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$389,900

For Sale - Active
256 Cherokee Rdg, Athens, GA 30606
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,795 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1983
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 3 hours ago
Updated: Oct 02, 2025 at 10:23AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$650
Cap Rate
4.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-8.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.67
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.4%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1983
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

PRICE REDUCED TO $389,900. SELLER WILL REDUCE TO $375,000 if closing occurs no later than October 19th!So much house for the Price! Almost 3,000 square feet plus the downstairs of 945 square feet. 5 bedrooms and 3 baths! Located in West Athens, this brick two story home has so much to offer. Outside there is a very large backyard, all fenced in with a green house toward the back. This could be a gardener's dream. You will you have a double garage, that accesses right into the kitchen, but there is also additional parking to the right of the garage for at least two more cars. The living room features an inviting fireplace and two large windows in front to let in lots of sunshine. The living area opens up to a dining area and the kitchen. This is where you will find the french door leading to the spacious deck and overlooking the backyard. The dining area is large enouch to seat 12 comfortably. The kitchen features lots of cabinets and more bookshelves and storage just around the corner in the hall. There is a nice size laundry room off the hallway as well. The main bedroom is on the first/main floor and has beautiful light coming in. Upstairs you will find 3 additional bedrooms! They are all very spacious, can accomodate 2 queen size beds, and have ample closet space. The downstairs "apartment" could be someone's sanctuary or a place for friends and family to hang out for gatherings. It has it's own kitchen, full sized bath with full sized laundry units. The living area opens onto the kitchen and is great for just lounging around. Off the kitchen is the patio outside. Grill your own burgers on game day or just chill and enjoy the privacy. Come check out this wonderful traditional home - 10 minutes from Downtown Athens and UGA!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Kitchen Level
  • Details: Attached, Garage, Kitchen Level, Off Street, Parking Pad
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Composition

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 071D2A038
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Brick 4 Side, Brick/Frame, Traditional
  • Year Built: 1983

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $4,538

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Clarke

Listing Details


Listed by:
Debbie Grainger
Harry Norman Realtors
(404) 897-5558

Source:
Georgia MLS
MLS#: 10585895
Georgia MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$650
Cap Rate
4.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-8.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.67
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$389,900
Amount financed:
-$311,920
Down payment:
$77,980
Closing costs:
$11,697
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$89,677
Square feet:
3,795
Cost per square foot:
$103
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.66

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$311,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.625%
Principal & interest:
$1,997
Property tax:
$378
Insurance:
$175
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,550

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,500 $30,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$150 -$1,800
Operating income:
$2,350 $28,200

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (15%)
15%-$378-$4,539
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$175-$2,100
Property management: (8%)
8%-$200-$2,400
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$125-$1,500
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$125-$1,500
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (40%)
40%-$1,003-$12,039

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,347 $16,164
Mortgage payments:
-$1,997 -$23,964
Cash flow:
-$650 -$7,800