The Real Estate Book - Athens, GA - 40.1

Athens, Ga & Surrounding Counties

HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 40, Issue 1

Exceptional OconeeCounty 72 ACRE ESTATE

NEAR WATKINSVILLE

Denise Beck (706) 614-1625

Stephen Smith (706) 248-8175

Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty 706-543-4000

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BEAUTIFUL FARM ON 841 +/- ACRES SOUTH OF WATKINSVILLE & MINUTES TO ATHENS. 3100 ft of Oconee River frontage. Hunters/ investors bargain! Price drastically reduced to $3,300/acre. Text R1065831 to 52187 Call Jerry 706-202-0335

AMAZING 4BD/4BA HOME ON 1+ ACRE IN OCONEE COUNTY. Kitchen sits off great & dining rooms, perfect for entertaining. Owner’s suite w/sitting area & large ensuite bath. Fin walk out basement. Text R1068037 to 52187 Call Melanie 706-621-1849

IMMACULATE 5 BD, 3.5 BA HOME with basement on 1.47 acres in Oconee County!

Upgraded flooring, upgraded beautiful gourmet kitchen, large Mstr on Main and secluded back yard. Text R1055025 to 52187 Call Jerry 706-202-0335

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UNIQUE AND SPACIOUS 4BD/4.5BA on over LIKE NEW 4 BR/3.5 BA HOME IN HIGHLY 3BD/2BA IN BROOKSTONE FEATURING 12 acres in Crystal Hills! Wonderful for enterDESIRABLE OCONEE COUNTY. Open floor A GREAT ROOM with fireplace & Owner’s taining,770-294-1014 expansive Great Room, large678-425-8308 Owner’s plan, Mstr on706-224-8886 Main, kitchen upgrades, large Bedroom/Bathroom on main, large 706-202-4692 706-206-5282 Suite on the main, exercise room with sauna bedrooms, screened proch and large office/utility room & unfinished storage space. & greenhouse. Text R1042300 to 52187 sodded back yard. Text R1040482 to 52187 Large fenced yard. Text R996385 to 52187 Call Brenda 706-714-4509 Call Chad 706-248-7481 Call Jerry 706-202-0335

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WOODED 1.5 ACRE LOT IN DESIRABLE SECLUDED ON BIGGER CREEK IN HULL! This beauMAINTAINED AND MOVE IN READY! homeownership in our community. It has also been rewardingWELL to support the success of many NORTH OCONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT? Perfect tiful home offers 6 BD, 4.5 BA with finished baseEat-in kitchen with stainless appliances, associates with my6.5 firm while inpartially a transaction.

Now,and a lot for basement home in sales Lane Creek subdivi- whether ment. affiliated Nestled perfectly on over acresoryou’ll feel cooperating 1.52 acres, fenced backyard sion. Easy access to Golf the Course, communityvalue, marketing like you own 100.

A slice of heaven bedroom with spacious owner’s enhanced resources, and just theminutes full array of split services thatplan Berkshire Hathaway pool & tennis courts. Text R1045050 to 52187 from the action in Athens. Text R919694 to 52187 suite. New 3 ton 14 SEER heat pump.

HomeServices Georgia Properties we continue to redefine your realtoestate Call Heatheradds, McElroyensures 706-206-5282 Call Jerry 706-202-0335 Text R1055023 52187 experiences for years to come. - Brenda S. Blanton Call Heather McElroy 706-206-5282

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PRISTINE & BEAUTIFUL OCONEE COUNTY FARM ESTATE ON ROSE CREEK. 72+ acres & addĘźl 102 acres available to purchase next door. Beautiful Custom Built Home, 5 bedrooms & 4 baths & 2 half baths with master on the main, amazing kitchen has a large entertaining granite island, Thermador 4 burner stove/oven with griddle, Monogram stainless double ovens, New subzero refrigerator/freezer, fabulous walk in pantry plus a butlerĘźs pantry & coffee bar. Open floor plan with staircase which overlooks an amazing lanai with salt water pool & spa opening onto an outdoor living space with stone fireplace, outdoor kitchen & private bath access. 2 large home offices & media/rec room. 3 car garage & finished barn apartment with 4 garage access doors for storage. Just 7 minutes from downtown Watkinsville! Text R1058587 to 52187

Denise Beck (706) 614-1625

Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty 706-543-4000

Stephen Smith (706) 248-8175

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JERRY CRAIG 524 Hill Street Athens, GA 30606

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IMMACULATE 5 BD, 3.5 BA HOME with basement on 1.47 acres in Oconee County!

Upgraded flooring, upgraded beautiful gourmet kitchen, large Mstr on Main and secluded back yard. $475,000 Text R1055025 to 52187

LIKE NEW 4 BR/3.5 BA HOME in highly desirable Oconee County. Open floor plan, Mstr on Main, kitchen upgrades, large bedrooms, screened proch and large sodded back yard. $355,000 Text R1040482 to 52187

BRING YOUR OWN PLAN/BUILDER TO BUILD YOUR CUSTOM HOME on wooded 1.39 acre lot in Oconee County. Perfect for a basement home with limited view of river. 10 minutes to UGA vet school. $65,000 Text R1045071 to 52187

WOODED 1.5 ACRE LOT IN DESIRABLE NORTH OCONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT? Perfect lot for basement home in Lane Creek subdivision. Easy access to Golf Course, community pool & tennis courts. $87,500 Text R1045050 to 52187

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BEAUTIFUL FARM ON 841 +/- ACRES just south of Watkinsville & 30 minutes to downtown Athens. 3100 ft of Oconee River frontage, 450 ft of Hwy.15 frontage & 2+ miles of county road frontage, fields & timberland! Hunters/ investors bargain! Price drastically reduced to $3,300/acre. Text R1065831 to 52187

