You will be amazed by the classic traditional, custom built home with timeless style and appeal zoned for North Oconee Schools on a 1.18 acre lot bordering the lake in Founder's Grove. Enjoy great views of the water and neighborhood green space to the right of the home for additional privacy. This home has features you expect in a custom home and more including custom crown molding, solid wood pine doors on the main level, transoms over entry hallway doors on the main level, coffered wood beam ceilings in the Great Room and Keeping room. The two story foyer leads to the Great Room with an authentic stacked stone fireplace with a pine mantle and gas logs. Built in bookcases with storage flank the fireplace. French doors lead to large screened porch overlooking the lake. Pine Floors are in all of the common areas and add timeless character to the home. The gourmet Kitchen with granite counter tops opens to a large Breakfast area and Keeping room with large windows for lake views. Kitchen features include stainless steel appliances, double ovens, warming drawer, island with raised bar for additional seating and a walk in pantry. A wet bar area with glass front cabinets, bar sink, wine rack, icemaker and mini refrigerator is located perfectly between the kitchen and great room with the access to the screened porch. The Dining Room is located off the foyer and kitchen with wainscoting and chair rail. The home provides a wonderful entertaining space as well as a comfortable space for daily living. The spacious main level Master bedroom has large windows for natural light and don't forget to notice the ceiling. There are his and her walk in closets. Master Bath features separate tiled shower and tub plus double vanity sinks. A half bath with pedestal sink and the Laundry room located off the kitchen with laundry sink and space for an additional refrigerator with exterior access complete the main level. There is a large deck off the breakfast area providing a great space for outdoor grilling. Upstairs is a second great room with second gas log fireplace, built in shelving and French Doors for privacy. The second bedroom has an ensuite bath. The two other bedrooms share a jack and jill bathroom. There is also a bonus room for many uses. Then there is the basement with comparable finishes to the main level of the home. There is a third great room with gas log fireplace with built ins and a media room separated by sliding pocket doors from the great room with space enough for an office or exercise zone. The kitchen makes this space an ideal spot for entertaining with the opportunity to add a range or cooktop as there is wiring in place to do so. For guests there is a fifth bedroom and full bath. Multiple storage areas in the home and an exterior storage space for kayaks, yard toys or lawn equipment along with a two car garage. Step outside the basement and enjoy the lake and the large private back yard. Located in Oconee County with an Athens address you will quickly understand why the location is prime as it is minutes to the Epps Bridge Corridor, downtown Watkinsville, Athens and UGA. Founder's Grove subdivision offers amenities of a pool, tennis court, pickle ball court and the lake.
Sold for $1,100,000 on 06/06/25
$1,100,000
1080 Founders Lake Drive, Athens, GA 30606
5beds
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Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
1.18 Acres Lot
$1,094,900 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$5,592 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 10, 2025 at 11:58am
Listed by:
Lynn Harder 706-224-4525,
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
Bought with:
Julie Moon, 362691
Corcoran Classic Living
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: CM1025310
Originating MLS: Athens Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
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Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
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Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
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Bathroom 1
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Bathroom 1
- Level: Lower
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Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
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Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
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Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Bathroom,Full
Interior area
- Finished area above ground: 4,386
- Finished area below ground: 2,177
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck
- Waterfront features: Lake
Lot
- Size: 1.18 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: B 04H 026A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Athens
- Subdivision: Founders Grove
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $800 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
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