Homes for sale - 139 Lake Forest DR, Athens, GA 30607

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Listed by Clickit Realty

$ 625,000

Est. payment | -/mo

5 Beds

4 Baths

4,471 SqFt

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$ 625,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save

5 Beds

4 Baths

4,471 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,471 sqft

Price per Sqft $139

Subdivision Rivercliff

MLS Listing ID 1025740

Style A-Frame,Craftsman,Traditional

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

HOA Fees $30/mo

HOA Y/N Yes

Year Built 1976

Annual Tax Amount $4,957

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 0.496 Acres

Acres 0.4962

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Welcome to 139 Lake Forest Dr. Your Private Retreat in the Heart of Athens Nestled in the highly sought-after Lake Forest neighborhood, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect balance of Southern charm, modern updates, and unbeatable location. Situated on a desirable corner lot with mature landscaping and a two-level fenced backyard, this property is a true sanctuary just minutes from downtown Athens, UGA, and the new medical campus. Step inside to an expansive, light-filled layout featuring hardwood and tile floors in the main living areas, brand-new carpet in the bedrooms, and fresh new interior and exterior paint throughout. The heart of the home boasts a spacious living area with a cozy fireplace, a gourmet kitchen, walk-in pantry, and NEW stainless steel appliances including a wine cooler plus a sunny breakfast nook overlooking the serene backyard. The main level includes four generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with tray ceilings, walk-in closet, and a large spacious shower. Upstairs, you'll find a private suite with an oversized bathroom, sitting area, and bedroom ideal for teens, guests, or a home office. Enjoy year-round comfort with four new HVAC systems installed in the past year (over $30K in upgrades!) and relax in the tile-floored sunroom flooded with natural light from skylights and picture windows. A formal dining room, dedicated laundry area, two-car garage, and circular drive round out the home's thoughtful layout. Community amenities are abundant: explore wooded nature trails, a tranquil pond with outdoor fireplace and picnic tables, fenced tennis courts, and open green spaces perfect for play and recreation. Wildlife lovers and birdwatchers will appreciate the surrounding natural areas and wetlands. Zoned for highly rated Clarke County schools including Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle, just across the street from the neighborhood entrance, and only minutes to Normal Town's restaurants, shops, and coffee spots. This move-in ready gem checks every box style, space, location, and community. Schedule your private tour of 139 Lake Forest Dr. today and experience Athens living at its best!

Location

State GA

County Clarke Co.

Community Gutter(S)

Zoning RS-25

Rooms

Basement Crawl Space

Main Level Bedrooms 4

Interior

Interior Features Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Custom Cabinets, Fireplace, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, Cable TV, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary

Heating Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump

Cooling Electric, Heat Pump

Flooring Carpet, Engineered Hardwood, Tile

Fireplaces Type Electric, Two, Wood Burning

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler

Laundry Laundry Closet

Exterior

Exterior Feature Fence, Patio

Parking Features Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Parking Available

Garage Spaces 2.0

Garage Description 2.0

Community Features Gutter(s)

Utilities Available Cable Available

Amenities Available Lake or Pond

Waterfront Description None

Water Access Desc Public

Porch Patio

Total Parking Spaces 2

Building

Lot Description None

Entry Level Two

Foundation Crawlspace

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style A-Frame, Craftsman, Traditional

Level or Stories Two

Schools

Elementary Schools Oglethorpe Avenue

Middle Schools Burney-Harris-Lyons

High Schools Clarke Central

Others

HOA Name Rivercliff Property Owner

HOA Fee Include Tennis Courts

Tax ID 061A3-E-006

Special Listing Condition None

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+1(770) 543-9876

3001 Monroe Hwy Suite 400 C & D Bogart GA 30622

139 Lake Forest DR Athens, GA 30607

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139 Lake Forest DR