Sarah Ellis

Precious Normaltown 2 bedroom, 1 bath, all brick cottage is conveniently located in town and is only minutes to everything! Just a short stroll to Bishop Park, YMCA, and the Health Sciences Campus, and zoned for Burks (formerly Chase Street) Elementary. Original hardwood floors, open floor plan with wainscoting throughout, updated flooring in both kitchen and bath, family room is wired for surround sound, both bedrooms are spacious, and there is a metal roof. A real gem about this house is the lot - it is large, and level, and ready for your expansion / renovation / addition should you choose.

Beautiful new construction in Historic Boulevard neighborhood built by award-winning home-builder, Tom Ellis. This one-of-a-kind design is a one-level home designed to maximize main living spaces and outdoor spaces while giving private sleeping spaces. The entry features an open kitchen / living / dining where you will find large rooms with a high line of finishes - including hardwood floors throughout, custom cabinetry, marble countertops, dramatic lighting packages, and more. Off the living spaces is a beautiful courtyard - perfect for entertaining and relaxing. You will find an abundance of storage with a mud room with built-ins and a large laundry room, as well as a 1/2 bathroom immediately off the courtyard and living spaces. In the rear of the home is a large owners suite featuring nice closets, a large bathroom with double vanity with marble and custom cabinetry and full-tile, huge walk-in shower with frameless glass doors and full custom tile. The secondary bedrooms feature a jack-and-jill bathroom with full tile bathroom, custom cabinetry, and marble countertops. Located perfectly on the quiet street of Lakeview amongst some of Athens newest construction homes in the Boulevard district, you will enjoy the walkability to all things that make this community so dreamy - plenty of restaurants, nightlife, and the award-winning Burkes Elementary.

Adorable all one level cottage that has been perfectly maintained and offers an easy lifestyle with very few steps. The welcoming front porch opens to a foyer entry with coat closet storage and a vaulted living room with fireplace. There are hardwood floors in the living room. The owners suite has a great office / study / sitting area, a huge walk-in closet, and a beautifully renovated bathroom with zero entry shower with frameless door and a dual vanity sink area. There are 2 secondary bedrooms, one with vaulted ceilings, and a renovated hall access bath. The kitchen has been updated with all new appliances and has LVP flooring, and a large laundry room and 2-car garage with level driveway and easy one-step entry into the home. The back deck has a hard wired gas grill, and the backyard has been beautifully landscaped with native plantings that attract an array of birds as well as a new irrigation system. There is a whole house generator and a full height crawl space with exterior entrance for additional storage.

Welcome to your future home! This charming home seamlessly blends character with potential, boasting 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and the exciting possibility of a lower-level in-law suite or entertainment area. A new roof installed in 2018 ensures peace of mind and protection, complemented by fresh exterior paint completed in 2023. The well-maintained HVAC systems, including a new main-level system installed in 2023, guarantee year-round comfort. The main level welcomes you with an open living/dining area, flooded with abundant light and adorned with warm hardwood floors. The family room features a charming brick wood-burning fireplace, updated LVP flooring, and convenient access to the covered and screened patio. The kitchen is both functional and convenient, offering an extended laundry area ideal for a mudroom or additional storage. The owners suite on the upper level provides a private retreat with hardwood floors and a 3/4 bath featuring original tile. Two additional bedrooms, with hardwood floors and spacious closets, share a full hall bath. The lower level expands your living space and includes a 3/4 bathroom with an oversized shower. One of these spaces already has a wet bar, perfect for entertaining or the potential to become an "in-law" type suite. An additional room with exterior access offers versatility, whether used for storage, crafting, or as a workshop, with direct access to the fenced portion of the yard ideal for a dog run or garden. The wooded perimeter of the backyard creates a private oasis, providing ample room to play, plant, or simply observe the frequent visits of roaming deer. This fixer-upper is a canvas waiting for your personal touch, offering a perfect balance of potential and practicality. With its versatile living spaces, well-maintained systems, and enchanting outdoor features, this property is poised to become the home of your dreams. Dont miss the opportunity to make it your own!

