Very Unique Intown Property, located 2 blocks from Downtown Athens, with 2 homes, an Artfully Restored Historic Cottage, and a Modern 2-story Guest House with 2 studio apartments, 1 on each level, creating interesting possibilities for a compound, office/studio space, or rental income. Additionally, theres a large storage building/workshop, multiple patios, porches, balcony, a large 3 tall stone raised garden in center of courtyard, a cobblestone walkway, both front and back yards are fenced, and apx 15 x 70’ driveway. The yard is landscaped with a plethora of fruiting trees: Fig, Peach, Nectarine, Apple, Pear, as well as Blueberry bushes, and a Grape Arbor. Local Artists/Artisans have contributed creative touches throughout the property: custom decorative metal railing on back porch of main house, a metal sunflower balcony and porch railing on guest house porch and balcony, colorful tile murals in bathroom, sunroom floor, and kitchen backsplash, a wide array of wood species and custom woodwork throughout. The historic primary house has undergone major renovation: features a front courtyard, sunroom, open floor-plan, tall ceilings, French doors, beautiful wood floors, European style shutter windows, new stainless appliances, artfully designed tile bath, a Great Room w vaulted wood ceilings & newly built, exposed brick/stone FP; this room opens to back porch which sits privately with a high view of a beautiful courtyard/fenced back yard. The guest house has an upstairs studio apartment with a porch & balcony; the interior is entirely open, all wood floors, walls, and vaulted ceiling. The primary level, accessed independently from upstairs, is one big room with full bath & w/ d. It provides an excellent flex space which has a diversity of potential uses: a home office, art studio, gym, band practice/music studio, home hair salon, rental income ( use your imagination ). A 3rd structure is a large storage space or workshop. This Artisan Urban Farm Sanctuary is just blocks from: the heart of Downtown, UGA Arches/North Campus, Civic Center, multiple Parks, Oconee River, Greenway & Firefly Trails, Sanford Stadium, and an internationally recognized music/arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, along with local breweries/pubs. Finding such a one-of-a-kind, arts-centric property, w a diversity of potential uses, especially this close to Downtown is a rarity. Location, Location, Location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
10,019 sq ftLot Size
$344Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Michael Littleton• Corcoran Classic Living
Listed by Melinda Edwards• Corcoran Classic Living
Very Unique Intown Property, located 2 blocks from Downtown Athens, with 2 homes, an Artfully Restored Historic Cottage, and a Modern 2-story Guest House with 2 studio apartments, 1 on each level, creating interesting possibilities for a compound, office/studio space, or rental income. Additionally, theres a large storage building/workshop, multiple patios, porches, balcony, a large 3 tall stone raised garden in center of courtyard, a cobblestone walkway, both front and back yards are fenced, and apx 15 x 70' driveway. The yard is landscaped with a plethora of fruiting trees: Fig, Peach, Nectarine, Apple, Pear, as well as Blueberry bushes, and a Grape Arbor. Local Artists/Artisans have contributed creative touches throughout the property: custom decorative metal railing on back porch of main house, a metal sunflower balcony and porch railing on guest house porch and balcony, colorful tile murals in bathroom, sunroom floor, and kitchen backsplash, a wide array of wood species and custom woodwork throughout. The historic primary house has undergone major renovation: features a front courtyard, sunroom, open floor-plan, tall ceilings, French doors, beautiful wood floors, European style shutter windows, new stainless appliances, artfully designed tile bath, a Great Room w vaulted wood ceilings & newly built, exposed brick/stone FP; this room opens to back porch which sits privately with a high view of a beautiful courtyard/fenced back yard. The guest house has an upstairs studio apartment with a porch & balcony; the interior is entirely open, all wood floors, walls, and vaulted ceiling. The primary level, accessed independently from upstairs, is one big room with full bath & w/d. It provides an excellent flex space which has a diversity of potential uses: a home office, art studio, gym, band practice/music studio, home hair salon, rental income ( use your imagination ). A 3rd structure is a large storage space or workshop. This Artisan Urban Farm Sanctuary is just blocks from: the heart of Downtown, UGA Arches/North Campus, Civic Center, multiple Parks, Oconee River, Greenway & Firefly Trails, Sanford Stadium, and an internationally recognized music/arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, along with local breweries/pubs. Finding such a one-of-a-kind, arts-centric property, w a diversity of potential uses, especially this close to Downtown is a rarity. Location, Location, Location.
GAMLS #10576311
Sep 2, 2025
Listing Removed
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Jul 28, 2025
Listed
$589,000
$368/sq ft
Hive MLS #CL335428
Sep 2, 2025
Listing Removed
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Jul 28, 2025
Listed
$589,000
$368/sq ft
GAMLS #10497298
Jul 10, 2025
Listing Removed
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Apr 8, 2025
Listed
$589,000
$368/sq ft
Hive MLS #CM1024130
Jul 10, 2025
Listing Removed
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Apr 8, 2025
Listed
$589,000
$368/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 2006
Sold
$78,000
$49/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 21, 2000
Sold
$53,000
$33/sq ft
Hive MLS #CM129779
Aug 1, 2000
Listed
$55,000
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,221 (+83.6%)
$26,000 + $118,753
$144,753
2024
$1,754 (+55.5%)
$26,000 + $49,195
$75,195
2023
$1,128 (−23.9%)
$26,000 + $49,195
$75,195
2022
$1,482 (+14.0%)
$24,000 + $46,073
$70,073
2021
$1,300 (+9.6%)
$18,000 + $38,446
$56,446
2020
$1,186 (+7.1%)
$17,000 + $28,201
$45,201
2019
$1,107 (+10.5%)
$17,000 + $28,201
$45,201
2018
$1,002 (+5.6%)
$17,000 + $25,611
$42,611
2017
$949 (+2.2%)
$17,000 + $20,949
$37,949
2016
$928 (+7.0%)
$17,000 + $20,949
$37,949
2014
$867
$17,000 + $18,445
$35,445
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
65 ft.
Lot depth
144 ft.
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2004
Finished Sq. Ft.
963
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
963
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clarke County
APN
164C3 B015
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RS-5
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the RS district is to stabilize and protect the owner occupied housing characteristics of the district and to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Cemetery
Park & open space
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
25% 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
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
6.2 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 178 First St
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