Athens Homes with Stream Waterfront Features

Athens Homes with Stream Waterfront Features

Welcome to Athens, Georgia, a vibrant city that beautifully marries historic charm with a lively contemporary atmosphere. Nestled in the heart of Northeast Georgia, Athens is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, thriving arts scene, and, of course, its prestigious university—The University of Georgia. This dynamic city is not just a hub for education and innovation; it also boasts an array of outdoor activities and scenic beauty, making it an ideal place to call home.

One of the most alluring features of Athens is its stunning homes with stream waterfront properties. Imagine waking up to the soothing sound of water flowing just outside your window, surrounded by lush greenery and the serene beauty of nature. These homes offer a unique lifestyle, combining the tranquility of waterfront living with the vibrant community spirit of Athens. Whether you enjoy fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the water, having a stream as part of your property enhances your outdoor experience.

The real estate market in Athens is diverse, with charming historic homes, modern townhouses, and spacious family residences. The addition of stream waterfront features elevates the appeal of these properties, providing not just a home but a personal retreat. With the perfect blend of urban convenience and natural beauty, Athens offers a unique opportunity to embrace a lifestyle that celebrates both community and nature.

Explore the enchanting homes with stream waterfront features in Athens, GA, and discover your own piece of paradise in this captivating city. Your dream home awaits amidst the picturesque landscapes and vibrant culture of Athens!

Newest Athens Homes with Stream Waterfront Features

$389,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10805812 MLS
Perfectly positioned in sought-after West Athens, this expansive, renovated ranch delivers everyday convenience just minutes from Epps Bridge's shopping, dining, and the Hwy 316 corridor. Thoughtfully custom designed with extra-wide hallways and doors for enhanced accessibility, the home seamlessly blends comfort with functionality. Freshly updated with ALL-new exterior paint and trim, along with a brand-new rear deck, the home pairs polished curb appeal with easy outdoor living-all set against a serene, wooded backdrop highlighted by a gently flowing creek. Welcoming you inside, an oversized foyer unfolds to a central great room, setting the tone for the home's generous scale. Durable hardwood floors flow throughout the main living areas, while all-new waterproof luxury vinyl floors in the bedrooms and fresh tile in the bathrooms provide both style and function. Refreshed end-to-end, the interior offers new paint throughout, an all-new light fixture and recessed lighting package, and a new HVAC (less than 6 months old). Designed for both entertaining and everyday living, the formal dining room is drenched in natural light from a bay window and easily accommodates gatherings of eight or more. Just beyond, the massive kitchen truly serves as the heart of the home-boasting new quartz countertops, a crisp subway tile backsplash, an all-new dishwasher, all-new stove/oven, and an abundance of cabinetry that ensures no shortage of storage or prep space. A spacious breakfast room offers additional seating and flexibility, easily doubling as a cozy keeping room. Continuing the theme of generous proportions, the oversized laundry room doubles as a mudroom with ample cabinetry and workspace. Tucked down the left wing of the home, three perfectly sized bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations, complete with updated ceiling fan light fixtures and ample closet space. Set apart by its space and serene views, the primary suite offers a true retreat within the home. Privately positioned and accessed through double doors, this spacious haven is complemented by a beautifully updated ensuite bath featuring a frameless tiled shower, refined custom finishes, and thoughtfully designed closet shelving for optimal organization. Outdoors, the setting delivers a peaceful, woodland-inspired escape with mature trees creating a shaded canopy over the backyard, all gently bordered by a serene creek-offering a rare sense of privacy and natural beauty in such a convenient West Athens location. Whether enjoying quiet mornings on the new deck or hosting gatherings in the expansive living spaces with ease, this property provides a well-rounded lifestyle of space, updates, accessibility, and thoughtful design.

160 Kirkwood Drive, Athens

Listing courtesy of BHHS Georgia Properties.

$245,900
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10713227 MLS
Nestled on the beautiful Riverbend Parkway between the UGA Golf Course and the Oconee River, this roomy 2098 square foot three level condominium, with two decks and a patio, looks out over a wooded hill anchored by a natural stream. With three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, two half-baths, a dining area, living room, lower living area with a spare room (currently used as an additional bedroom), there is ample room for living and gathering with friends. (More like ample +) The unit has two numbered parking spaces placed conveniently at the front door. The decks and patio provide private outdoor spaces to relax and enjoy the wonder of nature. Feel like being more social, sit out on the front porch and say "hi" to your neighbors as they walk by on the sidewalk to the pool or exercise. The architectural design of this community is meant to blend in with the natural surroundings and not to steal the show. The University of Georgia's main campus is only a few miles away, and the UGA Veterinary School is a mere three miles away, across College Station Rd from the new Super Kroger and other shopping and dining on the Eastside. Three miles west and you will be right in the middle of the 5Points neighborhood where some of the most renowned restaurants in Georgia call home. Need to dash fast or far, just hop on the Loop and quickly spin around the perimeter of the Athens and pop out in other parts of town, or connect to a number of highways toward your weekend adventure. Professional, student or family, it's time to settle into Fernbanks, before you settle into something less. (Oh, and a home warranty is provided by the sellers). BONUS - The association is renovating the exteriors now. Come look!

106 Fernbanks Court, Athens

Listing courtesy of BHHS Georgia Properties.

$12,099,000
10707862 MLS
For Sale: 100 Acres of Prime Investment Land Near Downtown Athens Positioned just 3.5 miles from the heart of Athens, this expansive property offers unmatched potential. Featuring open pastures, wooded trails, and multiple ponds, it's perfectly suited for a mixed-use project, eco-community, or luxury farmstead. Frontage along the newly expanded Firefly Trail provides direct pedestrian and biking access to downtown and the University of Georgia. As growth continues east of Athens, this property sits at the center of opportunity-ideal for forward-thinking investors or developers. This 100 acre property for sale is made up of two parcels. Address: 1695 Spring Valley Rd Parcel ID: 223 017 Acres: 73.54 Address: 1401 Murrell Rd Parcel ID: 223 017A Acres: 26.08 (The property is currently under an agricultural easement with Athens-Clarke County, which can be terminated at any time. This should not be confused with a conservation easement through Athens Land Trust, which is permanent and carries different restrictions)

1695 Spring Valley Road, Athens

Listing courtesy of Trelora Realty, Inc..

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