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490 Ruth Street, Athens, GA 30601

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4 Beds
2 Baths
- Sq Ft

Beautifully Restored, circa 1908, In-Town Farmhouse, located just blocks from Downtown Athens, UGA's historic North campus, as well as the Oconee River, Miles of River Greenway walk/bike trails, Williams Farm ( an Athens Land Trust managed educational community farm ), 5 Acre Woods, and the Loop. This is an amazingly central and convenient location for experiencing the best of what makes living in Athens unique and special. This rare piece of history dates back to horse drawn carriages, and though it's a straight shot into downtown & campus, this was once considered rural farmland. Though just renovated, the home still conveys its history with charm and artfulness. From the classic wraparound, rocking chair front porch, perfect for socializing or moments of meditation and reflection, one can enter the house through 2 doors. One enters into a huge common living area that spans the width of the home, and features beautiful heart pine flooring, exposed beams, and the exposed original brick of the The fireplace. A 2nd porch door accesses a large master bedroom. Returning to the LR, a central hallway provides access to 3 BRs ( each of which has artfully re-designed ornamental fireplaces, stylish ceiling fans, and heart pine flooring ), and leads to a beautifully designed new kitchen with breakfast nook. The gourmet kitchen features new Shaker-style cabinetry, farmhouse apron sink with commercial faucet, stone countertops, a complete new stainless appliance package, stylish contemporary lighting, and heart pine open shelving and accents. There's a large room off the kitchen, at back of the house, southern exposure, that could either be a sunroom, or a 4th BR. This Interior of this home has an array of delightful details. Several exterior features of note are the newer, classic metal roof, energy-efficient, as well as magical when the rhythmic patter dances upon it. Also, the foundation is granite, with Grapevine mortar; quite lovely. Additionally, there's an abundance of off-street parking, rare for in-town properties, and the sunny backyard is perfect for gardening. If interested, the adjoining property, with a 1/1, very unique, 2-story cottage, 490.5 Baby' Ruth, is also available for purchase jointly, or separately, with the farmhouse. It could make for an ideal guest house, rental or Airb&b to supplement mortgage, or serve as a detached home office, studio space, or He/She Sweet Retreat. More details and photos will soon be available. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of Athens History.

Listing By: Michael Littleton - Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers, LLC gaabor Realty.com
  • MLS# CM977628
  • Date Listed09/24/2020
  • Days on Realty 1980 Days
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths
  • Lot Size 0.27 acres (11,761 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Subdivision North Farm
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Clarke
  • Year Built 1908
  • Water Public

Interior Features

  • Appliances Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Other, Wood
  • Cooling Central Air, Electric, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Central

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof -
  • Lot Size Acres 0.27
  • Lot Size SQFT 11,761.20
  • Lot Features -

Directions

From downtown Athens, take North Avenue. Ruth Street is on the left past The Lodge at Bugg Properties. Home will be on the left.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $1,596
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Howard B. Stroud Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

0.73 mi

Distance

Fowler Drive Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

1.71 mi

Distance

Chase Street Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.35 mi

Distance

Barrow Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

3.57 mi

Distance

Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

3.88 mi

Distance

Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.6 mi

Distance

Alps Road Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.92 mi

Distance

Gaines Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.96 mi

Distance

Whitehead Road Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.07 mi

Distance

Winterville Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.44 mi

Distance

Clarke Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

3.63 mi

Distance

Hilsman Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

4.96 mi

Distance

Coile Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

5.82 mi

Distance

Classic City High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.06 mi

Distance

Clarke Central High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

3.06 mi

Distance

Cedar Shoals High School

Public • 9 - 12

6.24 mi

Distance

Athens Christian School

Private • PK - 12

4.76 mi

Distance

Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School

Private • 09 - 12

7.05 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in GA / 30601

Source: Walkscore

37/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

50/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.

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: 28/100.

Points of Interest near 490 Ruth Street, Athens, GA 30601

Frequently Asked Questions for 490 Ruth Street

Source: Realty.com

490 Ruth Street, Athens, GA 30601 is a Single Family 0 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 24 photos available of this 4 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $331,500. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 24 photos of 490 Ruth Street.

Our records indicate that 490 Ruth Street was built in 1908.

The full address for this home is 490 Ruth Street, Athens, GA 30601.

490 Ruth Street has been listed on Realty.com since Thu September 24, 2020

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 22/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 28/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 490 Ruth Street. Howard B. Stroud Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Clarke Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Clarke Central High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Corcoran Classic Living (tel: 706-559-4520)
Listing agent: Michael Littleton (tel: 706-255-8600) (#CM288000849)

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