SOLD MAY 28, 2026

Sold on may 2026

$450,000

•

1,200

sq ft

178 Childs St, Athens, GA 30601

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About this home

Located in the heart of Athens, this charming 2BR 1BA 1989 home sits on one of the larger lots on Childs Street and offers endless potential with its original character and features still intact. The spacious backyard is truly a standout. Filled with mature trees, blooming flowers, and established plants that create a peaceful outdoor retreat. With plenty of room for kids to play, pets to roam, and space to garden or entertain, the fully fenced yard offers both privacy and functionality. There's a screened breeze-way leading from the house to garage, 2 car garage, storage shed and wood shed. What makes this property especially unique is its unbeatable location. Just minutes from some of Athens' most vibrant and sought-after areas, you'll enjoy quick access to Normaltown, Downtown Athens, Chase Street, and Boulevard. All known for their local restaurants, coffee shops, music, art, and energetic community atmosphere. Whether you're looking for convenience, charm, or an opportunity to make a home your own, this property offers the perfect blend of location and outdoor space in one of Athens' most sought after areas. Newer HVAC, roof 4 years old.

Single-familyProperty Type

1989Year Built

0.4 acresLot Size

$375Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Tonya Minish • Keller Williams Greater Athens

Bought with Tonya Minish • Keller Williams Greater Athens

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•Source:Hive MLS #CL355559

Redfin Estimate

$539,304

$89K since sold in May 2026$21K since September

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This home's estimate is 33.2% higher than the average sale price ($405K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$299,000
A
2 beds1.5 baths1,044 sq ft
800 College Ave, Athens, GA 30601
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$257,000
B
2 beds1 bath1,138 sq ft
190 Conrad Dr, Athens, GA 30601
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$130,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,176 sq ft
330 Augusta Ave, Athens, GA 30601
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$699,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,176 sq ft
100 Prince Ave Unit B308, Athens, GA 30601
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$689,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,160 sq ft
100 Prince St Unit B208, Athens, GA 30601
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$354,900
F
2 beds2 baths1,213 sq ft
381 Ridge Ave, Athens, GA 30601

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Market trends in 30601, GA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.9%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$460K

$135 MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

9 MoM

New listings for sale

$386,000
1 bed1 bath714 sq ft
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$218,900
2 beds2 baths864 sq ft
211 North Ave #1332, Athens, GA 30601
$599,000
3 beds2 baths1,421 sq ft
197 Beulah Ave, Athens, GA 30601
$500,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,410 sq ft
279 Yonah Ave, Athens, GA 30601
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$69,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
1495 U.S. 29, Athens, GA 30601
$1,100,000
2 beds2 baths1,031 sq ft
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Rental estimate

Est. $1,997 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 178 Childs St

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

GAMLS #10759000

May 28, 2026

Sold

$450,000

$375/sq ft

May 13, 2026

Pending

—

May 6, 2026

Listed

$499,000

$416/sq ft

Hive MLS #CL355559

May 28, 2026

Sold

$450,000

$375/sq ft

May 13, 2026

Pending

—

May 6, 2026

Listed

$499,000

$416/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,234 (+160.8%)

$44,000 + $124,561

$168,561

2025

$2,007 (−1.2%)

$40,000 + $117,355

$157,355

2024

$2,031 (+51.5%)

$40,000 + $106,118

$146,118

2023

$1,341 (−31.0%)

$40,000 + $106,118

$146,118

2022

$1,942 (+5.6%)

$40,000 + $95,822

$135,822

2021

$1,838 (+5.8%)

$40,000 + $78,262

$118,262

2020

$1,736 (+2.9%)

$36,000 + $60,102

$96,102

2019

$1,688 (+2.0%)

$36,000 + $60,102

$96,102

2018

$1,654 (+9.6%)

$36,000 + $55,059

$91,059

2017

$1,510 (+5.9%)

$36,000 + $42,304

$78,304

2016

$1,426 (+3.6%)

$36,000 + $42,304

$78,304

2014

$1,377

$36,000 + $32,812

$68,812

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

75 ft.

Lot depth

251 ft.

Lot size

0.4 Acres

Year renovated

1989

Sq. Ft.

1,200

Year built

1989

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Clarke County

APN

163C4 C011

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator

Room Information
Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Front Porch, Screened
Fencing: Chain Link, Fenced
Roof: Composition

Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block

Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Lot Size : 0.4
Lot Size Area: 0.4
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.4

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,885

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Athens- head north on N Lumpkin Street toward Prince Avenue. Turn left onto Prince Avenue. Continue on Prince Avenue for about 1 mile. Turn left onto Childs Street-178 Childs Street will be on your left.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 1989
County: Clarke County
APN: 163C4 C011

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026

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Listing Information
List AOR: Athens Area Association of REALTORS

Around this home

Schools

Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

7/10

Clarke Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

5/10

Clarke Central High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

5/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

5/10 Wind Factor

23% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Athens, GA • 30601

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

89/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Athens. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.2 hrs

6.3 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$513,000 – $621,000

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Home values near 178 Childs St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
153 Childs Street, Athens, GA - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1022 Sq. Ft.	$434,003
149 Childs Street, Athens, GA - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1064 Sq. Ft.	$424,545

Address	Redfin Estimate
197 Childs Street, Athens, GA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$686,936
173 Childs Street, Athens, GA - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1839 Sq. Ft.	$550,954

Address	Redfin Estimate
147 Childs Street, Athens, GA - Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1412 Sq. Ft.	$459,435
167 Childs Street, Athens, GA - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1839 Sq. Ft.	$496,548

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