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Seller's Agent in 2025
Ashley Jones
HomeSmart
498 Ruth St Athens, GA 30601
North Avenue Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,288
Sq Ft
8,712
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Private Lot
- Bonus Room
- Den
About This Home
As of January 2025Location, location, location! This charming brick ranch style home offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Step into this desirable open living and dining room combo with bonus room attached. Gleaming of fresh exterior and interior paint with beautiful newly updated Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring throughout. Kitchen newly updated with modern cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Kitchen opens to a cozy patio space great for grilling or gardening. Conveniently located just minutes from The University of Georgia and Downtown Athens! This timeless single-family home is perfect for first time homebuyers or investors. Move in ready! Do not miss the opportunity to own this home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Ashley Jones
HomeSmart License #402750 Listed on: 06/02/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,130
Year Built
- Built in 1957 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Private Lot
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Garden Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Den
- Bonus Room
- Vinyl Flooring
- Crawl Space
- Storm Windows
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near shops
Schools
- Howard B Stroud Elementary School
- Coile Middle School
- Cedar Shoals High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- 220 Volts
- Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 1 / 1
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 2, 2024
Closed on
Jan 21, 2025
Sold by
Fair James Trust
Bought by
Classic City Lease Llc
Seller's Agent
Ashley Jones
HomeSmart
Buyer's Agent
Chuck Chandler
eXp Realty
List Price
$309,900
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$139,900
-45.14%
Views
128
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
$42,472
Avg. Annual Appreciation
36.90%
Original Mortgage
$237,900
Outstanding Balance
$162,182
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$50,290
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 28, 2023
Sold by
Fair James E
Bought by
Fair James Trust and Fair Jameson Antwon
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limited Warranty Deed | $170,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $237,900 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2025 01/21/25 | Sold | $170,000 | -15.0% | $132 / Sq Ft |
| 12/19/2024 12/19/24 | Price Changed | $200,000 | -9.0% | $155 / Sq Ft |
| 12/19/2024 12/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/02/2024 12/02/24 | Price Changed | $219,900 | -4.3% | $171 / Sq Ft |
| 11/15/2024 11/15/24 | Price Changed | $229,900 | -4.2% | $178 / Sq Ft |
| 11/05/2024 11/05/24 | Price Changed | $240,000 | -3.6% | $186 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2024 10/17/24 | Price Changed | $249,000 | -13.8% | $193 / Sq Ft |
| 07/25/2024 07/25/24 | Price Changed | $289,000 | -6.7% | $224 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2024 06/02/24 | For Sale | $309,900 | -- | $241 / 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 | $2,415 | $75,085 | $18,000 | $57,085 |
| 2023 | $2,346 | $68,151 | $18,000 | $50,151 |
| 2022 | $1,718 | $53,859 | $14,000 | $39,859 |
| 2021 | $1,462 | $43,369 | $12,000 | $31,369 |
| 2020 | $1,318 | $39,111 | $11,200 | $27,911 |
| 2019 | $1,215 | $35,776 | $11,200 | $24,576 |
| 2018 | $1,171 | $34,482 | $10,400 | $24,082 |
| 2017 | $957 | $28,184 | $10,400 | $17,784 |
| 2016 | $940 | $27,690 | $10,400 | $17,290 |
| 2015 | $941 | $27,690 | $10,400 | $17,290 |
| 2014 | $943 | $27,690 | $10,400 | $17,290 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Chuck Chandler
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Chuck Chandler
eXp Realty
(706) 207-2428
1 in this area
97 Total Sales
Map
Source: Georgia MLS
MLS Number: 10322500
APN: 163B4-A-012
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