6180 Old Jefferson Road, Athens, GA 30607
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6180 Old Jefferson Road,Athens, GA 30607
$1,200,000
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: kimberly a christopher, todd stegall
Office: greene real estate co.
MLS#:7707721
Source:FIRSTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,200,000
About this home
Where do we begin? Famed UGA basketball coach Hugh Durham built this remarkable home as his personal estate in 1979. Now offered by only its third owner, this Southern classic has been painstakingly restored and is simply breathtaking.
Set on nearly 4 private acres, the property is accessed via a long, winding driveway from Old Jefferson Road, with additional access from Walton Creek Road. With AR zoning and no HOA, horses and stables are permitted. A circular driveway and side-entry two-car garage provide ample parking. Lush, opulent landscaping—fully irrigated by well-fed sprinklers—sets the tone as you enter “’tween the hedges,” a nod to the original owner and UGA.
A brick walkway leads to the double-balconied façade and welcoming grand foyer. Inside feels straight from the pages of Southern Living, featuring wide heart-of-pine floors, rich custom millwork, and deep moldings throughout. Formal living and dining rooms flank the foyer and flow into the expansive great room with a wood-burning fireplace and wainscoting. A wet bar with granite counters, sink, built-ins, and refrigerator nook sits adjacent, along with one of two main-level powder rooms.
The chef’s kitchen is accessible from the foyer, dining room, and great room, and features brick flooring and accents, marble countertops, high-end appliances, and custom built-ins. A second half bath and large mudroom/laundry room with abundant storage complete the main level. A full-length rear deck overlooks the inground pool and gardens.
Upstairs, the owner’s suite offers exceptional closet space and a spa-like bath with steam shower/sauna, deep Jacuzzi tub with its own water heater, and custom cabinetry. Two additional bedrooms and baths complete the second level. The upper balcony, accessible from the owner’s suite or front bedroom, is ideal for morning coffee.
The third floor features a large private suite with sitting area, bedroom, and ensuite bath. The terrace level includes an incredible in-law suite (approx. 1,500 sq ft per owner) with a full kitchen, walk-in pantry, second laundry, bedroom, bath, expansive living/sunroom areas, and a stone fireplace. French doors open to the patio and pool area.
Outdoor spaces include curated garden “rooms,” roses, peonies, fruit trees, raised vegetable beds with deer fencing, and easy-care irrigation. The pool and sprinklers are well-fed.
Additional features: approx. 5,750 sq ft, four gas HVAC systems (three new with UV light), two gas water heaters, all windows and appliances replaced, recently inspected roof, and central vacuum.
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Home facts
- Year built:1979
- Listing ID #:7707721
- Updated:May 18, 2026 at 01:25 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:7
- Full bathrooms:5
- Half bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Dining Description:Great Room, Seats 12+
- Bathrooms Description:Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub, Whirlpool Tub
- Kitchen Description:Breakfast Bar, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Pantry Walk-In, Second Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters
- Bedroom Description:Oversized Master
- Basement Description:Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Finished Bath, Full, Interior Entry
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
- Heating:Central, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Composition
- Year built:1979
- Lot area:3.92 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot, Level, Private
- Architectural Style:Traditional
- Construction Materials:Cement Siding, Concrete, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Balcony, Deck, Garden, Patio, Private Yard
- Levels:3+ Story
Schools
- High school:Clarke Central
- Middle school:Burney-Harris-Lyons
- Elementary school:Whitehead Road
Utilities
- Water:Public, Well
- Sewer:Septic Tank
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,200,000
- Tax amount:$4,541 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:In Basement, Laundry Room, Mud Room
- Amenities:Bookcases, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Pool features:In Ground
Parking
- Total parking spaces:6
- Parking description:Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Parking Pad
- Garage spaces:6
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