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490 River Bottom RD, Athens, GA 30606

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5 Beds
4 Baths
3,728 Sq Ft

If you're looking for true traditional luxury with plenty of space and a large private lot, you've found it! Sitting on nearly 2 acres, 490 Riverbottom Road is only a few minute's drive away from shopping, highways and all that the Classic City has to offer. While there are plenty of things to do nearby, you might want to stay home and enjoy the beautiful spaces in the home's updated kitchen, formal living ,dining and family room. The private expansive grounds, and covered outdoor space completes this home. This home was thoughtfully designed to provide dwellers with convenience at every level. Top quality details throughout. Between the large bedrooms upstairs and the main floor, and the full basement, there is no shortage of opportunity to make this space work for you. The basement is large enough to finish into an area for recreation, studio space, or really anything you can imagine. There is 1 room finished. Newly painted interior & exterior. This is a truly iconic home. Hurry and schedule a tour today!

Listing By: gamls Realty.com
  • MLS# 20012349
  • Date Listed01/16/2022
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Bathrooms 3 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 1.67 acres (72,658 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Subdivision River Bottom Plantation
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Clarke
  • Year Built 1988
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 3,728 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $160.92

Interior Features

  • Appliances Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Flooring Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Cooling Electric
  • Heating Natural Gas, Central

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Other
  • Lot Size Acres 1.67
  • Lot Size SQFT 72,658.08
  • Lot Features Level, Private

Directions

From US-78 BUS E: Turn left onto Mitchell Bridge Rd. Take another left onto Auburn Pkwy. Another left onto River Bottom Rd.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $3,400
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Schools near 30606

Explore the local neighborhood highlights and top-rated schools near 30606 in Athens, GA.

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Timothy Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

1.33 mi

Distance

Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.87 mi

Distance

Whitehead Road Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.93 mi

Distance

Alps Road Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

3.83 mi

Distance

Cleveland Road Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.23 mi

Distance

Chase Street Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

5.32 mi

Distance

Barrow Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.24 mi

Distance

Burney-harris-lyons Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

3.96 mi

Distance

Clarke Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

4.45 mi

Distance

Malcom Bridge Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

6.37 mi

Distance

Clarke Central High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

5.28 mi

Distance

Classic City High School

Public • 9 - 12

5.28 mi

Distance

Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School

Private • 09 - 12

3.73 mi

Distance

Athens Academy

Private • PK - 12

6.92 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Date Event Price
03/01/2022 Pending $599,900.00 6.05%
02/22/2022 Sold $565,700.00 5.70%
01/16/2022 Active $599,900.00
Street Address Beds Baths Sold Date List Price
170 Chadds WALK 3 2 Jun 24, 2026 $344,000
140 Breckenridge Lane 5 3 Jun 24, 2026 $350,000
140 Breckenridge LN 5 3 Jun 22, 2026 $350,000
117 Covington PL 3 3 Aug 04, 2026 $349,900
311 summerville Lane 4 4 Jul 07, 2026 $490,500
157 Holly Hills Court 3 2 Jul 07, 2026 $379,000
347 Hampton Park Drive 4 3 Jul 07, 2026 $493,500
116 Laurel Springs Drive 3 3 Jul 07, 2026 $309,900
200 Valleybrook Drive 3 3 Jun 18, 2026 $520,000
190 Kirkwood Drive 4 2 Jul 07, 2026 $280,000

Local Neighborhood Highlights for 30606

Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Athens, GA area.

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in GA / 30606

Source: Walk Score

27/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

0/100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score ®

19/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

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

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 14/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 18/100.

Property Change History

Property Heating updated
Gas Heat → Natural Gas, Central
Property Lot Features updated
Level,Private → Level, Private
Property Interior Features updated

Points of Interest near 490 River Bottom RD, Athens, GA 30606

Frequently Asked Questions for 490 River Bottom RD

Source: Realty.com

490 River Bottom RD, Athens, GA 30606 in River Bottom Plantation, Athens, GA 30606 is a single family listed at $599,900. Highlights include 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,728 sq. ft., built in 1988, 1.67 acre lot, $161 per sq. ft.. Realty.com has 41 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this li...

Realty.com has 41 photos of 490 River Bottom RD.

Our records indicate that 490 River Bottom RD was built in 1988.

The full address for this home is 490 River Bottom RD, Athens, GA 30606.

490 River Bottom RD has been listed on Realty.com since Sun January 16, 2022

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

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 14/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 18/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 490 River Bottom RD. Timothy Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Clarke Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Clarke Central High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

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Listing agent: Mark Streiter (tel: 706-612-1100) (#STREITERREIG)

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