Discover this exceptional home, brimming with charm and modern upgrades, nestled on a quiet street in Five Points. The owners have meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated the property, enhancing its livability while preserving its character. As you enter through the foyer, youll find a formal dining room and a bright, inviting kitchen featuring vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a bay window overlooking a stunning backyard. The living room, located at the rear of the house, boasts a gas fireplace and French doors leading to a lovely screened-in porch. Adjacent to the living room is a versatile small room ideal for a home office or dry bar. The owners suite offers a privacy high among the trees with ample light and seclusion. The en-suite bathroom includes a dual vanity, separate water closet, and a spacious 300 sq. ft. closet/dressing room with additional storage nooks. Upstairs, youll find two more bedrooms and a shared bathroom. The basement features a one-car garage, which maintains a consistent temperature and could easily be converted into a bonus room, play area, or hobby space. An additional two-car garage, added by the current owners, is heated and cooled, plumbed, with thoughtful details that set this home apart. The backyard is a true highlight with extensive landscape lighting, exceptional privacy, a dry creek bed, and beautiful yet low-maintenance landscaping. The exterior construction is stacked stone and cedar siding. Recent upgrades such as blown cellulose insulation, a brand-new high-efficiency HVAC system with two units, advanced filtration, and meticulous upkeep make this a move-in ready home with nothing needed. Its like a cozy mountain retreat right in the heart of town.

Property Status: Active Located on one of Athens's best streets, this adorable Craftsman home was renovated in 2015 and has been very gently lived in. The open concept living / dining / kitchen offers great spaces for gathering with generously sized rooms. The owner's suite is on the main with a fully updated beautiful bathroom and custom built closet. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms with hall access bath. Off the rear of the home is a covered patio perfect for watching the game and grilling with friends. This home is walkable to all of Five Points and is a gem of a location! The home is available for rent starting May 15th (sooner, if needed) for a year lease. All utilities, Wifi, and yard are included in monthly rent. Guest house is not available for rent. Office Phone: (706) 995-7500 Copyright © 2024 Athens Area Association of Realtors. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Beautiful mountain style home in fabulous Glenwood on a great lot with tons of privacy. The main level boasts an incredibly comfortable floor plan with a cozy den that opens up to a screened porch that overlooks the pond. The kitchen is open with a breakfast area, granite countertops, and a side entry door. The owners suite is on the main level with a great sized bathroom and closets. There is also a sweet little room adjacent to the owners suite that has so many possibilities - a home office, nursery, craft room, expansive owners closet, sitting area, and more. UPstairs are two large bedrooms with great closet space, and each with ensuite bathrooms. There is also a large and easily accessible attic storage space. The basement has just been completely renovated and updated with all new LVP flooring, brand new bathroom, two bedrooms, and additional storage. There is access to a beautiful slate patio that makes a great entertaining area and a flat yard perfect for throwing a fishing pole into the pond or enjoying a play space.

