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497 W Rutherford Street

Athens GA, 30606

$2,200,000


$446.16 per sqft

Active

5 Beds

5 Baths

4,931 sqft

Residential

Built in 2013

Listed by Heather McElroy with BHHS Georgia Properties (Athen (706) 613-6040

Sitting atop a stunning corner lot nestled in Five Points this custom-built, exquisite home offers a unique blend of luxury and functionality! The exterior boasts commercial-grade stucco, custom stonework, and cedar accents. With a remarkable HERS rating of 50, spray foam insulation, two water heaters-including a tankless one for the owner's suite, whole house audio, reverse osmosis water filtration at the kitchen sink, and an ERV system for fresh air intake, this home is both comfortable and energy efficient offering a lower carbon footprint. Step inside to a stunning open floorplan with soaring ceilings and loads of natural light highlighting every sleek detail including luxurious 5" oak flooring and custom millwork throughout. The Great Room offers built-ins and a gas fireplace, the chef's kitchen features professional grade Electrolux appliances, a spacious island, and beautiful slider doors that open from the kitchen and Dining Room to a large, covered patio. The owner's suite is located on the main floor with a beautiful spa-like bathroom. A striking custom live-edge counter made by Oneta Woodworks adorns the Powder Room. You'll love the fantastic mudroom just off the oversized 2-car garage, complete with cabinetry and seating. Upstairs, discover 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile playroom. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with a large, covered patio featuring a gas fire pit, outdoor kitchen, and plenty of space for hanging out, all overlooking a private, fully fenced backyard offering ample opportunity for a custom swimming pool. The basement rounds out this beautifully designed home with a 5th bedroom, 4th full bathroom, exercise room, media room with dry bar, and a flexible office area, along with ample mechanical/storage space. Designed by Architect Lori Bork Newcomer and built by J.W. York Homes, you'll be pleased with the details at every turn of this exceptional home. This is an easy stroll to the University of Georgia, parks, fantastic restaurants, shops, and grocery stores. Zoned for Barrow Elementary.

1018674

MLS ID

June 17, 2024

Listed

October 2, 2024

Updated

Map

497 W Rutherford Street
Athens GA, 30606

Interior Features

Total Stories

2


Bedrooms

5


Total Bathrooms

5


Full Bathrooms

4


Half Bathrooms

1


Interior Features

Attic, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Custom Cabinets, Fireplace, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Other, Pantry, See Remarks, Solid Surface Counters, Cable TV, Wired for Data, Window Treatments, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Main Level Primary, Storage, Utility Room


Appliances

Convection Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Washer, Some Commercial Grade, Tankless Water Heater


Floor Description

Carpet, Concrete, Tile, Wood


Fireplace

Yes


Fireplace Description

Two, Gas Log, Great Room, Outside


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Dual, Heat Pump


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Central, Dual System, Heat Pump

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

0.4 Acres


Exterior Features

Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Outdoor Kitchen, Porch, Patio


Lot Features

Level, Sloped


Architectual Style

Contemporary


Sewer

Public Sewer

School Information

High School

Clarke Central


Elementary School

Barrow Elementary

Other Property Details

Taxes

$28,793


Tax Frequency

Annually


Days on Market

107


Garage

Yes


Garage Spaces

2


Parking

Additional Parking, Attached, Finished Garage, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Parking Available


Parking Total

4


View

No


County

Clarke Co.


Water Source

Public


Pool

No

Listing History

Date

Event

Price

10/1/2024

Price change

$2,200,000

-11%

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