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917 Central Ave, Athens, 37303

Priced At: $294,900

Property Details for ID: 1337851



SqFt: 1,542
Price SqFt: $191
Total Bedrooms: 2
Full Baths: 2 / Half Baths: 0
MLS Status: Active
Property Type: Residential
On Market Date: 2026-04-22T18:31:06Z
Subdivision: Fry-Ray-Madison

Public Remarks: Move-in ready cottage on 1.275 acres offering the space and flexibility today's buyers are looking for! This remodeled property features over 1,500 square feet of comfortable living with an updated interior that makes it easy to settle in from day one. Outside is where this property truly stands out with a large lot that provides room to spread out, garden, or simply enjoy privacy. The property is bordered on the back side by a small creek. The 3-car detached garage with workshop space is ideal for hobbies, storage, or anyone needing extra workspace. Whether you're downsizing, looking for a low-maintenance home with land, or need space for projects and outdoor living, this property offers a unique opportunity that's hard to find at this price point.

Schools Information

Elementary School: Athens City Primary
Middle / Junior School: Athens
High School: Mcminn

Building Description

Building Style: Cottage
Type: Ranch
Site Built: Yes
Year Built: 1949
Total Rooms: 4
SqFt (Total): 1,542
SqFt (Main Lvl): 1,542
Full Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 0
Fireplace: No
Bonus Room: No
Extra Storage: Yes
Basement: No
Basement Type: Crawl Space

  Exterior Features

Features: Cable Available (TV Only), Patio, Porch - Covered, Windows - Vinyl
Construction: Block
Siding: Aluminum Siding

  Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smoke Detector

  Room Dimensions

  Interior Features

Dining Area: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen
Floors: Laminate, Vinyl
Other Rooms: Extra Storage, LaundryUtility, Mstr Bdrm Main Level, Workshop
Misc Features: Internet Available, Island in Kitchen, Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Walk-in Closets, WasherDryer Connect

  Property Details

Acreages: 1.27
Lot Description: Creek, Level, Rolling Slope

Utilities

Fuel Types: Gas (Natural)

Financing

Finance Options: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDARural, VA Loan

  HOA Information

Restrictions: Yes
HOA: No

Heating & Cooling

Fireplace(s): No
Total Fireplaces: 0
Fireplace Type(s): None
Cooling Type(s): Ceiling Fan(s), Central Cooling
Heat Type(s): Central

Garage / Parking

Garage Spaces, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off-Street Parking

  Community Features

Outbuildings

Detached Workshop
Presented By: / CENTURY 21 Legacy

Up Coming Open Houses

Sorry, no open houses are currently available for this listing.

Directions

From Hwy 305/Hwy 11 intersection, take Hwy 305 toward downtown Athens. Turns into Ingleside Avenue. Go past library and take next Left on Forrest. Go through stop sign and then take Right on Central. House on left. SOP.



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