550 Fortson Road, Athens, GA 30606

$775,000
5
BD
3
BA
2,892
SqFt

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List Price
$775,000
MLS#
10805848
Status
ACTIVE
Type
Single Family Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Square Footage
2,892
Square Footage Source
Public Records
Lot Size
0.685
Subdivision
Westlake Drive
Basement
Yes

Property Description

Discover a private woodland retreat just minutes from Five Points, Beechwood Shopping Center, Piedmont Athens Regional, and the University of Georgia. Set on a beautifully wooded lot, this distinctive property offers the rare combination of peaceful surroundings, flexible living space, and an unbeatable in-town location. Inside, nearly 2,900 square feet unfolds with multiple living areas, 5 bedrooms, and 3 full baths designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. A separate guest wing with its own kitchenette provides exceptional flexibility for extended family, long-term guests, a home office, or a private retreat. Expansive windows bring the outdoors in, filling the home with natural light and showcasing the surrounding landscape. The spacious deck overlooks a tranquil koi pond and mature trees, creating a quiet backdrop for entertaining or simply enjoying the beauty of every season. Opportunities to own a home with this level of privacy and versatility this close to the heart of Athens are increasingly rare. Whether youre hosting family, working from home, or simply looking for a property with character and room to grow, 550 Fortson Road delivers a lifestyle thats hard to find-and even harder to leave.

Additional Information

Style
Ranch, Traditional
Stories
1 Story
Year Built
1960
Fireplaces
1
Parking
Kitchen Level
Sewer
Public Sewer
Elementary School
Holston
High School
Clarke Central
Acres
0.69
Levels
One

Listing courtesy of Five Market Realty LLC.

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