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1231 Founders Lake Drive

Athens, GA 30606

5 beds
4 baths
3,818 sqft
~3/4 acre lot
$229 per sqft
2002 build
– on site

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 full bath with tiled shower. 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, camillas, roses, jasmine, dahlias, and more perrenials 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.

Listing courtesy of GAMLS / Katherine Hirano / Classic Team Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 21, 2025 •

MLS# 10525212 —

The Building

Year Built:

2002
Construction Materials:

Brick
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Structure Type:

House
Roof:

Composition
Levels:

Two
Basement:

Bath/Stubbed, Boat Door, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry
Total Finished Area:

3818
Above Grade Finished:

3288
Below Grade Finished:

530
Living Area Source:

Appraiser

Interior

Interior Features:

Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Separate Shower, Tile Bath, Tray Ceiling(s), Two Story Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool Bath
Kitchen Features:

Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-in Pantry
Dining room Features:

Separate Room
Flooring:

Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Features:

Factory Built, Family Room, Gas Log
Total Fireplaces:

1
Rooms:

Den, Exercise Room, Foyer, Great Room, Laundry, Office

Financial & Terms

Home Warranty:

No
Possession:

Close Plus 3 to 5 Days

Location

Latitude:

33.901679
Longitude:

-83.452599

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Condition:

Resale
Exterior Features:

Garden, Sprinkler System
Lot Features:

Sloped
Lot Size Acres:

0.69
Lot Size Source:

Public Records
Parcel Number:

B 04H 015A
Leased Land:

No
Fencing:

Back Yard, Fenced
Below Grade Unfinished:

1238

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

$3,100

Beds

Bedrooms:

5
Bed Main:

1
Bed Upper Level:

4

Baths

Full Baths:

4
Main Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

3

The Listing

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Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling:

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available
Sewer:

Septic Tank
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven (Wall), Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Laundry Features:

In Mud Room

Schools

Elementary School:

Malcom Bridge
Elementary Bus:

Yes
Middle School:

Malcom Bridge
Middle School Bus:

Yes
High School:

North Oconee
High School Bus:

Yes

The Community

Subdivision:

Founders Grove
Community Features:

Clubhouse, Lake, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
Association:

Yes
Annual Association: Fee

$800
Association Fee Includes:

Management Fee, Swimming, Tennis

Parking

Parking Features:

Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Parking Pad
Parking Total:

4

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$875,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,685
Taxes	$258
Insurance	$240
HOA fees	$67
Utilities	$193 See report
Total	$5,443/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/19/25 May 19, 2025	Listed / Active	GAMLS	$875,000

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This house located in GA 30606 is currently for sale for $875,000. 1231 Founders Lake Drive is a 3,818 square foot house with 5 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 3 days. This house is in the attendance area of Oconee County Primary School, North Oconee High School, Oconee County Elementary School, and Malcom Bridge Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: GAMLS and Classic Team Realty.

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