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Price
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7/15/2026
Listed
$775,000
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Property Description
Discover a private woodland retreat just minutes from Five Points, Beechwood Shopping Center, Piedmont Athens Regional, and the University of Georgia. Set on a beautifully wooded lot, this distinctive property offers the rare combination of peaceful surroundings, flexible living space, and an unbeatable in-town location. Inside, nearly 2,900 square feet unfolds with multiple living areas, 5 bedrooms, and 3 full baths designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. A separate guest wing with its own kitchenette provides exceptional flexibility for extended family, long-term guests, a home office, or a private retreat. Expansive windows bring the outdoors in, filling the home with natural light and showcasing the surrounding landscape. The spacious deck overlooks a tranquil koi pond and mature trees, creating a quiet backdrop for entertaining or simply enjoying the beauty of every season. Opportunities to own a home with this level of privacy and versatility this close to the heart of Athens are increasingly rare. Whether youre hosting family, working from home, or simply looking for a property with character and room to grow, 550 Fortson Road delivers a lifestyle thats hard to find-and even harder to leave.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 550 Fortson Rd
General
- Price: $775,000
- Taxes: $4,963 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GAMLS_Atlanta
- MLS ID: 10805848
- Updated: 7/15/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Great Room, Office, Sun Room
- Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Master On Main Level, Pull-Down Attic Stairs, Separate Shower, Split Bedroom Plan, Split Foyer, Tile Bath, Two Story Foyer, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry, Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Main - Full Baths: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Main: 5
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Solid-Surface Counters
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Water Feature
Parking
- Parking Features: Kitchen Level
Location
- County: Clarke
- Driving Directions: From Alps Road, head down West Lake Drive. Take the 2nd Fortson Road entrance on the right. Home will be around the corner on the right.
School Information
- Elementary School: Holston
- Middle School: Clarke
- High School: Clarke Central
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Public Sewer
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
- Construction Status: Resale
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Other
- Stories/Levels: One
- Living Area: 2,892 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 2,892 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,892 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1960
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.685
- Lot Size Range: .685
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Description: None
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,963
- Tax Year: 2025
Listing Courtesy of: Five Market Realty LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 550 Fortson Rd
School District:Clarke County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Alps Road Elementary School 205 Alps Road, Athens, GA 30606 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Clarke Middle School 1235 Baxter Street, Athens, GA 30606 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Clarke Central High School 350 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA 30605 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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550 Fortson Road, Athens, GA 30606 (MLS# 10805848) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 550 Fortson Road is currently listed for $775,000 and was received on July 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 550 Fortson Road? 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.