Athens County Homes for Sale

Athens County Homes for Sale

Welcome to Athens County, Ohio—a hidden gem nestled in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant community, Athens County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern conveniences. With its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and a lively cultural scene, it’s no wonder that so many people are drawn to this enchanting area.

Athens is home to Ohio University, which infuses the county with a youthful energy and a wealth of educational resources. The downtown area boasts an eclectic mix of shops, cafes, and restaurants, perfect for enjoying a leisurely afternoon or a night out. Outdoor enthusiasts will find a plethora of recreational opportunities, from hiking the scenic trails of Strouds Run State Park to kayaking on the Hocking River. The area is also known for its vibrant arts scene, hosting numerous festivals and events throughout the year.

Now, let’s talk about the homes for sale in Athens County. Whether you’re seeking a charming historic home in the heart of the city or a spacious family residence in a tranquil neighborhood, Athens has something to suit every taste and budget. The real estate market here is diverse, offering everything from quaint bungalows to modern new builds, all set against the backdrop of stunning natural scenery. With competitive prices and a welcoming community, Athens County is the perfect place to plant your roots and create lasting memories. Explore the available listings today and discover your dream home in this captivating corner of Ohio!

Newest Athens County Homes for Sale

162 Farrow Street, Nelsonville
$254,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Sherri McDonald
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY ON THE HOCKING RIVER! Whether you're searching for a proven vacation rental, or a character-filled family home, 162 Farrow Street offers a rare opportunity in the heart of Nelsonville. Currently operating as a successful vacation rental since 2018, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is ready to continue welcoming guests from day one. The property can be offered with furnishings negotiable, making it possible for a new owner to step into an established vacation-rental setup, Located directly along the Hocking River and just steps from the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway depot, the home offers a location that appeals to visitors exploring Nelsonville, Hocking Hills and Southeast Ohio. With a little work, river access is possible. The history of this home is just as special as its location. Built by John Farrow, brother of A.D. Farrow, whose historic Harley-Davidson dealership was founded in Nelsonville, the property has remained in the current owner's family for more than 50 years. A thoughtful renovation completed in 2016 preserved the home's original character, including beautifully restored original woodwork and hardwood floors. Two additional unfinished rooms are currently closed off from vacation-rental guests and could be renovated separately without disturbing the existing finished living space. The former original bathroom offers the opportunity to restore a second full bath, while the home's former kitchen--partially gutted after the new kitchen was added in 2016--was envisioned as a spacious first-floor primary bedroom filled with original character. Completing these areas could potentially transform the home into a 4- or even 5-bedroom, 2-bath property. Outside, enjoy a large side yard, riverfront setting and a new hot tub. Set up your appointment to view this amazing property today!!

162 Farrow Street, Nelsonville

Listing Courtesy of : Sherri McDonald ---- Anderson & Co. Ohio, LLC
35 White Road, Nelsonville
$439,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Erin N Greene
Authentic log cabin on approximately three peaceful acres. The open layout features a main-level bedroom, a full bath with laundry, a two-story living room with a wood-burning stove, an open-loft en suite bedroom with balcony access, and a rear bonus room ideal for extra sleeping space or a home office. Enjoy it as a vacation retreat, rental, or full-time homestead. Fenced pastures and a small barn provide an excellent setting for livestock, while a separate fenced backyard adds privacy and room for your furry friends to roam. Additional features include a large detached two-car garage with rear storage and an enclosed lean-to, a private patio with a hot tub, a spacious wraparound porch, public water, and high-speed internet. Located near Lake Hope and Moonville Tunnel, just a few miles from Nelsonville. A short drive to Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave and all Hocking Hills has to offer. Currently operating as a short-term rental. All furnishings inside cabin will be conveyed with sale. This property is agent owned.

