278 Moss Side Dr

Athens, GA 30607

$799,000
Price
5
Beds
6,125 Sq. Ft.
$130 / Sq. Ft.
6,125
Sq. Ft.
$130
per Sq. Ft.
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Active Under Contract
Active Under Contract

Description

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....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.
  1. Listed by Sarah Ellis • Brokerage DRE #54781 • Corcoran Classic Living • sarah.ellis@corcoranclassic.com

Property Details for 278 Moss Side Drive

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Moss Side Sub Sec Iii
Waterfront
No
Zoning
RS-8
LISTING UPDATED: 03/06/2026 01:40 PM

Property Details for 278 Moss Side Drive

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #CL346888
Days on Market4
Taxes$6,836 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1982
Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,555 SF
CountyClarke County
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Location

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Building Information for 278 Moss Side Drive

Stories2Year Built1982Building Size-Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,555 SF

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$4,593 per month

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Principal and Interest

$4,023

Property Taxes

$570

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 278 Moss Side Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Country Subdivision: 13059
  • Directions: Take Prince Avenue and left onto Trinity PL, right onto Moss Side Drive. Home is on the right.
  • Latitude: 34
  • Longitude: -83
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 111A2-A-012
  • Tax Legal Description: SUBD BLK: A ,LOT: 37 ;
  • Tax Lot: 37
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Property
Lot Information
  • Style: Brick 4 Side, Traditional
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6785
  • Lot Size Area: 0.6785
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 29555.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 6125.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
Farm Information
  • Vegetation: Grassed
Property and Assessments
  • Restrictions: Restrictive Covenant
  • Property Attached: No
  • Possession: Closing, Negotiable
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch, Deck, Front Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Basement: Bathroom, Daylight, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Masonry
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Tray Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Sitting Area in Primary, Upper Level Primary
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Rooms Total: 0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant

Property History for 278 Moss Side Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 6, 2026

Active Under Contract

NCRMLS #CL346888

—
Mar 5, 2026

Pending

GAMLS #10701298

—
Mar 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #CL346888

$799,000—
Mar 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10701298

$799,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/06/2026

Active Under Contract

NCRMLS #CL346888

—
03/05/2026

Pending

GAMLS #10701298

—
03/02/2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #CL346888

$799,000
03/02/2026

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10701298

$799,000

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

Public Records for 278 Moss Side Drive

Taxable ValueLand$24,000Additions$320,240Total$344,240
Tax Record2025$6,837 ($570 / month)
Home Facts
Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt6,125 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,125 SqFtStories2Lot Size29,557 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1982Year Renovated2002ZoningRS-8CountyCLARKEAPN11-1-A2 A-012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 278 Moss Side Drive

This home is within Clarke County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Whitehead Road Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Clarke Central High School
Public - 9 to 12
Classic City High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Whitehead Road Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Burney-Harris-Lyons 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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