RHETT BUTLER 706-354-0444 www.rhettbutler.biz

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Mark Arnold

Levon McCall

John Colclough

Jana Loyd Colclough

Karen Foster

Elizabeth Thurmond

Ashton Lewis

Anna Greenway

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Nedra McKinley

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Why did we make the switch to • Fast closing times PFB Mortgage? With the purchase • Local underwriting market being so competitive, we • Full portfolio of loan needed a company that could programs including but not streamline the mortgage process. limited to Conventional, FHA, After researching all the local lenders, VA, USDA, One time close we found that PFB Mortgage had all construction loans, Doctor the items we were looking for in a Loans, Rehab loans, HELOC’s, GA Dream Program. mortgage lender.

Let us help you take the stress out of buying a home Alan Coleman Mortgage Loan Officer 706-347-2346 Cell 404-393-6524 Fax acoleman@bankpfb.com NMLS#448093 1586 Mars Hill Rd. Suite. C Watkinsville, GA 30677 PFB mortgage NMLS #500174 • Member FDIC

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18+ ACRES AND HISTORIC HOME!

Easy access to Athens. Open land, double road frontage, old store on the property, the house was built in 1860 and the potential is unbelievable.

Security system in place.Text R1010612 to 52187

DEBORAH BURDETTE 706.207.2825 Burdette Realty 706.795.3600

41.2 ACRES IN ELBERT COUNTY

41.2 ACRES IN ELBERT COUNTY WITH CREEK and plenty of places to create a home place, a mini farm and more. No restrictions and three additional acreage tracts available. $2,700 per acre.

MADISON COUNTY

SHELLEY PHILLIPS 706.476.9489 RE/MAX Classic 706.246.9697

COUNTRY LIVING AT ITʼS BEST!!!

3BR/2BA Cape Cod on a full finished basement. Reduced!!Text R563930 to 52187

GERRY BURDETTE 706.207.2820 Burdette Realty 706.795.3600

HUNTERS PARADISE

2.37 ACRES IN ELBERT COUNTY

2.37 ACRES IN ELBERT COUNTY. Great place to build your dream home and have plenty of privacy. No restrictions and three additional acreage tracts available. $16,632

132 acres of mature timber provides a haven for wildlife.

Power line easement and drive thru paths near the Oglethorpe & Elbert County lines. Creek on one boundary line. $277,200 Text R975413 to 52187 LEIGH SATTERFIELD 706.338.2514 Iris, Inc. Realty

DON’T LET YOUR PIPES BURST: Tips to Avoid Winter Pipe Damage Now that it’s the season of frosty weather, homeowners all over could begin dealing with frozen pipes. If your pipes freeze, not only are you in a bind with your water, but the damage to your home could be expensive to repair.

The following are some helpful, trusted tips to prevent pipes from freezing: MAINTAIN 55 DEGREES OR HIGHER Even when leaving the residence for extended periods of time, maintaining a temperature throughout the home of 55 degrees or higher will help add an extra level of security to the plumbing. Any increase you incur on the utility bill will still be less than the cost of typical repairs for burst water pipes or the damage it can cause to the rest of the home.

USE PIPE INSULATION PRODUCTS Installing specific pipe insulation products is a great precautionary measure. Pipe sleeves, heat tape and heat cable are all available for home use and can add an extra layer of protection.

LEAVE FAUCETS AT A TRICKLE Consider leaving faucets open at a trickle during the coldest temperatures. Even a small amount of water moving through your pipes will help prevent water from freezing in place.

CHECK INSULATION Homeowners should check the insulation in and around the house and identify any potential trouble areas. Filling in or adding insulation to attics, crawl spaces, basements and any other areas containing pipes may be necessary. Make sure to also seal any gaps that may be found in the home’s foundation or siding.

LEAVE CABINETS OPEN Kitchen and bathroom sink cabinets are best left open during the coldest parts of winter. This allows the warm air circulating in the home to enter and help warm the plumbing under the sink.

To further make sure your pipes are ready for winter, or if you suspect there is a potential issue, contact your local plumber so they can come out and inspect them right away. It is better to be proactive and prevent freezing pipes than to repair them after they’ve burst from freezing.

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S ’ R A YE NS O I T U L O S E SAVINGS R WNERS F O R H O M EO

The New Year is upon us, which means that it’s time again for resolutions you can stick to. Saving money is often one of the most common New Year’s resolutions, and one that can be easier to do (it’s a lot easier to take care of your finances than get on the stair stepper).

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And since owning a home is easily one of the biggest expenses the average person will have in their lifetime, saving money around the home is crucial. Even for those who are able to pay off their mortgage, the cost of annual maintenance - plus the little luxuries we tack on - can really add up. In order to save some money this upcoming year on home-related expenditures, consider these steps:

REFINANCE. Interest rates are still fairly low right now, so take a look at your current mortgage and assess if it would be wise to refinance. Cutting even $100 from your monthly mortgage payment will mean huge savings over the life of your loan. Be sure to understand the terms of the refinance, as sometimes the cost to refinance does not outweigh the savings. Consult your accountant or financial adviser as well before refinancing.

SHOP YOUR HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE. We often overlook the cost of homeowners insurance because it is escrowed and paid as part of our monthly mortgage payment. However, you could be greatly overpaying for homeowners insurance, which would increase your monthly mortgage payment unnecessarily. While you’re at it, ask your home insurance agent to package in your car, boat, or other insurance policies to get additional discounts, typically up to 20%.

