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$550,000
↓ $30K (5.1%)
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178 First Street

Athens, GA 30601
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths
square feet
1,600 Ft²
$2,847
Est. Monthly
4.12%
Cap Rate

About This Property

Very Unique Intown Property, located 2 blocks from Downtown Athens, with 2 homes, an Artfully Restored Historic Cottage, and a Modern 2-story Guest House with 2 studio apartments, 1 on each level, creating interesting possibilities for a compound, office/studio space, or rental income. Additionally, theres a large storage building/workshop, multiple patios, porches, balcony, a large 3 tall stone raised garden in center of courtyard, a cobblestone walkway, both front and back yards are fenced, and apx 15 x 70' driveway. The yard is landscaped with a plethora of fruiting trees: Fig, Peach, Nectarine, Apple, Pear, as well as Blueberry bushes, and a Grape Arbor. Local Artists/Artisans have contributed creative touches throughout the property: custom decorative metal railing on back porch of main house, a metal sunflower balcony and porch railing on guest house porch and balcony, colorful tile murals in bathroom, sunroom floor, and kitchen backsplash, a wide array of wood species and custom woodwork throughout. The historic primary house has undergone major renovation: features a front courtyard, sunroom, open floor-plan, tall ceilings, French doors, beautiful wood floors, European style shutter windows, new stainless appliances, artfully designed tile bath, a Great Room w vaulted wood ceilings & newly built, exposed brick/stone FP; this room opens to back porch which sits privately with a high view of a beautiful courtyard/fenced back yard. The guest house has an upstairs studio apartment with a porch & balcony; the interior is entirely open, all wood floors, walls, and vaulted ceiling. The primary level, accessed independently from upstairs, is one big room with full bath & w/d. It provides an excellent flex space which has a diversity of potential uses: a home office, art studio, gym, band practice/music studio, home hair salon, rental income ( use your imagination ). A 3rd structure is a large storage space or workshop. This Artisan Urban Farm Sanctuary is just blocks from: the heart of Downtown, UGA Arches/North Campus, Civic Center, multiple Parks, Oconee River, Greenway & Firefly Trails, Sanford Stadium, and an internationally recognized music/arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, along with local breweries/pubs. Finding such a one-of-a-kind, arts-centric property, w a diversity of potential uses, especially this close to Downtown is a rarity. Location, Location, Location.
Unit Size
1,600 Ft²
Days on Market
429 days
Land Size
0.23 acres
Price per sqft
$344
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$146
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
-

Listed By

Michael Littleton
Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers, LLC
Melinda Edwards
Corcoran Classic Living

