199 Highland Drive, Athens, GA 30606

$575,000 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
2,004  sqft
Built in 1968

Ever thought of owning your very own botanical garden? Then here it is! Serenity itself and designed by a master gardener, this peaceful perennial filled retreat can literally be found in your own backyard. Yet it is not the only shining star of this home! Step on to the gardenia scented front porch from the beautiful brick walkway and enter this delightful entertainer's dream with chef's kitchen complete with quartz countertops, cooking island with sitting area, gas range, stainless appliances, huge walk in pantry/laundry room and adorable bay window breakfast nook. Enjoy the gorgeous common area for gatherings that flow seamlessly onto the equally incredible open gable vaulted porch that overlooks this idyllic backyard oasis. No detail has been overlooked in this true turnkey home with complete interior renovation in 2021 and boasting engineered hardwood flooring throughout, large airy bedrooms, nicely sized closets and gorgeous hall bath with quartz countertop and newly tiled floor and tub surround. The large owner's bedroom is complete with two closets and fabulous en suite bath with tiled floor and shower, double sink quartz vanity and new frameless shower door. Two secondary bedrooms offer floor length windows and light bright spaces for kiddos and guests. Great office space or kids play zone off of dining area. Heading into the tranquil backyard, don't miss this palette of possibilities awaiting you through the vining arbor as a potential cottage/in law/guest retreat/home office/flex space that already has electricity and water supply, only needs sheetrock and a mini split to be an additional 730 sq. ft. of heated/cooled space, large and open and ready to meet your needs. Kingswood neighborhood has great neighbors and terrific community activities! Timothy Elementary is just a short walk up the street, close to shopping and restaurants. Don't miss this one!


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Bookcases, Double Vanity, Tile Bath
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
Laundry:
Other
Basement:
Crawl Space
Flooring:
Hardwood
A/C:
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating:
true, Central, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Living Room, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1

Exterior

Style:
Brick 4 Side
Parking:
Attached, Carport

Construction

Roofing:
Composition
General:
Brick, One

Location

HOA Amenities:
Maintenance Grounds, 35.0
Originating MLS:
Georgia MLS 2
County:
Clarke

Lot

Zoning:
074C H009

Utilities

Utilities:
Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Electricity on Property
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Georgia MLS 2
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.5 %

This listing courtesy of:
Greater Athens Properties, Robin D. Wise

About Athens, GA

Housing

Number of Units
51,934
Median Home Value
$222,972
Median Rent
$766

60.98% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.79% are vacant.

Commute

Car
64.24%
Public Transportation
2.75%
Walk to Work
4.16%
Work from Home
27.40%
Other
0.43%

The median travel time to work is 15 minutes.

People

Population
127,498
Median Age
32.70
Median Household Size
2.52

Education

High School
18.88%
Associate’s Degree
7.32%
Bachelor’s Degree
23.65%
Graduate Degree
23.06%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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