Eco Friendly
Address
530 Holman Avenue, Athens, GA
Price
$ 689,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#10796014
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active Under Contract
- CountyClarke
- CityAthens
- NeighborhoodNormaltown
- Zip30606
- StyleContemporary, Traditional
- Year Built1950
- Taxes$ 6813
- Price$ 689,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1872
- Lot Size0.26 Acres
Data Source:
Georgia MLS (GAMLS)
Property Description
Some properties require imagination. At 530 Holman Avenue, possibility is already built in. The original 1950 cottage still feels like itself. The proportions are intact. Newer divided-light windows soften the daylight, warm wood floors run through the living spaces, and the brick fireplace continues to anchor the living room. The kitchen and baths are updated without asking the house to become something it isnt. Stone counters, white cabinetry, brass-toned hardware, layered lighting, and an easy connection to the dining area give the house what it needs now without sanding down what was already there. A screened porch, basement storage, a newer roof, recently replaced water heater, and a French drain system reflect years of steady stewardship rather than last-minute preparation. Then the property evolves. Completed in 2020, the detached accessory dwelling extends the property in a way thats increasingly difficult to find. The lower level is a conditioned workshop with oversized windows, a mini-split system, hot water, a half bath, recessed lighting, and enough room to actually work. Whether thats woodworking, bicycles, furniture restoration, art, gardening, or simply a place to leave projects out between weekends, its a room that earns its square footage. A framed opening also allows for a future staircase, creating the option to connect the workshop directly to the living space above. Climb the stairs, and the atmosphere changes completely. Painted shiplap, warm wood ceilings, stained wood doors, dark cabinetry, patterned tile, black fixtures, and windows looking into the trees give the space a personality all its own. The apartment includes a living room with a built-in sleeping nook, a kitchenette, an office, a full bath, laundry, and a private deck. It doesnt feel like leftover space. It feels like someone built a place they genuinely wanted to spend time. The remarkable thing about this property isnt that it gives you options; its that someone already did the difficult work of imagining them for you. The cottage welcomes everyday life. The workshop invites projects that would overwhelm a garage. The apartment offers genuine privacy. Together they make room for family, guests, work, creativity, storage, and supplemental income without asking you to start from scratch. Just blocks from Normaltown restaurants, Bishop Park, Piedmont Athens Regional, and downtown Athens, the location is every bit as compelling as the property itself. Holman Avenue has long been one of Athens most admired in-town streets, valued as much for its sense of neighborhood as its proximity. Pair that setting with a restored cottage and a fully realized detached accessory dwelling, and the result is a property thats remarkably difficult to replicate.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Burks Elementary School | Clarke Middle School | Clarke Central High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Listed $689,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric,Heat Pump,Other |
| Cooling | Electric,Gas,Heat Pump |
| Utilities | Cable Available |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck,Porch,Screened |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary,Traditional |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Other |
| Year Built | 1950 |
| Levels | One and One Half |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Community Features | None |
| County | Clarke |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Contingency | Other |
| Energy Efficient | Insulation,Thermostat,Windows |
| Subdivision Name | Normaltown |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Other |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Directions | Take Prince Avenue North from downtown Athens. Left on Oglethorpe Avenue. Left on Holman Avenue. House on left. |
| High School | Clarke Central |
| City | Athens |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 11325.6 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Elementary School | Burks |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 6813 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Middle/Junior High School | Clarke |
| Property Condition | Updated/Remodeled |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/sav/CL353722 |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active Under Contract |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Vaulted Ceiling(s) |
|---|---|
| Basement | Crawl Space,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Other |
| Fireplace Features | Living Room |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1872 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | In Kitchen,Other |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Off Street |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | City Lot |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 11325.6 |
| Building Area Total | 1872 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.26 |
| 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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