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500 Gaines School Rd, Athens, GA 30605, USA
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
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Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 500 Gaines School Rd
Features
| Ceiling Fan | Driveway |
| Dryer | Forced Air |
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
| Tile |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable Ready | Wired For Internet |
Community
| Cats OK |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 6+ months |
|---|
About 500 Gaines School Rd
Property Id: 3052860 Classic and charming 1930s, 3 or 4 bedroom bungalow with artful kitchen, baths, and artistic details added throughout. All hardwood floors (oak and heart pine), large rooms, tall ceilings, separate living, dining, and sun rooms. Front porch with swing (and delightfully painted porch floor with large sunflower), rear courtyard, sunny areas for gardening, and next to a multi-acre open field. Abundant parking. Kitchen has antique farmhouse sink and beautiful green tile, bespoke cabinetry, gas stove, large fridge and customized, eat-in nook. Baths include artful, retro tiled shower, and newly renovated master bath with custom tile shower, new fixtures, and a sliding barn door. All the bedrooms are large; There is a flex room on the second level that can be a bedroom, den, meditation, yoga, or etc space that is the entire length of the upstairs. Stylish light fixtures throughout, and an abundance of ceiling fans. Washer & dryer included. Property is just blocks from restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies and more. Owner's husband is a licensed Realtor.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 500 Gaines School Rd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.6 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.7 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.6 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 30605 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Athens
4-bedroom apartments at 500 Gaines School Rd cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Athens.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Athens
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,730 |
| December 2024 | $2,645 |
| January 2025 | $2,498 |
| February 2025 | $2,510 |
| March 2025 | $2,560 |
| April 2025 | $2,628 |
| May 2025 | $2,470 |
| June 2025 | $2,393 |
| July 2025 | $2,270 |
| August 2025 | $2,225 |
| September 2025 | $1,966 |
| October 2025 | $2,764 |
| November 2025 | $2,896 |
| December 2025 | $2,731 |
| January 2026 | $2,735 |
| February 2026 | $2,789 |
| March 2026 | $2,661 |
| April 2026 | $2,600 |
| May 2026 | $2,366 |
| June 2026 | $2,293 |
| July 2026 | $2,164 |
| August 2026 | $2,025 |
| September 2026 | $2,010 |
| October 2026 | $2,224 |
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Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 500 Gaines School Rd
Gaines Elementary School
900 gaines school rd
athens, GA, 30605
PK, K-5Public
C
Barnett Shoals Elementary School
3220 barnett shoals rd
athens, GA, 30605
PK, K-5Public
B
Getting around Athens near 500 Gaines School Rd
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 500 Gaines School Rd, Athens
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within a short drive
Explore the area around 500 Gaines School Rd
Angeles Janeth Supermarket LLC
50 Gaines School Rd
ALDI
1055 Gaines School Rd
Publix
1860 Barnett Shoals Rd
Walmart Supercenter
4375 Lexington Rd
Kroger Marketplace
2040 Barnett Shoals Rd
Goodwill
4070 Lexington Rd
Shoe Show
4052 Lexington Rd
Family Dollar
4060 Lexington Rd
Garment & Grace LLC
1040 Gaines School Rd
Grail Bra Specialists
1055 Gaines School Rd
Dunkin'
1045 Gaines School Rd
Jittery Joe's
1860 Barnett Shoals Rd
Mochinut
1860 Barnett Shoals Rd
Planet Smoothie
1993 Barnett Shoals Rd
Starbucks
45 Baxter St
Beef'O'Brady's
1860 Barnett Shoals Rd
Blind Pig Tavern Eastside
2301 College Station Rd
Locos Grill & Pub
290 Research Dr
Tasty World
312 E Broad St
9 D's Bar
400 E Clayton St
Corner's Edge Butcher Shoppe
1959 Barnett Shoals Rd
Walmart Deli
4375 Lexington Rd
Walmart Bakery
4375 Lexington Rd
Kroger Bakery
2040 Barnett Shoals Rd
Sweetie Pie By Savie
152 Whitehall Rd
Playground
Dog Park
Playground
Playground
Playground
McDonald's
150 Gaines School Rd
Taqueria La Parrilla
855 Gaines School Rd
Bojangles'
3210 Lexington Rd
Whataburger
3321 Lexington Rd
Krystal
4005 Lexington Rd
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