REDUCE ENERGY WASTE. Take a look at your monthly energy bills to see how much energy you are really using each month.

Make efforts to reduce energy usage in the winter cold and summer heat by properly sealing windows and doors that could be susceptible to drafts. Set your thermostat a few degrees cooler during the day when no one is home to save on unnecessary heating and cooling.

Another way to reduce energy waste is by completely switching to LED lighting. LED light bulbs might cost a little bit more in the beginning, but in the long run, they save more money than incandescent bulbs. In-

candescent bulbs aren’t efficient: only about 10% to 15% of the electricity that they consume results in light. The rest is turned into heat, but not enough heat to add warmth to your house, so it’s a waste.

Making the switch will also help you fulfil a resolution to be better to the environment!

SKIM DOWN YOUR CABLE, PHONE AND INTERNET. Oftentimes, when homeowners set up their television, Internet and home phone service they get talked into a bigger package than they need. Do you really need the fastest Internet speed? How many of those 245 television channels do you actually watch? See if you can save yourself a few hundred dollars a year by downgrading your service package. A lot of service providers can help you save money by bundling services. At the very least, it’s worth it to give them a call and ask if there are any adjustments that can be made to your bill, since you’re a valued customer. It sometimes works!

GET SMART AT THE GROCERY STORE. We often think of our food costs as a necessity--therefore, we justify the expense. However, a little bit of frugality can go a long way when you’re working the aisles at your local market. Get in the habit of clipping coupons and checking the sale papers to make some smart food shopping choices.

By following these tips and consciously spending wisely, you will be able to sock away more money, which can come in handy, especially if you’re looking to move into a new home!

6 TIPS FOR MOVING DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON Moving is never fun, but moving during the holidays can be a downright drag. Sure, you’re excited to move into your new home, but with inclement weather and a myriad of social events to hopscotch around, or miss out on, it can take a lot of time and energy.

But the process doesn’t have to be a total time suck, as long as you plan and are well prepared for the move. To help, PODS has six tips for moving during the holidays to ensure you don’t have to forgo any traditions.

If you know your new address, consider including a change-of-address note in your holiday cards to family and friends alerting them in case they need to contact you.

Make an inventory of your household goods and begin to remove clutter leading up to the holidays. Start with the attic, basement, garage and other storage areas that are typically not frequented by house guests. You can even invite guests to take items you no longer need or those they may want.

If you’re cooking for the holidays, plan ahead and estimate how much food you’ll need. Send guests home with containers of leftovers. Also, if you’re a few weeks out from your move, consider incorporating frozen food items from your freezer into your holiday meals, since frozen items are more difficult to travel with.

Ask guests to hold off on bringing presents and have them sent directly to your new

home. Or, consider keeping gifts wrapped until you arrive at your new home for easy packing and unpacking.

Consider a storage container from a portable storage company to store extra items ahead of your move and declutter your home before guests arrive - perhaps even making room for more family. This offers convenience with your items fully accessible, if needed. Not to mention, you can keep your container on your property for easy access.

By following these tips, your move will be a lot easier, and you’ll be able to spend much more time this holiday season participating in festivities and enjoying the company of family and friends. To really save a lot of time, you can even contact a professional moving company to move your things with minimal involvement from you.

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New Home ForThe New Year!

JEFFERSON CITY SCHOOLS!

NEW CONSTRUCTION, 4BD/2.5BA, Huge family room opens to kitchen w/large island, granite counters & custom cabinets. 100% USDA eligible area. Builder pays $4000 with premium lenders. Text R1069390 to 52187 Jenny Maddox 770.480.6983 • Angie Eavenson 770.307.7611 All Star Realty Group 678.425.9520

SPECTACULAR HORSE FARM

8.3 ACRES, 2 BARNS, 3380 SQ.FT. BRICK HOME with 4 BR, 3 Baths, Split BR plan, extensive moldings throughout and hardwood floors. 8 stall barn has a tack room with a/c.

Spa house that’s great for relaxing. Text R903197 to 52187 Brenda Thompson 706.540.3613 Carriage House Realty 706.353.1750

YOUR OWN PRIVATE RETREAT CLOSE TO UGA

CUL-DE-SAC, FINISHED BASEMENT WITH BEDROOM, full bath, Laundry room and large Family room. Fenced backyard. New AC, New flooring, kitchen has 2 sky lights & large deck. Text R972215 to 52187 Nancy Denney 706.540.4381 Carriage House Realty 706.353.1750

NEW CONSTRUCTION - LAKE MEELER

BRAND NEW, SPACIOUS HOME ON A BASEMENT! Owner’s Suite + 2 more bedrooms on main. Upstairs has a large bonus room with bath. Breakfast area opens to vaulted fireside family room. Text R1045504 to 52187 Ale Clayton 678.758.2084 Reliant Realty 770.715.2800

NEW CONSTRUCTION IN SMALL COMMUNITY

3 BR/3BA, BONUS/OFFICE COULD BE 4TH BD, Granite in kitchen. Family rm with built-ins. 100% USDA Eligible area. Builder pays $4000 in closing costs with preferred lender. Text R1069395 to 52187 Jenny Maddox 770.480.6983 • Angie Eavenson 770.307.7611 All Star Realty Group 678.425.9520

14+ ACRES SURROUNDED BY VINEYARD

MADISON COUNTY HOME WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS and a unfinished walk up attic area. In ground pool, covered patio overlooks stocked pond and vineyard. Also has a guest cottage! Text R911883 to 52187 Brenda Thompson 706.540.3613 Carriage House Realty 706.353.1750

THIS HOME HAS IT ALL!

