NOT LISTED FOR SALE

522 University Cir Athens, GA 30605

Estimated Value: $375,000 - $452,115

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,056 Sq Ft
$134/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 03, 2023

Last sale price $342,000 $112 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,606/month

98 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Lake
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2023

Nestled between the UGA Vet School and Five Points, this updated property is the perfect investment which could yield amazing returns! The house is just over 3000 SF and offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. There is also a large "rec room" on the terrace level with its own door that most individuals would use as a large 5th bedroom, or otherwise as an amazing game room or home gym!The main level features an updated galley kitchen, spacious den with a wood burning fire-place and access to the back deck, dining area and 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The terrace level is home to the 4th bedroom, new full bath and huge rec room.The half acre lot backs up to the Oconee River where there are walking trails with easy access from the rear yard, which is also fenced in. There is also a 2 car garage along with a semi circle drive that allows for ample parking.The current owners have made significant updates including:New Roof,New HVAC,New Floating Floors Throughout,New Granite Countertops in Kitchen,New Appliances,New Deck,Added a Full Bath to the Terrace Level,Replaced the other Tub/Shower inserts in the Main Level Baths;Built out the Terrace Level with a Bedroom, Rec Room, Flex Space and Full Bath.Also added a New Garage Door,New Gutters,And other Maintenance Updates include some electrical and plumbing.The Terrace level has two exterior doors, and one interior access door. Therefore, if a buyer so desired, they could easily create an in-law suite or separate apartment. The lay out is ideal for this with a perfect spot to add a kitchenette.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Catherine Smith

Corcoran Classic Living License #273708 Listed on: 10/17/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Nichols

Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty License #207008

Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,300

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 1.02 Acre Lot
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Split Foyer
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,056 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Two Story Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Den
  • Game Room
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • University Heights Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,300

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.02
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 3056
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Other, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement: Bath Finished, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry, Finished
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 3056
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3056
  • Interior Amenities: Two Story Foyer, Other, Master On Main Level, Split Foyer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Kitchen Features: Solid Surface Counters
  • Price Per Square Foot: 111.910

Beds/Baths

  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Lower Level: 1
  • Bedroom Main Level: 3

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Electric
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Lake

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None, Other

Schools

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

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3299.73

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2024
Sold by
Groft Joel Thomas
Bought by
Groft Joel Thomas Trust and Groft Joel Thomas
Total Days on Market
98
Current Estimated Value
$409,779

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 17, 2022
Closed on
Mar 3, 2023
Sold by
Mmj & A Enterprises Llc
Bought by
Groft Joel Thomas
Seller's Agent
Mary Catherine Smith
Corcoran Classic Living
Buyer's Agent
Scott Nichols
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$342,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-2.29%
Views
237

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.29%
Original Mortgage
$273,600
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 2018
Sold by
Snodgrass Anthony Christop
Bought by
Mmj

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$136,563
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2010
Sold by
American General Financial Ser
Bought by
Snodgrass Anthony C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 7, 2010
Sold by
Faust Terry O
Bought by
American General Financial Services Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2010
Sold by
Faust Terry O and Thomas Wesley Faust
Bought by
Faust Terry O

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 2008
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Faust Terry O and Faust Thomas Wesley

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 2001
Sold by
Faust Christopher A
Bought by
Faustterry

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 1999
Sold by
Faust Christopher A
Bought by
Faust Christopher A and Terry Faust J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 7, 1989
Sold by
Keefer Carol L
Bought by
Fause Christopher A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Groft Joel Thomas Trust -- --
Groft Joel Thomas $342,000 --
Mmj $106,850 --
Snodgrass Anthony C $77,000 --
American General Financial Services Inc $89,000 --
Faust Terry O -- --
Faust Terry O -- --
Faustterry -- --
Faust Christopher A -- --
Fause Christopher A $78,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Groft Joel Thomas $273,600
Previous Owner Mmj & A Enterprises Llc $150,000
Previous Owner Mmj $136,563
Previous Owner Faust Terry O $17,406
Previous Owner Faust Terry O $147,264
Previous Owner Faust Terry O $17,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/03/2023 03/03/23 Sold $342,000 +0.6% $112 / Sq Ft
01/23/2023 01/23/23 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2022 11/21/22 Price Changed $339,900 -2.9% $111 / Sq Ft
10/17/2022 10/17/22 For Sale $350,000 -- $115 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

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 $3,776 $169,678 $15,000 $154,678
2023 $5,316 $170,101 $15,000 $155,101
2022 $3,823 $119,857 $15,000 $104,857
2021 $3,300 $97,915 $15,000 $82,915
2020 $3,024 $89,735 $15,000 $74,735
2019 $2,131 $84,791 $15,000 $69,791
2018 $1,240 $46,517 $15,000 $31,517
2017 $1,175 $44,612 $15,000 $29,612
2016 $1,196 $45,220 $15,000 $30,220
2015 $1,211 $45,595 $15,000 $30,595
2014 $1,232 $46,152 $15,000 $31,152
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10101624

Georgia MLS

APN: 182C2-A-003