567 Fortson Rd Athens, GA 30606
Five Points NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,439,000 - $1,762,000
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
6,148
Sq Ft
$251/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Home Theater
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Clarke Central High School Rated A-
- 1.86 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of April 2023Welcome to 567 Fortson Road in highly sought after Five Points. This elegant 5 BR 5.5 BA home designed by award winning architect David Matheny is situated on almost two acres of wooded land nestled off of West Lake Drive in Athens, Georgia. A long circular drive leads to this traditional and stately brick home. The open foyer leads to a formal living room and dining room featuring lovely oak hardwood floors, custom built-ins and detailed millwork. An expansive chef's kitchen for entertaining has solid surface countertops, custom cabinetry, island, built-ins, separate large walk-in pantry as well as a solid bank of large windows / doors allowing light and unobstructed views of the back yard. Bright and cheery eat-in breakfast and seating area, access to laundry room, powder room, and two-car garage beyond. Generous screened porch off back of house serves as an addition room for much of the year. Sophisticated study / den / addition room with dedicated full bathroom and amble closet spaces next to private primary suite with fireplace and screened porch access. Large primary bathroom along with large closets all on main floor. Upstairs there is a causal landing for reading or sitting. Three large bedrooms with two full bathrooms on this upper floor. Plenty of closet space as well as storage room. Terrace level is a sun-filled office, exercise area, full bathroom and a large game / media room with kitchenette, built-ins and pool table. Exterior access and light filled windows create a thoughtful flex space to escape to on this lower level. Voluminous storage room and mechanical room also on this floor. Thoughtfully manicured grounds with walking paths and patio surround this home and allow for a lovely and tranquil in-town get-away just minutes from Beechwood Shopping Center, Five Points Business district, medical centers, downtown Athens and The University of Georgia.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty License #348653 Listed on: 11/21/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,308
Year Built
- Built in 1983
Lot Details
- 1.86 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 6,148 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Bookcases
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Library
- Screened Porch
- Home Gym
- Expansion Attic
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Oven or Range
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Double Vanity
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Hall
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Alps Road Elementary School
- Clarke Middle School
- Clarke Central High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Five Points Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 21, 2022
Closed on
Apr 11, 2023
Sold by
Dolson Richard R
Bought by
Boswell Emily and Boswell Robert
Seller's Agent
Ross Eric Vaughn
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mary Catherine Smith
Corcoran Classic Living
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$299,000
-19.95%
Views
190
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
$341,371
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.11%
Original Mortgage
$980,000
Outstanding Balance
$957,774
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$583,597
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 2005
Sold by
Kimbrough Sheryl C
Bought by
Dolson Richard R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2003
Sold by
Kimbrough W H
Bought by
Kimbrough Sheryl C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2003
Sold by
Kimbrough Sheryl C
Bought by
Kimbrough Sheryl C and Kimbrough W
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 19, 2001
Sold by
Kimbrough Sheryl C
Bought by
Kimbrough Sheryl C and Kimb William H
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 2, 1995
Sold by
Kimbrough Sheryl C
Bought by
Kimbrough Sheryl C and Kimbrough W
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boswell Emily | $1,200,000 | -- | |
| Dolson Richard R | $900,000 | -- | |
| Kimbrough Sheryl C | -- | -- | |
| Kimbrough Sheryl C | -- | -- | |
| Kimbrough Sheryl C | -- | -- | |
| Kimbrough Sheryl C | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Boswell Emily | $980,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/11/2023 04/11/23 | Sold | $1,200,000 | -14.2% | $195 / Sq Ft |
| 04/03/2023 04/03/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/08/2023 02/08/23 | Price Changed | $1,399,000 | -6.7% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 11/21/2022 11/21/22 | For Sale | $1,499,000 | -- | $244 / 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 | $15,000 | $514,779 | $141,360 | $373,419 |
| 2023 | $15,000 | $509,331 | $141,360 | $367,971 |
| 2022 | $9,430 | $407,127 | $141,360 | $265,767 |
| 2021 | $9,364 | $365,235 | $141,360 | $223,875 |
| 2020 | $9,113 | $346,960 | $141,360 | $205,600 |
| 2019 | $9,006 | $333,253 | $141,360 | $191,893 |
| 2018 | $8,815 | $319,546 | $141,360 | $178,186 |
| 2017 | $8,790 | $317,719 | $141,360 | $176,359 |
| 2016 | $8,440 | $292,657 | $119,040 | $173,617 |
| 2015 | $8,440 | $292,657 | $119,040 | $173,617 |
| 2014 | $8,440 | $292,658 | $119,040 | $173,618 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ross Eric Vaughn
Seller's Agent in 2023
Ross Eric Vaughn
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
(706) 207-9438
22 in this area
125 Total Sales
-
Mary Catherine Smith
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Mary Catherine Smith
Corcoran Classic Living
(706) 255-6091
55 in this area
197 Total Sales
Map
Source: Georgia MLS
MLS Number: 10111629
APN: 124C1-B-003
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