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Property Description
Very Unique Intown Property, located 2 blocks from Downtown Athens, with 2 homes, an Artfully Restored Historic Cottage, and a Modern 2-story Guest House with 2 studio apartments, 1 on each level, creating interesting possibilities for a compound, office/studio space, or rental income. Additionally, theres a large storage building/workshop, multiple patios, porches, balcony, a large 3 tall stone raised garden in center of courtyard, a cobblestone walkway, both front and back yards are fenced, and apx 15 x 70' driveway. 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/Artisans have contributed creative touches throughout the property: 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 wide array of wood species and custom woodwork throughout. The historic primary house has undergone major renovation: features a front courtyard, sunroom, open floor-plan, tall ceilings, French doors, beautiful wood floors, European style shutter windows, new stainless appliances, artfully designed tile bath, a Great Room w vaulted wood ceilings & newly built, exposed brick/stone FP; this room opens to back porch which sits privately with a high view of a beautiful courtyard/fenced back yard. The guest house has an upstairs studio apartment with a porch & balcony; the interior is entirely open, all wood floors, walls, and vaulted ceiling. The primary level, accessed independently from upstairs, is one big room with full bath & w/d. It provides an excellent flex space which has a diversity of potential uses: a home office, art studio, gym, band practice/music studio, home hair salon, rental income ( use your imagination ). A 3rd structure is a large storage space or workshop. This Artisan Urban Farm Sanctuary is just blocks from: the heart of Downtown, UGA Arches/North Campus, Civic Center, multiple Parks, Oconee River, Greenway & Firefly Trails, Sanford Stadium, and an internationally recognized music/arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, along with local breweries/pubs. Finding such a one-of-a-kind, arts-centric property, w a diversity of potential uses, especially this close to Downtown is a rarity. Location, Location, Location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 178 First Street
General
- Price: $579,500
- Taxes: $1,754 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GAMLS_Atlanta
- MLS ID: 10600772
- Updated: 11/29/2025
- Added to Site: 133 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Other
- Interior Features: Master On Main Level, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
- Bedrooms-Up1: 1
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Other
Parking
- Parking Features: Off-Street
Location
- County: Clarke
- Driving Directions: From E Broad, turn onto First Street - follow just past Vine, home will be on the Right.
School Information
- Elementary School: Howard B Stroud
- Middle School: Coile
- High School: Cedar Shoals
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Electric, Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Electric
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Public Sewer
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction Status: Resale
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: One
- Living Area: 1,600 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,600 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,600 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1945
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
- Lot Size Range: .23
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Description: Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,754
- Tax Year: 2024
Listing Courtesy of: Corcoran Classic Living
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Schools
Schools serving 178 First Street
School District:Clarke County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School 715 Fourth Street, Athens, GA 30601 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
Coile Middle School 110 Old Elberton Road, Athens, GA 30601 | 6-8 | 4.2 mi |
Cedar Shoals High School 1300 Cedar Shoals Dr, Athens, GA 30605 | 9-12 | 3.3 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 178 First Street
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/26/2025
Price Increased
$579,500
0.09%
MLS
9/05/2025
Listed
$579,000
—
MLS
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 178 First Street
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,221
84%
$144,753
93%
2024
$1,754
55%
$75,195
7%
2023
$1,128
-13%
$70,073
44%
2021
$1,300
-12%
$48,568
-14%
2022
$1,482
14%
$56,446
25%
2021
$1,300
30%
$45,201
14%
2018
$1,002
-9%
$39,503
-7%
2019
$1,107
17%
$42,611
12%
2017
$949
2%
$37,949
2%
2016
$928
5%
$37,344
4%
2015
$883
2%
$35,963
1%
2014
$867
-1%
$35,445
-1%
2013
$878
—
$35,704
—
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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178 First Street, Athens, GA 30601 (MLS# 10600772) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 178 First Street is currently listed for $579,500 and was received on September 05, 2025. Want to learn more about 178 First Street? 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.

