Athens Homes with Walking Trails Community Features

Athens Homes with Walking Trails Community Features

Welcome to Athens, Georgia—a vibrant city steeped in rich history, artistic flair, and Southern charm. Nestled in Clarke County, Athens is known for its picturesque landscapes, lively music scene, and a strong sense of community. This city is home to the renowned University of Georgia, which infuses the area with youthful energy and a diverse cultural tapestry. From historic architecture to modern amenities, Athens offers a unique blend of the past and present, making it a wonderful place to call home.

For those seeking a lifestyle that embraces both nature and community, the Homes with Walking Trails community in Athens is an ideal choice. Imagine stepping outside your door and finding yourself surrounded by beautifully designed walking trails that wind through lush greenery and serene parks. These trails not only provide a perfect setting for morning jogs or leisurely strolls but also foster a sense of connection among neighbors.

The community features a variety of homes that cater to different tastes and lifestyles, ensuring that everyone can find their perfect fit. With amenities such as picnic areas, playgrounds, and community events, residents can enjoy a vibrant social life while staying active and engaged with nature.

Living in Athens means experiencing a harmonious blend of urban excitement and tranquil outdoor living. Whether you’re exploring the local shops, dining at eclectic restaurants, or enjoying a concert under the stars, you’ll find that Athens truly has something for everyone. Discover your dream home in this charming city and embrace a lifestyle filled with adventure, community, and the beauty of nature.

Newest Athens Homes with Walking Trails Community Features

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ CL353289 MLS

Surround yourself with the timeless beauty and elegance of this Craftsman cottage perched atop a shady corner lot on Athens' storied Oglethorpe Avenue. This old soul boasts a playful floor plan inviting you and your guests to soak in the heart pine floors, lofty 12' ceilings, period light fixtures, ample natural light and miles of gorgeous trim work. The two generously sized bedrooms flank a central parlor that leads into a bright dining room adjoining a peaceful outdoor deck and firepit via French doors. A cheery kitchen with large terra-cotta floor tiles features a farmhouse sink overlooking mature trees. To each side find hand crafted salvaged pine cabinets and a custom-built kitchen island topped with walnut butcher block. Bring your books and curios for the handsome built-in cabinet in the living room, spark up a fire in the updated gas fireplace, and run a bath in the clawfoot tub surrounded with wainscot atop the pinwheel tile floor. You may never want to leave this haven but one of Athens' most desired neighborhoods awaits! Enjoy the many restaurants, bars and shops of the charming Normaltown commercial district. Chose between two local swimming pools after tennis, pickleball or many other activities at Bishop Park and the Athens YMCA before picking up your local produce and artisan crafts at the Athens Farmers Market. Keep in mind all of these Athens gems are located within 1 mile of this property! As far as value goes, we've got you covered. New tankless water heater, well-maintained HVAC and immediate proximity to the UGA Health Sciences Campus and Piedmont Regional Hospital is a strong selling suit. To top it off, this property grossed well over 7k in just 11 days of rental in 2025 as an owner-occupied short term rental! They just don't build them like this anymore. Let this one-of-a-kind home be your???????????????????????????????????????? Shangri-La!

905 Oglethorpe Ave, Athens

Listing courtesy of Corcoran Classic Living.

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ CL353277 MLS

101 Red Maple Dr, Athens

Listing courtesy of Prestige Properties of Georgia.

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ CL352880 MLS

Well-maintained, recently painted 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse located in the desirable and peaceful Whitehall Village community. Enjoy a quiet, walkable neighborhood featuring a swimming pool, ample sidewalks, and scenic walking trails leading to the North Oconee River. Conveniently situated just an easy e-bike ride from UGA’s main campus and veterinary school, Kroger, Publix, local dining, shopping, and more—the perfect blend of convenience, and low-maintenance living.

265 Center Park Ln, Athens

Listing courtesy of Greater Athens Properties.

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ CL349708 MLS ⋅ J W York Homes BLDG.

