159 Sylvia Cir

$439,000
Price
3
Beds
1,084 Sq. Ft.
$405 / Sq. Ft.
1,084
Sq. Ft.
$405
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 159 Sylvia Circle — a fully renovated Athens cottage offering modern comfort with timeless charm. This beautifully updated 3-bed, 2-bath home features an open-concept layout, original hardwood floors, stylish tile-lined showers, and a spacious laundry room. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof along with fresh interior and exterior paint, all new appliances and an updated kitchen making this home truly move-in ready. Perfectly positioned in the heart of Athens, you’ll enjoy walking...Welcome to 159 Sylvia Circle — a fully renovated Athens cottage offering modern comfort with timeless charm. This beautifully updated 3-bed, 2-bath home features an open-concept layout, original hardwood floors, stylish tile-lined showers, and a spacious laundry room. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof along with fresh interior and exterior paint, all new appliances and an updated kitchen making this home truly move-in ready. Perfectly positioned in the heart of Athens, you’ll enjoy walking distance to the new University of Georgia School of Medicine campus and quick access to the main UGA campus, Five Points, and Downtown Athens. Whether you're looking for convenience, character, or a turnkey property, this home checks all the boxes in one of the area’s most desirable locations.
  1. Listed by Paul Thaxton • Brokerage DRE #6935 • Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty • paul@thaxtonteam.com
  2. Listed by JW Thaxton • Brokerage DRE #6935 • Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty

Property Details for 159 Sylvia Circle

Architectural Style
Bungalow, Ranch
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/20/2025 03:08 PM

Property Details for 159 Sylvia Circle

StatusActive
MLS #CL344494
Days on Market28
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,841 SF
CountyClarke County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty, Paul Thaxton; Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty, JW Thaxton
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Building Information for 159 Sylvia Circle

Stories1Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,841 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,403 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,169

Property Taxes

$234

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 159 Sylvia Circle

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Country Subdivision: 13059
  • Directions: Prince Avenue towards downtown- Left onto Slyvia Circle keep to the left. House will be on the right
  • Latitude: 34
  • Longitude: -83
  • Road Frontage Type: Public Road
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 114C2 B013
  • Tax Legal Description: 5739 1
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Attached
Property
Lot Information
  • Style: Bungalow/Cottage, Ranch
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Area: 0.18
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7841.0
  • Lot Features: City Lot
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1084.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Other, Stone
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Rooms Total: 0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant

Property History for 159 Sylvia Circle

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10650512

$439,000
Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #CL344494

$439,000
Aug 21, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1912012326

$188,000
Aug 19, 2025

Withdrawn

GAMLS #10572148

$259,000
Aug 19, 2025

Withdrawn

FMLS #7622138

$259,000
Jul 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10572148

$259,000
Jul 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

FMLS #7622138

$259,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10650512

$439,000
11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #CL344494

$439,000
08/21/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1912012326

$188,000
08/19/2025

Withdrawn

GAMLS #10572148

$259,000
08/19/2025

Withdrawn

FMLS #7622138

$259,000
07/25/2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10572148

$259,000
07/25/2025

Listed (Active)

FMLS #7622138

$259,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 159 Sylvia Circle

Taxable ValueLand$32,000Additions$58,407Total$90,407
Tax Record2025$2,807 ($234 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,084 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,084 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,660 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957Year Renovated1984ZoningRS-8CountyCLARKEAPN11-4-C2 B-013

Schools near 159 Sylvia Circle

This home is within Clarke County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Chase Street Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Clarke Middle School
Public6 to 8

Clarke Central High School
Public9 to 12

Classic City High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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159 Sylvia Circle is a single family home for sale in Athens, GA 30601. This property was listed for sale on November 28, 2025 by Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty, it's currently listed at $439,000. It has been on the market for a total of 28 days and was last sold on August 21, 2025. This listing's school district is Clarke County School District. Nearby schools include Chase Street Elementary School, Clarke Middle School and Clarke Central High School. 159 Sylvia Circle is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,084 sqft single family home built in 1953.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty, Paul Thaxton; Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty, JW Thaxton

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