255 Plum Nelly Rd, Athens, GA 30606

$2,849,000
4
BD
5
BA
5,069
SqFt

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Sold Price
$2,849,000
List Price
$2,995,000
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
CL343898
Closing Date
Aug 12, 2026
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
5
Lot Size
243,065
Year Built
1941

Property Description

Set on 5.58 acres along the Oconee River, this award-winning Chatts Island estate blends historic character with refined modern luxury. Originally built in the 1940s and thoughtfully renovated, the home offers over 5,000 SF of elegant living with four fireplaces, rich hardwoods, a grand curved staircase, and multiple French doors opening to sweeping outdoor spaces. The grounds feature manicured gardens, a terraced lawn, saltwater pool, covered slate patio, grilling kitchen, screened garden house, and a pickleball court. Inside, enjoy a chef’s kitchen with pro-grade range, with dual ovens, wet bar service area with heart pine walls, and charming breakfast nook. The owner’s suite offers a fireplace, custom closets, and spa bath. Additional guest suites are located on the upper level, a flexible library/4th bedroom option, and a vaulted bonus room above the garage offer exceptional versatility. A rare riverfront estate and 2025 Piedmont Garden Tour participant! ASK FOR PROPERTY WEBSITE!

Additional Information

Elementary School
Barrow Elementary
Middle School
Clarke Middle
High School
Clarke Central
Exterior Features
Courtyard, Deck, Outdoor Grill, Other, Irrigation System, Lighting, Tennis Court(s)
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Interior Features
Bar-Wet, Bidet, Breakfast Area, Tray Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Primary Suite, Pantry, Separate Shower, Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Programmable Thermostat
Lot Description
Back Yard, Garden, Private, Sprinkler System-Yard, Wooded
Possession
Close Of Escrow
County
Clarke
Neighborhood
Five Points
Project/Section
Five Points
Style
Traditional
Acres
5.58
Heating
Central, Natural Gas
Utilities
Underground Utilities
Zoning
RS-25
Listing Courtesy Of
Corcoran Classic Living

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Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Mary Catherine Smith () from Listing Office: Corcoran Classic Living.

Selling Office: Dwell Real Estate.

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