Make it the easiest move ever with this gorgeous 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Forest Heights home in the heart of Athens that's just waiting for you as its next owner. This property is well maintained and thoughtfully updated, inside and out. The soaring ceiling in the main living area along with a fully functional wood-burning fireplace and ceiling fan creates a stunning space for relaxing. To the right, you'll find access to a nicely sized covered porch, perfect for morning coffee or enjoying relaxing evenings with new friends in the neighborhood. You'll feel the sense of harmony and efficiency in this home design from the moment you step inside. The beautifully updated kitchen includes new range with convection/self-cleaning oven, dishwasher and microwave. White cupboards, full herringbone tile backsplash and upgraded countertops give this space an elegant feel. A pass through to the main living area and access to a dining area keep it open and airy. Three of the home's bedrooms, including the owner's suite, are located on the main level. The owner's suite includes a trey ceiling, carpeting, ceiling fan, crown moldings, and a walk-in closet. The attached owner's bathroom includes a full bath with separate tub and shower, double vanity, and a vaulted ceiling. The main level also includes bedrooms two and three are also carpeted with ceiling fans. These bedrooms share a full bath with a shower/tub combo. A bonus room over the garage, complete with a half bath, can act as a 4th bedroom, home office, study, or rec room for the family. Movie night, anyone? Additional highlights of this must-see property include a main-level mud room with washer/dryer hook-up, attached 2-bay finished garage with extra-high ceiling, freshly painted porch and deck, hardwood floors in main areas, and a fully fenced, shady backyard with utility shed. You'll enjoy the easy walkability to schools, access to a shared swimming pool, great neighborhood with active Facebook group, park space, and a pet area. Newer roof and Carrier HVAC system. Listing images are digitally staged.
Move-in ready home in desirable Forest Heights! The main level features hardwood floors throughout the living area with high vaulted ceilings in the living room and an updated kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and new tile backsplash. Three of the four bedrooms are located on the main level, including the master bedroom, and all bedrooms have had new carpet in the last 2 years. A fourth bedroom is located over the garage and is also served by a private half bath. Relax on the covered back deck and enjoy the updated landscaping with fescue and beautiful rose bushes in the backyard and sod throughout the front and side yard. A custom built shop is also located in the privacy fenced backyard providing a great space for a workshop or storage.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.39 Acres
Year renovated
2009
Sq. Ft.
1,635
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clarke County
APN
121A2 B012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RS-25
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
Property details
Parking
Garage
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Total: 4
Total Number Of Slips: 0
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Kitchen Level, Parking Pad, Over 1 Space per Unit, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Dual
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Double Vanity, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Master Downstairs
Room Types: Laundry, Bonus Room, Family Room, Great Room, Office
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Press Board
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard, Front Yard, Privacy
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Electric On Property YN: Yes
Structure Type: House
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Security Features: Open Access
Land Information
Vegetation: Grassed, Partially Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 17424
Lot Size Square Feet: 17424
Lot Size Acres: 0.4
Lot Size Source: Agent
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Sloped
Building Information
Year Built: 2004
Building Area Total: 1635
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 121A2 B012
Tax Annual Amount: 3241.44
Tax Year: 2020
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional 95%
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Underground Utilities, Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
Other Expenses
Initiation Fee: 0
HOA Information
No
Association Fee: 0
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: Oglethorpe Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Burney Harris Lyons
High School: Clarke Central
Bus Information
Es Bus Yn: Yes
Ms Bus Yn: Yes
Hs Bus Yn: Yes
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 220 Tara Way, Athens GA 30606
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30606
Country: US
Subdivision Name: Forest Heights
Coordinates: -83.4271456,33.9608074
Directions: Turn onto Oglethorpe Ave, Turn right (if coming from Normaltown), left (if coming from loop) onto Forest Heights Dr, Turn left onto Tara Way. Home will be on your right.
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Public Transport, Walk To Schools, Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,635
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Clarke County
APN: 121A2 B012
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 24
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Owner Will Carry, Owner 2nd
List Price: 350000
Search Price: 355000
Close Price: 355000
Listing Id: 10039743
Original List Price: 350000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2022-04-21
Close Date: 2022-05-27
Listing Contract Date: 2022-04-21
Purchase Contract Date: 2022-04-26
Off Market Date: 2022-04-26
Around this home
Schools
Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
7/10
Clarke Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$399,000 – $483,000
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