596 Fortson Rd

Athens, GA 30606

$1,078,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3,985 Sq. Ft.
$271 / Sq. Ft.
3,985
Sq. Ft.
$271
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 11/4/22
Sold 11/4/22
a view of a white house with large windows and a yard with plants and large trees

Description

Upon entering the house you are immersed in the old world charm of this renovated Five Points home. Fortson Road is a quiet street conveniently located near Alps Plaza and right off West Lake. When you enter this expansive and remodeled home you will be enthralled by the large foyer with large cased openings to the formal dining room, keeping room and living room. You will be welcomed by the homes incredible curb appeal including a large circular driveway. This stunning home was totally renovated...Upon entering the house you are immersed in the old world charm of this renovated Five Points home. Fortson Road is a quiet street conveniently located near Alps Plaza and right off West Lake. When you enter this expansive and remodeled home you will be enthralled by the large foyer with large cased openings to the formal dining room, keeping room and living room. You will be welcomed by the homes incredible curb appeal including a large circular driveway. This stunning home was totally renovated in 2019 with an open concept floor plan and the addition of a master suite. There is a designer kitchen with stainless steel high end appliances, large island with space for at least 4 bar stools and marble tiled backsplash throughout. Company will enjoy being a part of the kitchen activities while watching a football games in the keeping room. The natural light from the large windows of this home is beautiful. The kitchen also includes 2 dishwashers and a pellet ice maker in the bar area. The owner added a master suite with hardwood floors and a beautiful marbled bathroom with oversize soaking tub and separate shower, water closet , double vanity, make-up counter, window seat, and lots of storage space. You will have plenty of space for all your clothes in this massive master closet with attic storage as well. There is a "friends entrance" located in this area making it easy for you to bring your groceries and entering the main living spaces. This enters into a brick floor mudroom as well as a large walk in pantry with lots of natural light from a small window. You have a natural flow in this home for entertaining with no dead end rooms, a powder room tucked in a hall between the kitchen and living room, two glass French doors leading out to an oversized back deck on this 1 acre + property. The lovely open staircase takes you to the second floor with 4 large bedrooms, all hardwood floors, a second laundry room, and 3 full bathrooms. Don't forget the basement has a newly epoxy two car garage plus large utility closet with storage space as well. There are two rooms with 2 large closets that have countless uses. This could be a great space for a workout room, playroom, or office. Flooring is currently concrete but the options are endless on choices to make for this great downstairs space. Don't miss this rare opportunity to be in Five Points on one of the most desired streets!
  1. Listed by Laura Wilfong • Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty.

Property Details for 596 Fortson Road

Subdivision
Fivepoints
Style
Brick/Frame, Traditional
Fees Include
None
Parking
Attached, Basement
LISTING CLOSED: 11/04/2022 12:00 AM

Property Details for 596 Fortson Road

StatusSold
MLS #10087202
Days on Market10
Taxes$8,505 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1968
Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF
CountyClarke County
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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty., Laura Wilfong

Sold By Corcoran Classic Living, Rebecca Chisolm

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Building Information for 596 Fortson Road

Stories2Year Built1968Building Size-Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF

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30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,372

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 596 Fortson Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: CLK1
  • Elementary School: Alps Road
  • High School: Clarke Central
  • Middle School: Clarke
  • Amenities: None
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Directions: Westlake Drive turn on Fortson Road and the home will be on the left
  • Lot Description: Level
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 124A4 D004
Parking
  • Parking Total: 8
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • BAF Lower: 0
  • BAF Main: 1
  • BAF Upper: 3
  • BAH Lower: 0
  • BAH Main: 1
  • BAH Upper: 0
  • BR Lower: 0
  • BR Main: 1
  • BR Upper: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Interior: High Ceilings, Master On Main Level
  • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
  • Rooms: Family Room, Foyer, Great Room, Keeping Room, Laundry
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Basement Description: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Other
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Tile
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior Features
  • Roof Type: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Heating Type: Central, Electric
  • Water/Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet
  • Water Source: Public
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Below Grade Finished: 0
  • Below Grade Unfinished: 0
  • Construction: Brick
  • Stories: Two
  • Deed Page: 495
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Deed Book: 4731
Lot Information
  • Waterfront Footage: 0
  • Waterfront Description: 0
  • Above Grade Finished: 3985
Room Information
Room Information
  • Diningroom Features: Separate Room

Property History for 596 Fortson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 3, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1500840778

$1,077,300

+20.0% / yr

Jul 6, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #627955673

$490,000—
Jul 6, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #627955673

$490,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/03/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1500840778

$1,077,300

+20.0% / yr

07/06/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #627955673

$490,000
07/06/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #627955673

$490,000

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

Public Records for 596 Fortson Road

Taxable ValueLand$76,000Additions$455,514Total$531,514
Tax Record2025$16,504 ($1,375 / month)
Home Facts
Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,985 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,985 SqFtStories2Lot Size41,382 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968Year Renovated2005ZoningRS-25CountyCLARKEAPN12-4-A4 D-004Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 596 Fortson Road

This home is within Clarke County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Clarke 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
Bettye Henderson Holston 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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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty., Laura Wilfong

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