35 White Road, Nelsonville

Listing Courtesy of : Erin N Greene ---- OTTO A SHAW & CO
15231 Wolfe-Bennett Road, Nelsonville
$574,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Stephanie Brady
Discover incredible versatility across 12.35 scenic acres with dual road frontage, directly adjoining Wayne National Forest. Minutes from Hocking Hills, Zaleski State Forest, and Ohio University, you'll have immediate access to premier outdoor recreation alongside local dining and arts. Centered around a picturesque private lake, the property features rolling pasture, mature woods, and a multi-structure footprint tailored for multi-generational living, hobbyists, or creative pursuits. The primary residence offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, anchored by an enormous great room framed by panoramic lake views. French doors open directly to an expansive rear deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living around the water. Steps from the main house and connected via decking, a massive workshop/studio provides the ultimate setup for woodworking, crafting, antiquing, or art production. With its proximity to the home, covered porch, and wrap-around deck taking in views of the acreage, this space also presents prime potential for conversion into expanded living quarters. Adding timeless charm, an authentic 1800s log cabin sits on the grounds, offering a distinct setting for an in-law suite, guest house, or private retreat. Together with the primary residence and adjacent workshop, the property creates a true family compound option with room for everyone to live, create, and work independently. The outbuilding package is completed by a detached garage with electric and storage for vehicles, toys, and equipment, plus a dedicated utility building for tractors and pasture care. Whether exploring thousands of public trail acres from your boundary line, enjoying your private lake, or bringing creative projects to life, this property is a rare find combining functional acreage, historic character, and lifestyle freedom!

15231 Wolfe-Bennett Road, Nelsonville

Listing Courtesy of : Stephanie Brady ---- Brady Group Real Estate
12 S 6th Street, Jacksonville
$219,900
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ James A Reitano
Welcome to 12 S Sixth Street, Jacksonville, OH 45740! This beautifully renovated 1,800 sq. ft. home blends timeless character with extensive modern updates, making it move-in ready. The home features 4 spacious bedrooms, with the potential to add additional bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, a full basement offering ample storage or future living space, and a 2-car garage with a brand-new garage door. Nearly every major exterior and mechanical component has been updated for peace of mind, including a brand-new metal roof, new metal siding, new gutters, 23 new energy-efficient windows, and a new furnace and central air conditioning system. With generous living space, numerous recent upgrades, and room to grow, this home offers exceptional value for families, first-time buyers, or anyone looking for a thoughtfully updated property. Seller is related to listing agent.

12 S 6th Street, Jacksonville

Listing Courtesy of : James A Reitano ---- AAG Realty & Auction, LLC
9311 Hooper Road, Athens
$199,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Phillip Warren Stern
Welcome to 9311 Hooper Rd! Meticulously maintained and full of pride of ownership, this turn-key ranch sits on a beautiful 0.53-acre lot in Valleyview Estates (Athens CSD). The main level offers comfortable single-story living with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a bright living room, and an efficient kitchen and eating area. The full walk-out basement features a 154 sq ft rec room plus ample storage, with ground-level walk-out access to the yard. Outside, enjoy the sprawling, gently sloping lawn and a separate, oversized 24x24 detached 2 car garage ideal for a workshop, vehicles, or hobby space. Complete with central A/C, gas heating, public utilities and low township taxes. Exceptional care, stunning outdoor spaces, and true move-in readiness make this a must-see home. Schedule your tour today!

9311 Hooper Road, Athens

Listing Courtesy of : Phillip Warren Stern ---- Realistar
1005 Pearl Wood Road, Albany
$239,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Joni Allbaugh Bissell
Attention horse lovers and breeders: Perhaps this peaceful 10.5-acre property is the perfect rural setup you have been waiting to find! Designed with livestock in mind, this property features an expansive 8-stall main barn that has water and electricity already available to comfortably house your horses and simplify your daily chores. The property also includes a separate large hay barn to keep your feed dry and organized, and an established pasture run-in shed for reliable daily turnout protection. The acreage blends open pasture space for grazing or setting up an arena with a beautiful wooded backdrop that was select-cut approximately two decades ago for optimal land health. The property features a two-story farmhouse with a large wrap around porch. The home needs some updates and attention but offers the perfect layout to live on-site while customizing your dream horse farm. There are four bedrooms upstairs with one full bath and the downstairs features the main living area and another full bath. With some effort and creativity, there is much potential to create a primary suite on the main floor, maybe live in the house as is while you build the home of your dreams! Agent is related to the seller and financing needs to be conventional or cash.

