Superbly located in the heart of Athens sited on a quiet, dead-end street, is a hidden jewel in the rough. Within walking distance to the park or Downtown Athens/UGA, 278 Fourth Street provides the perfect bungalow prepped for renovations. Many updates have already been completed throughout this home to include a new roof, gleaming original pine floors that have been refinished, added recessed lighting and neutral paint colors to name a few. Hosting an open concept, this home is comprised of a spacious living room open to the large kitchen and breakfast room. The kitchen has been updated with tons of custom cabinetry + modern hardware, ample counter space and new vinyl flooring. The family bedrooms and baths can be found grouped together along the rear hall. The seller has provided a clean slate, bringing the owners suite down to the studs. This blank canvas is now ready for completion and your very own personal touch to create the most spectacular bedroom and bath retreat. Unique to the area, this home also boasts a basement area that current serves as a large storage area and laundry. However, this massive additional space offers tons of opportunities...let your imagination run wild. This homes exterior comes complete with a very private, covered front porch and basement level carport or storage shed. If you enjoy updating or renovating you don't want to pass this one by. This home could be a wonderful place to call home or ideal for an investment property. An additional .28 lot to the right of the home is also available for sale. Contact agent for details!!
$110,000
Great location within minutes of UGA campus and downtown Athens! Three-bedroom ranch with an additional room added on the back of the house. Home needs renovation work but is on a great level lot.
Rob Blake Chapman Hall Professionals
$150,000
Whether you are a seasoned investor or a newcomer to the market, this charming property presents a unique opportunity. Situated in a highly sought-after location near Downtown Athens and the University of Georgia, it is ideal for both homeowners and tenants. The layout is well-suited for roommates or a single-family residence, featuring three spacious bedrooms and two baths with a basement.
Lynn Eaton RE/MAX Center
$140,000
Excellent project opportunity on a beautiful, flat 1-acre lot in Athens, GA. Tucked away off the main road, offering privacy while still being conveniently close to everything.
Steven Koleno Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $266,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $130,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $70,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $60,300 | -- | |
| Deed | $65,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $35,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $28,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $27,900 | -- |
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $126,100 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $94,878 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $101,495 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $66,500 | New Conventional |
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2025 07/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/09/2025 06/09/25 | For Sale | $424,900 | +59.4% | $326 / Sq Ft |
| 11/19/2021 11/19/21 | Sold | $266,500 | +2.9% | $204 / Sq Ft |
| 10/20/2021 10/20/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/24/2021 09/24/21 | For Sale | $259,000 | +108.9% | $198 / Sq Ft |
| 08/27/2018 08/27/18 | Sold | $124,000 | +3.3% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2018 07/28/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/06/2018 07/06/18 | For Sale | $120,000 | -- | $92 / Sq Ft |
| 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 | $3,346 | $123,049 | $26,000 | $97,049 |
| 2023 | $2,430 | $112,774 | $24,000 | $88,774 |
| 2022 | $2,294 | $81,912 | $18,000 | $63,912 |
| 2021 | $1,262 | $47,461 | $18,000 | $29,461 |
| 2020 | $1,175 | $44,852 | $18,000 | $26,852 |
| 2019 | $951 | $40,107 | $14,000 | $26,107 |
| 2018 | $968 | $38,511 | $14,000 | $24,511 |
| 2017 | $920 | $37,106 | $14,000 | $23,106 |
| 2016 | $920 | $37,105 | $14,000 | $23,105 |
| 2015 | $922 | $37,105 | $14,000 | $23,105 |
| 2014 | $924 | $37,106 | $14,000 | $23,106 |
Source: Savannah Multi-List Corporation
MLS Number: CM963584
APN: 163D2-G-003
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