Where do we begin? Famed UGA basketball coach Hugh Durham built this remarkable home as his personal estate in 1979. Now offered by only its third owner, this Southern classic has been painstakingly restored and is simply breathtaking. Set on nearly 4 private acres, the property is accessed via a long, winding driveway from Old Jefferson Road, with additional access from Walton Creek Road. With AR zoning and no HOA, horses and stables are permitted. A circular driveway and side-entry two-car garage provide ample parking. Lush, opulent landscaping—fully irrigated by well-fed sprinklers—sets the tone as you enter “’tween the hedges,” a nod to the original owner and UGA. A brick walkway leads to the double-balconied façade and welcoming grand foyer. Inside feels straight from the pages of Southern Living, featuring wide heart-of-pine floors, rich custom millwork, and deep moldings throughout. Formal living and dining rooms flank the foyer and flow into the expansive great room with a wood-burning fireplace and wainscoting. A wet bar with granite counters, sink, built-ins, and refrigerator nook sits adjacent, along with one of two main-level powder rooms. The chef’s kitchen is accessible from the foyer, dining room, and great room, and features brick flooring and accents, marble countertops, high-end appliances, and custom built-ins. A second half bath and large mudroom/laundry room with abundant storage complete the main level. A full-length rear deck overlooks the inground pool and gardens. Upstairs, the owner’s suite offers exceptional closet space and a spa-like bath with steam shower/sauna, deep Jacuzzi tub with its own water heater, and custom cabinetry. Two additional bedrooms and baths complete the second level. The upper balcony, accessible from the owner’s suite or front bedroom, is ideal for morning coffee. The third floor features a large private suite with sitting area, bedroom, and ensuite bath. The terrace level includes an incredible in-law suite (approx. 1,500 sq ft per owner) with a full kitchen, walk-in pantry, second laundry, bedroom, bath, expansive living/sunroom areas, and a stone fireplace. French doors open to the patio and pool area. Outdoor spaces include curated garden “rooms,” roses, peonies, fruit trees, raised vegetable beds with deer fencing, and easy-care irrigation. The pool and sprinklers are well-fed. Additional features: approx. 5,750 sq ft, four gas HVAC systems (three new with UV light), two gas water heaters, all windows and appliances replaced, recently inspected roof, and central vacuum. Truly remarkable in every way—be the one to make this exceptional estate your next chapter
Active
$1,200,000
6180 Old Jefferson Rd, Athens, GA 30607
5beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1979
3.92 Acres Lot
$1,179,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceBrick walkwayDeep moldings throughoutWide heart-of-pine floorsCustom built-insLong winding drivewayRich custom millwork
- 52 days |
- 663 |
- 25 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 28, 2026 at 01:14am
Listing Provided by:
KIMBERLY A CHRISTOPHER,
Greene Real Estate Co. 770-531-1966,
Todd Stegall,
Greene Real Estate Co.
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7707721
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Den, Family Room, Game Room, Great Room, Laundry, Library, Office, Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master
- Level: Oversized Master
Bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub, Whirlpool Tub
Dining room
- Features: Great Room, Seats 12+
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Pantry Walk-In, Second Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Closet, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Bookcases, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Finished Bath,Full,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Basement, Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Finished area above ground: 4,798
- Finished area below ground: 952
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Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Parking Pad
- Attached garage spaces: 6
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden, Private Yard, No Dock
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath, None
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 3.92 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 054 008A
- Other equipment: None
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Cement Siding, Concrete, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
- Energy generation: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None But Adjacent To Hodgson's Place
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Athens
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $507,714
- Annual tax amount: $4,541
- Date on market: 1/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 235 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$1,179,500
$1.12M - $1.24M
$4,536/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000 |
Source:  FMLS GA #7707721 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $1,200,000 |
Source: FMLS GA #7597676 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+269.2% |
Source:  GAMLS #10543290 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2020 | Sold | $325,000-13.3% |
Source:  Hive MLS #CM974928 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2020 | Price change | $375,000-6.2% |
Source: Keller Williams Greater Athens #974928 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2020 | Pending sale | $399,999 |
Source: Keller Williams Greater Athens #8785608 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $399,999-5% |
Source: Keller Williams Greater Athens #974928 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2019 | Listing removed | $420,900 |
Source: Five Market Realty LLC #8524522 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2019 | Price change | $420,900-4.3% |
Source: 5Market Realty #967028 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2019 | Listed for sale | $439,900+37.5% |
Source: 5Market Realty #967028 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2001 | Sold | $320,000 |
Source: Hive MLS #CM692850 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,514 -0.6% | $203,086 +24.4% |
| 2024 | $4,541 -8.4% | $163,217 -17.1% |
| 2023 | $4,959 +6.5% | $196,781 +20.6% |
| 2022 | $4,657 +15.2% | $163,217 +3.7% |
| 2021 | $4,044 -8.1% | $157,331 +4.2% |
| 2020 | $4,401 +0.5% | $150,942 +1.1% |
| 2019 | $4,378 +5.9% | $149,337 +13.4% |
| 2018 | $4,133 | $131,736 +2.4% |
| 2017 | $4,133 +2.6% | $128,664 -0.4% |
| 2016 | $4,029 -0.5% | $129,225 -0.4% |
| 2015 | $4,048 -0.6% | $129,767 -1% |
| 2014 | $4,072 | $131,047 |
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Est. payment
$6,671/mo
Principal & interest
$5841
Property taxes
$830
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 30607
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Whitehead Road Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Clarke Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Whitehead Road
- Middle: Burney-Harris-Lyons
- High: Clarke Central
Source: FMLS GA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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