475 Ruth St Athens, GA 30601
North Avenue NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $222,000 - $282,235
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,028
Sq Ft
$237/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.66 Acre Lot
- Property is near public transit
- Wood Flooring
- Deck
- Vaulted Ceiling
- No HOA
About This Home
As of February 2024Unique In-town property: Historic, 1930 2/2 farmhouse with huge front porch, on large .66 acre lot, with an efficiency 1/1 guest cottage (needs renovation), and several old storage sheds. Beautiful deep lot, with an abundance of mature hardwoods, surrounded by acres of woods that are in preservation. Of note, the Seller will be selling property with a deed restriction that lot cannot be subdivided. Both the farmhouse and guest cottage need work. The farmhouse is temporarily occupied, without lease. It has good bones, tall ceilings, old pine flooring in much of the house, a huge common living room off a wonderful living room sized front porch that sits up high, a long galley style kitchen, one bedroom has an antique fireplace mantle, high ceilings (perhaps 12), while the 2nd, rear bedroom has a private bath, vaulted ceiling, & exterior door. Please note, there is no central heat or AC. The lot has amazing potential for landscaping/gardens, and theres room for a workshop/studio, as well as abundant off-street parking. The property is next to Williams Farm, owned by the Athens Land Trust, is only blocks from the Oconee River/Greenway Trail, Downtown, and UGAs historic North Campus. This is a rare opportunity to buy a residential property of this size, with multiple structures, at this price.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,354
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 0.66 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Garden
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,028 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Crawl Space
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Hall
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
Schools
- Howard B Stroud Elementary School
- Coile Middle School
- Cedar Shoals High School
Utilities
- No Heating
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 15, 2024
Closed on
Feb 28, 2024
Sold by
Briggs Leafy
Bought by
Caspary Melissa and Poucher Ethan R
Seller's Agent
Michael Littleton
Corcoran Classic Living
Buyer's Agent
Mark Mahaffey
Mark Mahaffey & Associates R/E
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$225,000
Total Days on Market
15
Views
108
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$19,059
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.18%
Original Mortgage
$1,900,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,877,492
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$1,630,414
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 23, 1999
Sold by
Mende Nathan
Bought by
Briggs Leafy
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caspary Melissa | $225,000 | -- | |
| Briggs Leafy | $72,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Caspary Melissa | $1,900,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/29/2024 02/29/24 | Sold | $225,000 | 0.0% | $219 / Sq Ft |
| 01/15/2024 01/15/24 | For Sale | $225,000 | -- | $219 / Sq Ft |
Source: Georgia MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,594 | $83,018 | $19,800 | $63,218 |
| 2023 | $2,594 | $75,314 | $19,800 | $55,514 |
| 2022 | $2,114 | $66,283 | $19,800 | $46,483 |
| 2021 | $1,906 | $56,565 | $19,800 | $36,765 |
| 2020 | $1,773 | $52,604 | $19,800 | $32,804 |
| 2019 | $1,569 | $46,226 | $19,800 | $26,426 |
| 2018 | $1,552 | $45,712 | $19,800 | $25,912 |
| 2017 | $0 | $39,154 | $19,800 | $19,354 |
| 2016 | $1,312 | $38,639 | $19,800 | $18,839 |
| 2015 | $1,314 | $38,639 | $19,800 | $18,839 |
| 2014 | $1,316 | $38,640 | $19,800 | $18,840 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Littleton
Seller's Agent in 2024
Michael Littleton
Corcoran Classic Living
(706) 255-8600
21 in this area
84 Total Sales
-
Mark Mahaffey
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Mark Mahaffey
Mark Mahaffey & Associates R/E
(706) 543-3008
2 in this area
269 Total Sales
Map
Source: Georgia MLS
MLS Number: 10241511
APN: 163B2-A-006-A
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