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Property Description
PRICE REDUCED TO $375,000. So much house for the Price! Almost 3,000 square feet plus the downstairs of 945 square feet. 5 bedrooms and 3 baths! Located in West Athens, this brick two story home has so much to offer. Outside there is a very large backyard, all fenced in with a green house toward the back. This could be a gardener's dream. You will you have a double garage, that accesses right into the kitchen, but there is also additional parking to the right of the garage for at least two more cars. The living room features an inviting fireplace and two large windows in front to let in lots of sunshine. The living area opens up to a dining area and the kitchen. This is where you will find the french door leading to the spacious deck and overlooking the backyard. The dining area is large enouch to seat 12 comfortably. The kitchen features lots of cabinets and more bookshelves and storage just around the corner in the hall. There is a nice size laundry room off the hallway as well. The main bedroom is on the first/main floor and has beautiful light coming in. Upstairs you will find 3 additional bedrooms! They are all very spacious, can accomodate 2 queen size beds, and have ample closet space. The downstairs "apartment" could be someone's sanctuary or a place for friends and family to hang out for gatherings. It has it's own kitchen, full sized bath with full sized laundry units. The living area opens onto the kitchen and is great for just lounging around. Off the kitchen is the patio outside. Grill your own burgers on game day or just chill and enjoy the privacy. Come check out this wonderful traditional home - 10 minutes from Downtown Athens and UGA!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 256 Cherokee Ridge
General
- Price: $375,000
- Taxes: $4,538 (24)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GAMLS_Atlanta
- MLS ID: 10585895
- Updated: 1/9/2026
- Added to Site: 194 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Den, Family Room, Laundry
- Interior Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings, Master On Main Level
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Up1: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 1
- Bedrooms-Dn1: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Hall
Parking
- Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Kitchen Level, Off-Street, Parking Pad
Location
- County: Clarke
- Driving Directions: From the Loop exit 18, Atlanta Hwy. Take Atlanta Hwy outside the loop, stay immediately to your right. Turn Right on Huntington Road, then right on Cherokee Ridge. House is on right after crossing Cavalier,
School Information
- Elementary School: Cleveland Road
- Middle School: Burney Harris Lyons
- High School: Clarke Central
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Septic Tank
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Brick 4 Side, Brick/Frame, Traditional
- Construction Status: Resale
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished Bath, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Living Area: 3,795 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 3,795 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,850 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 945 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1983
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.71
- Lot Size Range: .71
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Description: Level, Private
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,538.93
- Tax Year: 24
Listing Courtesy of: Harry Norman Realtors
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Schools
Schools serving 256 Cherokee Ridge
School District:Clarke County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cleveland Road Elementary School 1700 Cleveland Road, Bogart, GA 30622 | PK-5 | 2.9 mi |
Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School 1600 Tallassee Road, Athens, GA 30606 | 6-8 | 2.8 mi |
Clarke Central High School 350 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA 30605 | 9-12 | 4 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 256 Cherokee Ridge
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/06/2026
Price Reduced
$375,000
-3.82%
MLS
9/22/2025
Price Reduced
$389,900
-2.5%
MLS
8/15/2025
Listed
$399,900
79.73%
MLS
2/21/2020
Sold
$222,500
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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 256 Cherokee Ridge
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,746
5%
$152,839
5%
2024
$4,539
63%
$145,246
63%
2023
$2,781
-7%
$89,000
—
2021
$2,999
6%
$89,000
—
2022
$2,839
-5%
$89,000
5%
2021
$2,999
40%
$84,844
35%
2019
$2,135
9%
$62,894
9%
2018
$1,959
7%
$57,691
7%
2017
$1,830
8%
$53,908
8%
2016
$1,687
-1%
$49,696
-1%
2015
$1,707
-1%
$50,197
-1%
2014
$1,732
-5%
$50,869
-5%
2013
$1,818
—
$53,320
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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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256 Cherokee Ridge, Athens, GA 30606 (MLS# 10585895) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 256 Cherokee Ridge is currently listed for $375,000 and was received on August 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 256 Cherokee Ridge? 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.

