178 First St

Athens, GA 30601

$579,500
Price
3
Beds
1,600 Sq. Ft.
$362 / Sq. Ft.
1,600
Sq. Ft.
$362
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Melinda Edwards • Brokerage DRE #54781 • Corcoran Classic Living • melinda.edwards@corcoranclassic.com
  2. Listed by Michael Littleton • Brokerage DRE #54781 • Corcoran Classic Living

Property Details for 178 First Street

Architectural Style
Contemporary
Subdivision Name
First and Vine
Waterfront
No
Zoning
RS-5
LISTING UPDATED: 01/06/2026 03:14 PM

Property Details for 178 First Street

StatusActive
MLS #CL338987
Days on Market137
Taxes$1,754 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1945
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,019 SF
CountyClarke County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Classic Living, Melinda Edwards; Corcoran Classic Living, Michael Littleton
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Building Information for 178 First Street

Stories1Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,019 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,971 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,824

Property Taxes

$146

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 178 First Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Country Subdivision: 13059
  • Directions: From E Broad, turn onto First Street - follow just past Vine, home will be on the Right.
  • Latitude: 34
  • Longitude: -83
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 164C3-B-015
  • Tax Legal Description: 3111/431
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Stroud Elementary
  • High School: Cedar Shoals
  • Middle Or Junior School: Coile Middle
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Parking Available
Property
Lot Information
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1600.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Area: 0.23
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10019.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1600.0
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Other, Storage
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Other, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Fencing: Yard Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace, Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Basement: None, Crawl Space
  • Cooling: Electric, Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Masonry, Wood Burning Stove
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Tile
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Wall Furnace
  • Interior Features: Attic, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Permanent Attic Stairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Laundry Features: Other, Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Rooms Total: 0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant

Property History for 178 First Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 26, 2025

Price Change

NCRMLS #CL338987

$579,500—
Sep 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10600772

$579,000—
Sep 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #CL338987

$579,000—
Sep 2, 2025

Withdrawn

GAMLS #10576311

$589,000—
Aug 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10576311

$589,000—
Jul 10, 2025

Expired

GAMLS #10497298

$589,000—
Apr 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10497298

$589,000—
Jun 14, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #422234860

$78,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/26/2025

Price Change

NCRMLS #CL338987

$579,500
09/05/2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10600772

$579,000
09/05/2025

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #CL338987

$579,000
09/02/2025

Withdrawn

GAMLS #10576311

$589,000
08/01/2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10576311

$589,000
07/10/2025

Expired

GAMLS #10497298

$589,000
04/10/2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10497298

$589,000
06/14/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #422234860

$78,000

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Public Records for 178 First Street

Taxable ValueLand$26,000Additions$118,753Total$144,753
Tax Record2025$3,221 ($268 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt963 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt963 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,019 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945Year Renovated2004ZoningRS-5CountyCLARKEAPN16-4-C3 B-015Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 178 First Street

This home is within Clarke County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Coile Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Cedar Shoals High School
Public - 9 to 12
Classic City High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Coile Middle School
Public6 to 8

Cedar Shoals 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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More information about 178 First Street, Athens, GA 30601

178 First Street is a single family home for sale in Athens, GA 30601. This property was listed for sale on September 5, 2025 by Corcoran Classic Living, it's currently listed at $579,500. It has been on the market for a total of 137 days and was last sold on June 14, 2006. This listing's school district is Clarke County School District. Nearby schools include Howard B. Stroud Elementary School, Coile Middle School and Cedar Shoals High School. 178 First Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,600 sqft single family home built in 1945.

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Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Classic Living, Melinda Edwards; Corcoran Classic Living, Michael Littleton

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