roof, HVAC system, and modern updates throughout, this home offers peace of mind and move-in ready convenience. The spacious interior boasts new flooring, paint, closets, cabinets, and fixtures, along with a huge kitchen that's perfect for both cooking and entertaining. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances-including a fridge and dishwasher-stone countertops, and a stylish tile backsplash with plenty of storage. The oversized, private master suite is thoughtfully designed with a a massive walk-in closet, and a beautifully updated bathroom with stone counters and custom tile work. Two additional bedrooms share a sleek, updated bath, giving everyone their own comfortable space. Enjoy morning coffee or evenings with friends on the welcoming covered front porch, perfect for entertaining. Off-street parking and a walkable location near downtown dining, shopping, and entertainment make this home as practical as it is charming. With every major system and finish brand new, this home delivers the perfect mix of style, comfort, and city convenience.

249 Fifth Street, Athens

Listing courtesy of Falaya.

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10844604 MLS

**UGA Convenience Meets Easy Athens Living!** Live where college life happens! This 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse-style condo is ideally located within walking distance of the **University of Georgia campus, Five Points, and Baxter Street**, putting classes, dining, shopping, and all that Athens has to offer right outside your door. The location is also convenient to both the **UGA bus system and Athens-Clarke County Transit**. Inside, youll find a comfortable layout with updates and improvements designed to make everyday living easy. Recent features include professionally installed LVP flooring, HVAC with a Smart WiFi-enabled EcoBee thermostat, a new water heater, reset toilets, a replaced dishwasher, and more. Kitchen appliances, along with the washer and dryer, are included, making this condo ready for its next owner. Step outside onto the newly reinforced deck overlooking the community pool, a great spot to relax, enjoy your morning coffee, or unwind after a busy day. Convenience continues to grow, with a new Publix coming soon to the corner of Broad Street and Milledge Avenue, just 1.5 miles away, adding another easy option for everyday shopping. And perhaps one of the best features is the lifestyle this location provides. Being so close to campus means less time commuting and more time for studying, catching up with friends, enjoying UGA events, exploring Five Points, or simply experiencing college-town life. Whether youre looking for an investment property or a future home in Athens, this condo puts you in the middle of it all while making everyday living easy. The condo is **tenant occupied and currently leased through July 2027**, offering an opportunity for an investor to purchase with an established tenant and lease in place.

550 Dearing Street, Athens

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty.

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10844401 MLS

Location simply does not get better than this. 70 feet to the UGA Arch, in the heart of Downtown Athens at 131 E. Broad Street, University Tower occupies one of the most coveted locations in the city-at the corner of Broad and Lumpkin, directly across from the University of Georgia's historic North Campus and just steps from the iconic UGA Arch. This recently renovated two-bedroom, two-bath condominium offers an updated, move-in-ready interior along with the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer-a particularly desirable feature for downtown living. The two-bedroom/two-bath layout provides flexibility for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, UGA student or parent residence, or investment property as one of a handful of short term rental allowed uses. Outside your door is everything that makes Downtown Athens one of the South's most celebrated college-town destinations. Walk across the street to UGA's North Campus, stroll through Herty Field and past the historic Chapel, or continue through campus toward Sanford Stadium for a Saturday Between the Hedges. In the other direction, step immediately into the heart of downtown, where Athens' renowned restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, nightlife and legendary music scene are all within blocks. Walk to favorites including Last Resort Grill, The National, South Kitchen + Bar, DePalma's, Chuck's Fish and Walker's, along with the Georgia Theatre, downtown shopping and entertainment. Few Athens properties offer this combination of renovated interiors, two bedrooms, two full baths, in-unit laundry and an exceptional walk-everywhere location. Whether enjoyed as a primary residence, UGA home base, game-day getaway or investment, this is an opportunity to own in the center of it all.

131 Broad Street E, Athens

Listing courtesy of Corcoran Classic Living.

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10844257 MLS

Exceptional new construction in highly sought-after Spartan Manor, set on a beautifully landscaped 1.65-acre corner lot. This all-brick residence offers 4,793 SF with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, timeless architecture, and sophisticated modern functionality. Inside, 10-foot ceilings, 8-inch luxury vinyl plank flooring, designer lighting, and abundant natural light create an inviting sense of scale. A vaulted study with stained wood beams, built-in window seat, and adjoining full bath offers flexibility as an office, or additional main-level guest suite. The formal dining room connects to the gourmet kitchen through a dry bar with wine cooler and glassware storage. The chefs kitchen features an oversized island, custom cabinetry, designer vent hood, tile backsplash, professional-grade 48-inch gas range, pot filler, and hidden walk-in pantry with second sink, abundant storage, plumbing for an additional refrigerator, and direct garage access. The breakfast area opens to a coffered-ceiling great room with custom built-ins, floating shelves, and gas fireplace. A dramatic 16-foot sliding glass door leads to a covered patio with retractable screens, plus pre-wiring and pre-plumbing for a future outdoor kitchen. The vaulted primary suite features exposed beams and a spa-inspired bath with wet room, freestanding tub, oversized shower with electronic controls, dual vanities, and custom walk-in closet. Upstairs are 3 additional bedrooms - one offers a private en suite bath, and two share a spacious adjoining bath, plus a second laundry closet. A bonus room above the spacious 4-car garage provides versatile living space. Additional highlights include two 16 SEER HVAC systems, tankless water heater with recirculating lines, spray-foam roof insulation, fully encapsulated & waterproofed crawl space with sump pump and dehumidifier, irrigation, and pre-wiring for smart-home technology, security cameras, and whole-home audio. A pool-ready septic placement completes this luxury offering.

