Set on 5.58 acres along the Oconee River, this award-winning Chatts Island estate blends historic character with refined modern luxury. Originally built in the 1940s and thoughtfully renovated, the home offers over 5,000 SF of elegant living with four fireplaces, rich hardwoods, a grand curved staircase, and multiple French doors opening to sweeping outdoor spaces. The grounds feature manicured gardens, a terraced lawn, saltwater pool, covered slate patio, grilling kitchen, screened garden house, and a pickleball court. Inside, enjoy a chef’s kitchen with pro-grade range, with dual ovens, wet bar service area with heart pine walls, and charming breakfast nook. The owner’s suite offers a fireplace, custom closets, and spa bath. Additional guest suites are located on the upper level, a flexible library/4th bedroom option, and a vaulted bonus room above the garage offer exceptional versatility. A rare riverfront estate and 2025 Piedmont Garden Tour participant! ASK FOR PROPERTY WEBSITE!
For sale
Price cut: $400K (6/16)
$2,995,000
255 Plum Nelly Road, Athens, GA 30606
4beds
5,069sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
5.58 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$591/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rich hardwoodsScreened garden houseCharming breakfast nookGrand curved staircaseTerraced lawnSaltwater poolCustom closets
- 217 days |
- 1,168 |
- 65 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mary Catherine Smith 706-255-6091,
Corcoran Classic Living
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: CL343898
Originating MLS: Athens Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Athens Area Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Disposal, Ice Maker, Range, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Bidet, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Tray Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Primary Suite, Pantry, Separate Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Programmable Thermostat
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Masonry, Master Bedroom, Other
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,069 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Parking Available
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Deck, Terrace
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Deck, Outdoor Grill, Other, Irrigation System, Landscape Lights, Tennis Court(s)
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Brick,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic, River, Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek, River Front
Lot
- Size: 5.58 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Garden, Private, Sprinkler System, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Other, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 124C1B001
- Zoning: RS-25
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Five Points
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Athens
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $591/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,498,488
- Annual tax amount: $12,315
- Date on market: 12/1/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 217 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Other,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Security System
- Ownership type: Homeowner/Owner
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Price change | $2,995,000-11.8%$591/sqft |
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| 2/9/2026 | Price change | $3,395,000-7%$670/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,650,000+375.9%$720/sqft |
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| 12/14/2012 | Sold | $767,000-29.6%$151/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #CM910716 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2010 | Price change | $1,090,000-15.5%$215/sqft |
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| 6/13/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,290,000$254/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,316 -0.8% | $599,395 +13.2% |
| 2024 | $12,417 -1.8% | $529,522 -3.4% |
| 2023 | $12,647 +6% | $548,019 +21.1% |
| 2022 | $11,935 -0.5% | $452,703 +10.7% |
| 2021 | $11,993 +1% | $408,994 +4.6% |
| 2020 | $11,870 +1.6% | $391,094 +3.6% |
| 2019 | $11,682 +2.3% | $377,616 +4.1% |
| 2018 | $11,421 +0% | $362,784 +0.5% |
| 2017 | $11,421 +0.2% | $361,019 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $11,397 +3.3% | $334,958 0% |
| 2015 | $11,032 -0.2% | $334,994 |
| 2014 | $11,050 | $334,994 |
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| 2000 | $6,594 | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 30606
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Barrow Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Clarke Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Clarke Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Barrow Elementary
- Middle: Clarke Middle
- High: Clarke Central
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- Georgia
- Clarke County
- Athens
- 30606
- 255 Plum Nelly Road
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