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905 Oglethorpe Avenue

Athens, GA 30606

$449,000 $1,893/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

1,407

Sqft

0.23

Acre(Lot)

Description

Surround yourself with the timeless beauty and elegance of this Craftsman cottage perched atop a shady corner lot on Athens' storied Oglethorpe Avenue. This old soul boasts a playful floor plan inviting you and your guests to soak in the heart pine floors, lofty 12' ceilings, period light fixtures, ample natural light and miles of gorgeous trim work. The two generously sized bedrooms flank a central parlor that leads into a bright dining room adjoining a peaceful outdoor deck and firepit via French doors. A cheery kitchen with large terra-cotta floor tiles features a farmhouse sink overlooking mature trees. To each side find hand crafted salvaged pine cabinets and a custom-built kitchen island topped with walnut butcher block. Bring your books and curios for the handsome built-in cabinet i n the living room, spark up a fire in the updated gas fireplace, and run a bath in the clawfoot tub surrounded with wainscot atop the pinwheel tile floor. You may never want to leave this haven but one of Athens' most desired neighborhoods awaits! Enjoy the many restaurants, bars and shops of the charming Normaltown commercial district. Chose between two local swimming pools after tennis, pickleball or many other activities at Bishop Park and the Athens YMCA before picking up your local produce and artisan crafts at the Athens Farmers Market. Keep in mind all of these Athens gems are located within 1 mile of this property! As far as value goes, we've got you covered. New tankless water heater, well-maintained HVAC and immediate proximity to the UGA Health Sciences Campus and Piedmont Regional Hospital is a strong selling suit. To top it off, this property grossed well over 7k in just 11 days of rental in 2025 as an owner-occupied short term rental! Need an extra bathroom? Talk to us about plans for a footprint expanding en-suite full bath adjoining the primary bedroom. They just don't build them like this anymore. Let this one-of-a-kind home be your???????????????????????????????????????? Shangri-La!

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $449,000

AD Id : 79318770

MLS Id : CL353289

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.23 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,407

Year Built : 1910

County : Clarke

Subdivision: Normaltown

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Bedroom Information

Total beds: 2

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

Room Information

Basement: Crawl Space
Roofing Information

Asphalt
Interior Features

Kitchen Island Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Heating & Cooling

Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump

Building Information

Year Built: 1910 Construction Materials: Other, Wood Siding Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch Private Pool: No View: Panoramic
Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Fire Pit

Lot Information

Main Square Feet: 0.23 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.23 Lot Size Square Feet: 10019

Property Information

Subdivision: Normaltown Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Property Age: 116

Listing Price Information

Listing Price: $449000 Cash, FHA, VA Loan

Tax Information

Parcel Number: 121B2-H-015-A Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $4562

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Parking Information

Off Street

Location Information

Direction: From Normaltown drive down Oglethorpe Ave, home will be on your left across from the fire station. Driveway is located off Brooklyn. WaterSource: Public

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/05/2026 @ 20:37

MLS: CL353289 LISTED BY: Etienne DeRocher, Corcoran Classic Living SOURCE: Hive MLS (North Carolina Regional)