178 First Street

178 First Street, Athens, GA 30601

For Sale $589,000
MLS Number 10497298
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
0 Half Baths
Square Footage - 1,600 *estimated
Very Unique Intown Property located one block from Downtown Athens with 2 homes an Artfully Restored Historic Bunalow and a 2 story Modern Guest House Additionally theres a large storage building workshop 4 patios one for each structure on property a large 3 tall stone raised bed garden area in center of courtyard a cobblestone walkway 4 patios both front and back yards are fenced and theres a concrete driveway thats approximately 15 x 70 The yard is landscaped with a plethora of fruiting trees Fig Peach Nectarine Apple Pear as well as Blueberry bushes and a Grape Arbor Local Artists and Craftsfolk have contributed an array of creative touches throughout the property inside and out theres custom decorative metal railing on back porch of main house a metal sunflower balcony and porch railing on guest house porch and balcony colorful tile murals in bathroom sunroom floor and kitchen backsplash a variety of wood species on walls ceilings floors and wainscot The historic primary house has had walls removed to create open floor plan one enters the front gate into a patio courtyard and enters front door into a sunroom wrapped in windows on 3 sides with tile floor and sunflower mosaic wood ceiling and 2 large French doors that open to the whole right side of the house which has tall ceilings beautiful wood floors European style shutter windows that are hinged on sides At the rear of this large living area sits the kitchen with new stainless appliances custom mosaic tile backsplash and the window over sink overlooks back porch and courtyard To left of kitchen another wall was opened up connecting it to a Great Room with a vaulted natural wood ceiling walls floors huge windows and an artfully designed newly built exposed brick chimney with stone accents In the center of the house theres a 2 room wood and tile bathroom which features a colorful tile mosaic in the shower and a transom over shower provides natural light This bathroom connects to the primary BR the great room and kitchen One of the 2 rooms in this bath could be converted into a 2nd or half bath or possibly a pantry for kitchen Returning to Great room it opens to a back porch with custom metal railing and sits up high above courtyard a beautiful area From the courtyard one can exit a wooden privacy gate to access guest house Upstairs has a studio apartment with a porch and balcony the interior is entirely open all wood floors walls and vaulted ceiling theres a small functional kitchen and a full bath with tile floors and shower A unique 2 piece barn door with colored glass panes opens to them balcony which has more of them sunflower metal railing On the primary level accessed independently from upstairs it too is one big room with its own full bath and w d It provides an excellent flex space which has a diversity of potential uses a guest space teen suite home office or art studio gym space band practice music studio home hair salon use your imagination A 3rd structure is a large storage space or workshop This Artisan Urban Farm Sanctuary is just blocks from not only the heart of Downtown and the UGA Arches North Campus but also the Civic Center multiple Parks the Oconee River Trail Creek the Greenway and Firefly Trails Sanford Stadium and a vibrant and eclectic array of live entertainment an internationally recognized music arts scene and diverse culinary offerings along with local breweries pubs Finding such a unique arts centric property especially this close to Downtown is a rarity Location Location Location
County
Clarke
Neighborhood
First And Vine
Year Built
1945
Lot Size
Less than .5 Acres
Taxes
$1,754
High School
Cedar Shoals
Middle School
Coile
Elementary School
Howard B Stroud
Master on Main
Yes
178 First Street - Map & Directions
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From E Broad turn onto First Street follow just past Vine home will be on the Right
Summary of 178 First Street
178 First Street is a 1,600 (*estimated) square foot home with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms located in Athens GA, Clarke County. This property is listed for sale at $589,000 and is currently active and accepting offers.
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