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Property Description
Welcome to 159 Sylvia Circle - a fully renovated Athens cottage offering modern comfort with timeless charm. This beautifully updated 3-bed, 2-bath home features an open-concept layout, original hardwood floors, stylish tile-lined showers, and a spacious laundry room. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof along with fresh interior and exterior paint, all new appliances and an updated kitchen making this home truly move-in ready. Perfectly positioned in the heart of Athens, you'll enjoy walking distance to the new University of Georgia School of Medicine campus and quick access to the main UGA campus, Five Points, and Downtown Athens. Whether youre looking for convenience, character, or a turnkey property, this home checks all the boxes in one of the area's most desirable locations.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 159 Sylvia Cir
General
- Price: $424,000
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GAMLS_Atlanta
- MLS ID: 10650512
- Updated: 1/9/2026
- Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Den
- Interior Features: Master On Main Level, Tile Bath
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Pantry
- Laundry: Other
Parking
- Parking Features: Attached, Off-Street
Location
- County: Clarke
- Driving Directions: Prince Avenue towards downtown- Left onto Slyvia Circle keep to the left. House will be on the right
School Information
- Elementary School: Other
- Middle School: Clarke
- High School: Clarke Central
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Public Sewer
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow/Cottage, Ranch
- Construction Status: Updated/Remodeled
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: One
- Living Area: 1,084 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,084 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,084 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1953
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size Range: .18
- Lot Size Source: Other
- Lot Description: City Lot, Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Year: 2024
Listing Courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 159 Sylvia Cir
School District:Clarke County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Chase Street Elementary School 757 N Chase St, Athens, GA 30601 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Clarke Middle School 1235 Baxter Street, Athens, GA 30606 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Clarke Central High School 350 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA 30605 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 159 Sylvia Cir
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/06/2026
Price Reduced
$424,000
-3.42%
MLS
11/28/2025
Listed
$439,000
133.51%
MLS
8/21/2025
Sold
$188,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 159 Sylvia Cir
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,807
5%
$90,407
5%
2024
$2,681
9%
$85,781
9%
2023
$2,466
31%
$78,915
42%
2021
$1,878
-11%
$55,720
-16%
2022
$2,110
12%
$66,132
37%
2021
$1,878
22%
$48,184
6%
2019
$1,545
11%
$45,505
10%
2018
$1,398
9%
$41,184
9%
2017
$1,285
1%
$37,862
1%
2016
$1,271
5%
$37,433
6%
2015
$1,205
—
$35,433
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2014
$1,203
-3%
$35,329
-3%
2013
$1,238
—
$36,298
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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159 Sylvia Circle, Athens, GA 30601 (MLS# 10650512) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 159 Sylvia Circle is currently listed for $424,000 and was received on November 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 159 Sylvia Circle? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Athens? You can browse all Athens real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

