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257 Hill Street, Athens, GA 30601

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5 Beds
5 Baths
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257 Hill St. is a rarity of a home located in the heart of Cobbham, steps away from the entertainment, shops, and restaurants of downtown Athens and the Prince Ave corridor. Historically known as the "Mell House", this Victorian cottage was built in 1936 and lived in by Edward Baker Mell, a historic figure in Athens, GA. The house has been completely renovated and updated with a large addition and three car garage, completed in 2016 and 2018. The home boasts 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms sitting on a spacious 0.39 acre lot in the middle of everything youd want to enjoy Athens with optimal privacy! Entering the home is a spectacular foyer with original wood detail accenting a new staircase leading to the second floor. The first floor offers a large parlor with ample natural light with an original gas fireplace. The parlor opens to the dining room lined with windows and a second fireplace. On the other side of the large hallway is a bedroom with it's own private bath. The Master bedroom is tucked privately in the back of the house with a large en suite master bathroom with marble flooring, beautiful porcelain bath tub, a double vanity, all glass custom shower and a large walk in closet attached. With the original hardwood floors JUST refinished, along with a full interior and exterior paint in April 2025, you can enjoy high-end renovations with all the charm and historic detail of Cobham, which cannot be replicated. Entering the upstairs from the foyer youll find two large bedrooms and a full bath, perfect for privacy for guests or children! The spacious kitchen offers the Owner a huge marble kitchen island with extra storage and space for barstools for in-kitchen dining. The seamless transition from the original home to the 2018 addition was well designed and thought through with the original office leading straight into the spacious mud-room with custom wallpaper, tile backsplash and natural lighting. Stairs transition from the mudroom to the addition which sits over a 3 car garage such a rarity in Cobbham! Extra living space and home office leads to the 5th bedroom and full bath, lending to a mother in law suite or additional privacy for a guest or teenage suite. The home is situated beautifully on the large lot. From the wraparound front porch you can enjoy game days, town festivities and all the perks of in town living. The covered back porch is spacious and provides an oasis in the heart of downtown, as youre surrounded by a cedar privacy fence and mature trees. The Owners have paid attention to every detail of the home with beautiful wallpaper, sconces throughout, and personalized details, loved by any new family. The home offers a full home water filter, security system, window treatments, custom draperies and light fixtures that will convey with the home. Schedule your private tour by appointment! *Seller is a licensed real estate broker in the state of Georgia.

Listing By: Jill Swope - University Holdings Brokerage, LLC gaabor Realty.com
  • MLS# CM1025307
  • Date Listed04/24/2025
  • Days on Realty 219 Days
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Bathrooms 4 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 0.39 acres (16,988 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Subdivision Cobbham
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Clarke
  • Year Built 1936
  • Water Public

Interior Features

  • Appliances Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Wood
  • Cooling Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Heat Pump

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof -
  • Lot Size Acres 0.39
  • Lot Size SQFT 16,988.40
  • Lot Features Level

Directions

From downtown head west on Prince Ave, take a left on Hill St, house is on your left

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $15,028
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Chase Street Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

0.27 mi

Distance

Barrow Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.07 mi

Distance

Howard B. Stroud Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.41 mi

Distance

Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.8 mi

Distance

Alps Road Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.8 mi

Distance

Fowler Drive Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

3.72 mi

Distance

Gaines Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.88 mi

Distance

Whitehead Road Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.89 mi

Distance

Timothy Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

5.66 mi

Distance

Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

5.85 mi

Distance

Clarke Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

1.51 mi

Distance

Hilsman Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

4.88 mi

Distance

Burney-harris-lyons Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

7.57 mi

Distance

Coile Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

7.78 mi

Distance

Classic City High School

Public • 9 - 12

1.04 mi

Distance

Clarke Central High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

1.04 mi

Distance

Cedar Shoals High School

Public • 9 - 12

6.16 mi

Distance

Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School

Private • 09 - 12

6.09 mi

Distance

Athens Academy

Private • PK - 12

6.11 mi

Distance

Athens Christian School

Private • PK - 12

6.86 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in GA / 30601

Source: Walkscore

88/100

Very Walkable

Walk Score ®

71/100

Very Bikeable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Biking is convenient for most trips.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 22/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 27/100.

Points of Interest near 257 Hill Street, Athens, GA 30601

Frequently Asked Questions for 257 Hill Street

Source: Realty.com

257 Hill Street, Athens, GA 30601 is a Single Family 0 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 35 photos available of this 5 bed, 5 bath house, listed at $1,850,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 35 photos of 257 Hill Street.

Our records indicate that 257 Hill Street was built in 1936.

The full address for this home is 257 Hill Street, Athens, GA 30601.

257 Hill Street has been listed on Realty.com since Thu April 24, 2025

Most errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Biking is convenient for most trips.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 22/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 27/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 257 Hill Street. Chase Street Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Clarke Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Clarke Central High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: University Holdings Brokerage, Llc (tel: 706-305-7785)
Listing agent: Jill Swope (tel: 706-305-7785) (#CM288002243)

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