3BD/2BA CUL-DE-SAC RANCH HOME LOCATED IN MONROE minutes from Hwy 78. Setback from the street with plenty of privacy. Expanded side entry garage with ramp for wheelchair access. Text R1043977 to 52187 Mark DiJohn 678.591.6483 | Sandy Deaton 404.886.0191 Century 21 Results Realty Services 770.889.6090

NEW CONSTRUCTION - LAKE MEELER

SPACIOUS 4 BEDROOM, 3 BATH HOME features 2story entry foyer, fireside family room, separate dining room, gourmet kitchen with island & walk-in pantry.

This home is Move In Ready! Text R1045505 to 52187 Ale Clayton 678.758.2084 Reliant Realty 770.715.2800

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ATHENS CLASSIC PROPERTIES 706.543.3800

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B. PRESNELL 706.540.0757

ON A DOUBLE LOT, THIS 4BD/3BA HOME offers hardwood floors, custom molding, 9 ft ceilings, new bathrooms, redesigned kitchen with custom cabinetry, sunroom and a Tennessee fieldstone terrace.

Text R872530 to 52187

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PRIVATE POND WITH DOCK

BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED 4BD/3BA HOME with space for family & entertaining. Sunroom overlooks a beautiful garden setting & path to a POND. Fully fenced back yard.

Newly painted interior/exterior. Text R966726 to 52187

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BUILT BY A CREATION OF SOUTHERN ARTISTS, architects, gardeners and master craftsmen - an estate where country-French tradition is merged with the warmth and heart of the South! $1,280,000 Text R905836 to 52187

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So much potential! 2 bedroom 2 bath home with unfinished basement. 2 fireplaces, sunroom in a great location. Text R938827 to 52187

HELLO LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

We would like to take this opportunity to share something very important to us.

We just celebrated our 6th year anniversary as the local publishers of The Real Estate Book of Athens and Surrounding Counties. We are proud that our magazine has been helping buyers and sellers connect for over 40 years.

Behind the scenes, we are a small team making a lot happen! Every 4 weeks, our family delivers THOUSANDS of copies to HUNDREDS of local businesses in a matter of a few short days so we can help you Find a Place Called Home. We are small business owners and the majority of our distribution spots that allow us to display our books are local small businesses. Our advertisers are local and most call Athens home.

To our local advertisers and distribution spot businesses - THANK YOU for being professionals we are proud to showcase & work with. We appreciate you!

To our readers - THANK YOU for picking up this book and the next time you call one of the professionals in this book, please let them know you found them through us.

We hope we are able to help you find Your Place Called Home.

Cheers,

Susan Alvarado

770-364-7491 athenstreb@gmail.com

Member Athens Area Association of REALTORS®

Member Women's Council of REALTORS®, Athens Network

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Cindy Karp (706) 461-7253

Broker, GRI, ABR, WCR

Cindy@CindyKarp.com

Life Member of the Million Dollar Club Circle of Distinction Women's Council of REALTORS Athens Network 2017 Member of the Year

Office: (706) 549-3200 www.CindyKarp.com

Get Details Instantly! Text Property Code to 52187

Jay Braver (706) 510-6174

Arlene Williams (214) 534-5547

Deborah "Dee" Jackson Jay@JayBraver.com Arlene@CindyKarp.com (706) 338-3701 dee@cindykarp.com

3/2 IN OCONEE ON OVER AN ACRE, detached shop and garage $260,000Text R1062231 to 52187

PRIVATE GATED OCONEE ESTATE ON 5.17 ACRES with 6 BD and 6 BA. Master on main with finished inlaw suite on terrace level and custom theatre. $879,900 Text R988273 to 52187

A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH! Builderʼs home in Milford Hills priced for minor repairs. Private, lots of brick, wood floors, cedar shake roof, 3level deck, large kitchen, two HVACs and more. $179,900 Call Jay Text R750452 to 52187

GREAT BUY ON THE EAST SIDE ONLY 15 YRS. old with plenty of land and nature. Vacant and move-in ready.

Wonʼt last long. Call Dee 706-338-3701 Text R1004692 to 52187

PERFECT HOME IN A SUPERB LOCATION. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout and tile in bath. Generous closets in all rooms. New metal roof, fenced yard. Large kitchen. $254,900 Text R1033239 to 52187

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6BD/4.5BA HOME IN PREMIER SUBDIVISION. Well maintained, all brick, Master on main & separate in-law suite. Fin basement with workshop. No HOA, 1 year home warranty. $569,000 Text R901262 to 52187

15 BUILDING LOTS FOR SALE $25,000 EACH

3BD, 2BA CABIN WITH LAKE ACCESS TO LAKE HARTWELL. Owner/Agent Call Dee Text R975929 to 52187

COMMERCIAL SPACES FOR LEASE OR SALE

66.27 ACRES OFF ATLANTA HWY WITH RIVER FRONTAGE 65/ ACRE

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LOT IN TANGLEBROOK 2.5 AC $169,000

VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR LAND, COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES & CONDOS

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S M I T H S O N I A P L A N TAT I O N H O U S E

Timeless Elegance and Craftsmanship ORIGINALLY BUILT BY COL. JAMES MONROE SMITH IN 1863 AND OCCUPIED BY HIM UNTIL 1950 THIS HISTORIC PLANTATION HOUSE WAS COMPLETELY RENOVATED IN 2012.

