Address
490 Mcwhorter Drive, Athens, GA
Price
$ 885,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#10712134
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyClarke
- CityAthens
- NeighborhoodBobbin Mill
- Zip30606
- StyleTraditional
- Year Built1940
- Taxes$ 12329
- Price$ 885,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2621
- Lot Size0.51 Acres
Data Source:
Georgia MLS (GAMLS)
Property Description
Welcome to 490 McWhorter Drive in highly coveted Bobbin Mill, a Five Points neighborhood in beautiful Athens, Georgia. This 4 BR 2.5 BA home built in 1940, features original character and charm like oak hardwood floors throughout much of the home, arched doorways, hardware and millwork. Many structural improvements made to the home as well as new paint throughout. Entering the front door to the foyer, sunny formal dining room and kitchen are located left side of home. Right side has formal living room with wood burning fireplace. Adjacent is a large light and bright family room with wet bar, additional fireplace, built-ins and new carpet. Exterior door to side deck and driveway. Kitchen features solid surface countertops, plenty of cabinetry for storage and black and white tile floor. High bar for eating or study. Bright and cheery breakfast room with vistas outside as well as exterior access onto a deck. New windows throughout home. Laundry room with sink, a powder room and interior access to basement also here on main floor. Several other glass doors for easy exterior access as well. Upstairs, spacious primary suite with two large walk-in closets, new carpet, built-ins and bathroom with roomy tiled step-in shower. Upper exterior deck access for commanding views of the property. Three additional light and bright bedrooms with plenty of closest spaces also on the second floor. Full hall bathroom and storage closet. Bathroom retains charming original basket weave floor tile and cast iron tub. Updated vanity and toilet. Basement has plenty of storage areas, professionally encapsulated crawl space and exterior access. Private screened back porch, multi-level decks and under storage by driveway. Lovely patio spaces. Charming pathways, thoughtfully edited tree canopy leads to natural stream. Property is conveniently located just minutes from the Five Points business district, The University Georgia and downtown Athens. Beechwood and Alps Shopping Centers also just a quick drive away.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Barrow Elementary School | Clarke Middle School | Clarke Central High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 3/17/2026 | Listed $885,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric |
| Utilities | Underground Utilities |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Concrete,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Community Features | None |
| County | Clarke |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Bobbin Mill |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Five Points turn onto Milledge Circle heading west. Follow Milledge Circle to four way stop. Cross onto McWhorter Drive. Property is past Highland Avenue on the left. Coming from Milledge Avenue turn west onto Cloverhurst Drive. Turn left onto McWhoter Drive. Property is on the right. |
| High School | Clarke Central |
| City | Athens |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 22215.6 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Elementary School | Barrow |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 12329.39 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Middle/Junior High School | Clarke |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/sav/CL351420 |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bookcases,Entrance Foyer,Wet Bar |
|---|---|
| Basement | Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry |
| Flooring | Carpet,Hardwood,Tile |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Living Room |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2621 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | In Hall |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Kitchen Features | Breakfast Area,Breakfast Bar |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Off Street,Parking Pad |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Level |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Lot Size Area | 22215.6 |
| Building Area Total | 2621 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.51 |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 30606
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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