5656 South Barnett Shoals Road

Closed 3/19/21
Closed 3/19/21
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$425,000
4 beds2,606 sqft
5656 S Barnett Shoals Rd, Athens, GA 30605
Single FamilyProperty Type
8.1 acresLot Size
1986Year Built
$163/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Great 4 sided brick home approx ten min to Watkinsville, sitting on 8+ ac. You will immediately feel the love and joy that went into planting the lovely gardens (flowers and vegetable), clearing the trails and paths for walking and cart riding, building the adorable log cabin, watching the birds and wildlife, and sitting on the sunporch enjoying family and friends. It is difficult to choose another path in life, but this home is ready for another "neat" family to continue with the fun and laughter...Great 4 sided brick home approx ten min to Watkinsville, sitting on 8+ ac. You will immediately feel the love and joy that went into planting the lovely gardens (flowers and vegetable), clearing the trails and paths for walking and cart riding, building the adorable log cabin, watching the birds and wildlife, and sitting on the sunporch enjoying family and friends. It is difficult to choose another path in life, but this home is ready for another "neat" family to continue with the fun and laughter in this special home. This home has 4br (3 on main) 3 full baths (2 on main), lg open living room w/stone fireplace, hdw flw, french doors to sunroom (has heat and air), double attached garage, basement partially finished w/LOTS of storage, workshop, large walk-in closets (one cedar closet), outside entrance to additional storage area. One could easily make basement an in-law suite or teenage suite.... Please call to schedule an appointment to see property. Home is ready for all of your "special touches". Additional acreage may be available for sale (approx 3.4 ac).
  • Listed by: DeRenn Bell Brokerage DRE #63178 • Drake Realty Lake Area, Inc. derenn4@gmail.com
Listing closed: 03/19/2021 04:00 AM • Source: NCRMLS, MLS#: CM979223

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$432,620

Avg days on market

29

Sale-to-list ratio

97.0%

Athens, GA

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Property Information for 5656 South Barnett Shoals Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Clarke County
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Subdivision Name: Green Hills
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Lot Size: 8.10 AC / 352,836 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Country Subdivision: 13059
  • Directions: Go to Watkinsville, turn Left on Barnett Shoals Rd. Drive approx 10 min to location on Left (look for Drake Realty sign) . Use GPS if coming another direction
  • Latitude: 34
  • Longitude: -83
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 262007C
School Information
  • Elementary School: Barnett Shoals
  • High School: Cedar Shoals
  • Middle Or Junior School: Hilsman Middle
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Total: 6.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Range: 5-10 Acres
  • Style: Brick 4 Side, Ranch, Traditional
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2606.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 8.1
  • Lot Size Area: 8.1
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Storage
Farm Information
  • Vegetation: Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities, Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Other
  • Fencing: Yard Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Basement: Bathroom, Full, Unfinished
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Flooring: Brick, Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 2
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room 7
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Information
  • Home Warranty: No

Property History for 5656 South Barnett Shoals Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 19, 2021

Sold

GAMLS #8913492

$425,000—
Mar 19, 2021

Sold

NCRMLS #CM979223

$425,000—
Mar 19, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1455689264

$425,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/19/2021

Sold

GAMLS #8913492

$425,000
03/19/2021

Sold

NCRMLS #CM979223

$425,000
03/19/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1455689264

$425,000

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

Public Records for 5656 South Barnett Shoals Road

Taxable ValueLand$44,460Additions$166,601Total$211,061
Tax Record2025$5,847 ($487 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,902 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,902 SqFtStories1Lot Size254,826 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986Year Renovated2002ZoningARCountyCLARKEAPN26-2- -007-CFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5656 South Barnett Shoals Road

This home is within Clarke County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Barnett Shoals Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Hilsman 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
Barnett Shoals Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hilsman 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 5656 South Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605
$425,000
4
2,606
352,836
5670 South Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605
$425,000
–
–
–
105,415
5640 South Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605
$70,000
–
–
–
148,975
3894 South Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605
$669,300
4
3,800
185,130
5620 South Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605
$560,000
5
5,993
148,975
3950 South Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605
$900,000
–
4,363
1,655,280

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