You enter the property through the hand forged gate, parking next to former water tower with copper roof. 20 exterior doors lead to wide, wooden, covered porches you can look over the fields and watch a sunset, sunrise, look at the stars or lean back in the rocker and listen to the sound of the rain hitting your metal roof. The interior holds many surprises, an original safe, rumored to have held Confederate gold but now a pantry, a working well with bucket and water as sweet and pure as the day it was dug, 150 year old French leaded glass folding doors open into the library, an Egyptian tub, stair rails made from hand carved axe handles or 200 year old Egyptian hand forged metal, installed in honor of the 1890 visit of the Egyptian Pasha. 11 interior and 1 exterior fireplaces have the original mantels. Col SmithĘźs original bedroom is off the entry hall and leads into the large bathroom with round tub and separate shower. The wide hall leads to a great room, with fireplace, and has held over 60 guests. The plantation kitchen has windows opening into the great room and comes complete with two large pantries. Finished basement with fireplace, bathroom, kitchen, and bathroom.

Guest cottage with kitchen, fireplace, and porch.

Nothing else is like it! Text R1062223 to 52187

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CHARMING CRAFTSMAN COTTAGE

NEW CONSTRUCTION IN MADISON COUNTY! 3bd/2.5 baths, large country kitchen with granite countertops. Covered front and back porches.

Established Royal Oaks subdivision. $189,900| Call Tina 404-558-0286 Text R1055844 to 52187

TANNER BLUFF GEORGIAN

RARE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE ON TANNER BLUFF! 5000sqft, 4 ensuite bedrooms, full unfinished basement.

Mudroom, office, bonus room, screened porch! Perfect West Clarke location close to Epps Bridge Parkway & GA10 Loop. Tina 404-558-0286 Text R1058591 to 52187

MEADOW SPRINGS ALMOST FINISHED

CUSTOM BUILT 5 BEDROOM 4 BATH 3335 SQ FT. Swim & Tennis Community in Oconee county. Call James Dunlap 770-630-9731 Text R745982 to 52187

1 BLOCK FROM S. MILLEDGE!

BEAUTIFUL 3/1 HOME ON 1AC LOT features HW floors throughout the main living areas & the bedrooms + lots of windows letting in light. And a sunroom that will be your favorite place to relax! Diane Dillard 706-5405238 Text R982764 to 52187

35+/- PLUS ACRES

35 FENCED ACRES NICOLSON, two chicken houses, pole barn pond Rolling acreage enclosed storage building, has water, electricity. One bdrm Cabin on lake. Call Nathan for details. 706-540-0550 Text R685530 to 52187

CHARMING CRAFTSMAN COTTAGE

NEW CONSTRUCTION IN MADISON COUNTY! 3bd/2ba ranch with covered front and back porch. Established Royal Oaks subdivision. Convenient to Kroger Marketside shopping area. $189,900. Call Tina 404558-0286 Text R1055845 to 52187

STUNNING CRAFTSMAN IN GLENWOOD

THE ULTIMATE IN FIVE POINTS LIVING! 5 BR 3 1/2 BA, Keeping Room, LR, Game Room, Huge Master Suite, Soaring Ceilings, Remodeled Kitchen, Wood Floors, Sc. Porch, Fenced Yard. GREAT Price per SQFT. $839,900 Call Mot 706-202-3901 Text R901247 to 52187

30 ACRE HOBBY FARM

5 BED 4.5 BATH, full finished basement with carriage house above garage Approximate 15acres of fenced and cross fenced hot wired pasture. barn and utility building call James Dunlap 770-630-9731. Text R826515 to 52187

DARLING MADISON CO. MINIFARM!

3/2 BRICK RANCH HOME ON 10.11 AC with pecan trees, figs, blueberries & muscadines! This home has recent renovations inside & out including a new metal roof, new vinyl windows, new carpet & new HVAC! Clancy Short 706-255-0057 Text R960334 to 52187

ULTIMATE TAILGATE SPOT!

22 FT LOT IN TAILGATE STATION: gameday amenities include shuttle to/from Sanford, live entertainment, food, children’s play area, security, pavilion w/TVs & climate controlled restrooms. 2 lots: $11,250 & $13,5000 Mackenzie 678-296-5053 Text R828171 to 52187

MCNUTTS CREEK BRICK

TWO STORY TRADITIONAL WITH MASTER ON THE MAIN, with Stunning Master Bath featuring double separate vanities. Great West side location in Athens.

Neighborhood features swim and tennis. Call or text Debbie: 706.249.4024 or Text R931476 to 52187

4 ACRES IN NORTH OCONEE!

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED & OPEN 4BR/3.5BA w/ all new kitchen! HW floors in most of the main. Finished basement w/ 1BR/1BA + kitchen & den/rec room. New Roof & AC. Borders Beautiful McNutts Creek $399,900 Call Mike G 706-202-1660. Text R960324 to 52187

RANCH ON OVER HALF AN ACRE

3/2 ON HALF ACRE IN BOGART. Brand new roof and septic system installed in August 2018. New appliances in eat-in kitchen. Call Denee 706-621-0594. Text R1004659 to 52187

WEST ATHENS ONE STORY BRICK

ALL BRICK ONE LEVEL 3 BED 2 BATH ON .35 ACRES Gas Fireplace. Brand New HVAC and 2 year old Roof.

