#10478639, Susan Jones, Listing office: Five Market Realty LLC
490 Mcwhorter Dr Athens, GA 30606
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About 490 Mcwhorter Dr
Welcome to 490 McWhorter Drive in highly coveted Bobbin Mill, a Five Points neighborhood in beautiful Athens, Georgia. This 4 BR 2.5 BA home built in 1940, features original character and charm like oak hardwood floors throughout much of the home, arched doorways, hardware and millwork. Many structural improvements made to the home as well as new paint throughout. Entering the front door to the foyer, sunny formal dining room and kitchen are located left side of home. Right side has formal living room with wood burning fireplace. Adjacent is a large light and bright family room with wet bar, additional fireplace, built-ins and new carpet. Exterior door to side deck and driveway. Kitchen features solid surface countertops, plenty of cabinetry for storage and black and white tile floor. High bar for eating or study. Bright and cheery breakfast room with vistas outside as well as exterior access onto a deck. New windows throughout home. Laundry room with sink, a powder room and interior access to basement also here on main floor. Several other glass doors for easy exterior access as well. Upstairs, spacious primary suite with two large walk-in closets, new carpet, built-ins and bathroom with roomy tiled step-in shower. Upper exterior deck access for commanding views of the property. Three additional light and bright bedrooms with plenty of closest spaces also on the second floor. Full hall bathroom and storage closet. Bathroom retains charming original basket weave floor tile and cast iron tub. Updated vanity and toilet. Basement has plenty of storage areas, professionally encapsulated crawl space and exterior access. Private screened back porch, multi-level decks and under storage by driveway. Lovely patio spaces. Charming pathways, thoughtfully edited tree canopy leads to natural stream. Property is conveniently located just minutes from the Five Points business district, The University Georgia and downtown Athens. Beechwood and Alps Shopping Centers also just a quick drive away.
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- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Other
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Exterior: Deck, Other, Porch
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $955,000
- Price/SqFt: $364
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,229
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Take Milledge Circle to McWhorter Drive. Property is on the corner of McWhorter Drive and Highland Avenue.
- Year Built: 1940
- Living Area: 2,621 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.51 Acres
- MLS Number: CM1024908
- MLS Name: SAV
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
- Office Phone: (706) 543-4000
- Office Email: charlie@upchurchrealty.com
- Listing Agent: Eric Vaughn
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $329,312 | $9,229 |
2022 | $269,625 | $8,282 |
2021 | $234,555 | $7,567 |
2020 | $221,394 | $7,123 |
2018 | $183,664 | $5,895 |
2017 | $172,696 | $5,195 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•205 Alps Rd
5
Barrow Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•100 Pinecrest Dr
7
Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.7 mi
•757 N Chase St
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 $85,985. The majority of Athens, GA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 490 Mcwhorter Dr
The listing price of 490 Mcwhorter Dr property is $955,000.
The property 490 Mcwhorter Dr is a house located in Athens, Georgia, 30606.
Active Listing: 490 Mcwhorter Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 490 Mcwhorter Dr are: Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Barrow Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Clarke Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hilsman Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Oconee County Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Clarke Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cedar Shoals High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $9,229 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 490 Mcwhorter Dr has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 490 Mcwhorter Dr is 2,621 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 490 Mcwhorter Dr is 1940.
This home is located at 490 Mcwhorter Dr in Athens, GA and zip code 30606. This 2,621 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.51 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $955,000.
While more than 22 listings in Athens, GA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 51 listings sold at asking price, and more than 111 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Athens, GA between May and June 2025 decreased by 0.9%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $350,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 41 days.