1231 Founders Lake Drive

Athens, GA
$ 825,000 Beds 5 Baths 4 Sq 3,288 Virtual Tour
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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.

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  • Price
  • $ 825,000
  • City
  • Athens
  • Bedrooms
  • 5
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 4
  • County
  • Oconee Co.
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.69 Acres
  • Zip
  • 30606
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,288
  • Year Built
  • 2002
  • Taxes
  • $ 3160
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • CM1025614
Listed By: Classic Team Realty
Data Source: Savannah MLS (SMLC)

Features

General

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
Standard Status Active
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

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Statesboro, GA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Malcom Bridge Elementary School
Middle School Malcom Bridge Middle School
High 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

Property vs Zip Code Average in 30606

Price
AVG $710K
$830K
Taxes
AVG $5,488
$3,160
Year Built
AVG 1989
2002

Areas That We Cover

1231 Founders Lake Drive Athens, GA is a Single Family Home for sale at $825000 with 3288 sqft and a lot size of 0.69 Acres Acre(s). 1231 Founders Lake Drive Athens has 5 bedrooms, 4 baths and was built in 2002. The property's zip code is 30606 which is in Athens, GA

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