NOT LISTED FOR SALE

540 Athens Ave Athens, GA 30601

Newtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $519,000 - $865,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,785 Sq Ft
$434/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2014

Last sale price $218,000 $122 Per Sq Ft

Est. 255% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,985/month

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of April 2014

Awesome opportunity to live in-town on 1.4 acres. This 3 bedroom/2.5 bath home is privately situated on the lot with a nice long driveway from the street. The inviting front porch has plenty of room for rocking chairs and outdoor living. While the back deck offers even more privacy, perfect spot for grilling out with family and friends or soaking in the hot tub! Hardwood floors throughout including half bath with tile in the two full baths. The living room has 17 ft. vaulted ceilings, a stacked stone fireplace and room for dining and hanging out at the bar access to the kitchen. Perfect for entertaining. Master suite is on the main floor with plenty of closet storage and access to back deck. Good sized upstairs rooms and cozy office nook. Walking distance to downtown, UGA, Normaltown and Chase St. Warehouse businesses. This home is zoned for the award winning Chase St. Elementary and is a must see.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,560

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1.4

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Chase Street Elementary School
  • Clarke Middle School
  • Clarke Central High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Fenced Yard

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • New Town Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 163C1 G001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,560

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • GarageYN: No
  • Inclusions: Ceiling Fans,Security System
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2005
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Security System
  • Subdivision Name: New Town
  • Reso Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Tax Year: 2011
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 1.4
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Other, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.0

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Clarke Middle

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Yard Fenced
  • Lot Size Area: 1.4
  • Parcel Number: 163C1 G001
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Chase Street
  • HighSchool: Clarke Central

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2014
Closed on
Apr 30, 2014
Sold by
Benson William F
Bought by
Carmichael Taylor and Carmichael Leah L
List Price
$229,000
Sold Price
$218,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,000
-4.8%
Current Estimated Value
$774,621

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$556,621
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.80%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2006
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Benson William F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,800
Interest Rate
6.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2003
Sold by
Bayard A Gregg
Bought by
Athens Holdings Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 1996
Sold by
Dorsey James Henry
Bought by
Bayard A Gregg

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 1995
Sold by
Wingfield Susie Cook
Bought by
Dorsey James Henry
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Carmichael Taylor $218,000 --
Benson William F $191,000 --
Athens Holdings Inc $34,000 --
Bayard A Gregg $15,000 --
Dorsey James Henry -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Carmichael Taylor H $510,400
Closed Carmichael Taylor $446,800
Closed Carmichael Taylor $200,000
Previous Owner Benson William F $185,000
Previous Owner Benson William F $183,000
Previous Owner Benson William F $152,800
Previous Owner Benson William F $28,650
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2014 04/30/14 Sold $218,000 -4.8% $122 / Sq Ft
03/31/2014 03/31/14 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2014 02/24/14 For Sale $229,000 -- $128 / 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 $9,560 $321,896 $36,000 $285,896
2023 $9,560 $288,534 $36,000 $252,534
2022 $7,260 $237,580 $36,000 $201,580
2021 $7,093 $220,486 $36,000 $184,486
2020 $5,557 $174,898 $32,400 $142,498
2019 $3,937 $125,977 $28,800 $97,177
2018 $3,967 $126,862 $21,600 $105,262
2017 $3,386 $99,726 $18,720 $81,006
2016 $2,783 $81,970 $18,720 $63,250
2015 $2,787 $81,970 $18,720 $63,250
2014 $2,196 $74,474 $17,550 $56,924
Source: Public Records

Map

Source: Savannah Multi-List Corporation

MLS Number: CM937105

Savannah Multi-List Corporation

APN: 163C1-G-001

Georgia Clarke County Athens 30601 Newtown

540 Athens Ave, Athens, GA

This home is located at 540 Athens Ave, Athens, GA 30601 since 24 February 2014 and is currently estimated at $774,621, approximately $433 per square foot. This property was built in 2005. 540 Athens Ave is a home located in Clarke County with nearby schools including Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School, Clarke Middle School, and Clarke Central High School.

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