For sale

$290,000

Est. $1,899/mo —

•

1,850

sq ft

240 Merlin Pl, Athens, GA 30606

About this home

Welcome to 240 Merlin Place—where modern style meets an unbeatable Athens location! This fully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath brick home offers approximately 1,824 square feet of beautifully refreshed living space on a generous half-acre lot. Step inside to discover an open, light-filled interior featuring updated flooring, fresh finishes, modern lighting, and a stunning kitchen with white cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Both bathrooms have been stylishly renovated, while the flexible lower level provides additional space for entertaining, a home office, game room, or guest retreat. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard, extended driveway, and covered parking. Best of all, the home is conveniently located near Downtown Athens, the University of Georgia, Normaltown, shopping, dining, and entertainment—with Sanford Stadium less than 20 minutes away! Whether you’re searching for a move-in-ready home or an exciting Athens investment opportunity, this one checks all the boxes. Don’t miss it—schedule your showing today!

Single-familyProperty Type

1968Year Built

0.52 acresLot Size

$157Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Mutzy Parra • Virtual Properties Realty.com

Contact: 770-771-4942

Source:FMLS #7860363

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$1,899 per month

Principal and interest$1,583

Property taxes

$188

HOA dues

Home insurance

$128

Utilities

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Whitehead Road Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

6/10

Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

7/10

Clarke Central High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi

5/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

240 Merlin Pl · $290,000

Strong offer

$293K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $293K+ is a strong offer

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Decorative fireplace
Shutters
No common walls
Other interior features

Bedrooms
4 bedrooms: 2 on the main level and 2 on the lower level
Primary bedroom on the main level

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms: 1 on the main level and 1 on the lower level
Primary bathroom with separate tub and shower

Kitchen
Electric cooktop, electric oven, microwave, and range hood
White cabinets
Kitchen island

Laundry & utility
Laundry in hall

Flooring
Vinyl flooring

Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 240 Merlin Pl

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

FMLS #7860363

Oct 28, 2026

Listed

$290,000

$157/sq ft

GAMLS #10880400

Oct 28, 2026

Listed

$290,000

$157/sq ft

+26

Welcome to 240 Merlin PlaceCowhere modern style meets an unbeatable Athens location! This fully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath brick home offers approximately 1,824 square feet of beautifully refreshed living space on a generous half-acre lot. Step inside to discover an open, light-filled interior featuring updated flooring, fresh finishes, modern lighting, and a stunning kitchen with white cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Both bathrooms have been stylishly renovated, while the flexible lower level provides additional space for entertaining, a home office, game room, or guest retreat. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard, extended driveway, and covered parking. Best of all, the home is conveniently located near Downtown Athens, the University of Georgia, Normaltown, shopping, dining, and entertainmentCowith Sanford Stadium less than 20 minutes away! Whether youCOre searching for a move-in-ready home or an exciting Athens investment opportunity, this one checks all the boxes. DonCOt miss itCoschedule your showing today!

GAMLS #10845424

Oct 26, 2026

Listing Removed

—

Sep 14, 2026

Listed

$310,000

$168/sq ft

GAMLS #7348473

Oct 29, 2014

Sold

$60,017

$32/sq ft

Hive MLS #CM940873

Oct 1, 2014

Listed

$55,000

$30/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 13, 2001

Sold

$85,000

$46/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,258 (+38.6%)

$14,000 + $58,736

$72,736

2025

$1,629 (+8.7%)

$12,000 + $59,306

$71,306

2024

$1,499 (+91.9%)

$12,000 + $51,932

$63,932

2023

$781 (−32.3%)

$12,000 + $51,932

$63,932

2022

$1,154 (+40.9%)

$12,000 + $46,962

$58,962

2021

$819 (+13.0%)

$10,400 + $35,762

$46,162

2020

$724 (+19.6%)

$10,400 + $21,098

$31,498

2019

$606 (+5.0%)

$10,400 + $21,098

$31,498

2018

$577 (+15.7%)

$8,000 + $19,848

$27,848

2017

$499 (+14.1%)

$8,000 + $16,690

$24,690

2016

$437 (−38.6%)

$8,000 + $16,690

$24,690

2014

$712

$8,000 + $12,921

$20,921

Public record

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Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

1.5

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.52 Acres

Year renovated

1994

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,850

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,850

Year built

1968

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Clarke County

APN

062B4 C011

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 26, 2026.

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 • 30606

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

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Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

97/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 16% for direct sun exposure in Athens. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.1 hrs

6.5 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 240 Merlin Pl

$287,189

$2,811 under list price of $290K

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Rental earnings

Est. $1,913 per month, based on comparable rentals

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