Located between Connector and Atlanta Hwy. Nathan Sonke 706-540-0550 Text R935591 to 52187

COUNTRY HOME IN LEXINGTON

3BR/3.5BA ON 2.25 ACRES. Home only 4 yrs old. Covered porches/outbuilding. Only $225,000 Call Frank B 706-340-1121 Text R1010598 to 52187

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CHARMING SPLIT-FOYER HOME

Convenient to downtown! This spacious 4/3 home features a wide entry stairwell, split floor plan, and crown molding throughout. There’s plenty of living space on both levels and tons of storage! Contact Sureeta 706.540.0683 Text R1004674 to 52187

GORGEOUS & MODERN EASY LIVING

Impeccable 3 BRs plus Bonus Room on fenced corner lot. Open floor plan, Hw flrs. Granite countertops, ktch island, SS applcs. Crown molding/columns. Granite counter-tops in all BAs. Maria Cardarelli 706-255-5522 $207,000 Text R993558 to 52187

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13.61 ACRES NEXT TO THE NEW MERCEDES BENZ - Call Barbie 678-618-4323 or Alex 706202-9303 Text R1042298 to 52187

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Elegant 4 sided brick home, 4 bedrooms, 3 and 1/2 bathrooms, 2 story foyer house with a formal Living and Dining room plus a great room with fireplace. Alexandra Castro 706-347-0223 Text R1062242 to 52187

GORGEOUS RENOVATED RANCH!

Totally renovated, rejuvenated & revitalized! Gorgeous open plan with a kitchen that will knock your socks off.

Updated bathrooms, new roof, double layered insulation, new HVAC & a great deck! Call:Jane 706-2960994/Angela 706-255-3943 Text R976591 to 52187

LUXURY LAKE HOUSE

5BR/5.5BA, GRAND FOYER, DR, & LIBRARY. Open eatin-kitchen/den wing, screened porch/sunroom. Master on main, Terace level is a 2BR/2BA apt. Lake from $715,000. Call Mike Geyer 706-202-1660. Text R1045052 to 52187

NEW ON THE MARKET

New listing in sought after McNutt’s Creek subdivision. Great family home in an ideal location. Call Annie 706-248-8702 Text R1064664 to 52187

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Amazing Custom Built Home, 5 Acre Lake, 6 bed, 8 bath, 1 half bath, 6 fireplaces Just to name a very few details. Call Alex 706-202-9303 or Barbie 678-618-4323 Text R952664 to 52187

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Crystal Clear Gem! Nestled on 3 private acres, this 5BR/5B custom brick beauty boasts a timeless floor plan with fabulous indoor and outdoor living spaces in a can’t be beat location! Jane:706-296-0994 or Angela:706-255-3943 Text R892732 to 52187

COTTAGES AT HOMEWOOD!

Westside with bells & whistles! Master on main, gourmet kitchen, lovely great room & lots of porches for outdoor entertaining. 2 large BRs up w/bath plus additional den/4th Bedroom. Call Jane:706-2960994/Angela:706-255-3943 Text R1031792 to 52187

OCONEE STEAL!

Impeccable 4BR/4BA in Boulder Springs subdivision.

Recently painted interior, all BRs on main, huge unfinished (studded & stubbed) basement, great back yard w/screened porch, patio and koi pond, Geoff 706-2063560 for more. Text R1062222 to 52187

PRIVATE

Nestled in the quite town of Oglethorpe County, 3 BR 2.5 BA w Sunroom on approx. 2.65 AC of mature trees with much privacy. 2 car garage, Pool.

Call Barbie 678-618-4323 Text R1036414 to 52187

10 ACRES MADISON CO.

10 acres of flat, open / wooded land. A great place to build your home / small farm. Call Alex 706-202-9303 or Barbie 678-618-4323 Text R1046479 to 52187

WEST ATHENS BRICK BEAUTY!

Perfect in Putters!3 BRs, lovely kitchen, spacious den, Master w/sitting area, fenced yard. Highly sought after neighborhood, this charmer is close to everything & won’t last long! Call:Jane 706-296-0994/Angela 706255-3943 Text R1063655 to 52187

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Master on the main, 4 Bd 2.5 bath granite countertops, custom cabinets and possible mother in law suite in basement. Call James Dunlap 770 630 9731 Text R972209 to 52187

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY used as a daycare, paved road frontage, dual system H/A, two septic systems. Additional land available. Motivated Seller $319,900 Call Shirley 706-296-7558 Text R1027829 to 52187

HOUSE BEING REMODELED AT THIS TIME. 1.33 ac. New HVAC, new wiring, new kitchen, 2 new bathrooms. Cute 2BR/2BA ranch. $146,500. Call Gabe 706-338-3635 Text R935581 to 52187

INVESTMENT PROPERTY! Commercial complex w/4 rental units. All units are leased. Room to grow with 3.83 acres total. High profile property on Hwy 29 just past Ingles & minutes from the new Kroger. $1,200,000 Gerry 706-207-2820 Text R860416 to 52187

ON ALMOST 15 ACRES, this home has a large concrete front porch with a great swing. Split bedroom plan and all bedrooms have walk-in closets. Large shady back yard with storage shed. $162,000 Call Patrice 706-202-0573 Text R996384 to 52187

COUNTRY LIVING ON 1.33 AC. Garden area, shop with electricity. House is move in ready. $146,500 Call Shirley 706-296-7558 Text R1030627 to 52187

GREAT LOCATION FOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. There is office space, restrooms, a large room for a church sanctuary, conference room, play room, etc. There is also a brick sign structure on Hwy 29. $380,000 Patrice 706-202-0573 Text R908733 to 52187

2 TRACTS (1) 48+ ACRES, pasture, creek, pond, hay barn and a road side store. $389,760 (2) 64.967 acres of pasture that is fenced and cross fenced. Will make a great cattle, horse, goat or hay farm. $389,760 Amanda 706-680-1800 Zach 706-498-7804

95.63 ACRES OF PASTURE LAND, fenced and cross fenced, stream, double paved road frontage, near shopping and I85, 2 houses that are rented.