This custom-designed Regency inspired home, envisioned by Schutze Award-winning architects Spitzmiller and Norris, was completed in 2021. Nestled among trees to maximize views of downtown Athens, the campus, Sanford Stadium, and the Coliseum, it epitomizes luxury and sophistication. Built to exacting standards with steel framing and a brick exterior, every detail both inside and out reflects comfort and elegance. The curved foyer entrance features true curved windows leading to the living and dining spaces, which offer views through a steel and glass rear wall opening onto an oyster paver patio shaded by ancient oak trees. A parlor room with a fireplace, adorned with a Francois and Co finished mantle, and a steel and glass partition wall delineates the space from the main living area. The dining room showcases a bespoke built-in dry bar with antique mirrored glass fronts. The kitchen is a culinary masterpiece with a large center island, custom cabinetry from Made in Monroe, and top-tier appliances including SubZero and Wolfe. An antique mirrored backsplash complements the 6-burner range with pot filler, alongside unique spice storage. The scullery kitchen features a separate prep sink, refrigerator and freezer drawers, coffee bar, and appliance storage, all set against honed Olympic Danby marble countertops. The flooring throughout the home includes Francois and Co French Oak wood laid in a herringbone pattern in the two foyers. The breakfast room and great room open onto a picturesque rear patio, creating seamless indoor/outdoor entertainment spaces reminiscent of an English garden. A three-story full glass wall along the side of the house frames the open staircase with steel railings, providing access to all levels. Upstairs, the owners suite offers tranquil views and a luxurious bathroom with heated limestone flooring, a custom dressing vanity, a full marble shower, and a slipper tub. The secondary bedroom features a lavish bathroom with heated tile flooring and a full wet room with a Japanese soaking tub. A third room upstairs currently serves as a closet, with potential for easy conversion into a third bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. Additionally, theres a light-filled yoga/exercise room with a full mirrored wall and workout flooring. The terrace level includes an additional bedroom and a stylish bathroom, ideal for a private guest suite. A spacious great room opens to a screened porch with a fireplace overlooking the private backyard. The terrace level also features an attached one-car garage and an impressive laundry/mud room with concealed machines, a sorting closet, built-in desk, and a separate sink and dishwasher for entertaining. The private backyard oasis features turf grass, carefully selected plantings, and thoughtful connectivity between the porch and patio. A sophisticated cistern system manages drainage efficiently. The detached two-car garage includes a lift system capable of accommodating up to three additional cars. The entire house is serviced by an elevator and boasts a fully integrated tech/sound/lighting system with automation for lights, blinds, and music, as well as comprehensive security systems, central vacuuming, and wiring for a whole house generator. This property offers a rare opportunity for the most discerning buyer.

Discover contemporary elegance in this exceptional new construction home, ideally located just east of downtown on a vibrant street. With convenient access to restaurants, bars, nightlife, shopping, the UGA campus, the stadium, the Greenway, parks, the Firefly Trail, the North Oconee River, and mountain biking trails, this home offers the perfect blend of modern style and urban convenience. Designed by renowned local architect David Matheney and built by award-winning local builder Tom Ellis, this home features an open floor plan with soaring ceilings and an abundance of natural light. The custom-designed kitchen boasts sleek cabinetry, an island, and seamless flow into the dining and living areas. The living room opens to a spacious patio via a full-light garage door, where youll find a charming masonry fireplace. On the main level, youll find a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, and a luxurious owners suite featuring a large bathroom and two walk-in closets. The main level also includes a half bath, a generous laundry room, and ample storage space. Upstairs, two additional large bedrooms share a well-appointed bathroom with a dual vanity and separate water closet. The property also includes a deep backyard and a sizable driveway for off-street parking. The low-maintenance exterior features hardboard siding with metal accents and a durable metal roof. This is the first of three homes to be built in this row. One of the owners is a licensed Realtor in the state of Georgia.

Luxury condo in the heart of Five Points! Enjoy all of the shopping, dining, and athletic events that are all just steps away. This 2 bed, 2 bath corner unit features tall ceilings and windows that allow plenty of natural light throughout! The kitchen provides plenty of storage space, as well as granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The dining area and living room all connect seamlessly to create the perfect living space with a spacious balcony off the living room. Down the hall you will find one generously sized room, a large hall bathroom, and an owners suite at the end with luxurious bath. Each bedroom features a spacious closet and large windows. Everything was updated 2.5 years ago including new paint throughout, new kitchen, new bathrooms, new lighting. This has been a gently lived-in condo used only for weekends / Gamedays. There are two dedicated parking spaces in the covered / gated parking lot below as well as a private storage closet. Sit on your balcony and watch and feel the energy of Five Points and Game Days, enjoy a cup of coffee and fresh baguette right outside your front door, join the gym or yoga studio in the building, get your prescriptions filled and grab a scoop of ice cream in your lobby, eat dinner at one of 10 amazing restaurants within walking distance, have an elevated cocktail experience or grab a beer and watch the game. Just 0.5 mile walk to Stegman Coliseum, 1 mile walk to Sanford Stadium. Nothing compares.

