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$1,290,000

For Sale - Active
1697 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605
3 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,104 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1939
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 15 hours ago
Updated: Jul 30, 2025 at 05:31AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,436
Cap Rate
2.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-17.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.33
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.3%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1939
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Welcome to 1697 South Milledge Avenue, a hidden gem located in Athens favorite neighborhood and on one of its most storied streets! This home is replete with character and charm and is surrounded by mature landscaping with an extraordinary level of privacy, yet is an easy walk from all that historic Five Points has to offer. This 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home offers an additional flex room that can be used as a guest bedroom, office, or home gym. The detached two car garage features a 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment upstairs with strong short and long term rental history. This is a ready-made ADU! Inside the main home, features such as heart of pine flooring, exposed wood beams and brick masonry make this property an unbelievably unique find. Between the kitchens adjoining bright and cozy sunroom, the southward facing screened-in porch and the outdoor patio and fireplace, there are plently of options to enjoy a morning coffee, afternoon book, or just relax with friends and family while taking in views of the beautiful surroundings. The owners suite, with an en-suite bath and walk-in closet, provides even more outdoor living space, offering a private balcony overlooking Milledge Avenue. Walk to Sanford Stadium for a perfect Fall Saturday in Athens, enjoy a leisurely stroll to Five Points proper for lunch, or dine al fresco at 1697 South Milledge. Dont miss your opportunity to experience Southern living in this one-of-a-kind home!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached, Garage
  • Details: Detached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Spaces Total: 4

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 4
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 4.5

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 10
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Unfinished
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Asbestos Shingle
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Composition

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 173C2E019
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Bungalow/Cottage, Other
  • Year Built: 1939

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $7,053

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Electric, Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Clarke

Listing Details


Listed by:
Daniel Ussery
Five Market Realty LLC
(706) 850-4636

Source:
Georgia MLS
MLS#: 10565438
Georgia MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,436
Cap Rate
2.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-17.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.33
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,290,000
Amount financed:
-$1,032,000
Down payment:
$258,000
Closing costs:
$38,700
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$296,700
Square feet:
3,104
Cost per square foot:
$416
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.29

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,032,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.625%
Principal & interest:
$6,608
Property tax:
$588
Insurance:
$280
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,476

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,000 $48,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$240 -$2,880
Operating income:
$3,760 $45,120

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (15%)
15%-$588-$7,054
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$280-$3,360
Property management: (8%)
8%-$320-$3,840
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (40%)
40%-$1,588-$19,054

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,172 $26,064
Mortgage payments:
-$6,608 -$79,296
Cash flow:
$4,436 $53,232