1776 Parthenon Drive, Athens

Listing courtesy of Corcoran Classic Living.

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10843969 MLS

Priced to sell and ready for its next owner! This updated brick home offers a great mix of character, comfort, and convenience. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen with butcher-block counters, a welcoming living area with a wood-burning fireplace, and plenty of natural light throughout. Step outside to enjoy the wooded setting and patio area that gives the backyard a private, tucked-away feel. Convenient to Loop 10, shopping, dining, and approximately 12 minutes from UGA, this one puts you close to everything while still giving you room to get away from it all. With the price positioned for a quick sale, don't wait to schedule your showing!

310 Cavalier Road, Athens

Listing courtesy of Swanson & Associates Realty.

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10843915 MLS

Welcome home to 546 Pulaski St, a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath gem tucked into the tree-canopied streets of Pulaski Heights, one of Athens most charming and walkable in-town neighborhoods. From the moment you step onto the deep, covered front porch, youll feel it: this is a place to slow down, sip your coffee, and watch the world go by. Inside, an open, easy-flowing floor plan connects a spacious living room to a large, updated kitchen, the kind of layout that makes everyday living and entertaining effortless. The primary bedroom features beautiful custom wood built-ins, adding character and function you wont find in a typical renovation. Step out back to a private deck overlooking a lush, forested yard shaded by towering, century-old oak trees, a rare pocket of tranquility that feels worlds away, even though downtown Athens, Normaltown, and Five Points are all just a stroll or scooter ride away. More than $10,000 in recent upgrades give this home a true move-in-ready feel, including a new toilet and vanity, updated fixtures, freshly sanded and painted interior walls, refreshed exterior paint, and a newly terraced, stone-lined backyard. And heres a bonus: this .29-acre lot leaves room to dream, think an accessory structure or guest space, on top of a home that already stands beautifully all on its own. With so much already updated and cared for, from the kitchen to the built-ins to the fresh paint throughout, this move-in-ready home makes it easy to fall in love from the very first walk-through. Homes in Pulaski Heights, Athens storied western gateway neighborhood, rarely last long, especially with football season upon us and gorgeous fall weather right around the corner. Come see why this address, these oak trees, and this lifestyle are calling your name. Schedule your showing today before someone else beats you to it!

546 Pulaski Street, Athens

Listing courtesy of Greater Athens Properties.

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10843717 MLS

Welcome to 320 Millstone Circle in beautiful and picturesque Shoal Creek Farms. This custom-built updated home sits on a lovely wooded lot overlooking a tranquil lake on the Eastside of Athens, Georgia. With 4 BR 4.5 BA and full basement level living space, the home provides flexible living with room to spread out. A detached two-car garage as well as a single lower-level attached garage bay gives lots of opportunity for secure parking. Walking into the home from the gracious front porch, tall ceilings and generous proportions give the home an elevated and airy feel. Formal living room with fireplace leads to study or den with custom built-ins. Large formal dining room connects to a cooks kitchen with solid surface countertops, more custom cabinetry, breakfast bar as well as light and bright breakfast room all with lake views out back. Big family room adjacent with another fireplace, bookshelves and room for entertainment. Screened porch and deep private patio also overlook the water for al fresco dining. Laundry room, walk-in pantry and powder room round out this area on the first floor. Large primary suite also on the main floor with roomy spa-like bathroom including jetted soaking tub, step-in shower, water closet and separate linen closet. There are calming water views from this room. Upstairs there are three sunny bedrooms with deep closets, two full bathrooms as well as a flex room that leads to the finished stairs to the attic space. On the lower terrace level there is a very large room for entertaining, gaming, or guest over-flow. Full bathroom, craft room and garage also on this level. Patio and trails leading to the lake outside these spaces as well. Plenty of parking pad spaces for guests at each side of home. Mature plantings and a naturalized setting make for easy landscape care. Beautiful shoreline to fish, boat or just take in the views. This property is just a few minutes away from shopping, dining, The Universty of Georgia campus and vibrant downtown Athens.

320 Millstone Circle, Athens

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty.