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Last updated: 8 months ago (GAMLS #10600772)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Mar 27, 2026 Price Decreased $550,000
↓ $30K (5.1%)
Price Decreased
Nov 27, 2025 Price Increased $579,500
↑ $500 (0.1%)
Price Increased
Sep 5, 2025 Listed by Corcoran Classic Living $579,000
Listed by Corcoran Classic Living
Jul 28, 2025 Listed $589,000
Listed
One of a kind, contemporary, bungalow COMPLETELY REMODELED in the heart of Athens. Seller remodeled from the foundation to the roof and has filled the property with an array of hand-selected wood finishes including pine and cherry hardwood. Main house has 1 bed and 1 bath, featuring a sunroom (hook-ups for optional sink) overlooking the front yard and its abundance of fruit trees. Guest house has 2 SEPERATE levels each with a laundry hook-up, kitchenette, and private entrances, with a juliette balcony on the second level! A 12x20 custom-built barn is perfect for storage and easily accessible from both the main and guest house! All three buildings overlook a centralized courtyard with a raised cobblestone garden bed! Throughout the home, you will see beautifully crafted touches of local tilework and metalwork. Located just blocks from the Artisan Urban Farm Sanctuary, Downtown Athens, UGA's North Campus, parks, trails, the Oconee River, and Sanford Stadium, you are a walk away from all the fun! All LG appliances stay. Show today!
Apr 8, 2025 Listed $589,000
Listed
Very Unique, Intown Property, located one block from Downtown Athens, with 2 homes, an Artfully Restored Historic Bunalow, and a 2-story Modern Guest House. Additionally, theres a large storage building/workshop, 4 patios ( one for each structure on property ), a large 3 tall stone raised bed garden area in center of courtyard, a cobblestone walkway, 4 patios, both front and back yards are fenced, and theres a concrete driveway thats approximately 15 x 70. The yard is landscaped with a plethora of fruiting trees: Fig, Peach, Nectarine, Apple, Pear, as well as Blueberry bushes, and a Grape Arbor. Local Artists and Craftsfolk have contributed an array of creative touches throughout the property, inside and out: theres custom decorative metal railing on back porch of main house, a metal sunflower balcony and porch railing on guest house porch and balcony, colorful tile murals in bathroom, sunroom floor, and kitchen backsplash, a variety of wood species on walls, ceilings, floors, and wainscot. The historic primary house has had walls removed to create open floor plan; one enters the front gate into a patio/courtyard, and enters front door into a sunroom wrapped in windows on 3 sides, with tile floor and sunflower mosaic, wood ceiling, and 2 large French doors that open to the whole right side of the house, which has tall ceilings, beautiful wood floors, European style shutter windows that are hinged on sides. At the rear of this large living area sits the kitchen, with new stainless appliances, custom mosaic tile backsplash, and the window over sink overlooks back porch and courtyard. To left of kitchen, another wall was opened up, connecting it to a Great Room with a vaulted natural wood ceiling, walls, floors, huge windows, and an artfully designed, newly built, exposed brick chimney, with stone accents. In the center of the house theres a 2 room wood and tile bathroom, which features a colorful tile mosaic in the shower, and a transom over shower provides natural light. This bathroom connects to the primary BR, the great room, and kitchen. One of the 2 rooms in this bath could be converted into a 2nd or half bath, or possibly a pantry for kitchen. Returning to Great room, it opens to a back porch with custom metal railing, and sits up high above courtyard, a beautiful area. From the courtyard, one can exit a wooden privacy gate to access guest house. Upstairs has a studio apartment with a porch and balcony; the interior is entirely open, all wood floors, walls, and vaulted ceiling, theres a small, functional kitchen and a full bath with tile floors and shower. A unique 2 piece barn door with colored glass panes opens to them balcony, which has more of them sunflower metal railing. On the primary level, accessed independently from upstairs, it too is one big room with its own full bath and w/d. It provides an excellent flex space which has a diversity of potential uses: a guest space, teen suite, home office or art studio, gym space, band practice/music studio, home hair salon, ( use your imagination ). A 3rd structure is a large storage space or workshop. This Artisan Urban Farm Sanctuary is just blocks from, not only the heart of Downtown, and the UGA Arches/North Campus, but also the Civic Center, multiple Parks, the Oconee River, Trail Creek, the Greenway and Firefly Trails, Sanford Stadium, and a vibrant and eclectic array of live entertainment, an internationally recognized music/arts scene, and diverse culinary offerings, along with local breweries/pubs. Finding such a unique, arts-centric, property, especially this close to Downtown is a rarity. Location, Location, Location.
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Parking Details
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 3
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Master On Main Level
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Other, Tile
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Other
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1600
Square Footage Source: $0
Property Condition: Resale
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1945
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Other, Wood Siding
Patio and Porch Features: Porch, Screened
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Area: 10018.8
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.23
Lot Size Square Feet: 10018.8
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Annual Amount: $1,754
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Electric, Window Unit(s)
Heating Type: Electric
Sewer : Public Sewer
Location Details
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: None
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 178 1st Street built and last sold?
The property at 178 1st Street was built in and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 178 1st Street is $544,964.
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