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Property Description
Surround yourself with the timeless beauty and elegance of this Craftsman cottage perched atop a shady corner lot on Athens' storied Oglethorpe Avenue. This old soul boasts a playful floor plan inviting you and your guests to soak in the heart pine floors, lofty 12' ceilings, period light fixtures, ample natural light and miles of gorgeous trim work. The two generously sized bedrooms flank a central parlor that leads into a bright dining room adjoining a peaceful outdoor deck and firepit via French doors. A cheery kitchen with large terra-cotta floor tiles features a farmhouse sink overlooking mature trees. To each side find hand crafted salvaged pine cabinets and a custom-built kitchen island topped with walnut butcher block. Bring your books and curios for the handsome built-in cabinet in the living room, spark up a fire in the updated gas fireplace, and run a bath in the clawfoot tub surrounded with wainscot atop the pinwheel tile floor. You may never want to leave this haven but one of Athens' most desired neighborhoods awaits! Enjoy the many restaurants, bars and shops of the charming Normaltown commercial district. Chose between two local swimming pools after tennis, pickleball or many other activities at Bishop Park and the Athens YMCA before picking up your local produce and artisan crafts at the Athens Farmers Market. Keep in mind all of these Athens gems are located within 1 mile of this property! As far as value goes, we've got you covered. New tankless water heater, well-maintained HVAC and immediate proximity to the UGA Health Sciences Campus and Piedmont Regional Hospital is a strong selling suit. To top it off, this property grossed well over 7k in just 11 days of rental in 2025 as an owner-occupied short term rental! They just don't build them like this anymore. Let this one-of-a-kind home be your???????????????????????????????????????? Shangri-La!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 905 Oglethorpe Ave
General
- Price: $435,000
- Taxes: $4,562 (2025)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: CL353289
- Updated: 8/8/2026
- Added to Site: 92 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Shopping, Sidewalks, Trails/Paths, Walk to School
Interior
- Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Fireplace
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas, Living Room
- Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Fire Pit
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Front Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street, Parking Available
Location
- County: Clarke
- Subdivision: Normaltown
- Driving Directions: From Normaltown drive down Oglethorpe Ave, home will be on your left across from the fire station. Driveway is located off Brooklyn.
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Other, Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Square Feet: 1,407
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1910
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,019
- Zoning: RS-8
- Fencing (Description): Decorative, Metal, Yard Fenced
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Tax Amount: $4,562
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Homeowner/Owner
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: 5461/544
- Property ID: 121B2-H-015-A
- Lot Number: 4
Listed by Corcoran Classic Living, Etienne DeRocher
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Schools
Schools serving 905 Oglethorpe Ave
School District:Clarke County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Alps Road Elementary School 205 Alps Road, Athens, GA 30606 | PK-5 | 1.2 mi |
Clarke Middle School 1235 Baxter Street, Athens, GA 30606 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
Clarke Central High School 350 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA 30605 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 905 Oglethorpe Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/15/2026
Price Reduced
$435,000
-3.12%
MLS
5/26/2026
Listed
$449,000
8.19%
MLS
2/24/2023
Sold
$415,000
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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 905 Oglethorpe Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,562
1%
$164,680
3%
2024
$4,501
-5%
$160,001
6%
2023
$4,731
29%
$151,397
39%
2021
$3,677
-14%
$109,118
-19%
2022
$4,274
16%
$133,966
45%
2021
$3,677
32%
$92,274
—
2019
$2,779
6%
$91,848
5%
2018
$2,618
—
$87,120
13%
2017
$2,625
—
$77,318
—
2016
$2,630
68%
$77,461
38%
2015
$1,568
-3%
$56,096
-2%
2014
$1,609
-1%
$57,227
-1%
2013
$1,631
—
$57,793
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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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905 Oglethorpe Avenue, Athens, GA 30606 (MLS# CL353289) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 905 Oglethorpe Avenue is currently listed for $435,000 and was received on May 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 905 Oglethorpe Avenue? 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.
