For Sale135d on market
255 Plum Nelly Rd
Athens, GA, 30606 • 30606 • Clarke County
$3,395,000
$670/sqft
-$255,000 since Feb 9, 2026
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
5Baths
5,069Sqft
5.6 acLot
1941Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Creek
Scenic Views
River · Seasonal View
Brick 4 Side,Traditional Style
Built 1941 · 85 years of history
Fivepoints
30606
Outdoor Living
Deck · Patio
3 Fireplaces
Family Room · Living Room · Other
Special Features
Other · Outbuilding · Shed(s)
Private Pool
In Ground
This home is getting attention
Listed 135 days ago · 1,016 views · 32 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
1,016 views
People checking out this listing
32 saves
Buyers have saved this home
135 days on market
Established listing
$670/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1941
Set on 5.58 acres along the Oconee River, this award-winning Chatts Island estate blends historic character with refined modern luxury. Originally built in the 1940s and thoughtfully renovated, the home offers over 5,000 SF of elegant living with four fireplaces, rich hardwoods, a grand curved staircase, and multiple French doors opening to sweeping outdoor spaces. The grounds feature manicured gardens, a terraced lawn, saltwater pool, covered slate patio, grilling kitchen, screened garden house, and a pickleball court. Inside, enjoy a chef's kitchen with pro-grade range, with dual ovens, wet bar service area with heart pine walls, and charming breakfast nook. The owner's suite offers a fireplace, custom closets, and spa bath. Additional guest suites are located on the upper level, a flexible library/4th bedroom option, and a vaulted bonus room above the garage offer exceptional versatility. A rare riverfront estate and 2025 Piedmont Garden Tour participant! ASK FOR PROPERTY WEBSITE!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights rich hardwoods, screened garden house, and charming breakfast nook as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$21,386/month
Principal & Interest$16,859
Property Tax$3,395
Insurance$1,132
Down payment20% ($679,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.33% rate · 30yr fixed · $2,716,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1941
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Parking6 Attached Garage spaces
Lot5.58 Acres
Days on Zillow135 Days
Price/sqft$670
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBrick 4 Side,Traditional
ConditionResale
Year built1941
Stories2
Systems
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
RoofComposition
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPrivate, Public, Well / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
BasementInterior Entry,Unfinished
Fireplaces3
FencingOther
Lot5.58 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood30606
Annual tax$12,315
Parcel124C1B001
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
19 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
High Ceilings
Other
Split Foyer
Tray Ceiling(s)
Entrance Foyer
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Wet Bar
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Double Oven
Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood
Other
Tile
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Laundry
Upper Level
Fireplace
Family Room
Living Room
Other
Green/Energy
Thermostat
Exterior Features
Exterior
Garden
Sprinkler System
Parking
Attached
Garage
Garage Door Opener
Off Street
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Deck
Patio
Lot Features
Private
Community
None
Security
Security System
Views
River
Seasonal View
Pool Features
In Ground
Utilities
Underground Utilities
Other Structures
Other
Outbuilding
Shed(s)
Room details
1 room detailed
Kitchen
Breakfast AreaKitchen IslandSolid Surface Counters
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market135
Est. value$3,067,700
Est. rent$5,859/mo
Tax rate0.83%
Price/sqft$670
On marketDec 1, 2025
PostedDec 1, 2025
Last sold$767,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedMar 31, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,016
Favorites32
How are the schools in Athens?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Athens, GA, 30606
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 9, 2026Price Change$3,395,000$670GAMLS
Dec 1, 2025Listed For Sale$3,650,000$720GAMLS
Dec 14, 2012Sold$767,000$151Hive MLS
May 21, 2010Price Change$1,090,000$215Systems Engineering, Inc.
Jun 13, 2009Listed For Sale$1,290,000$254Systems Engineering, Inc.
Price Change$3,395,000
Feb 9, 2026•$670/sqft•GAMLS
Listed For Sale$3,650,000
Dec 1, 2025•$720/sqft•GAMLS
Sold$767,000
Dec 14, 2012•$151/sqft•Hive MLS
Price Change$1,090,000
May 21, 2010•$215/sqft•Systems Engineering, Inc.
Listed For Sale$1,290,000
Jun 13, 2009•$254/sqft•Systems Engineering, Inc.
Tax history
26 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2025$12,316$599,395
Apr 15, 2024$12,417$529,522
Apr 15, 2023$12,647$548,019
Apr 15, 2022$11,935$452,703
Apr 15, 2021$11,993$408,994
Apr 15, 2020$11,870$391,094
Apr 15, 2019$11,682$377,616
Apr 15, 2018$11,421$362,784
Apr 15, 2017$11,421$361,019
Apr 15, 2016$11,397$334,958
Apr 15, 2015$11,032$334,994
Apr 15, 2014$11,050$334,994
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Athens, GA • Clarke County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby zip codes
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