$290,000
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 sqft · House
240 Merlin Place, Athens, GA 30606
Listing by Virtual Properties Realty.com
$289,000
Price cut $11,000
Est. monthly cost
$1,824/mo
Listing by Thrive.RealEstate
Classic all-brick ranch in a convenient Athens location, just a quarter-mile from Athens-Clarke County bus service and minutes from Loop 10 and UGA. This well-built home offers 2,130 sq ft of single-level living with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a spacious bonus room - perfect for a home office, playroom, or flex space. New HVAC. Warm hardwood floors run throughout the main living areas, and the flowing layout connects the living room, formal dining room with built-in shelving, and a knotty pine kitchen with stainless appliances. A standout feature is the large enclosed sunroom overlooking the backyard - ideal for year-round relaxing or entertaining. Outside, enjoy a generous fenced yard with mature trees, a chicken coop/run, a detached 2-car garage, and a storage building. Whether youre looking for space to spread out, a homestead setup, or an investment near campus, this property checks the boxes.
Other
Range
Heat Pump · Natural Gas
Electric · Heat Pump
Hardwood · Laminate · Tile
Level
Estimated monthly cost
$1,824/mo
$57,800
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's most recent figure where available; insurance assumes 0.6% of price per year, typical for the area, not including flood cover. Mortgage insurance applies below 20% down.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | Listed for sale | $300,000 |
Stroud
Elementary
Clarke
Middle
Cedar Shoals
High
School assignments can change — verify with the district before you buy.
Source: Georgia MLS · Updated 7m ago · Nov 11, 2026, 1:30 AM ET

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