$539,000
UNDER CONTRACT

261 Falling Shoals Dr Athens, GA 30605

Estimated payment $3,535/month

Total Views 962
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,452 Sq Ft
$121 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Wooded Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Front Porch

About This Home

Welcome to this stunning 1.5 story new era Craftsman-style residence located in the highly desirable swim and tennis community of Falling Shoals in Athens' East Side. Offering one of the most spacious floor plans in the neighborhood, this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home is designed for both comfortable everyday living and entertaining. Beautiful hardwood flooring flows throughout the main living areas, where you'll find an oversized family room filled with natural light, a bright and open kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, including a brand new stove, microwave, and dishwasher, a breakfast nook, and a formal dining room perfect for gatherings. The spacious owner's suite is conveniently located on the main level along with two additional bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. Upstairs features a large bonus room complete with an additional bedroom and full bathroom, offering the perfect setup for guests, a home office, or private retreat. The fully finished basement is an entertainer's dream, featuring an impressive wet bar, media room, game room, additional bedroom, and full bathroom with plenty of storage and flexible space for recreation. This exceptional home offers space, functionality, and resort style neighborhood amenities all in a convenient location.

Listing Agent

Stephanie Spivey

Nabo Realty, LLC License #378729 Listed on: 05/20/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,524

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 25,700 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned RS-25

HOA Fees

  • $79 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 4,452 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Hall
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heating Available
  • Underground Utilities
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Falling Shoals Homeowner's Association, Phone Number (706) 549-9600
  • Falling Shoals Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 252A1 F014

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,524

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0.59 Acres

HOA Fees

$79 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • View: Panoramic, Trees/Woods
  • Has View?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Inclusions: Ceiling Fans
  • Original List Price: 539000.00
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Living Area: 4452.00
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: 4224

Interior Features

  • Basement: Bathroom, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Tray Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, Split Bedrooms, Separate Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Hall, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Has Basement?: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Stories: 3
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Attic Features: Pull-Down Stairs

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fire Pit
  • Roof: Composition, Ridge Vents
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Waterfront?: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Front Porch, Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 2.00
  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Zoned
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Pool, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fees: 950.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Falling Shoals Homeowner's Association
  • Association Phone#: 706-549-9600
  • Has H O A?: Yes
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RS-25
  • Topography: Sloping
  • Lot Features: Level, Sloped, Sprinkler System, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.59
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 25700.00
  • Parcel#: 252A1 F014
  • Zoning Description: Single Family
  • Permitted Use: Public

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Windows

Rental Info

  • Restrictions: Restrictive Covenant

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Lot: 14
  • Tax Amount: 6524.0

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Tax History

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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 $6,525 $226,058 $16,000 $210,058
2024 $6,525 $242,912 $16,000 $226,912
2023 $7,092 $227,807 $16,000 $211,807
2022 $5,635 $176,655 $16,000 $160,655
2021 $5,263 $156,178 $16,000 $140,178
2020 $4,718 $147,992 $16,000 $131,992
2019 $4,596 $145,390 $16,000 $129,390
2018 $4,124 $131,477 $16,000 $115,477
2017 $3,782 $121,405 $16,000 $105,405
2016 $3,432 $111,086 $16,000 $95,086
2015 $3,356 $108,700 $16,000 $92,700
2014 $3,395 $109,686 $16,000 $93,686
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/20/2026 05/20/26 For Sale $539,000 -- $121 / Sq Ft
Source: Hive MLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $350,000 --
Deed $270,000 --
Deed $303,900 --
Deed $55,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $332,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $216,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $243,100 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: CL356501

Hive MLS

APN: 252A1-F-014

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