NOT LISTED FOR SALE

268 Ruth St Athens, GA 30601

North Avenue Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $312,206 - $354,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,351 Sq Ft
$251/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 21, 2016

Last sale price $150,000 $111 Per Sq Ft

Est. 126% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,185/month

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Clubhouse
  • Cottage
  • Home Security System
  • Community Pool
  • Cooling Available
  • 4-minute walk to North Oconee River Greenway

About This Home

As of December 2016

This property is ideal for a UGA Parent or Student Housing Investor. Located in the Retreat which has been one of Athens most popular college rental communities. Located very to close downtown, shopping, restaurants and UGA's historic North campus. This unit is currently leased through July 2017 at $1275. 3 Bedroom and 3 Baths with a community pool and clubhouse. . Requires at least 24 hours notice to show.

Last Listed By

Scott Talley

5Market Realty License #277411 Listed on: 10/18/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,013

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 3,485

HOA Fees

  • $125 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cottage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,351 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available

Schools

  • Howard B. Stroud Elementary School
  • Coile Middle School
  • Cedar Shoals High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Central Heating
  • Underground Utilities
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 163B3 G003

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include clubhouse, electricity, ground maintenance, pool(s), taxes
  • Landmark Properties Association
  • The Retreat Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,013

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$125 per month

Listing Details

  • Directions: Leaving Downtown on North Ave turn left onto MLK and then veer right onto Ruth. Turn right onto Ruth Street
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Ownership: Owner
  • Subdivision Name: The Retreat
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Cable TV
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Living Area: 1351.0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Association
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Other, See Remarks

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: None, Parking Available
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.0

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Underground Utilities
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Security: Security System
  • Cooling: Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Street Lights
  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Pool, Sidewalks
  • Association Fee: 125.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Landmark Properties
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Clubhouse, Electricity, Maintenance Grounds, Pool(s), Taxes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Howard B. Stroud Elementary
  • High School: Cedar Shoals
  • Middle Or Junior School: Coile Middle

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 163B3 G003
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2012.83

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2016
Closed on
Dec 21, 2016
Sold by
Elizabeth Megan
Bought by
Hartness Amy H and Hartness Samuel
Seller's Agent
Scott Talley
5Market Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jarrett Martin
Corcoran Classic Living
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.23%
Total Days on Market
33
Current Estimated Value
$338,802

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$188,802
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.57%
Original Mortgage
$111,600
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2006
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Stewart Megan E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,900
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hartness Amy H $150,000 --
Stewart Megan E $164,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hartness Amy H $107,500
Closed Hartness Amy H $111,600
Previous Owner Stewart Megan E $155,000
Previous Owner Stewart Megan Elisabeth $152,000
Previous Owner Stewart Megan E $131,900
Previous Owner Stewart Megan E $16,490
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/21/2016 12/21/16 Sold $150,000 -3.2% $111 / Sq Ft
11/21/2016 11/21/16 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2016 10/18/16 For Sale $155,000 -- $115 / Sq Ft
Source: CLASSIC MLS (Athens Area Association of REALTORS®)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $3,139 $116,436 $16,000 $100,436
2023 $3,139 $110,996 $16,000 $94,996
2022 $2,550 $89,952 $16,000 $73,952
2021 $2,511 $84,496 $16,000 $68,496
2020 $2,309 $78,513 $16,000 $62,513
2019 $1,909 $66,215 $16,000 $50,215
2018 $1,826 $63,792 $16,000 $47,792
2017 $2,037 $60,141 $16,000 $44,141
2016 $2,013 $59,287 $16,000 $43,287
2015 $1,769 $52,041 $16,000 $36,041
2014 $1,694 $49,754 $16,000 $33,754
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Scott Talley

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Scott Talley

    5Market Realty

    (706) 340-0424

    16 in this area

    198 Total Sales

    Scott Talley
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  • Jarrett Martin

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Jarrett Martin

    Corcoran Classic Living

    (229) 869-5734

    4 in this area

    231 Total Sales

    Jarrett Martin
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Map

Source: CLASSIC MLS (Athens Area Association of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 952771

CLASSIC MLS (Athens Area Association of REALTORS®)

APN: 163B3-G-003

Georgia Clarke County Athens 30601 North Avenue

268 Ruth St, Athens, GA

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This home is located at 268 Ruth St, Athens, GA 30601 since 18 October 2016 and is currently estimated at $338,802, approximately $250 per square foot. This property was built in 2006. 268 Ruth St is a home located in Clarke County with nearby schools including Howard B. Stroud Elementary School, Coile Middle School, and Cedar Shoals High School.

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