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Cobbham was the first planned neighborhood in Athens
Historic doesn’t mean stuffy in Cobbham, where century-old homes exude a sense of fun with their bright colors, eye-catching details and inviting covered porches. Take the T.R.R. Cobb House. This 1830s Greek Revival is bright pink and, thanks to various additions over the years, it now struts its stuff as an “octagon house.” Porches and sidewalks suggest “Hey y'all” hospitality across the neighborhood, and leafy trees provide the shade. Though historic, the neighborhood is considered trendy these days, says Michelle Farmer, a Realtor with the Athens Association of Realtors and an Athens resident since 1996. “It’s a historic area,” says Farmer and “the value of the properties is one of the highest in Athens.”
The Cobb House historical landmark found in Cobbham.
The mature trees of Cobbham offer shade on the hot Summer days.
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Historic homes line Cobb Street and Hill Street
Many homes in Cobbham’s Historic District – Federal, Colonial Revival, Greek Revival, Queen Anne, Craftsman and Victorian – date to the late 1800s and early 1900s. Mid-century bungalows, cottages and duplexes also dot the neighborhood. “The architecture is incredible. It’s amazing. All the houses are gorgeous,” says Farmer. Many have bright exteriors, and many are fronted by columns. The neighborhood is popular with professors at the University of Georgia, who bike to campus, says Farmer, and it also draws a large international community. The range for historic homes is $730,000 to $975,000 while prices range from $165,000 to $376,000 for midcentury bungalows and cottages. Cobbham is also very walkable thanks to its sidewalks and compact size.
Cobbham has several colonial revival style homes throughout the neighborhood.
You will also find large Greek revival style homes in Cobbham.
Historical colonial revivals are now residential homes in Cobbham.
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The Athens Farmers Market is Saturday mornings at Bishop Park
Bishop Park is within walking distance. This 33-acre green space has a playground, walking trail, basketball courts, tennis courts and ball fields. It’s also home to the Athens Clarke Gymnastics Academy, which offers gymnastics classes for children. The North Oconee River Greenway provides 11 miles of trails along the river about one mile east of Cobbham.
Bishop Park is host to the weekly Athens farmers market found near Cobbham.
Several basketball courts open to the public can be found in around Cobbham.
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Oysters and fresh bread are culinary finds in the neighborhood
There are no chain stores in the neighborhood, and it’s easy to walk to local shops. “There’s an old Coca Cola building that currently houses several restaurants and local shops,” says Farmer, and locals can “get their nails done, have coffee then go into two or three shops.” One popular gathering spot is Seabear Oyster Bar. Open since 2014, it serves bivalves harvested up and down the Eastern seaboard. Another hotspot is Big City Bread, which serves breakfast and lunch and has a large patio. Community-owned Daily Groceries Coop is a popular organic grocery in the neighborhood.
Stop by Seabear Oyster Bar for happy hour while in Cobbham.
Big City Bread Company is one of the more popular restaurants in the Cobbham area.
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Porches host the best party
Front porches in Cobbham are put to good use in the fall. “We have the Historic Porch Fest,” says Farmer. “Musicians sit on the porches and play music and people walk around and learn about the houses.” Porchfest is typically held in mid-October across Cobbham and adjoining neighborhoods, with 200 musicians performing on more than 150 porches. The Athens Farmers Market is held on Saturdays in Bishop Park, with a second, seasonal market (March through November) on Wednesdays at Creature Comforts Brewing from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. downtown just a few blocks from Cobbham.
Victorian style homes line the streets of Cobbham.
Vibrant colored homes can be found throughout the Cobbham community.
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The new name of a local elementary school honors a local teacher
Children in Cobbham enroll in the Clarke County Schools District. Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School is the new name for Chase Street Elementary. The name was changed in 2023 to honor Ms. Burks, a teacher who helped integrate the school in 1966. Niche grades the school a B-plus. Clarke Middle earns a grade of B-minus. Clubs at Clarke Central High School include the Chess Club, Disc Golf Club, Fashion Design and Women in STEM. Niche grades the high school A-minus.
Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary resides in the historic schoolhouse in Athens, Georgia.
Clarke Middle School is a rich and diverse place for students to learn.
Clarke Central High still stands in its original school building.
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Downtown Athens and Normaltown are a short walk away
It’s easy to get around Cobbham’s wide streets by foot or by bike, and the neighborhood is considered very walkable. Homeowners can easily walk to downtown Athens as well as Normaltown, a trendy neighborhood just west of Cobbham. Athens-Clarke County Bus 7: Prince Avenue, now fare-free, runs through the neighborhood. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 75 miles southwest.
The historical Georgia Theater in downtown Athens is a hotspot amongst Cobbham locals.
Enjoy a walk around downtown Athens for some just outside of Cobbham.
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On average, homes in Cobbham, Athens sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Cobbham, Athens over the last 12 months is $476,500, down 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautifully updated, this 1940’s home sits proudly on a corner lot in the heart of Athens! It offers three bedrooms full of natural light and two full bathrooms, one with a washer/dryer unit. Across from the living room is the kitchen that comes complete with stainless steel appliances and a built in pantry cabinet. This home is being sold fully furnished, making it completely move in ready!
Location! Location!b Location! Adorable cottage with a fenced in yard close to downtown, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment! This bungalow style cottage features 2 bedrooms, each with a sealed, non working fireplace, and 1 bathroom. Upon entering the front door, you see the spacious open living/dining area. The 2 bedrooms are on the right. Dont forget to look up in front of the 2nd bedroom,
1 Bedroom Apartment off Milledge Ave. Ideal location right off Prince Ave. near Dunkin & Miledge Ave.Carpeted floors, includes dishwasher, and ample off-street parkingIncluded in rent:- Water- Yard maintenance- Pest control- Trash removal
Great location! On Bus Line. Within walking distance to Downtown, Hospitals, Urgent Care, Public Library, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, UGA, Restaurants, Fast Food, Entertainment, Shopping Centers. No Pets allowed.
1 Bedroom Apartment off Milledge Ave. Ideal location right off Prince Ave. near Dunkin & Miledge Ave.Carpeted floors, includes dishwasher, and ample off-street parkingIncluded in rent:- Water- Yard maintenance- Pest control- Trash removal
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