See other homes in:
Primary listing photo
Listing photo 2
Listing photo 3
Listing photo 4
Listing photo 5

485 Mellon St, Columbus, GA, 31903

2beds
2baths
960sqft
$115,000
$120price/sqft
$1,030/moest. monthly cost
$41,200/yrincome needed

About This Home

Investors, seize this exceptional opportunity to add a prime duplex to your portfolio! This well-maintained property features two fully remodeled 1-bedroom, 1-bath units, perfect for generating consistent rental income. Each unit has been updated with fresh interior and exterior paint. Recent renovations include the removal of a dilapidated enclosed porch and tree removal, providing a clean, inviting exterior. Significant upgrades have been made to ensure long-term durability and efficiency. The building showcases new fascia, soffit, and trim, along with a brand new 25-year architectural shingle roof and stylish new front doors. Inside, modern LVP flooring, two newly added kitchenettes—each equipped with sinks—make these units highly functional for tenants. The bathrooms have been tastefully updated with new vanities, plumbing, and fixtures. Additional improvements include brand new electric hot water heaters with protective pans, ensuring peace of mind for you and your tenants. The front fence has been repaired, adding to the property's overall appeal and security. Every unit has been fitted with new fixtures and upgraded electrical outlets, including GFCIs for safety compliance. Financially, this duplex is a standout investment. Each unit can generate approximately $800 per month, yielding a total income of $1,600. When factoring in management fees, vacancies, property taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs, the estimated cap rate stands around 11%. This impressive cash flow potential makes it a smart addition to any real estate portfolio. Constructed of all block, this building is built to last, requiring no immediate updates or repairs. With its strategic location and strong rental demand, this duplex promises to be a reliable source of income for years to come.

Getting Around

24
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
21
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

2/10
Baker Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.6 mi
2/10
Carver High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1961

Materials

  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher

Basement

  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

  • Heating features: Forced Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 960
  • Total interior livable area: 960 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 048 002 003A

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Living area range: -1K

Lot

  • Lot size: 8,276 sqft

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Georgia Counties

Hurricane
Severe Storm
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $581$6,972
Home Insurance *$149$1,788
Property Taxes $81$972
Electricity $219$2,637
Total$1,030$12,360
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$35,314/yr
40% on housing$30,900/yr
45% on housing$27,466/yr

Georgia FAIR Plan Programs

Georgia Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
Add-on available
WindWind
Visit Website →

Georgia Underwriting Association - Coastal

Covered
HailHail
WindWind
Visit Website →
Current Policies
Residential: 8,778Commercial: 638
Total Premiums$16.25M
Total Exposure$2.20B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.4%
6.4%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$120This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 31903$37
Muscogee County$111

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 31903
Muscogee County

Current Market Trends

No market data available for this area

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-05Listed for sale$115,000
2025-05-22Sold$95,000
2025-04-18Pending sale$105,000
2025-03-07Price change$105,000
2025-02-22Price change$114,500
2024-12-10Price change$114,999
2024-10-19Listed for sale$124,900
2024-08-12Sold$24,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJonathan Dicesaris
BrokerageColdwell Banker / Kennon, Parker, Duncan & Davis

Similar Homes