Discover refined, single-level living at 1 Royal Oak Drive in Athens' desirable Oak Grove community. This beautifully appointed three-bedroom, two-bath residence combines timeless architectural elegance with thoughtful modern updates, featuring soaring ceilings, exquisite crown molding, brand-new carpeting, and abundant natural light throughout. A gracious foyer welcomes you into an inviting floor plan featuring a private office or library, spacious living room with striking stone-surround fireplace, and elegant dining area with designer lighting. The beautifully appointed kitchen showcases polished marble countertops, premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and exceptional attention to detail. The primary suite offers a private retreat with a spectacularly renovated bath featuring a freestanding soaking tub, oversized tiled shower with custom glass doors, quartz double vanity, and generous walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the main-level living spaces. Covered front and rear porches invite year-round outdoor enjoyment, while the detached two-car garage features spacious unfinished square footage above, offering exceptional storage or potential for future expansion. Ideally located near Normaltown, downtown Athens, the University of Georgia, UGA's expanding medical campus, and Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. Oak Grove offers sidewalks, neighborhood amenities, and convenient access to dining, shopping, and major transportation corridors connecting to Atlanta, the Carolinas, and North Georgia's mountains and lakes. Timeless elegance. Exceptional location. Effortless Athens living.
Impressive one level upscale home fits the "Royal" address it occupies. Recent renovations have added additional charm to this three bedroom two bath home with high ceilings and beautiful trim throughout. Front and back covered porches provide outdoor enjoyment for all seasons. Windows in every room bring natural light into the open floor plan, enhancing the ambiance throughout. Entering the foyer with a distinctive chandelier, there is an office/library through doors on the left and the guest bedrooms are to the right with a bath in between. The fireplace with stone surround is the focus of the living area. The ample dining area features a designers chandelier and opens into the kitchen. Polished marble countertops and top-of-the-line appliances along with well appointed cabinets and exceptional lighting details highlight the upscale kitchen. The utility room is adjacent to the kitchen and offers storage, washer/dryer connections, a sink with cabinets above and access to the side yard. The owners suite is a welcoming retreat enhanced by the totally renovated bath with porcelain plank flooring, free standing soaking tub with a filler and sprayer and shower complete with custom barn glass doors, stainless shower product shelf and large format porcelain tiles up to the 10 ft ceiling. A walk-in closet, a quartz vanity with dual sinks, ceiling lights on dimmers and designer chandelier over the soaking tub are some of the special features and upgrades. The two-car garage is accessed via the rear porch and has a walk up attic for storage and option to add finished square footage for additional uses. The neighborhood offers sidewalks for walking, an amenity area and easy access to adjacent restaurants and stores along with access to downtown Athens and Interstate access.
Hive MLS #CL342876
Dec 18, 2025
Sold
$655,000
$282/sq ft
Nov 17, 2025
Listing Removed
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Oct 31, 2025
Listed
$675,000
$290/sq ft
+42
Impressive one level upscale home fits the "Royal" address it occupies. Recent renovations have added additional charm to this three bedroom two bath home with high ceilings and beautiful trim throughout. Front and back covered porches provide outdoor enjoyment for all seasons. Windows in every room bring natural light into the open floor plan, enhancing the ambiance throughout. Entering the foyer with a distinctive chandelier, there is an office/library through doors on the left and the guest bedrooms are to the right with a bath in between. The fireplace with stone surround is the focus of the living area. The ample dining area features a designer's chandelier and opens into the kitchen. Polished marble countertops and top-of-the-line appliances along with well appointed cabinets and exceptional lighting details highlight the upscale kitchen. The utility room is adjacent to the kitchen and offers storage, washer/dryer connections, a sink with cabinets above and access to the side yard. The owners suite is a welcoming retreat enhanced by the totally renovated bath with porcelain plank flooring, free standing soaking tub with a filler and sprayer and shower complete with custom barn glass doors, stainless shower product shelf and large format porcelain tiles up to the 10 ft ceiling. A walk-in closet, a quartz vanity with dual sinks, ceiling lights on dimmers and designer chandelier over the soaking tub are some of the special features and upgrades. The two-car garage is accessed via the rear porch and has a walk up attic for storage and option to add finished square footage for additional uses. The neighborhood offers sidewalks for walking, an amenity area and easy access to adjacent restaurants and stores along with access to downtown Athens and Interstate access.
GAMLS #10322054
Aug 6, 2024
Sold
$645,000
$277/sq ft
Jul 5, 2024
Pending
—
Jun 24, 2024
Contingent
—
May 13, 2024
Listed
$650,000
$280/sq ft
Hive MLS #CM1017152
Aug 6, 2024
Sold
$645,000
$277/sq ft
May 13, 2024
Listed
$650,000
$280/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 9, 2023
Sold
$520,000
$224/sq ft
GAMLS #20071628
Dec 31, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Oct 30, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Sep 21, 2022
Price Changed
$595,000
$256/sq ft
Sep 13, 2022
Price Changed
$640,000
$275/sq ft
Sep 6, 2022
Listed
$675,000
$290/sq ft
Hive MLS #CM872195
Aug 27, 2004
Listed
$324,500
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 9, 2004
Sold
$38,800
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,100 (−11.4%)
$26,000 + $236,690
$262,690
2025
$8,014 (+23.3%)
$26,000 + $232,114
$258,114
2024
$6,500 (+73.1%)
$24,000 + $184,000
$208,000
2023
$3,756 (−9.8%)
$24,000 + $184,000
$208,000
2022
$4,166 (+1.3%)
$24,000 + $183,840
$207,840
2021
$4,111 (+1.3%)
$24,000 + $148,106
$172,106
2020
$4,056 (+2.4%)
$20,000 + $127,508
$147,508
2019
$3,960 (+2.1%)
$20,000 + $127,508
$147,508
2018
$3,878 (+2.2%)
$20,000 + $118,165
$138,165
2017
$3,794 (+2.8%)
$20,000 + $106,236
$126,236
2016
$3,691 (−2.3%)
$20,000 + $106,236
$126,236
2014
$3,778
$20,000 + $105,131
$125,131
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,217 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,325
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,325
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clarke County
APN
054B1 D001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
RS-8
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the RS district is to stabilize and protect the owner occupied housing characteristics of the district and to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Cemetery
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
25% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Athens, GA • 30607
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Athens. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1 Royal Oak Dr
$660,314
$4,686 under list price of $665K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $285K to $531K.