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10843577 MLS

This darling renovated ranch home is now ready for a new owner! Priced to please, this Frank Betz charmer features a split bedroom plan with not a stitch of carpet, oversized master with sitting room, lovely kitchen with granite and tile backsplash, stainless appliances and a super nice fridge! The laundry room is generously oversized, and the sunroom promises cozy days and relaxing evenings and overlooks the private back yard that comes complete with a lofted storage building. Nestled in popular Old Lexington Trace, you will enjoy close proximity to UGA, the Vet School, shopping and dining. And for sports and movie fans you can watch your favorites on the 5 TVS that convey. Call us today for all the details!

304 Old Kings Crossing, Athens

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty.

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10843449 MLS

Welcome to this dreamy all-brick ranch offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and an abundance of charm, character, and thoughtful updates! Low-maintenance living meets comfort with a newer roof, beautiful hardwood flooring throughout, and a home that has been exceptionally well maintained by its owners. The remodeled kitchen features upgraded cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, and a stylish, updated feel. Modern and tasteful light fixtures can be found throughout the home, while one of the secondary bedrooms showcases beautiful custom paint that gives the space its own unique personality. One of the highlights of the home is the gorgeous four-season sunroom featuring a beautiful wood ceiling accent that adds warmth and character to the space. It's the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee, curl up with a book, or simply relax and enjoy the surrounding privacy year-round. Out front, the inviting rocking-chair front porch offers another peaceful place to unwind and enjoy the evenings. The spacious primary suite includes two closets and a private and suite bathroom with updated tile and shower. An additional in-law suite provides incredible flexibility with its own separate entrance, full bathroom, and large walk-in closet-ideal for extended family, guests, a private home office, or potential Airbnb use. Outside, enjoy plenty of privacy in the fenced backyard, complete with an outdoor storage building and ample space for entertaining, pets, or play. Tucked away at the end of a lovely street, the home offers a peaceful setting with the added bonus of optional neighborhood amenities. For a low annual fee, homeowners can join the community pool, and neighborhood lake access provides the perfect opportunity to launch a canoe or kayak or spend a relaxing afternoon fishing. With its all-brick construction, versatile floor plan, beautiful four-season sunroom, updated interior, private outdoor space, and charming rocking-chair front porch, this well-loved home is truly a special find!

190 Gatewood Place, Athens

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.

Rare opportunity to own 1.25 acres with frontage along the Middle Oconee River! Located at the end of a quiet dead-end road just off Timothy Road, this private lot offers a peaceful setting with convenient access to Athens. An older mobile home is located on the property and will need to be removed. Zoned RS-8 and offering potential for a variety of development opportunities. Buyer to verify all intended uses and requirements. Public water available. Cash offers and a quick closing preferred. Please confirm with the listing agent before walking the property.

195 Sheats Drive, Athens

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Greater Athens.

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10843119 MLS

3 Bedroom/3 Bath TH style condo ready for immediate move in. Located in gated Woodlands of Athens with resort style amenities to include clubhouse with fitness center and gathering areas, huge pool, basketball/tennis/sand volleyball courts. This condo is nicely located directly across from the Clubhouse and pool. The main level features open floor plan and bedroom with full bath, wood laminate flooring in common areas. Upstairs has 2 large bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and each with a private bath. Carpet replaced in 2022. HVAC and Hot Water Heater replaced in 2020. Great location close to downtown Athens, the Loop, and UGA.

490 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens

Listing courtesy of Dillard Realty, Inc..

6 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10843054 MLS

Professionally and thoughtfully renovated and designed charming 4BR/3.5BA Five Points cottage in the heart of Athens. Beautiful indoor and outdoor living and dining spaces, heated swim/spa pool, inviting covered porch with outdoor fireplace, multiple living areas, and an adorable 2BR/1BA income-producing guest house! With its unbeatable location and thoughtful updates, 403 Parkway Drive truly has it all. This beautifully appointed home showcases tasteful finishes and thoughtful design throughout. Main level features the primary suite with marble tiled bath and heated floors, an additional guest bedroom and beautifully updated bathroom with designer wallcovering. Multiple inviting living spaces and a stylish bar room offering the perfect setting for entertaining. Two additional bedrooms upstairs, with another renovated bathroom and a renovated basement provide even more flexible living space. The outdoor spaces are equally impressive, with multiple areas for dining, lounging, and year-round entertaining. This property provides the perfect peaceful atmosphere for enjoying family and friends. The inviting heated swim/spa pool serves as the centerpiece of the backyard, surrounded by beautiful landscaping and privacy. Renovations include porch addition by JOMA Construction; landscaping by Butler Landscaping; bar room renovation; Pella windows; upstairs bath renovation; guest house conversion by BGR Construction; basement renovation by Alexa Stevenson Designs; Brazilian Ipe Wood privacy fencing; roof and HVAC replacement. 403 Parkway Drive is just steps from Memorial Park, Five Points shopping and dining, UGA, and beloved Barrow Elementary. The charming guest cottage offers additional income potential and private space for guests, family, or friends. A rare blend of thoughtful renovation, sophisticated design, exceptional outdoor living, income potential, and an unbeatable Five Points location, this spectacular property offers a truly special Athens lifestyle.

403 Parkway Drive, Athens

Listing courtesy of Greater Athens Properties.

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