490 1/2 Ruth St

Athens, GA 30601

$131,000
Last Sold Price
1
Bed
392 Sq. Ft.
$334 / Sq. Ft.
392
Sq. Ft.
$334
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 5/5/21
Sold 5/5/21

Description

Unique, In-Town, 1920s 2-Story, 1/1 Cottage, affectionately referred to as, GÇÿBaby Ruth', this sweet abode feels like it may have been built by Keebler Elves, or Robinson Crusoe, with it's treehouse feel. Once the guest house for the authentic 113 year old farmhouse next door, also for sale, these 2 unique structures have been subdivided from a larger parcel, and a driveway added, to eliminate the previously shared driveway. That said, both the farmhouse at 490 Ruth, and the cottage at 490.5, with...Unique, In-Town, 1920s 2-Story, 1/1 Cottage, affectionately referred to as, GÇÿBaby Ruth', this sweet abode feels like it may have been built by Keebler Elves, or Robinson Crusoe, with it's treehouse feel. Once the guest house for the authentic 113 year old farmhouse next door, also for sale, these 2 unique structures have been subdivided from a larger parcel, and a driveway added, to eliminate the previously shared driveway. That said, both the farmhouse at 490 Ruth, and the cottage at 490.5, with it's .33 acre lot, can certainly be purchased as a package, such that this property could continue to be a guest cottage, or a home office, art/studio space, or used for rental income or Airb&b. Independently, this is rare and artful, affordable in-town property, which offers a straight pathway into Downtown, crossing the Oconee River and River Greenway labyrinth of bike/walk trails, and intersects the famous UGA Arches the serve as the entrance to Historic North campus. Additionally, this neighborhood was once primarily farmland, so one can see several authentic historic farmhouses sprinkled in amongst newer construction, on a street lined with ancient oaks, and it's just blocks from 5 Acre Woods, a neighborhood protected green space, and Williams Farm, which is managed by the Athens Land Trust, and serves the Community as an educational farm site. GÇÿBaby RuthGÇÿ, though small, has potential to be expanded, as it sits on a good-sized lot, with a mix of old hardwood trees creating shade, and full sun areas, excellent for gardening. The structure has a newer, energy-smart metal roof, exceptionally thick, beefy wood siding, electrical updates have been made, and has been painted inside & out. Upon entering, the 1st floor is all common living area, including the kitchen, with new Shaker-style cabinetry, counters, sink, & stainless appliances. Additionally, the common area features wood wainscot, an antique mantle, pocket windows, & track lighting. An open staircase leads upstairs to a master suite with original heart pine flooring, wood walls/ceiling, and an abundance of natural light . At the top of the stairs, one can access a balcony overlooking the sunny and private back yard. If one is seeking to embrace a simple lifestyle, or the hard to find Tiny House experience, this may be the perfect space. Or, if needing more space, this unique cottage creates an excellent foundation that one can build additions onto, perhaps economically adding a 2nd, or even a 3rd BR, as time, need, or finances allow. Ultimately, this is a wonderfully central in-town location, convenient to all the things that make living in Athens, a culturally diverse, arts-centric, college community, so special. Two driveways serve this property, one dedicated right in front of the house, and a shared driveway, by Ingress/Egress Easement, along the Western side of the property; 490.5 Ruth does own the land under the shared driveway. See survey.
  1. Listed by Michael Littleton • Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers

Property Details for 490 1/2 Ruth Street

Subdivision
North Farm
Style
Bungalow/Cottage
Exterior
Balcony
Fees Include
None
Parking
Off Street
LISTING CLOSED: 05/05/2021 04:00 AM

Property Details for 490 1/2 Ruth Street

StatusSold
MLS #8911509
Days on Market83
Taxes$661 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,374 SF
CountyClarke County
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Listing Courtesy of Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers, Michael Littleton

Sold By PalmerHouse Properties, Hannah Moore

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Building Information for 490 1/2 Ruth Street

Stories2Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,374 SF

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$708 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$653

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 490 1/2 Ruth Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: CLK1
  • Elementary School: Howard B Stroud
  • High School: Clarke Central
  • Middle School: Clarke
  • Amenities: None
  • Directions: From downtown Athens, take North Avenue. Ruth Street is on the left past The Lodge at Bugg Properties. Home will be on the left.
  • Lot Description: None
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 163B4 A014A
Parking
  • Parking Total: 2
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Total Fireplaces: 0
  • BAF Lower: 0
  • BAF Main: 1
  • BAF Upper: 0
  • BAH Lower: 0
  • BAH Main: 0
  • BAH Upper: 0
  • BR Lower: 0
  • BR Main: 1
  • BR Upper: 0
  • Rooms: Other
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood
Property
Utilities
  • Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Electric, Baseboard
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Below Grade Finished: 0
  • Below Grade Unfinished: 0
  • Construction: Wood Siding
  • Stories: Two
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
Lot Information
  • Waterfront Footage: 0
  • Above Grade Finished: 392

Property History for 490 1/2 Ruth Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 5, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1460865810

$131,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/05/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1460865810

$131,000

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

Public Records for 490 1/2 Ruth Street

Taxable ValueLand$18,000Additions$39,921Total$57,921
Tax Record2025$1,798 ($150 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt392 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt392 SqFtLot Size14,375 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1908Year Renovated2010ZoningRS-8CountyCLARKEAPN16-3-B4 A-014-A

Schools near 490 1/2 Ruth 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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Listing Courtesy of Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers, Michael Littleton

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