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490 Ruth St, Athens, GA 30601

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,772 Sq Ft

Beautifully restored home just minutes from downtown Athens and Athens bypass. This home boast charm and character with heart pine floors, wide porches, 12ft ceilings, and ornamental only original fireplaces. Enter the home into a large living area that spans the width of the home, the ceiling is lined with exposed beams, the floor is trimmed with 8inch baseboards, and the original coal burning fireplace adds a warm touch to the room. The master bedroom on the left is flooded with light from the floor to ceiling windows and also another charming fireplace. The master has a private entrance from the porch as well. The second bedroom on the right of the hall is lined with shelving and the closet system installed is optional. The fireplace is rich in color with the original brick and trimmed in pine for accent A full guest bath tucked away at the end of the hall that leads into the kitchen. The eat in kitchen is lined with shaker style cabinetry, smooth surface counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and a farmhouse apron sink. The third bedroom off of the kitchen has a painted fireplace, extra closet storage and access to the full second bathroom. The flex space or fourth bedroom in the back of the home has exterior access and also access to the second full bathroom/laundry combo. Under the home is a large conditioned area for storage and also houses the water heater, hvac, exterior access only. This home has a very warm feeling and has been meticulously cared for. Welcome home.

  • MLS# 10132000
  • Date Listed02/13/2023
  • 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
  • Square Feet 1,772 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $228.56

Interior Features

  • Appliances Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Cooling Electric
  • Heating Central

Exterior / Lot Features

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

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $3,751
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

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Sales & Tax History

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Population & Environment

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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.

Property Change History

Property Heating updated
OtherCentral
Property Interior Features updated
High Ceilings,Master On Main LevelHigh Ceilings, Master Downstairs

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

Frequently Asked Questions for 490 Ruth ST

Source: Realty.com

490 Ruth ST, Athens, GA 30601 is a Single Family 1,772 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 47 photos available of this 4 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $405,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 47 photos of 490 Ruth ST.

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

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

490 Ruth ST has been listed on Realty.com since Mon February 13, 2023

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 ST. 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: Keller Williams Greater Athens (tel: 706-316-2900)
Listing agent: Marlena Bhatia (tel: 706-362-0515) (#BHATIAMARLEN)

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