(706) 202 – 1642

Melinda.Edwards@CorcoranClassic.com

Melinda Edwards

REALTOR®️

Hi, I’m Melinda Edwards—a local real estate agent who knows the Athens and Oconee area inside and out. I co-own two local restaurants, White Tiger Gourmet and White Tiger Deluxe, so I’ve spent years feeding this community and now I help people find homes in it too.

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When I’m not touring houses or working on the business side of running two restaurants I’m building Christmas parade floats with my daughter Glenlee, hanging Halloween skeletons from the roof, or spontaneously hopping on a plane to somewhere totally unexpected I’ve made it to 48 states and 50+ countries—but always come home to Georgia.

I’m big on community, bigger on relationships, and happiest when I help clients feel confident and cared for through every step of buying or selling a home. Let’s make something great happen—preferably with snacks.

My Listings

Come home to this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in a quiet, woodsy neighborhood surrounded by flowering and fruiting trees. Enjoy raised garden beds, a fully fenced back yard featuring a screened porch with an adjacent open deck with Edison lights, and a powered storage building outside. Inside features a surprisingly open floor plan, custom built-in bookshelves, a working gas fireplace, plenty of storage, and no major projects ahead of you! A new HVAC system was installed in April 2025, and a new roof was installed in September 2025. There are tilt-in, energy-efficient, double-pane windows throughout; convertible screen and storm doors front and back; and ceiling fans in most rooms, all of which increase this home’s seasonal flexibility and energy efficiency. Close to both downtown Athens and downtown Winterville and the Firefly Trail, East Athens Shopping & Dining, and the UGA Vet Teaching Hospital.

$279,900 Active Under Contract

140 Crossbow Place Winterville, Georgia

3 Beds 2 Baths 0.438 Acres

Very Unique Intown Property, located 2 blocks from Downtown Athens, with 2 homes, an Artfully Restored Historic Cottage, and a Modern 2-story Guest House with 2 studio apartments, 1 on each level, creating interesting possibilities for a compound, office/studio space, or rental income. Additionally, theres a large storage building/workshop, multiple patios, porches, balcony, a large 3 tall stone raised garden in center of courtyard, a cobblestone walkway, both front and back yards are fenced, and apx 15 x 70’ driveway. The yard is landscaped with a plethora of fruiting trees: Fig, Peach, Nectarine, Apple, Pear, as well as Blueberry bushes, and a Grape Arbor. Local Artists/Artisans have contributed creative touches throughout the property: custom decorative metal railing on back porch of main house, a metal sunflower balcony and porch railing on guest house porch and balcony, colorful tile murals in bathroom, sunroom floor, and kitchen backsplash, a wide array of wood species and custom woodwork throughout. The historic primary house has undergone major renovation: features a front courtyard, sunroom, open floor-plan, tall ceilings, French doors, beautiful wood floors, European style shutter windows, new stainless appliances, artfully designed tile bath, a Great Room w vaulted wood ceilings & newly built, exposed brick/stone FP; this room opens to back porch which sits privately with a high view of a beautiful courtyard/fenced back yard. The guest house has an upstairs studio apartment with a porch & balcony; the interior is entirely open, all wood floors, walls, and vaulted ceiling. The primary level, accessed independently from upstairs, is one big room with full bath & w/d. It provides an excellent flex space which has a diversity of potential uses: a home office, art studio, gym, band practice/music studio, home hair salon, rental income ( use your imagination ). A 3rd structure is a large storage space or workshop. This Artisan Urban Farm Sanctuary is just blocks from: the heart of Downtown, UGA Arches/North Campus, Civic Center, multiple Parks, Oconee River, Greenway & Firefly Trails, Sanford Stadium, and an internationally recognized music/arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, along with local breweries/pubs. Finding such a one-of-a-kind, arts-centric property, w a diversity of potential uses, especially this close to Downtown is a rarity. Location, Location, Location.

$579,500 Active

178 First Street Athens, Georgia

3 Beds 3 Baths 0.23 Acres

My Reviews

My Closed Transactions

Adorable 3br/2ba bungalow for sale in Newtown, just one mile from downtown Athens. Featuring new flooring, tile bathrooms, metal roof, and laundry room, this property combines comfort and convenience. Front and back porches overlook a large private back yard. You'll be next to tons of great spots- cafés, restaurants, bars, a bookstore, a gym, and more. With its prime location and move-in-ready updates, this is an opportunity to own a home in one of Athens’ most walkable, desirable neighborhoods.

697 Barber Street Athens, Georgia

3 Beds 2 Baths 0.21 Acres

143 Barrow St Athens, Georgia

3 Beds 2 Baths 0.2 Acres

This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home with 3/4 acre lot offers 1300 square feet of well-planned living space. The primary bedroom is generously sized and includes a half bath and walk-in closet for added convenience.Down the hall are two additional bedrooms, several closets for storage, and a laundry area thoughtfully placed within easy reach. Large windows in the living areas bring in natural light and provide peaceful views of the surrounding greenery. On breezy days, open a screened window and enjoy fresh air flowing through the home.The attached garage includes a keypad and opener, with space for a vehicle and additional storage. Out back, a fully enclosed yard combines chain link and wooden fencing for both security and privacy—ideal for outdoor living, pets, or future landscaping projects.

120 Crossbow Place Winterville, Georgia

3 Beds 2 Baths

Welcome to 1011 Oaklake Trail in Watkinsville — a large brick home offering over 5,000 square feet of living space, including a fully finished walk-out basement. Located in the sought-after Oconee County School District, this home is just under 3 miles to Epps Bridge shopping and the Loop, and 1.5 miles to Malcom Bridge Elementary and Middle Schools and a short drive to North Oconee High School.This home features a primary suite on the main level with porch access, a walk-in closet, jetted tub, tiled shower and dual sinks. The main level has 9-foot ceilings, a foyer, a vaulted living room with built-ins and a fireplace. Off of the living room is a formal dining room, a half bath, an eat-in kitchen with porch access and granite countertops, top-tier stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar. Completing the main level is a laundry room and a mud room entry off the main garage. Upstairs, a large secondary suite includes a full bath and walk-in closet. Down the hall from the secondary suite, along a hallway that overlooks the living room below, is an office/flex space. The upstairs level also features a third bedroom with a seating area outside of it and a third full bath. A large bonus room with a private staircase rounds out this level. The main floors have carpeted bedrooms, hardwood flooring in the living areas and tiled floors in the full baths, mudroom and laundry.The walkout finished basement offers a fourth bedroom, fourth full bath, gaming room/living area with fireplace, pool table, dart cabinet, wet bar with beverage refrigerator, exercise/flex space, and additional storage. There’s also a second garage with a dedicated workshop space, accessed by its own driveway on this level of the home.Additional highlights include two remote-start propane fireplaces (main floor and basement), hardwired Ethernet, and multiple flex spaces not listed individually. The oversized, fully fenced backyard features two custom stone patios, a propane grill, and a spacious covered back porch with a mounted TV. A welcoming rocking chair front porch completes the outdoor living options.Other upgrades include a roof under 5 years old, newer water heater, recently installed porch fans, a new garage door opener, plus a 4-zone expandable sprinkler system and ample closets and storage throughout.

1011 Oaklake Trail Watkinsville, Georgia

5 Beds 5 Baths 0.74 Acres