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480 West Lake Drive

Athens, GA 30606
  • $1,050,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 13 Days
  • MLS #: CL350047
UPDATED: 31 min ago
$1,050,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 1.16
    ACRES
  • 3
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 2,735
    SQFT
  • $384
    $/SQFT
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1953
County:
Area:

School Ratings & Info

Description

Located in Five Points, one of Athens most sought-after neighborhoods, this timeless Colonial offers the rare combination of historic charm, thoughtful updates, and exceptional land value, all on over 1.15 acres across two separate lots. Built in 1953 by Mathis Construction company, it was the longtime home of Dorothy 'Dot' Linker. Inside, you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout and carefully curated renovations that honor the home’s original character while providing modern comfort. The main living spaces offer warmth and versatility, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is the heart of the home and features a double oven, brand new gas range and dishwasher and ample counter space. It's open to the dining room that has the original built ins and bay window. Off the kitchen there is a half bath and the owner's suite. The owner's suite has its own laundry closet and the ensuite bathroom was renovated to return to the original style of the bathroom, but there is plenty of room for a double vanity and/or soaking tub. The living room is warm and inviting and features built in book cases, a gas fireplace and access to the screened porch and back deck. Upstairs, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms, including: A private bedroom with its own en-suite bath, two additional bedrooms that share a hall bathroom and a large unfinished attic offering incredible potential. Sitting on an unfinished basement you have room for storage and a drive under two car garage. The screened porch and back deck overlook your very private backyard and are the perfect spot to relax with your coffee in the mornings. The opportunity to have two separate lots with two driveways opens the door to endless possibilities: build an additional residence, guest house, or simply enjoy the rare luxury of acreage in-town. The home also features a new roof and water heater that were replaced in 2026. Opportunities like this are few and far between, all minutes from the best dining, shopping, and UGA's campus.

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480 West Lake Drive Athens, GA 30606

  • Price: $1,050,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 13 Days
  • Updated: 31 min ago
  • MLS #: CL350047
4
Beds
3
Baths
1
½ Baths
1.16
Acres
2,735
SQFT
$384
$/SQFT
1953
Built
County:
Clarke
Area:
Athens
Property Description
Located in Five Points, one of Athens most sought-after neighborhoods, this timeless Colonial offers the rare combination of historic charm, thoughtful updates, and exceptional land value, all on over 1.15 acres across two separate lots. Built in 1953 by Mathis Construction company, it was the longtime home of Dorothy 'Dot' Linker. Inside, you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout and carefully curated renovations that honor the home’s original character while providing modern comfort. The main living spaces offer warmth and versatility, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is the heart of the home and features a double oven, brand new gas range and dishwasher and ample counter space. It's open to the dining room that has the original built ins and bay window. Off the kitchen there is a half bath and the owner's suite. The owner's suite has its own laundry closet and the ensuite bathroom was renovated to return to the original style of the bathroom, but there is plenty of room for a double vanity and/or soaking tub. The living room is warm and inviting and features built in book cases, a gas fireplace and access to the screened porch and back deck. Upstairs, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms, including: A private bedroom with its own en-suite bath, two additional bedrooms that share a hall bathroom and a large unfinished attic offering incredible potential. Sitting on an unfinished basement you have room for storage and a drive under two car garage. The screened porch and back deck overlook your very private backyard and are the perfect spot to relax with your coffee in the mornings. The opportunity to have two separate lots with two driveways opens the door to endless possibilities: build an additional residence, guest house, or simply enjoy the rare luxury of acreage in-town. The home also features a new roof and water heater that were replaced in 2026. Opportunities like this are few and far between, all minutes from the best dining, shopping, and UGA's campus.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Colonial Construction Materials Brick Exterior Features Deck Foundation Details Brick/Mortar Parking Features Underground Patio And Porch Features PorchDeckScreened Roof Composition

Interior Features

Appliances Double OvenDishwasherElectric Water HeaterMicrowaveRangeRefrigerator Attic Features Walk-In Basement Exterior EntryInterior EntryUnfinishedWalk-Out Access Basement YN Yes Below Grade Finished Area 500 Below Grade Finished Area Units Square Feet Common Walls No Common Walls Cooling ElectricHeat Pump Cooling YN Yes Fireplace Features Family RoomGas Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 1 Green Energy Efficient Insulation Heating CentralElectricGas Heating YN Yes Interior Features AtticBuilt-in FeaturesBreakfast AreaEntrance FoyerKitchen IslandMain Level Primary Laundry Features In BasementLaundry Room Main Level Bathrooms 2 Main Level Bedrooms 1 Rooms Total 0

Property Features

Association YN No Garage YN Yes Home Warranty YN No Horse YN No Listing Terms CashConventional Lot Features Back YardGardenOtherPrivate Number Of Pads 2 Occupant Type Vacant Property Attached YN No Property Sub Type Single Family Residence Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence Sewer Provider Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions Standard Utilities Cable Available Water Source Public Waterfront YN No

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[Athens Area Association of Realtors] logoThe data relating to real estate on this web site comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of Hive MLS LLC, and is updated as of 2026-03-13T00:21:31.667. All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) nor Signature Real Estate of Athens shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, or misprints, and shall be held totally harmless from any damages arising from reliance upon these data. © 2026 Hive MLS LLC
 
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