231 Bowers St Royston, GA 30662
Estimated payment $2,086/month
Total Views
3,300
5
Beds
2
Baths
3,883
Sq Ft
$90
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Deck
- High Ceiling
- 48,352 Sq Ft lot
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
About This Home
Step into the charm of this historic 1800s home featuring 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, and classic Southern appeal. A large rocking-chair front porch leads into spacious rooms with 12-foot ceilings, honey pine hardwood floors, stained-glass windows, and 5 decorative fireplaces. The timeless staircase anchors the foyer, flanked by two flexible rooms that can serve as extra bedrooms, living rooms, or gathering spaces. Enjoy a formal dining room, a kitchen with an adjoining laundry room, a sunroom filled with natural light, and a bedroom on the main level. Upstairs offers additional bedrooms, the second bath, and a bright office or bonus room. Outside, the 1.1-acre parklike yard includes fruit trees, a new deck, a carport, a storage building, and two driveways for ample parking. Convenient to downtown Royston, this home blends modern convenience with historic character and true Southern charm.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,002
Year Built
- Built in 1800
Lot Details
- 1.11 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned 001
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,883 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- Detached Garage
- 2 Carport Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Front Porch
Schools
- Royston Elementary School
- Franklin County Middle School
- Franklin County High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Underground Utilities
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number R011-036
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,452 | $136,276 | $9,600 | $126,676 |
| 2024 | $4,452 | $130,896 | $9,600 | $121,296 |
| 2023 | $4,364 | $119,870 | $9,600 | $110,270 |
| 2022 | $2,847 | $109,870 | $9,600 | $100,270 |
| 2021 | $2,623 | $92,364 | $7,500 | $84,864 |
| 2020 | $2,151 | $76,806 | $7,500 | $69,306 |
| 2019 | $2,151 | $76,806 | $7,500 | $69,306 |
| 2018 | $1,833 | $65,457 | $7,500 | $57,957 |
| 2017 | $1,903 | $65,457 | $7,500 | $57,957 |
| 2016 | $1,791 | $59,051 | $7,500 | $51,551 |
| 2015 | -- | $59,050 | $7,500 | $51,551 |
| 2014 | -- | $59,051 | $7,500 | $51,551 |
| 2013 | -- | $60,061 | $7,500 | $52,561 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2025 11/22/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | +29.6% | $90 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/24/2021 11/24/21 | Sold | $270,000 | -6.6% | $35 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/24/2021 09/24/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/04/2021 08/04/21 | Price Changed | $289,000 | -1.7% | $37 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/24/2021 06/24/21 | Price Changed | $294,000 | -1.7% | $38 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/19/2021 05/19/21 | Price Changed | $299,000 | -3.5% | $39 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/06/2021 05/06/21 | For Sale | $310,000 | -- | $40 / Sq Ft |
Source: CLASSIC MLS (Athens Area Association of REALTORS®)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $270,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $195,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $142,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $265,109 | FHA | |
| Closed | $265,109 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $185,250 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $153,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
About the Listing Agent
Since 2004, Leah Leggett has been a trusted, full-service Realtor in the Greater Athens, GA area, specializing in residential real estate and working with buyers and sellers every day. Leah's approach is unique—focused on personalized service, win-win deals, and delivering positive outcomes. By leveraging the latest technologies, market insights, and innovative strategies, she goes above and beyond to exceed your expectations. What sets Leah apart is her ability to truly listen, ensuring that
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Source: CLASSIC MLS (Athens Area Association of REALTORS®)
MLS Number: CL344102
APN: R011-036
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