Eco Friendly
Address
1231 Founders Lake Drive, Athens, GA
Price
$ 825,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#CM1025614
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOconee Co.
- CityAthens
- NeighborhoodFounders Grove
- Zip30606
- Style
- Year Built2002
- Taxes$ 3160
- Price$ 825,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage3288
- Lot Size0.69 Acres
Data Source:
Savannah MLS (SMLC)
Property Description
Welcome home to Founders Grove. This exceptional executive residence is now on the market and ready for new owners. One of Athens most prestigious neighborhoods with an Athens address in Oconee County with award winning schools. You walk in to a dramatic two story foyer and beautiful crown molding throughout the home. Bathed in natural lighting and a very spacious layout. Plantation shutters on the main with an abundance of windows in the back for natural lighting. Great room with soaring ceilings and all hardwoods on the main. Office space for those who like to work from home. Bedroom on the main with its own full bath. Master suite with lavish master bath and not one but 2 large master custom closets. Over $30k of upgrades the last few years from the new quartz countertops to new lighting in the dining room, breakfast room and master bath. Not to mention the new front door to allow more light into the foyer. All 22 canned lights are new LED recessed lights with 5 settings from warm to cool white. Both master closets have custom California Closets as well as the pantry. One room in the basement is finished in addition the workshop, mechanical room and the garage have new polyspartic/epoxy floors. The workout room has tile floors. There are 2 mini split 3 ton ac units in the basement which can be used to cool the basement. They are like new. Also an extra service panel has been installed if you decide to finish the basement. Only one room is completed in the basement. Step outside to the newly stained oversized deck to a yard full of flowering plants, an herb garden, fig tree and muscadines. Not to mention the established asparagus bed. You can enjoy fresh asparagus daily in the spring and share. Yard was re sodded with zoysia for easy care on back and the side. A backyard paradise with azaleas, camillias, roses, jasmine, dahlias, and more perenials for easy care. The neighborhood has a pool, lake, common areas with tennis and pickleball courts. Small clubhouse for get togethers or birthday parties. Located just minutes from Epps Bridge shopping, UGA, in-town Athens, and Watkinsville, this home is truly one not to be missed.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Malcom Bridge Elementary School | Malcom Bridge Middle School | North Oconee High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/17/2025 | Listed $849,000 |
| 9/24/2025 | 2$829,000 |
| 11/13/2025 | Listed $825,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Forced Air,Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric |
| Utilities | Cable Available |
| Possession | Close Plus 3 to 5 Days,Negotiable |
| Appliances | Some Electric Appliances,Double Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Self Cleaning Oven |
| HOA Fee | 850 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Pool Features | Community |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Year Built | 2002 |
| Topography | Sloping |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Ownership | Owner/Agent |
| Community Features | Clubhouse,Community Pool,Sidewalks,Tennis Court(s) |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Oconee Co. |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | true |
| Energy Efficient | Windows |
| Subdivision Name | Founders Grove |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Hwy 316 take the Oconee conn towards Watkinsville. At the light take a left on Daniels Bridge Rd and right into Founders Grove. Left on Founders Lake and home is on the left. |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2025-12-14T05:20:05.647-00:00 |
| High School | North Oconee |
| City | Athens |
| Association Name | Founders Grove HOA |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Elementary School | Malcom Bridge |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3160 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Middle/Junior High School | Malcom Bridge |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/sav/CM1025614 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/sav/CM1025614 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| Expected Active Date | 2025-05-19 |
| PostalCity | Athens |
| Legal Description | 1331 GMD, Oconee Co Lot 45 Block A Phase 2 Founders Grove |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Area,Tray Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Double Vanity,Entrance Foyer,Fireplace,High Ceilings,Jetted Tub,Kitchen Island,Primary Suite,Pantry,Pull Down Attic Stairs,Recessed Lighting,Separate Shower,Upper Level Primary,Programmable Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full,Interior Entry,Bath/Stubbed,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile,Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Gas,Great Room,Gas Log |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Basement (Y/N) | true |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 3288 |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Room,Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 530 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Deck |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Yard Fenced |
| Parking Features | Garage Door Opener,Kitchen Level,Parking Available |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Private,Sloped,Sprinkler System |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Inclusions | Alarm-Smoke/Fire,Ceiling Fans,Gas Logs |
| Lot Size Area | 0.69 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.69 |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Door Features | Storm Door(s) |
| Number of Pads | 2 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 30606
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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