Nora Blankson

178 First Street

Athens, GA
$ 550,000 Beds 3 Baths 3 Sq 1,600 Virtual Tour
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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.

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  • Price
  • $ 550,000
  • City
  • Athens
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • Clarke
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.23 Acres
  • Zip
  • 30601
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,600
  • Year Built
  • 1945
  • Taxes
  • $ 1754
  • Style
  • Contemporary
  • MLS#
  • 10600772
Listed By: Michael F Littleton with Corcoran Classic Living;
Data Source: Georgia MLS (GAMLS)

Features

General

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Electric
Cooling Electric,Window Unit(s)
Utilities Cable Available
Roof Composition
Appliances Dishwasher,Refrigerator
Association Fee Includes None
Patio/Porch Features Porch,Screened
Architectural Style Contemporary
Construction Materials Other,Wood Siding
Year Built 1945
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2024
Community Features Marina
County Clarke
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name First and Vine
Garage Y/N false
Other Structures Other
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions From E Broad, turn onto First Street - follow just past Vine, home will be on the Right.
High School Cedar Shoals
City Athens
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 10018.8
Carport Y/N false
Elementary School Stroud
Land Lease Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 1754
Home Warranty Y/N false
Middle/Junior High School Coile
Property Condition Resale
Virtual Tour https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/sav/CL338987
Structure Type House
Building Area Units Square Feet
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Master On Main Level,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Basement Crawl Space
Flooring Hardwood,Other,Tile
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N false
Above Grade Finished Area 1600
Laundry Features Laundry Closet,Other
Total Bedrooms 3
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Main Level Bathrooms 2
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
LivingAreaSource Owner
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Parking Features Off Street
Lot Features Level
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 10018.8
Foundation Details Slab
Building Area Total 1600
Lot Size Acres 0.23
Lot Size Source Public Records

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Mableton, GA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Stroud Elementary School
Middle School Coile Middle School
High School Cedar Shoals High School

Price History

1/8/2026 Listed $579,500
3/27/2026 5% - $550,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 30601

Price
AVG $550K
$550K
Taxes
AVG $3,603
$1,754
Year Built
AVG 1989
1945

Areas That We Cover

178 First Street Athens, GA is a Single Family Home for sale at $550000 with 1600 sqft and a lot size of 0.23 Acres Acre(s). 178 First Street Athens has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1945. The property's zip code is 30601 which is in Athens, GA

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