A1 zoning and in conservation. $650,000 Gerry 706-207-2820 Text R743263 to 52187

GREAT LOCATION AND MOVE IN READY! New flooring, freshly painted & new appliances.

Paved road frontage and the back of the property goes to the SF of the Broad River. Call Shirley 706-296-7558 Text R1047835 to 52187

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Commercial - 1.945 acres, double road frontage, Hwy 29 high visibility! $500,000 Gerry 706-207-2820 MADISON COUNTY

49.2 acres, A1 Zoning, beautiful creek, well or county water, paved road $309,000 Gerry 706-207-2820 Commercial - 45.86 acres, level, open, on the corner of Hwy 98 & Hwy 172, great location $596,180 Gerry 706-207-2825

25.56 wooded acres with barn and drive way $175,031 Gerry 706-207-2820

17 beautiful wooded acres with small pond, paved road $112,500

5.99 acre lot in desirable lIa School district, wooded, paved road $45,000 Patrice 706-202-0573

43.02 commercial acres, can be sub divided, double road frontage, county water $860,340 Gerry 706-207-2820

5 wooded acres in the Shiloh community, paved road $32,900 Amanda 706-680-1800 or Zach 706-498-7804

9+ commercial acres, can be sub divided, double road frontage, level, high traffic count $380,880 Gerry 706-207-2820

31.63 beautiful pasture acres, level, zoned A1, paved road $158,150 Gerry 706-207-2820 Hudson River frontage -147.6 acres, wooded and beautiful $708,672 Gerry 706-207-2820 29.5 acres, double road frontage, creek, open and wooded, beautiful home site $147,500 Gerry 706-207-2820 49.75 acres, level, mostly open but some woods, creek, pond, great home site $273,625 Gerry 706-207-2820

BANKS COUNTY 30.45 wooded acres, paved road, easy access to I85, $210,105 Gerry 706-207-2820 FRANKLIN COUNTY 2 acre buildable lot in Tanglewood Subdivision $13,900 Amanda 706-680-1800 or Zach 706-498-7804 JACKSON COUNTY

4.976 wooded acres, great home site, D/W's are ok $30,000 Deborah 706-207-2825

3 acre basement lot in Staghorn Subdivision $49,500 Deborah 706-207-2825

11.78 acres wooded $71,858 Patrice 706-202-0573

Tignall Lake lots Stillwater Coves, $29,500 Gabe 706-338-3635

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GREAT IN TOWN LOT LOCATED CONVENIENTLY TO UGA, DOWNTOWN ATHENS. This wooded Eastside building lot is perfect to build your in town home. $39,900 Mable 706-3386930 MLS:938729 Text T11886766 to 52187

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DODGE WINTER L AW N D A M A G E Winter conditions can present a wide range of challenges to your lawn and landscape, but there are precautions you can take to protect your lawn, as well as your trees and shrubs, from seasonal harm.

These preventive steps from the lawn care experts at TruGreen can help your lawn survive the winter season’s harsh elements. You should also reach out to your personal lawn care expert to make sure your lawn is prepared.

S NO W PL O W D A M A G E

Install brightly-colored boundary markers along the edges of paved areas to help protect lawn and shrubs from snow plow and snow thrower blades. Lightweight wooden stakes, at least four feet tall with bright reflective tape and brightly covered fiberglass rods, serve as good markers. Avoid heavy metal, fence posts and other large objects, as they can pose a hazard to snow plow operators.

C O L D TE M PE R AT U R E S T R ES S

More so than any other season, trees and shrubs are vulnerable to changing weather conditions during the winter. Wide temperature fluctuation and extremely low temperatures are the biggest factors of tree stress, meaning your trees are more susceptible to things like frost cracks, sunscald and winter burn.

Keep twigs and limbs from breaking under the weight of ice by carefully brushing away, whenever possible, any snow load from plants, which will reduce the weight on the limbs and decrease the damage. Placing a burlap cover around shrubs such as boxwood and yews will help reduce winter desiccation.

F R EEZ IN G TE MP E R ATUR E S

Damage to plants, shrubs and trees as a result of sustained low temperatures can typically go undetected until spring or early summer, when plants fail to produce new growth. To help prevent damage, maintain a two- to three-inch layer of mulch to help protect the crown and roots from weather extremes.

W IN T E R D E H Y D R ATIO N

During the colder months of winter, plants cannot replace moisture lost from leaves and needles. This leads to “dehydration” – technically known as desiccation. To help avoid this problem, maintain proper watering late into the fall, or water during periods of winter thaw.

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Ice-melting agents, such as rock salt and products containing calcium and magnesium chloride, may accumulate in the soil and cause damage to plants. Use extreme care when applying ice-melting agents to prevent damage to your plants or concrete surfaces.

Contact your local landscaper or lawn service expert today to have them give Proper fertilization can help keep your trees and a look at your lawn and landscaping to shrubs healthy well into spring, and allow them to make sure that it is prepared for the winbetter tolerate winter. A service can help with tree ter months and the friged weather ahead. and shrub maintenance customized to meet your landscape’s every need, including applications to control overwintering insects, pests and mites.

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HEAT AN D AIR MAINTENANCE for the Holidays

Now that the holiday season is in full swing, your home is likely seeing more foot traffic from guests and family. From friends stopping by with gifts, to parties and that yearly visit from the in-laws, your heating and air units may be working overtime.

“Attention to a few items in the home can help prepare you for visiting family and friends during the holidays,” says Mike Nicholson, owner of Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning. “Now is the time to take action on winterizing certain things in and around the home. It will give you peace of mind as the weather turns colder and holiday guests visit your home.”

