NOT LISTED FOR SALE

489 River Chase Dr Athens, GA 30605

Athens Area

Estimated Value: $319,000 - $354,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,282 Sq Ft
$263/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 3, 2026

Last sale price $335,000 $261 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,068 / mo

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Private Lot
  • Ranch Style House
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of February 2026

Imagine coming home to a space where everything is already done - no projects, no punch lists, no trips to the appliance store. This lovely and fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on the Eastside of Athens offers effortless living from day one. Fresh paint, updated lighting, updated bathrooms, LVP flooring throughout, butcher-block countertops, and stainless steel appliances create a modern, welcoming feel. The home is being sold FULLY FURNISHED, so you can settle in immediately - every detail is already in place. All appliances remain, including the washer and dryer, making moving day refreshingly simple. Located just minutes from the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital, this home is ideal for those who value proximity, comfort, and convenience. Whether you're starting your day with coffee on the go or winding down after a long shift, this is a place designed to make life easier - and a little more enjoyable. Turn the key, exhale, and start living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Buffington

Keller Williams Greater Athens License #405149 Listed on: 12/12/2025

Keller Williams Greater Athens

Last Buyer's Agent

Glenda Broker

Non-Mls Company

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,244

Year Built

  • Built in 1997 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 19,602 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Lot

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,282 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Whit Davis Elementary School
  • Hilsman Middle School
  • Cedar Shoals High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hunters Ridge Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,244

Year Built

Built in 1997 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0.45 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1997
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Size Acres: .45
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 1282
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement: None
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1282
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1282
  • Interior Amenities: Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Master On Main Level, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Flooring: Other
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area

Beds/Baths

  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Main Level: 3

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • Lot Features: Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen, Laundry Closet
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Whit Davis
  • High School: Cedar Shoals
  • Middle School: Hilsman

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 24
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3243.69

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 12, 2025
Closed on
Feb 3, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Brian Buffington
Keller Williams Greater Athens
Buyer's Agent
Glenda Broker
Non-Mls Company
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$335,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-4.29%
Views
31
Current Estimated Value
$336,737

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,737
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.08%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 15, 2022
Closed on
Oct 12, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Marcy Cheatham
Cheatham Realty
Buyer's Agent
Milane Huguet
Virtual Properties Realty
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$225,000
Views
11

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.74%
Original Mortgage
$142,000
Interest Rate
0.0602%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,960
Interest Rate
0.0425%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 26, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 1996
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 1995
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$335,000 --
$225,000 --
$117,000 --
$130,000 --
-- --
-- --
$96,500 --
$85,000 --
$13,500 --
-- --
$1,283,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $142,000
Previous Owner $113,960
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/03/2026 02/03/26 Sold $335,000 -4.3% $261 / Sq Ft
01/03/2026 01/03/26 Pending -- -- --
12/12/2025 12/12/25 For Sale $350,000 +55.6% $273 / Sq Ft
10/12/2022 10/12/22 Sold $225,000 0.0% $176 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/12/2022 09/12/22 Pending -- -- --
08/15/2022 08/15/22 For Sale $225,000 -- $176 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

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 $3,376 $108,730 $12,000 $96,730
2024 $3,376 $103,799 $12,000 $91,799
2023 $3,244 $95,752 $12,000 $83,752
2022 $1,879 $82,842 $10,400 $72,442
2021 $1,799 $69,528 $10,400 $59,128
2020 $1,733 $64,682 $10,400 $54,282
2019 $1,670 $59,181 $10,400 $48,781
2018 $1,509 $54,456 $10,400 $44,056
2017 $1,352 $49,827 $10,400 $39,427
2016 $1,222 $45,981 $10,400 $35,581
2015 $1,196 $45,178 $10,400 $34,778
2014 $1,187 $44,836 $10,400 $34,436
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Brian Buffington

    Keller Williams Greater Athens

    (706) 461-4844

    31 Total Sales

    Brian Buffington
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  • Glenda Broker

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Glenda Broker

    Non-Mls Company

    (800) 289-1214

    Glenda Broker
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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Marcy Cheatham

    Cheatham Realty

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  • Milane Huguet

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Milane Huguet

    Virtual Properties Realty

    (678) 656-4501

    59 Total Sales

    Milane Huguet
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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10656972

Georgia MLS

APN: 244C2-B-019

Georgia Clarke County Athens 30605

489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA

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