Perfectly situated, precious brick bungalow that has been lovingly maintained and restored. There is a welcoming front porch with arched brick openings and reclaimed historic iron railing that leads into a living room with wood-burning fireplace. The dining room will comfortably seat 8 with views to the front and side yards. The kitchen was fully updated with custom Weber-Coleman cabinetry with lots of built-in nooks, quartz countertops, 6-burner dual fuel range, cabinet depth refrigerator, and plenty of wine and pantry storage. There is a laundry room with plenty of storage off the kitchen as well as a door to the side / rear of the home for ease of bringing in groceries. There are two bedrooms that share a hall bathroom that has been restored to preserve the original while making it fully functional. The owners suite has a beautiful addition with a large bathroom with soaking tub, separate shower, double vanity, and large walk-in closets. With a full set of walk up stairs to the attic space, there is great additional storage and room for expansion. In the rear of the home is a precious patio perfectly lit for fire pits and dinner parties. All major systems have been updated including roof, HVAC, wiring, landscaping / irrigation, driveway, air and water purifiers, and more. There is no better location in Five Points with an easy walk to all of the restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries, nightlife, school, and UGA sporting events.

Perfectly situated on a .82 acre corner lot in the ever-desirable Timothy Road corridor is a spectacular brick ranch exuding timeless charm and bursting from the seams with updated amenities. A true statement home, this rambling ranch features exciting updates and formal appointments that blend a classic statement with modern appeal. Upon arrival mature shade trees canopy the stone walkway and columned rocking-chair front porch setting the stage. Eagerly ushered inside, a warm welcome is provided by the foyer appointed with standout, vintage-flocked wallpaper that has been meticulously painted, providing a modern flare. Presenting a gracious plan that offers multi-functionality with optional living and dining spaces provides the ideal layout for easy, comfortable living, as well as entertaining. The spacious formal living room spans the front of the home and is the perfect spot to welcome guests or relax at the end of a long day. Let the durable luxury vinyl plank floors be your guide, overflowing to the formal dining room and oversized great room. Flanking the entire East wing of the home, this grand living space offers ample room for large gatherings, features a storage closet, utility closet, immediate carport access and is commanded by a masonry fireplace accompanied by gas logs. This exciting living area boasts a great layout to be utilized in many ways. Centrally located, and the heart of this home is the sparkling, renovated kitchen. Magazine ready, this culinary excellence is a real treat, highlighted with shiplap paneled walls providing esthetic appeal, expansive quartz counters extending to a breakfast bar, beverage center perfect for your coffee bar or to house small appliances, custom white cabinets and is complete with a stainless appliance package. The kitchen also lends space to a casual dining area thats adorned with updated chandelier and French door flanked by floor-to-ceiling windows leading to the rear. If youre looking for a peaceful place to retreat at the end of the day, tucked away off the left hallway is the cozy owners suite. This primary bedroom boasts LVP floors, updated ceiling-fan light fixture and a renovated ensuite full bath upgraded with a furniture-styled double-sink vanity. Additionally, 2 accessory bedrooms and updated full bath also occupy the West wing of the home. Each was been crafted with extra space and ample closets. Exciting features continue to overflow to the exterior with the covered pergola overlooking the sprawling, fenced rear yard, offering the perfect spot for enjoying a little time outdoors. The exterior features continues to serve with an additional fenced area for your fur babies, storage building, and extended storage off the carport. Notably, you cant overlook the HVAC, roof and water heater ALL less than 3 years old. Additionally, this TOTAL package comes complete with a separate driveway off Fox Trace, providing an easier entrance. The unparalleled convenience of Timothy Road combined with compelling, modern updates simply sets this home a part.

