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$800,000
● House - Off Market

278 Moss Side Drive

Athens, GA 30607
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
4 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
6,125 Ft²
$4,493
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Welcome to 278 Moss Side Drive - a stately and timeless residence in the heart of Athens, GA. Encompassing over 6,100 square feet, this grand home offers exceptional scale, classic architecture, and the opportunity to tailor it to your personal vision.    A circular drive, rocking chair front porch, and commanding columns create an unforgettable first impression. Inside, a dramatic foyer and sweeping staircase are flanked by generous formal living and dining rooms, designed for elegant entertaining. The dining room showcases beautiful built-ins, while the spacious eat-in kitchen features a center island, abundant natural light, and premium appliances including SubZero, Thermador, and double ovens. Expansive pantry space, additional laundry/storage, and a rear staircase enhance functionality.    The main level also offers a warm den with fireplace and bar, screened porch access, and a private study or guest suite with full bath.    Upstairs, the owner's suite is a private retreat complete with a separate study and dual baths. Oversized secondary bedrooms offer large walk-in closets, including a charming hidden bunk room. A finished terrace level provides additional living space with fireplace, billiards room, bedroom, and full bath - ideal for guests or recreation.    Outdoor living is equally impressive with a beautifully manicured, terraced backyard, expansive screened porch, multiple decks, and a covered patio below - creating layered spaces for relaxation and entertaining.    Ideally located near downtown Athens, Prince Avenue, Loop 10, and Athens Country Club, this distinguished property offers privacy, convenience, and enduring appeal.
Unit Size
6,125 Ft²
Days on Market
78 days
Land Size
0.68 acres
Price per sqft
$130
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$570
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1982

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Last updated: 6 months ago (GAMLS #10701298)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
May 19, 2026 Sold
Sold
Mar 7, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Mar 2, 2026 Listed by Corcoran Classic Living $799,000
Listed by Corcoran Classic Living
Mar 26, 2013 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1982
  • Effective Year Built: 2002
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Bedroom Count: 0
  • Bathroom Count: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Partial Bathrooms: 6
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 2
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 3
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Floor Cover: 9
  • Basement Type: 5
  • Basement Area: 1,522
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 506
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 7
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 29,557
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 0
  • Total Building Area: 6,125
  • Building Area: 6,125
  • Building Area Measurement: E

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 8
  • Heated Square Feet: 6,125
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: RES-BV-044
  • Land Acres: 0000000680
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 001
  • Legal Description 1: SUBD BLK: A ,LOT: 37 ;

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Clarke County School District
  • School Tax School District: URBAN SVCS DIST
  • Census Tract: 130400

Zoning

  • Zoning: RS-8

Geography

  • Account Number: 5630
  • Parcel: 11-1-A2 A-012
  • Block: A
  • Lot: 37
  • Municipality: ATHENS
  • Latitude: 33.9765
  • Longitude: -83.418

    Address

  • Full Address: 278 Moss Side Dr
  • Address - House Number: 278
  • Address - Street Name: Moss Side
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: GA
  • City Name: Athens
  • Carrier Code: C047
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2109
  • Zip Code: 30607

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $602,604
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 2

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1399
  • Valuation Date: Nov 29, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 83
  • Final Value: 820,288
  • High Value: 935,047
  • Low Value: 705,528

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $747,903
  • Market Land Value: $60,000
  • Market Improvement Value: $687,903

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $299,161
  • Assessed Land Value: $24,000
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $275,161

    Exemptions

  • Senior Citizen Exemption : Yes
  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Mar 26, 2013
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Mar 26, 2013
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2013-001923
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Mar 22, 1991
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Mar 22, 1991
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 27
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 278 Moss Side Drive built and last sold?
The property at 278 Moss Side Drive was built in 1982 and last sold on Mar 26, 2013 for $447,238.
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