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490 McWhorter Drive
$885,000

490 McWhorter Drive, Athens, GA 30606

4Beds
3Baths
2,621SQFT
0.51Acres
1940YearYear Built

About This Home

Welcome to 490 McWhorter Drive in highly coveted Bobbin Mill, a Five Points neighborhood in beautiful Athens, Georgia. This 4 BR 2.5 BA home built in 1940, features original character and charm like oak hardwood floors throughout much of the home, arched doorways, hardware and millwork. Many structural improvements made to the home as well as new paint throughout. Entering the front door to the foyer, sunny formal dining room and kitchen are located left side of home. Right side has formal living room with wood burning fireplace. Adjacent is a large light and bright family room with wet bar, additional fireplace, built-ins and new carpet. Exterior door to side deck and driveway. Kitchen features solid surface countertops, plenty of cabinetry for storage and black and white tile floor. High bar for eating or study. Bright and cheery breakfast room with vistas outside as well as exterior access onto a deck. New windows throughout home. Laundry room with sink, a powder room and interior access to basement also here on main floor. Several other glass doors for easy exterior access as well. Upstairs, spacious primary suite with two large walk-in closets, new carpet, built-ins and bathroom with roomy tiled step-in shower. Upper exterior deck access for commanding views of the property. Three additional light and bright bedrooms with plenty of closest spaces also on the second floor. Full hall bathroom and storage closet. Bathroom retains charming original basket weave floor tile and cast iron tub. Updated vanity and toilet. Basement has plenty of storage areas, professionally encapsulated crawl space and exterior access. Private screened back porch, multi-level decks and under storage by driveway. Lovely patio spaces. Charming pathways, thoughtfully edited tree canopy leads to natural stream. Property is conveniently located just minutes from the Five Points business district, The University Georgia and downtown Athens. Beechwood and Alps Shopping Centers also just a quick drive away.

Location

Key Facts

Status: Active
Type: Residential
Neighborhood: Bobbin Mill
HOA Fees: $0
MLS: Hive
MLS #: CL351420

Features

Single Family Residence
Dryer
Dishwasher
Electric Water Heater
Microwave
Oven
Range
Refrigerator
Washer

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$4,475Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest only. Estimate for informational purposes — excludes taxes, insurance, and HOA dues.

History

Current list price: $885,000
Status: Active — For Sale
Days on market: 212
Last updated: Oct 15, 2026

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Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
Source MLS #: CL351420
Last updated: Oct 15, 2026
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