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550 Fortson Road

Athens, GA 30606
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,892

Sqft

Acres0.69

Acre(Lot)

Discover a private woodland retreat just minutes from Five Points, Beechwood Shopping Center, Piedmont Athens Regional, and the University of Georgia. Set on a beautifully wooded lot, this distinctive property offers the rare combination of peaceful surroundings, flexible living space, and an unbeatable in-town location. Inside, nearly 2,900 square feet unfolds with multiple living areas, 5 bedrooms, and 3 full baths designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. A separate guest wing with its own kitchenette provides exceptional flexibility for extended family, long-term guests, a home office, or a private retreat. Expansive windows bring the outdoors in, filling the home with natural light and showcasing the surrounding landscape. The spacious deck overlooks a tranquil koi pond and m ature trees, creating a quiet backdrop for entertaining or simply enjoying the beauty of every season. Opportunities to own a home with this level of privacy and versatility this close to the heart of Athens are increasingly rare. Whether youre hosting family, working from home, or simply looking for a property with character and room to grow, 550 Fortson Road delivers a lifestyle thats hard to find-and even harder to leave.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $775,000

AD Id : 88070834

MLS Id : 10805848

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.69 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,892

Year Built : 1960

Garage : 4

County : Clarke

Subdivision: Westlake Drive

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 5 Bedrooms On Upper Level: 0 Bedrooms On Lower Level: 0 Main Bedrooms: 5 Room Type: Great Room,Office,Sun Room Window Features: Bay Window(s)

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 0 Full Baths Main: 3 Baths Full Lower: 0 Baths Full Upper: 0

    Water/Sewer

    Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Kitchen Information

    Kitchen: Breakfast Area,Solid Surface Counters Dining Room: Open Concept

    Interior Features

    Beamed Ceilings,Double Vanity,High Ceilings,In-Law Floorplan,Master On Main Level,Pulldown Attic Stairs,Separate Shower,Split Bedroom Plan,Split Foyer,Tile Bath,Two Story Foyer,Vaulted Ceiling(s) Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile,Vinyl

    Appliances

    Dishwasher,Dryer,Oven/Range (Combo),Refrigerator,Washer

    Utilities

    Cable Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Connected
  • Cooling Features

    Central Air,Electric

    Energy

    Green Energy: Thermostat

    Heating Source

    Central

    Fireplace

    Number of Fireplaces: 1 Fireplace Features: Gas Starter,Living Room,Masonry

  • Building Information

    Built Year: 1960 Roof Type: Other Basement: Crawl Space Levels: One Property Age: 66
  • Exterior Features

    Water Feature
  • Laundry Features

    Laundry Closet

    Patio And Porch

    Deck,Porch

    Construction Materials

    Wood Siding

    Property Condition

    Resale

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size (Acr): 0.685 Lot Size Source: Public Records Lot Features: None
  • Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence Structure Type: House Subdivision: Westlake Drive City: Athens State: GA Directions: From Alps Road, head down West Lake Drive. Take the 2nd Fortson Road entrance on the right. Home will be around the corner on the right. Property Status: New

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price: $775,000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $4963 Tax Year: 2025
  • Home Warranty

    Home Warranty Paid: No

  • Parking Information

    Parking: 4 Parking Features: Kitchen Level
  • Homeowners Association Information

    Association: No Annual Association Fee: 0 Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0 Association Fee Includes: None Community Features: None

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Holston High School: Clarke Central Middle School: Clarke Source Neighborhood: Westlake Drive
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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/21/2026 @ 21:30

MLS: 10805848 LISTED BY: Susan Jones, Five Market Realty LLC 706-850-4636 SOURCE: Georgia MLS

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