#10489905, Jennifer Westmoreland, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
6180 Old Jefferson Rd Athens, GA 30607
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About 6180 Old Jefferson Rd
LISTING COMING SOON!! PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS ON THE WAY!! Where do we start? Famed UGA basketball coach, Hugh Durham, lovingly built this home as his personal estate in 1979. The current owner, only the third, painstakingly restored this southern belle to her former glory and it is SIMPLY BREATHTAKING! Located on almost 4 acres and nestled among other estates on large acreage tracts, enter the property off Old Jefferson Rd via a long winding driveway. There is also access along Walton Creek Rd. With AR zoning and no HOA affiliation, it is permissible for a few horses and stables. A circular driveway provides a grand entrance and plenty of parking for guests in addition to the side-entry two-car garage. As a nod to the original owner & UGA, you'll enter the home 'tween the hedges You can't help but notice the opulent landscaping which is fed automatically with a series of sprinklers (all well-fed). But just wait...there's so much more. A wide brick walkway leads you to the double balconied facade into the welcoming grand foyer. Inside, you are welcomed straight into the pages of Southern Living. Wide heart of pine plank flooring gleam and deep custom molding run throughout the home. Formal dining and living rooms flank the foyer. Thoughtful flow leads your guests to the massive great room with a large wood-burning fireplace and deep wood wainscotting. A large wetbar with granite counters, sink, custom built-ins, and refrigerator nook sits adjacent with a serving window. Tucked quietly beyond, is the 1st of two main-level powder rooms. Accessible through the great room, foyer, and dining room, is the kitchen. Brick flooring and accents, high-end appliances marble countertops, and custom built-ins make it a true chef's dream. Beyond, is the 2nd half-bath and large mudroom/laundry room - again with tons of custom built-ins. A wide rear deck runs the length of the home, overlooking the inground pool and gardens...but we'll get to that later. Upstairs, is the owner's suite with more storage and closets, that you'll need to go shopping to fill them. The bath is a spa-like oasis boasting a steam shower, deep soaking tub, and more custom built-ins. Two additional bedrooms and baths round out the second floor which also has those lovely heart pine floors and deep custom built-ins. The upstairs balcony is accessible from either the owner's suite or the front secondary bedroom - a wonderful place to enjoy your first cup of coffee. On the 3rd level, is a giant suite with sitting area, bedroom, and ensuite bath. Back downstairs to the terrace level, you'll find an unbelievable in-law suite. A gourmet kitchen, walk-in pantry, second laundry room, bedroom, bathroom, stone fireplace with gas starter, huge living room and sunroom area - this is a whole house itself. Per owner, this space is approximately 1500 sf. Large windows and French doors open to the massive patio and pool area. Outside, the owner's green thumb and decorating expertise continues to show. You'll appreciate the vignettes and outside "rooms". A large Martha Stewart garden shows off roses, peonies, fruit trees, raised veggie gardens all protected by deer fencing. Words and pictures just don't do it justice. The landscaping spinklers and pool are fed by well water. Timers and strategically placed water faucet wheels make maintaining the grounds easy for even those of us without green thumbs. Nitty gritty- the home is fed by 4 gas HVAC systems, 3 of which are new with UV light. The fourth one is newer as well. There are 2 gas water heaters - one is new and the other is less than 5 years. All the windows have been replaced by the current owner. All appliances have been replaced. The roof has been recently inspected with the roofer remarking on the quality and hardiness of the materials. Approx, 5,750sf.- this house is beyond solid. This home is remarkable in every way and the owners were reluctant to sell, but a new chapter is calling. Be the one to make this one your next chapter!
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Cooktop, Double Oven, Oven
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Wood, Tile
- Interior: Bookcases, High Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Fireplace: Basement, Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Guest, Garage, Attached, Off Street, Parking Pad, Kitchen Level, Garage Door Opener, Side/Rear Entrance
- Exterior: Balcony, Garden, Sprinkler System, Water Feature
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Natural Gas, Central
- Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned, Dual
- List Price: $1,200,000
- Price/SqFt: $208
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,396
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Private
- Directions: From Atlanta take I85 North to Jefferson exit Take HWY 129 south after entering Clarke Co look (LEFT) for Oak Grove RD take a left, then immediate right on Old Jefferson Rd house will be second on left or use GPS.
- Year Built: 1979
- Living Area: 5,750 SqFt
- Lot Size: 3.92 Acres
- MLS Number: 10543290
- MLS Name: Georgia MLS 2
- Office Name: Greene Real Estate Co.
- Listing Agent: Kim Christopher
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 27, 2020 | Home Sold | $325,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $196,781 | $4,396 |
2022 | $163,217 | $4,658 |
2021 | $157,331 | $3,916 |
2020 | $150,942 | $4,365 |
2018 | $131,736 | $4,132 |
2017 | $128,664 | $4,047 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Whitehead Road Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•555 Quailwood Dr
4
Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.7 mi
•1150 Oglethorpe Ave
7
Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.6 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 $60,974. The most common annual income of people living in Athens, GA is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
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About 6180 Old Jefferson Rd
The listing price of 6180 Old Jefferson Rd property is $1,200,000.
The property 6180 Old Jefferson Rd is a house located in Athens, Georgia, 30607.
Active Listing: 6180 Old Jefferson Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 6180 Old Jefferson Rd are: Whitehead Road Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Clarke Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Malcom Bridge Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Clarke Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cedar Shoals High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,396 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 27, 2020 for $325,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 6180 Old Jefferson Rd has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 6180 Old Jefferson Rd is 5,750 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 6180 Old Jefferson Rd is 1979.
This home is located at 6180 Old Jefferson Rd in Athens, GA and zip code 30607. This 5,750 square foot home, which was built in 1979, sits on a 3.92 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,200,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Athens, GA there were more than 44 sold above asking price, over 105 sold below and more than 55 were sold right at the asked price. In May 2025 in Athens, GA there were 1.9% more homes for sale than in April. Listings spent 36 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $350,185 during the same period.