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    278 Moss Side Dr, Athens, GA 30607

    5beds
    6,125sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1982
    0.68 Acres Lot
    $795,400 Zestimate®
    $131/sqft
    $3,900 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $795,400

    $756,000 - $835,000

    $3,900/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to 278 Moss Side Drive - a stately and timeless residence in the heart of Athens, GA. Encompassing over 6,100 square feet, this grand home offers exceptional scale, classic architecture, and the opportunity to tailor it to your personal vision. A circular drive, rocking chair front porch, and commanding columns create an unforgettable first impression. Inside, a dramatic foyer and sweeping staircase are flanked by generous formal living and dining rooms, designed for elegant entertaining. The dining room showcases beautiful built-ins, while the spacious eat-in kitchen features a center island, abundant natural light, and premium appliances including SubZero, Thermador, and double ovens. Expansive pantry space, additional laundry/storage, and a rear staircase enhance functionality. The main level also offers a warm den with fireplace and bar, screened porch access, and a private study or guest suite with full bath. Upstairs, the owner's suite is a private retreat complete with a separate study and dual baths. Oversized secondary bedrooms offer large walk-in closets, including a charming hidden bunk room. A finished terrace level provides additional living space with fireplace, billiards room, bedroom, and full bath - ideal for guests or recreation. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a beautifully manicured, terraced backyard, expansive screened porch, multiple decks, and a covered patio below - creating layered spaces for relaxation and entertaining. Ideally located near downtown Athens, Prince Avenue, Loop 10, and Athens Country Club, this distinguished property offers privacy, convenience, and enduring appeal.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Sarah Ellis 706-338-6265,

    Corcoran Classic Living

    Bought with:

    Leighton Faulkner, 431797

    Woodall Realty Group

    Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10701298MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
    Heating
    • Central, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Other
    Features
    • Double Vanity, Tray Ceiling(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Bath Finished,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Basement, Family Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 6,125
    • Total interior livable area: 6,125 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 6,125
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Garden
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.68 Acres
    • Features: Level
    • Residential vegetation: Grassed
    Details
    • Parcel number: 111A2 A012

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Brick 4 Side,Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1982

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Street Lights, Near Public Transport
    Location
    • Region: Athens
    • Subdivision: Moss Side Sub Sec Iii

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    • Services included: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/19/2026Sold$800,000+0.1%$131/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #10701298 Report a problem
    3/6/2026Contingent$799,000$130/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #CL346888 Report a problem
    3/6/2026Pending sale$799,000$130/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #10701298 Report a problem
    3/2/2026Listed for sale$799,000+78.7%$130/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #CL346888 Report a problem
    3/26/2013Sold$447,238$73/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,837 -0.9%$344,240 +6.3%
    2024$6,896 +4.7%$323,892 +8.3%
    2023$6,589 +4.8%$299,161 +20.9%
    2022$6,286 +0.8%$247,467 +13.2%
    2021$6,237 +0.7%$218,696 +3.3%
    2020$6,193 +0.2%$211,779 +0.4%
    2019$6,181 0%$210,946 0%
    2018$6,181 $210,970 +13.7%
    2017$6,181 +6.1%$185,474 +3.8%
    2016$5,826 +1.7%$178,714 -1%
    2015$5,728 -0.5%$180,452 -0.4%
    2014$5,756 $181,092
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    Neighborhood: 30607

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Whitehead Road
    • Middle: Burney Harris Lyons
    • High: Clarke Central

    Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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