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About 589 W Lake Dr
589 West Lake Drive may be the most interesting lot in all of Athens ! Located right in the heart of Five Points, where else can you find over two acres with beautiful shoals and serene water flowing on your property ? The property already has a curb cut and a level driveway area along with a very logical home site location overlooking the water. Build your elite Dream Home across the street from some of Athens most famous people and be the house that people drive by and wish they lived in. 589 West Lake Drive is the lot you have been waiting for and there is nothing else like it.
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Summary
- List Price: $429,500
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,087
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: See Remarks
- Directions: West Lake between Fortson and Milledge Circle
- Lot Size: 2.81 Acres
- MLS Number: 1022770
- MLS Name: CLMLS
- Office Name: EXP Realty LLC
- Office Phone: (888) 959-9461
- Listing Agent: Reign Streiter
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2017 | Home Sold | $150,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $34,800 | $1,087 |
| 2022 | $34,800 | $1,110 |
| 2021 | $34,800 | $1,172 |
| 2020 | $34,800 | $1,172 |
| 2018 | $34,800 | $1,181 |
| 2017 | $86,632 | $2,768 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•205 Alps Rd
5
Barrow Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 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. Residents of Athens, GA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
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About 589 W Lake Dr
The listing price of 589 W Lake Dr property is $429,500.
The property 589 W Lake Dr is land located in Athens, Georgia, 30606.
Active Listing: 589 W Lake Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 589 W Lake 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 $1,087 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 23, 2017 for $150,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 589 W Lake Dr is 2.81 acres.
This home is located at 589 W Lake Dr in Athens, GA and zip code 30606. Features: 0 bedroom, 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 9, 2024 and is currently priced at $429,500.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Athens, GA there were more than 15 sold above asking price, over 92 sold below and more than 51 were sold right at the asked price. Between March and April 2025, Athens, GA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 9.1%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $351,711, while the average time on the real estate market was 42 days.