781 Boulevard, Athens

Welcome to 781 Boulevard, a rare opportunity to own a Sears, Roebuck and Co catalogue home, built in the early twentieth century in the hugely popular Boulevard Historic District in Athens, Georgia. This impressive 5 BR 2.5 BA home has been lovingly renovated with meticulous attention to original detail and style from top to bottom. A full list of impressive improvements available.The handsome wood frame home sits high on a lot overlooking vivacious Boulevard. The wide front porch spans the entire front of the home offering interesting vistas of the lively neighborhood. Entering the home there is a dedicated and gracious foyer with a front staircase. Beautiful and rich oiled pine floors run throughout the home. Charming details like wood columns, original millwork, solid wood doors, period hardware and updated custom high-end light fixtures can also be noted throughout the home. Living room is spacious with big sunny front facing windows and a hidden original fireplace ( that can be restored relatively easily ). The formal dining room is bathed in natural light and can accommodate a large table for gathering and features exterior glass doors. Hallway has butler staircase access, charming powder room as well as pantry or storage closet and custom laundry room with soaking sink. Every room has solid wood windows to let in an abundance of natural light. The modern kitchen is spacious and impressive. Custom cabinetry, hardware and eye-catching tile make this room pop. Beautiful sleek solid surface counter top and architectural cooktop hood accent this space. Large center island provides a great area for food prep, eating and working. There is also a dedicated office work station. The design of this room provides an impressive amount of storage and utility. Glass doors lead to large side screened porch with door to backyard. Upstairs the primary suite includes amazing views of the backyard from a bank of large windows providing fantastic light while still offering privacy. Cheery and bright spa-like bathroom with tiled step-in shower and generous vanity area. Water closet. Two closets and separate built-in desk area also in this primary wing. Additionally, there are three nice bedrooms and a pretty hall bathroom on this second floor. Third floor has large flex room that could be a fifth bedroom, media room, office or play area. Thoughtful skylight for additional light above. Spacious closet and storage area also here. Basement level has interior access. This space has been improved dramatically and encapsulated. Private fenced backyard is expansive and perfect for play or entertaining. Plenty of room to include additional accessory dwelling. Metal shipping container workshop at back of property is handy, but could be removed by future owner without HPC approval. Shared legally deeded easement driveway to the right of the property. Rear side double gate entrance for future car park. Plenty of street parking as well. Lovely plantings and mature tree canopy. Professionally designed future landscape plan available upon request. This property sits adjacent to award winning elementary school and walking distance to the thriving Prince Avenue corridor. This home is also a very short distance away from the Chase Street business area, downtown Athens as well as The Universty of Georgia.