1005 Pearl Wood Road, Albany

Listing Courtesy of : Joni Allbaugh Bissell ---- EXP Realty, LLC
4005 Campbell Road, Athens
$209,900
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Brooke McDonough
A special find just minutes from Athens! This beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom, 1 bath home sits on 1.35 acres, offering the perfect mix of modern updates, unique character, and room to enjoy the outdoors. Located in the Athens City School District and just a 10-minute drive from both Athens and The Plains, the location is hard to beat. Remodeled in 2026, the home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout, a fresh kitchen with new appliances, and truly one-of-a-kind slate flooring in the entryway and bathroom crafted from an upcycled pool table. Thoughtful details like these give the home a personality you won't find in a typical renovation. Outside, the property really shines. Established pollinator gardens bring the acreage to life with goldenrod, echinacea, ironweed, trillium, bluebells, peonies, violets, and an assortment of daisies. Spend summer evenings on the deck, gather around the fire pit, or head down the slide from the deck into the backyard for a little extra fun.With its inviting setting, distinctive finishes, 2026 remodel, and convenient proximity to Athens, this is a home that feels both thoughtfully updated and wonderfully unique.

4005 Campbell Road, Athens

Listing Courtesy of : Brooke McDonough ---- Plum Tree Realty
11380 Hamley Run, Nelsonville
$229,900
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Jeremy R Mills
READY TO MOVE IN! Check out this completely remodeled 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath home offering nearly 1,500 sq. ft. of updated living space on over 1 acre! From top to bottom, this home has been refreshed with modern finishes and is ready for you to move right in. Enjoy a spacious yard with plenty of room for outdoor living, pets, or entertaining. Best of all, you're just minutes from Route 33, making trips to town and your daily commute a breeze. Updated, move-in ready, and sitting on over an acre--this one checks all the boxes! Owner is a licensed realtor in the state of Ohio

11380 Hamley Run, Nelsonville

Listing Courtesy of : Jeremy R Mills ---- Rise Realty
15 S Shafer Street 404 Unit 404, Athens
$120,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Melissa Prebe
Fully furnished 4-bedroom, 2-bath condo at University Commons. The unit comes with sofa, chairs, tables, beds, desks, dressers, dining stools, lamps, blinds, and microwave. Community amenities include a clubhouse, swimming pool, fitness center, bus service, and off-street parking. This unit is currently leased with one tenant in the unit. Leased until 04/30/27. On-site management available with a full-time maintenance staff.

15 S Shafer Street 404 Unit 404, Athens

Listing Courtesy of : Melissa Prebe ---- Uptown Realty Group
15 S Shafer Street 204 Unit 204, Athens
$120,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Melissa Prebe
Fully furnished 4-bedroom, 2-bath condo at University Commons. The unit comes with sofa, chairs, tables, beds, desks, dressers, dining stools, lamps, blinds, and microwave. Community amenities include a clubhouse, swimming pool, fitness center, bus service, and off-street parking. This unit is not leased for the current '26-'27 school year. Perfect for those looking for immediate occupancy.

15 S Shafer Street 204 Unit 204, Athens

Listing Courtesy of : Melissa Prebe ---- Uptown Realty Group
226 W Columbus Street, Nelsonville
$223,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Arthur Douglas Owens
This beautiful, well-maintained home is located near downtown Nelsonville near the trailheads of the Wayne National Forest. If you are looking for your forever home or an investment home, this is it. With 4 bedrooms, a spacious living room, 2 bathrooms, and a large bonus room, this home is ready for its new owners. Enjoy relaxing mornings and evenings on the large front porch. Home has metal roof, new carpet, tiled walk in shower, tankless water heater, and fresh paint. There is also a great outdoor area to host outdoor get togethers. All furnishings in the home are available to purchase as well. Don't miss this great opportunity. Off street parking for 2-3 vehicles and an outbuilding. Do not miss the chance to view this one-of-a-kind charming Nelsonville home!

226 W Columbus Street, Nelsonville

Listing Courtesy of : Arthur Douglas Owens ---- Coldwell Banker Realty
682 Jackson Street, Nelsonville
$149,999
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Michelle Brooke Pfeifer
Charming Home in the Heart of Nelsonville! Welcome to this delightful 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom ranch nestled in the heart of Nelsonville! This inviting home offers a cozy layout perfect for comfortable living. Fridge, stove, dishwasher, Washer and Dryer are included with sale - making it turn key and ready for you! Enjoy the convenience of a large detach garage providing ample space for parking and storage! This lovely ranch also features a fully fenced yard with a walkout deck perfect for kids and pets! With downtown amenities just a stroll away, you'll have easy access to local shops, dining, and community parks! Ready to take a look?! Schedule your showing TODAY!

682 Jackson Street, Nelsonville

Listing Courtesy of : Michelle Brooke Pfeifer ---- Realty ONE Group Refined
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