163 Mell Street

163 Mell Street

Athens, GA 30605

$969,213
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3
Baths
4,632 Sq. Ft.
$209 / Sq. Ft.
4,632
Sq. Ft.
$209
per Sq. Ft.

Sold 9/21/22

Sold 9/21/22

a front view of a house with a garden

Description

163 Mell Street is here with a new real estate company, new pricing and updates that will appeal to the serious Five Points/University home buyer. This 1912 Historic Mell street house was the second home built on the newly created Street, once property of the Mell family. Esteemed architect, Fred Orr, was commissioned to design this home. So close to Five Points that you can walk to Jittery Joe's in the morning, then lunch at Add Drugs for one of the finest burgers in Athens, then stop into Hodgson's...163 Mell Street is here with a new real estate company, new pricing and updates that will appeal to the serious Five Points/University home buyer. This 1912 Historic Mell street house was the second home built on the newly created Street, once property of the Mell family. Esteemed architect, Fred Orr, was commissioned to design this home. So close to Five Points that you can walk to Jittery Joe's in the morning, then lunch at Add Drugs for one of the finest burgers in Athens, then stop into Hodgson's Pharmacy for the best deal on an ice cream cone and make it back home before it starts to melt - and you will still be way short on your steps for the day. If you enjoy the sounds of Athens, whether it be hoot of the local owl family the neighborhood has come to know, or the roars of Sanford Stadium's fans cheering on the NCAA National Champion Georgia Bulldogs football team, then this location is for you. Enjoy all of your senses living in the middle of one of the nation's top college towns. Fred Orr understood natural lighting as well as privacy as he designed the rooms, from the high window placement in the large dining room, the upstairs windows in the bedrooms, to the well-lit kitchen, the occupants have privacy in their own home and have no need to switch on lights in every room as they flow through the house. This house has five fireplaces, and the one in the entrance room has functioning gas logs. The fireplace tile design that Fred Orr is well known for is a center piece for those rooms, but doesn't dominate. Your furniture will remain the main attraction enhanced by the fireplaces, windows, heart pine floors and high ceilings. If there is such thing as "enormous modesty" Fred Orr pulled it off here. The majority of the 4620 square feet are on the main floor, making this an easy house to live in. The addition to the rear of the home continued that appropriateness by keeping modest and not overwhelming the historic portion of the house. Like many historic homes, it was not uncommon for residents to add space to accommodate a small family business. A dance studio with oak flooring was added in the early '70's. This wide-open space was converted into a master suite with a walk-in closet with dark wood shelving, and a large bathroom. And there is still more living and storage space in the addition with one of these rooms being the perfect home office or art/music studio. ? Normally only found in new homes, this "Flex-Space" is a rare modern-day bonus in a historic house. The kitchen has been updated with beautiful custom wood cabinets and a pantry plus granite counter tops and bright easy to clean splash tiles. There is even a butler's pantry, wine & beverage room or play room for children between the kitchen and the dining room. There are two bedrooms on the main floor and two large bedrooms upstairs which include a bathroom and kitchenette for convenience. Don't overlook the updated HVAC, plumbing and electric. The original downstairs cast iron (rounded corner tub) was designed by Kohler in 1910. When saying "hi" to your neighbors and watching friends and students pass by as you enjoy the air and sounds of Five Points on the wrap-around front and side porch isn't your vibe for the moment, then step outside the kitchen and enjoy your outdoor time on the rear deck while grilling and listening to the owls. The side yard offers a sizable flat lawn for family fun & games or a sunny garden, and is also host to two 100+ year old massive Tea Olive bushes/trees that twice a year fill the neighborhood with its pleasing fragrance. And yes, behind it in fine sight of the house, that is a massive Snowball bush that is the size of a tree as well. You can't just plant something like these and see it grow this large in one lifetime. This home and its sky-blue exterior cedar siding brings a part of heaven down to earth, which is why the seller calls it - "My Blue Heaven". Come visit. Horse & buggy or golf carts are welcome.
  1. Listed by Daniel Peiken • Five Market Realty LLC
  2. Listed by Alex Sams • Five Market Realty LLC

Property Details for 163 Mell Street

Subdivision
Fivepoints
Style
A-frame, Craftsman
Fees Include
None
Parking
Kitchen Level, Off Street

Location

Listing Courtesy of Five Market Realty LLC, Daniel Peiken; Five Market Realty LLC, Alex Sams

Sold By Five Market Realty LLC, Alex Sams

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LISTING UPDATED: 09/21/2022 01:11 PM

Property Details for 163 Mell Street

StatusSold
MLS #20051851
Days on Market81
Taxes$9,622 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1912
Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,086 SF
CountyClarke County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Five Market Realty LLC, Daniel Peiken; Five Market Realty LLC, Alex Sams

Sold By Five Market Realty LLC, Alex Sams

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Building Information for 163 Mell Street

Stories1Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,086 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,091 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,289

Property Taxes

$802

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 163 Mell Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: CLK1
  • Elementary School: Barrow
  • High School: Clarke Central
  • Middle School: Clarke
  • Amenities: Sidewalks, Walk To Public Transit, Walk To Schools, Walk To Shopping
  • Directions: From the University of Georgia on Lumpkin go to Fivepoints. Take a Right on Milledge Avenue and go First Right on Rutherford, First Left on Mell, House is on the Right.
  • Lot Description: Level
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 173A1 C006
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Total Fireplaces: 5
  • BAF Lower: 0
  • BAF Main: 2
  • BAF Upper: 1
  • BAH Lower: 0
  • BAH Main: 0
  • BAH Upper: 0
  • BR Lower: 0
  • BR Main: 2
  • BR Upper: 2
  • Interior: High Ceilings, Double Vanity, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Master On Main Level
  • Rooms: Foyer, Laundry, Den, Family Room, Library, Other, Office
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, Other
  • Basement Description: Dirt Floor, Interior Entry
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Exterior Features
  • Roof Type: Composition
Property
Utilities
  • Cooling: Electric, Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Heat Pump
  • Water/Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Below Grade Finished: 0
  • Construction: Other, Wood Siding
  • Stories: One and One Half
  • Deed Page: 460
  • Plat Page: 204
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Deed Book: 1563
  • Plat Book: 23
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished: 4632

Property History for 163 Mell Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 163 Mell Street

Taxable ValueLand$50,600Additions$373,733Total$424,333
Tax Record2023$12,115 ($1,010 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt4,632 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,632 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,780 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1912Year Renovated1987ZoningRS-8CountyCLARKEAPN17-3-A1 C-006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 163 Mell Street

This home is within Clarke County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Barrow 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
Barrow 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 Five Market Realty LLC, Daniel Peiken; Five Market Realty LLC, Alex Sams

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