Located on one of the most coveted corners in Athens, Hampton Court provides the in-town lifestyle that everyone craves - access to incredible restaurants and quaint shops, strong community, beautiful sidewalks, and easy walk to UGA campus to enjoy all the sporting events and campus energy. This thoughtfully designed custom floor plan was created by James Heery, and it provides incredible living, entertaining, and sleeping spaces seamlessly blending an original 1930s cottage with the modern needs of todays lifestyle. You'll realize immediately the level of detail with copper gutters, a custom mahogany radial front door, Pella windows, and brick and cedar shake siding. Enter through the front door to the traditional foyer entry that gives way to a lovely formal room with fireplace and a sunroom perfect for morning coffee. The gourmet kitchen is large with custom cabinetry, huge center island, and top of the line Thermador appliance package. There is a beautiful pantry with coffee bar, wet bar / wine storage, and plenty of closed pantry for food and small appliance storage. The kitchen opens to a large dining room and provides a beautiful entertaining space. Off the kitchen is a brick back porch with additional full fireplace. From the 3-car garage, there is the best entry zone with full mud room / drop zone, large laundry room and separate refrigerator / catering / staging area for entertaining. The owners suite is on the main and is perfectly situated to capture the natural light but maintain privacy, with a beautifully appointed bathroom and large closets. You'll enjoy private access from the owners suite into the coffee bar so you don't have to walk too far for that morning coffee! Off the sunroom is an additional private bedroom and ensuite bathroom. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms each with ensuite bathrooms and a large loft / living space. Each interior detail has been meticulously selected to provide warmth and tradition keeping clean lines and a neutral approach boasting beautiful high line lighting, hardwood floors throughout, gorgeous tile, and plumbing fixtures. Above the garage is a functional and flexible separate guest / office suite with full bathroom (572 sq ft). The corner lot provides a large backyard and easy entry / off street parking with a stunning glass friends side door entrance. This masterfully created Five Points home is newly renovated and is an unparalleled, unique opportunity to own a custom-styled home without the headache of the custom construction process. **Full list of features in the additional documents in MLS.** Owner holds a Georgia real estate license.

This beautiful home perfectly blends the historic charm with tasteful updates for todays modern lifestyle and style aesthetics. The historic cottage curb appeal graces one of Athenss finest streets - wide and tree lined with ease and proximity to restaurants, nightlife, shopping, UGA sporting events, and a strong sense of community. Inside are arched doorways, beautiful hardwood floors, formal rooms, and original interior detailings, but the house was meticulously updated in 2017 with an open concept kitchen and living floor plan across the rear of the home. The gourmet kitchen has custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, backsplash, built-in breakfast nook, and high line stainless appliances with a dry bar / butlers pantry connecting a lovely mud / laundry room / drop zone. The kitchen gives way to the living room, which opens to an expansive back porch with gas log fireplace that overlooks the private backyard. Also on the main level are two full bedrooms and two full bathrooms as well as a quaint side sunroom with private courtyard perfect for morning coffee. Upstairs is a newly updated owners suite as well as three additional bedrooms and two additional bathrooms. There is a great partially finished basement perfect for multi-use and additional storage with exterior drainage system to ensure it stays dry. The garage was added in 2015 complete with an upstairs guest suite / home office / flex space with builtins and a full bathroom. The back yard is large, private and perfectly landscaped. This home is conveniently located just outside of the historic district, which is nice for making any exterior modifications.

I am an experienced Realtor® with a unique journey that blends a background in Allied Health with a passion for connecting with people and helping them achieve their real estate goals. I hold an Associates Degree in Allied Health with a career as a Radiologic Technologist spanning over 35 years. Driven by a desire for a new challenge, I decided to change career paths transitioning into the world of Real Estate. My philosophy is simple " treat people the way that I want to be treated." My commitment is to always provide exceptional service and ensure that all my clients feel valued and supported throughout there real estate journey. 
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