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#10562174, Paul Thaxton, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
$465,000 List price
1290 Skipstone Dr Watkinsville, GA 30677
5 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,551 sqft
1.1 acres
$182 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1290 Skipstone Dr
Motivated Seller!! Located just a short distance from the peaceful Oconee river and tucked away at the end of Skipstone Drive awaits this 5 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, beautifully maintained home offering you the location and privacy you desire! You will instantly feel at home when you are greeted with the cozy fireplace and an open floor plan that provides ample space for hosting dinners and entertaining family and friends. Make your way through the dining area and out the sliding glass door onto a spacious deck for your evening BBQ and sunset relaxation. The main level features the master suite, complete with an en-suite, a walk-in closet, tiled shower/tub, and a private toilet room. A laundry room with a utility sink adds convenience, while a half-bath on this level ensures guests are well accommodated. Upstairs, you will find four additional bedrooms and a perfectly situated full jack and jill bathroom. Additionally, there’s a walk-in storage closet and a bonus/media room that promises to be the heart of the home for movie and game nights and creating lasting memories. The extra-wide two-car garage offers plenty of room for vehicles and storage, and the grand front porch is the ideal spot to sip your morning coffee. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, there’s community access to the river, and the home is just 4 miles from Wire Park and downtown Watkinsville, with Athens Clarke County only a short drive away. Situated in one of the top ranked school districts in Georgia, this home offers the perfect combination of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Welcome home!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size2,551 sqft
Lot size1.09 Acres
Year built1996
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener
MLS #CM1022600
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room, Wood Burning
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Range
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Exterior: Deck, Porch
- Heating: Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $465,000
- Price/SqFt: $182
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,960
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Level, Sloped
- Directions: From downtown Watkinsville N Main St.- Turn left onto S Barnett Shoals Rd and follow for 4.4 miles. Turn left onto Skipstone Drive and follow .6 miles. Home is the last house on the left.
- Year Built: 1996
- Living Area: 2,551 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.09 Acres
- MLS Number: CM1022600
- MLS Name: SAV
- Office Name: White Oak Realty
- Office Phone: (706) 224-3544
- Office Email: whiteoakrealty1@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Nichole Knight
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $118,908 | $1,960 |
| 2022 | $106,357 | $2,238 |
| 2021 | $98,058 | $2,223 |
| 2020 | $94,821 | $2,223 |
| 2019 | $88,448 | $2,004 |
| 2018 | $84,791 | $1,960 |
| 2017 | $78,855 | $1,820 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Barnett Shoals Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.6 mi
•3220 Barnett Shoals Rd
2
Whit Davis Road Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.7 mi
•1450 Whit Davis Rd
2
Gaines Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.5 mi
•900 Gaines School Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $117,227. The most common annual income of people living in Watkinsville, GA is between $100k-200k. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
12%
<35k
28%
35k-100k
46%
100k-200k
14%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
14%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
44%
Married, No Kids
37%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Kmart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
News/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1290 Skipstone Dr
The listing price of 1290 Skipstone Dr property is $465,000.
The property 1290 Skipstone Dr is a house located in Watkinsville, Georgia, 30677.
Active Listing: 1290 Skipstone Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1290 Skipstone Dr are: Barnett Shoals Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Whit Davis Road Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Gaines Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hilsman Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Oconee County Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Clarke Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cedar Shoals High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Clarke Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Oconee County High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,960 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1290 Skipstone Dr has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1290 Skipstone Dr is 2,551 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1290 Skipstone Dr is 1996.
This home is located at 1290 Skipstone Dr in Watkinsville, GA and zip code 30677. This 2,551 square foot home, which was built in 1996, sits on a 1.09 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 25, 2024 and is currently priced at $465,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Watkinsville, GA there were more than 13 sold above asking price, over 35 sold below and more than 12 were sold right at the asked price. In June 2025 in Watkinsville, GA there were 0.5% more homes for sale than in May. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 65 days, the median list price was $540,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.