In-town, New Construction, by Award-Winning local builder, J W York Homes: Modern 2-story, 3/2-5 home with attached garage, and large back porch overlooking deep lot with acres of woods behind lot. Conveniently located within blocks of so much of what makes living in Athens a truly special place to live. The entirety of 1st floor is open common living area, which connects to a large back porch and garage with electric car charger. The main level is anchored by a stylish kitchen, with shaker style cabinetry, quartz counters, tile backsplash, stainless appliances, an island with pendant lighting, and a pantry. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, including a primary suite with trey ceiling, a wall of closet space, and overlooking lush views of mature tree canopy. Additionally, there’s a laundry closet off the upstairs hallway. The backyard is deep, providing a large outdoor recreational area, or room for a potential secondary structure: guest cottage, workshop, studio space. The neighborhood is an eclectic mix of architecture, both Historic and Contemporary, with multiple parks and pedestrian/biking trails, all within blocks of a vibrant historic Downtown district, UGA’s Arches, and a truly beautiful campus. The older 3/2 cottage immediately to left of this property is scheduled for demo, and a stylish 2-story home with a 1/1 guest cottage behind it are scheduled to be built, and will be available as well. Several other new homes by same builder are scheduled to be completed within blocks of Downtown and UGA by August 1; several will be built on rare, approximately 1 acre lots, with guest cottages and garages.

169 Vine St, Athens

Listing courtesy of Corcoran Classic Living.

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ CL345129 MLS

Unparalleled development opportunity in the heart of Athens, this 1.96-acre parcel features 480+ feet of frontage along the Firefly Trail. Zoned RM-1 (16 beds/acre), this site is the ideal canvas for luxury townhomes or condos. Located across the street from the Peter Street entrance and iconic reconstructed trestle bridge, the property offers ultimate walkability. It is situated just steps away from the North Oconee River, Greenway Trail, Dudley Park, Downtown, and Trail Creek Park. Future residents connect directly to UGA and Sandy Creek Nature Center via the trail network. Situated next to Mama’s Boy restaurant and near Cafe Racer, this is a rare chance for a developer to place their mark on the future of the Firefly Trail.

357 S Peter St, Athens

Listing courtesy of HomeSmart.

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ CL345118 MLS

Unparalleled development opportunity in the heart of Athens, this 1.987-acre parcel features 480+ feet of frontage along the Firefly Trail. Zoned RM-1 (16 beds/acre), this site is the ideal canvas for luxury townhomes or condos. Located across the street from the Peter Street entrance and iconic reconstructed trestle bridge, the property offers ultimate walkability. It is situated just steps away from the North Oconee River, Greenway Trail, Dudley Park, Downtown, and Trail Creek Park. Future residents connect directly to UGA and Sandy Creek Nature Center via the trail network. Situated next to Mama’s Boy restaurant and near Cafe Racer, this is a rare chance for a developer to place their mark on the future of the Firefly Trail.

357 S Peter St, Athens

Listing courtesy of HomeSmart.

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ CL335327 MLS

Lovely West Side home offering 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 Baths, and over 3500 sq.ft. of fabulous living! Terrific floor plan that allows for comfortable entertaining, quiet retreats, lots of flex space indoors and great outdoor spaces to meet the needs of everyone including the fur babies! Highlights include a wonderful screened in porch overlooking the large level back yard, formal living and dining, cozy den with fireplace that opens to the spacious kitchen with brand new stove, breakfast area, three large bedrooms on the upper level including a huge oversized owners suite with sitting area or home office space and with a 2018 addition of a gorgeous zen garden tub. Enjoy the bright, functional terrace level with new carpet throughout, nice den, two bedrooms and full bath, and with outdoor access that opens to a cozy courtyard sitting area for enjoying your morning coffee. Extras include large walk in pantry, nice full sized laundry room, stainless appliances. Kingswood is a super kid friendly, walk friendly neighborhood with lots of annual events including a fall picnic. Peaceful walking trails by McNutt's Creek for the exclusive enjoyment of Kingswood residents. Walk to shopping and eating and Timothy Elementary. Central location and close to everything but with a quaint neighborly feel of yesteryear.

160 Edgewood Dr, Athens

Listing courtesy of Greater Athens Properties.

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