Nicholson offers these five tips to make sure the home is ready for colder weather and holiday visitors:

TUNE UP THE HEATING

CHECK THE PLUMBING AS WELL

Winter often brings extremely cold temperatures, so you want to be sure your heating unit is working at peak efficiency.

To make sure everyone is warm during the cold weather, try changing out your filters to give your system the best chance of success. You may also need a comprehensive heating system check from a trusted HVAC company. A system tuneup and filter replacement can go a long way toward preventing problems from putting a chill on your holiday plans.

With the influx of visitors, toilets and fixtures will get a lot of use. If a lot of hot water is being used, it can also put a strain on your heating system. Now is the best time to take care of any maintenance and repairs. If drains aren’t flowing well and freely, plunge water into the drain first before you try to remove the trap in an attempt to clear it. Be mindful that some do-it-yourself, chemical drain cleaners can be harmful to your pipes.

Instead, consider trying a natural remedy: pour equal parts salt, baking soda and vinegar to clean out a partial clog.

If the weather gets really cold, keep the cabinet doors in front of your sink open, so that the warm air from your heating system can flow in easier, keeping your pipes warm.

CLEAN AIR DUCTS To provide fresh, allergen-free air to your holiday houseguests, you will want to perform a thorough duct cleaning. When your ducts are filthy, your filters clog up faster and force your system to work harder to distribute air. This decreased efficiency leads to higher energy bills and excessive wear and tear on your system. Removing the registers and vacuuming the outlet is a good start, but you may want to opt for a whole-house duct cleaning to really do the job. Having a HVAC technician give your ducts a thorough inspection can help guide you in the proper direction.

SEAL DRAFTY WINDOWS AND DOORS Applying caulk or weather stripping where cold air creeps in will help with energy savings. If cold air creeps in, that too will put a strain on the heating system’s ability to keep your house warm and cozy for the holidays.

Also put a draft guard under doors that lead to the exterior, and make sure the doors stay closed after people go in and out!

WINTERIZE THE EXTERIOR To prevent pipes from bursting, ensure outdoor spigots are shut off as freezing weather approaches. Have some rock salt on hand to de-ice sidewalks and driveways to make sure your holiday visitors are safe. Inspect the exterior as well to make sure there are no cracks that could let air inside, forcing your heating system to work overtime.

By following these tips, and contacting your local HVAC company to provide an inspection of your system, you will be well prepared to handle the influx of visitors and whatever mother nature throws at you this holiday season.

Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ©2018. All rights reserved.

IS YOUR ROOF REINDEERREADY? The holiday season is here! Amid the gift-giving, gathering with loved ones and decorating, the season serves as an important reminder for homeowners to make their roofs “reindeer-ready,” or review their condition. And if you’re the type who climbs up and places roof ornaments, it’s all the more important to make sure your roof is in tip-top shape.

1. For homes with asphalt shingles, look for black areas indicating cracking shingles.

2. For homes with shake or shingles, look for pieces that are curled upward, split, broken off or missing.

3. For homes with slate roofs, look for black areas that indicate slate is missing.

4. Look for heavy wear around the valleys, the areas where water runs off the roof into the gutters.

5. Look at the materials around the chimney and vent pipes and check for cracks, gaps and missing or fractured caulking.

6. Check your gutters for asphalt shingle granules. Lots of granules mean less coverage on your roof.

7. Conduct an interior inspection for stained or discolored ceilings, which most likely indicates roof problems.

8. Check eave overhangs for water damage.

9. Use binoculars to check around the chimney, trim and other flashings for signs of cracks, shingles that are coming up off the roof and general wear.

10. Remove branches, twigs and leaves from gutters and clear out downspouts to allow for snow and ice run off.

This is also a good time to install gutter guards if you don’t already have them. With ice, snow and other winter weather, having guards that can prevent further debris from getting in your gutters is a great idea. Gutters that are too heavy because of debris and snow can pull down on and damage your roof.

Contact your local roofing company today to get their help in inspecting your roof. If work is needed, the winter is an easy time to schedule work done, since it’s the off-season. Get your roof ready now before the weather gets worse!

Source: Metal Roofing Alliance – Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ©2018. All rights reserved.

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40

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40 years ago The Real Estate Book of Athens burst on the scene as the first full color catalog of homes. You may not be aware but Athens and Surrounding Counties launched the very first Real Estate Book and as our market grew, The Real Estate Book as a brand grew becoming available across the United States and internationally.

A FEW OTHER NOTABLES FROM 1978:

• The first Cellular Mobile Phone System was introduced • NASA introduced the first female astronauts • Grease, Saturday Night Fever, and Close Encounters of the Third Kind were popular movies • The US Yearly Inflation Rate was 7.62% • Federal Interest Rates were at 11.75% • The average cost of new house was $54,800 • The average income per year was $17,000 • The average monthly rent was $260 • The cost of a gallon of gas was 63 cents

Many things have changed in 40 years but many things have stayed the same. We took over the book in 2013 and are proud to be only the second owners.

From the very first book through today, Buyers still pick up the book to look for homes and Sellers still pick up the book to look for Real Estate Professionals.

Distribution remains strong as we look to be everywhere home buyers and sellers eat, shop and go about their daily lives. According to the National Association of REALTORS, less than 10% find their real estate professional through the internet. Brand awareness is as strong as ever and consumers continue to find value in The Real Estate Book.

We are honored to have served the Athens and Surrounding Counties for the past 40 years and look forward to helping you with your real estate needs.

Thank you for picking up this magazine and here's to the next 40 years!!

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