Recently Renovated, fresh sharp exterior paint and brand new deck on the back of the home! Super cute bungalow in convenient and popular downtown area. Just a stone’s throw from town/UGA/Stadium, this house is perfect for someone who wants to be in the thick of the activity. It has a darling front yard, bordered by a classic hedge and a charming center walk up to the rocking chair front porch-ideal for entertaining and hanging out in the early evening. There is also off-street parking and a HUGE backyard with storage building, back deck and patio. Inside there are 4 generous bedrooms, 2 baths, and an open-concept living space with hardwood floors, stainless appliances, and recessed lighting. Great back yard, off street parking, This one looks great and lives large! Rocking Chair Front Porch and Back Deck Large Shaded Yard Keg Hookup in Living Area Washer/Dryer Included Currently Leased for. $1800/Mon.
Recently Renovated, fresh sharp exterior paint and brand new deck on the back of the home! Super cute bungalow in convenient and popular downtown area. Just a stones throw from town/UGA/Stadium, this house is perfect for someone who wants to be in the thick of the activity. It has a darling front yard, bordered by a classic hedge and a charming center walk up to the rocking chair front porch-ideal for entertaining and hanging out in the early evening. There is also off-street parking and a HUGE backyard with storage building, back deck and patio. Inside there are 4 generous bedrooms, 2 baths, and an open-concept living space with hardwood floors, stainless appliances, and recessed lighting. Great back yard, off street parking, This one looks great and lives large! Rocking Chair Front Porch and Back Deck Large Shaded Yard Keg Hookup in Living Area Washer/Dryer Included Currently Leased for. $1800/Mon.
Hive MLS #CM1008664
Sep 20, 2023
Sold
$347,000
Aug 3, 2023
Listed
$350,000
GAMLS #7372451
Jun 26, 2015
Sold
$131,000
Dec 4, 2014
Listed
$135,000
Hive MLS #CM941602
Dec 4, 2014
Listed
$135,000
GAMLS #7003319
Mar 27, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 26, 2012
Listed
$149,000
Hive MLS #CM929816
Mar 26, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 26, 2012
Listed
$149,000
Hive MLS #CM549749
Dec 31, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jul 22, 2004
Listed
$156,000
Public Records
Aug 17, 2006
Sold
$141,000
Public Records
Nov 19, 1997
Sold
$28,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,906 (+1.8%)
$26,000 + $132,013
$158,013
2025
$4,821 (+11.2%)
$26,000 + $129,276
$155,276
2024
$4,338 (+27.4%)
$26,000 + $112,800
$138,800
2023
$3,405 (+32.3%)
$26,000 + $112,800
$138,800
2022
$2,574 (+19.0%)
$24,000 + $84,945
$108,945
2021
$2,162 (+7.4%)
$18,000 + $62,696
$80,696
2020
$2,014 (+10.2%)
$18,000 + $41,751
$59,751
2019
$1,827 (+1.4%)
$18,000 + $41,751
$59,751
2018
$1,801 (+2.6%)
$14,000 + $39,808
$53,808
2017
$1,755 (−0.8%)
$14,000 + $37,680
$51,680
2016
$1,769 (+17.5%)
$14,000 + $37,680
$51,680
2014
$1,506
$14,000 + $30,250
$44,250
Tax history for 497 Third St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,906 (+1.8%)
$26,000 + $132,013
$158,013
2025
$4,821 (+11.2%)
$26,000 + $129,276
$155,276
2024
$4,338 (+27.4%)
$26,000 + $112,800
$138,800
2023
$3,405 (+32.3%)
$26,000 + $112,800
$138,800
2022
$2,574 (+19.0%)
$24,000 + $84,945
$108,945
2021
$2,162 (+7.4%)
$18,000 + $62,696
$80,696
2020
$2,014 (+10.2%)
$18,000 + $41,751
$59,751
2019
$1,827 (+1.4%)
$18,000 + $41,751
$59,751
2018
$1,801 (+2.6%)
$14,000 + $39,808
$53,808
2017
$1,755 (−0.8%)
$14,000 + $37,680
$51,680
2016
$1,769 (+17.5%)
$14,000 + $37,680
$51,680
2014
$1,506
$14,000 + $30,250
$44,250
*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
—
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
72 ft.
Lot depth
146 ft.
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1994
Sq. Ft.
1,584
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clarke County
APN
164C3 G012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 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
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 4
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Other
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Topography: Sloping
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Sloped
Lot Size : 0.24
Lot Size Area: 0.24
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.24
Zoning: RS-5
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,574
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Stroud Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Coile Middle
High School: Cedar Shoals
Location Information
Directions: From the Arch, Take Broad Street East Continue straight to stay on E Broad St. 0.4 mi Continue straight onto First Street. 0.5 mi Sharp left onto Third Street. Property is on the Right.
Subdivision Name: No Recorded Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,584
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Clarke County
APN: 164C3 G012
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Athens Area Association of REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Coile Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
3/10
Cedar Shoals High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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
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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Athens, GA • 30601
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$384,000 – $465,000
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