2850 Commerce Road – Prime Development Site with High Visibility and Strong Demographics 2850 Commerce Road presents a rare opportunity to secure a highly visible potential commercial site with 502 feet of frontage on US-441/Commerce Road in North Athens, GA. Positioned between Athens and Commerce on one of the region’s primary north–south corridors, this property benefits from significant average daily traffic of vehicles along Commerce Road (US-441) And proximity to Newton Bridge Rd, with projected growth in traffic volumes over the next decade, enhancing exposure for retail, service, mixed-use, or industrial development. The site encompasses 6.15 acres, the site is located within a rapidly expanding retail and residential corridor and presents substantial redevelopment flexibility. Currently zoned Agricultural Residential, the property is well positioned for rezoning, and the owner is willing to work with a highly interested buyer through the rezoning process, creating a compelling opportunity for developers seeking entitlement-ready sites. Potential uses include convenience retail, restaurant with currently limited places to eat this could be your opportunity, mixed-use, RV park, subdivision, or corporate campus development. Existing infrastructure enhancements—three water hookups and a 3,600-square-foot red iron steel building on with 25-foot ceilings making it possible another story with 3,600square feet—positioning the parcel for expedited development. The Athens market area continues to demonstrate solid demographic fundamentals. The Athens-Clarke County population exceeds 128,600 residents, with a broader Athens metropolitan area exceeding 220,000within the regional market area. The area boasts a diverse and growing population, anchored by the University of Georgia and a dynamic local economy with strong workforce participation and education levels. Establish a strong foothold in this dynamic market.
Vacant landProperty Type
6.15 acresLot Size
$203,252Price/Acres
Listed by Erik Peraza• Keller Williams Greater Athens
Directions: From downtown Athens, head west to E. Hancock Ave, turn right, then left onto College Ave. Continue 0.8 miles, turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy, which becomes Commerce Rd. Travel 3.4 miles. 2850 Commerce Rd will be on your right.
Home design
Land (Agriculture)
Utilities
Public water available
No sewer (sewer not available)
Sale and tax history for 2850 Commerce Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GAMLS #10688805
Feb 4, 2026
Listed
$1,250,000
2850 Commerce Road - Prime Development Site with High Visibility and Strong Demographics 2850 Commerce Road presents a rare opportunity to secure a highly visible potential commercial site with 502 feet of frontage on US-441/Commerce Road in North Athens, GA. Positioned between Athens and Commerce on one of the region's primary north-south corridors, this property benefits from significant average daily traffic of vehicles along Commerce Road (US-441) And proximity to Newton Bridge Rd, with projected growth in traffic volumes over the next decade, enhancing exposure for retail, service, mixed-use, or industrial development. The site encompasses 6.15 acres, the site is located within a rapidly expanding retail and residential corridor and presents substantial redevelopment flexibility. Currently zoned Agricultural Residential, the property is well positioned for rezoning, and the owner is willing to work with a highly interested buyer through the rezoning process, creating a compelling opportunity for developers seeking entitlement-ready sites. Potential uses include convenience retail, restaurant with currently limited places to eat this could be your opportunity, mixed-use, RV park, subdivision, or corporate campus development. Existing infrastructure enhancements-three water hookups and a 3,600-square-foot red iron steel building on with 25-foot ceilings making it possible another story with 3,600square feet-positioning the parcel for expedited development. The Athens market area continues to demonstrate solid demographic fundamentals. The Athens-Clarke County population exceeds 128,600 residents, with a broader Athens metropolitan area exceeding 220,000within the regional market area. The area boasts a diverse and growing population, anchored by the University of Georgia and a dynamic local economy with strong workforce participation and education levels. Establish a strong foothold in this dynamic market.
Hive MLS #CL348795
Feb 4, 2026
Listed
$1,250,000
GAMLS #10549740
Dec 23, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jun 18, 2025
Listed
$1,400,000
Hive MLS #CM1027625
Dec 23, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jun 18, 2025
Listed
$1,400,000
Hive MLS #CM987174
Mar 7, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Mar 14, 2022
Listed
$1,350,000
GAMLS #20025725
Mar 7, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Mar 9, 2022
Listed
$1,350,000
Hive MLS #CM984109
Mar 3, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Oct 18, 2021
Listed
$1,200,000
GAMLS #9065107
Mar 3, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Oct 12, 2021
Listed
$1,200,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,210 (−2.7%)
$29,520 + $9,443
$38,963
2024
$1,243 (+11.5%)
$29,520 + $10,264
$39,784
2023
$1,115 (−4.2%)
$29,520 + $10,264
$39,784
2022
$1,165 (−0.9%)
$24,600 + $11,086
$35,686
2021
$1,175 (−2.3%)
$24,600 + $11,906
$36,506
2020
$1,203 (+7.3%)
$22,140 + $13,549
$35,689
2019
$1,121 (−3.0%)
$22,140 + $13,549
$35,689
2018
$1,156 (−3.5%)
$18,450 + $14,575
$33,025
2017
$1,198 (−3.3%)
$18,450 + $16,834
$35,284
2016
$1,239 (−3.6%)
$18,450 + $16,834
$35,284
2014
$1,285
$18,450 + $19,297
$37,747
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.15 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
—
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Other
County
Clarke County
APN
102B 008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
AR
Agricultural Residential District
The purpose of the Agricultural Residential AR district is to maintain an area of rural use and character within Athens-Clarke County, to preserve a working agricultural landscape in these areas to conserve environmentally sensitive resources to stabilize and protect single-family characteristics of the districts and to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life. Application of the zone will ensure that the farming, pasture, and forestry uses and the scenic values associated with these and the single-family residential character of these areas, are protected from incompatible development that could result in the degradation of these values. Clustered housing is permitted and encouraged in the form of conservation subdivisions, leaving large amounts of land in agricultural use and open space. Recreational, institutional and limited commercial uses are also appropriate for these districts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Athens, GA • 30607
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
52
33
62
41
72
48
79
56
80
62
88
69
93
74
87
70
83
66
75
55
68
48
58
38
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
Try the sun simulator tool to see how light moves across the property at different times of day and year.
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 2850 Commerce Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $255,000 and $360,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $255K to $360K.