$305,000
SOLD JUL 28, 2017

4990 Barnett Shoals Rd Athens, GA 30605

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,186 Sq Ft
1.72 Acres

Recently Sold

$140 Per Sq Ft

24% Below List Price

138 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Screened Porch

About This Home

As of July 2017

NEW INTERIOR PHOTOS NOW UPLOADED!!!! A Step Back in Time atmosphere...Visit the Old World within this Victorian designed, Civil War era, farm home. Perfectly sited on 1.72 acres of pastoral land, adorned by 100+ year old hickory and Oak trees, this immaculate setting can't be beat. This 1880's home has been masterfully restored to offer todays modern amenities combined with historical appeal. This home is appointed with period craftsmanship, boasting; heart of pine hardwood flooring, tongue and groove ceilings and walls, 12ft.ceilings, multiple masonry fireplaces, 3 oversized porches, and custom light fixtures, pre-civil war (1820's) barn as well as 4 additional out buildings. The formal floor plan of this home is complete with large gracious rooms, perfectly designed and connected to offer a effortless flow from room to room. The main floor plays host to the gorgeous foyer, formal living and dining room, large laundry room, gourmet kitchen, and oversized master retreat. Just up the stairs you will find 2 perfectly detailed bedroom suites. Each bedroom is appointed with barreled bead board ceilings, ample closet space, and private ensuite full baths. THE PORCHES COMPLETE THIS HOME...The fantastic front porch spans across the entire home and offers a side porch bonus. The rear entry is also combined with yet another 90' spacious covered porch, ideal for relaxing while watching the kids play at the end of the day. The final covered porch can be accessed by the master suite. Location offers a peaceful rural setting while only being 4.9 miles to East Athens, New Vet School, Shopping, restaurants, and more. The quiet contentment, character, and charm of this historical home is truly the key that sets it apart.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,441

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Parking

  • 8 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Rustic Architecture
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Screened Porch
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Barnett Shoals Elementary School
  • Hilsman Middle School
  • Cedar Shoals High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 262 021

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,441

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • GarageYN: No
  • Inclusions: Ceiling Fans
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Subdivision Name: No Recorded Subdivision
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2186.0
  • Architectural Style: Rustic, Victorian
  • Reso Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dishwasher, Range
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Storage
  • Acres: 1.72
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 8.0

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Gas
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Hilsman Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Area: 1.72
  • Parcel Number: 262 021
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3441.0

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Barnett Shoals
  • HighSchool: Cedar Shoals

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2017
Closed on
Jul 28, 2017
Sold by
Little Taylor
Bought by
Higgins Jason and Higgins April
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$94,900
-23.73%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.57%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2005
Sold by
Allen Richard J
Bought by
Little Taylor

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2002
Sold by
Rowland James O
Bought by
Allen Richard J and Doherty John D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2002
Sold by
Kidd Margaret B
Bought by
Rowland James O
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $305,000 --
Deed $270,000 --
Deed $139,900 --
Deed $114,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $396,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Price Changed $699,900 -6.7% $302 / Sq Ft
06/10/2025 06/10/25 Price Changed $749,900 -6.3% $324 / Sq Ft
05/12/2025 05/12/25 Price Changed $799,900 -5.9% $346 / Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Sale $849,900 +178.7% $367 / Sq Ft
07/28/2017 07/28/17 Sold $305,000 -23.7% $140 / Sq Ft
06/28/2017 06/28/17 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2017 02/10/17 For Sale $399,900 -- $183 / Sq Ft
Source: Savannah Multi-List Corporation

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 $7,573 $242,345 $14,448 $227,897
2023 $7,573 $223,404 $13,760 $209,644
2022 $6,432 $201,621 $12,384 $189,237
2021 $5,477 $162,514 $12,384 $150,130
2020 $4,833 $143,425 $12,384 $131,041
2019 $4,390 $129,301 $12,384 $116,917
2018 $2,925 $86,164 $12,384 $73,780
2017 $3,138 $102,444 $12,384 $90,060
2016 $3,103 $101,384 $12,384 $89,000
2015 $3,094 $100,974 $12,384 $88,590
2014 $3,107 $101,238 $12,384 $88,854
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Savannah Multi-List Corporation

MLS Number: CM954477

Savannah Multi-List Corporation

APN: 262-021