Oconee Land for Sale

Oconee Land for Sale

Welcome to Oconee County, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Georgia. Known for its picturesque landscapes and rich history, Oconee County offers a delightful blend of rural charm and modern conveniences. With its stunning natural beauty, from rolling hills to serene lakes, this county is perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life while still enjoying easy access to urban amenities.

Oconee County is renowned for its vibrant community spirit, top-rated schools, and abundant recreational opportunities. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast eager to explore the hiking trails, fishing spots, or parks, or a family searching for a welcoming neighborhood, Oconee has something for everyone. The county boasts a variety of local shops, restaurants, and cultural events that foster a strong sense of community and connection among residents.

For those considering a move, we have an exciting selection of land for sale in Oconee County. Imagine building your dream home on a sprawling lot surrounded by nature, or investing in a piece of property that promises both tranquility and potential. With various sizes and locations available, you can choose the perfect plot that suits your lifestyle, whether it’s a serene retreat or a place to cultivate your own garden.

Explore the possibilities that Oconee County has to offer. With our expert guidance, you can find the ideal land to create your own oasis in this beautiful part of Georgia. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this thriving community—your dream property awaits!

Newest Oconee Land for Sale

$8,600,000
10847392 MLS
You have arrived! Welcome to a rare offering in the heart of Oconee County, Georgia: 344 unrestricted acres just minutes from Watkinsville and Athens, Georgia, combining recreational, agricultural, and long-term investment potential in one of Georgia's most sought-after growth corridors. The property boasts an impressive 3,700 feet of frontage along Greenbrier Creek, offering exceptional wildlife habitat, hardwood bottoms, and year-round water access rarely found on a tract of this size. Dual road frontage adds both convenience and flexibility with access from JT Elder Road, a county-maintained gravel road, and Colham Ferry Road, a paved thoroughfare connecting directly to Watkinsville and the greater Athens area. Adding further value, a current professional timber valuation places the standing timber on the property at over $640,000, with a healthy mix of merchantable pine and hardwood, including mature pine sawtimber, chip-n-saw, hardwood/cypress sawtimber and pulpwood. This represents a significant built-in asset for a future owner, whether managed for long-term timber income or held as part of the land's overall value. Whether envisioned as a private family retreat, working farm, hunting property, timber investment, or future development tract, this acreage offers the space, water, timber, and access to make it possible - all within one of Georgia's fastest-growing counties. The schools in Oconee County are ranked among the BEST in the nation. The property is open to subdividing pending acreage, price, location and surveying. A boundary line and topographic survey is in progress. The property is currently in CUVA, which provides the land owner with property tax benefits until 12/31/2032. According to Oconee County planning and zoning department, if you bring JT Elder Road up to County standards, the minimum lot size can be 5 acres. All information contained here in has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, including Oconee County, Georgia planning and zoning department. Please contact the listing agent for showing due to hunters on the property. Documents on timber, topography and surveying available upon request. There is a 15 day ROFR on the property. Property Highlights: * 344 total acres * 3,700 feet of frontage on Greenbrier Creek * Dual road frontage: JT Elder Rd (county-maintained gravel) & Colham Ferry Rd (paved) * Over $640,000 in current standing timber value, per professional forestry valuation * Diverse mix of merchantable pine and hardwood timber, planted pine plantation, and hardwood bottoms * Minutes to Watkinsville and Athens, GA * Located in highly desirable Oconee County * Strong potential for recreation, agriculture, timber income, homesite development, or investment Acreage, boundaries, and frontage figures are approximate and should be verified by survey. Timber value based on a professional timber valuation with an effective date of March 24, 2026; subject to change with market conditions. Contact listing agent for pricing and showing details.

1050 J T Elder Road, Watkinsville

$480,000
10828224 MLS
Approximately 15 acres in Watkinsville where pasture, hardwoods, and a creek come together, with Athens, UGA, and Wire Park still within easy reach. This Oconee County property offers the space, privacy, and versatility to create the lifestyle you've been looking for, whether that means building a private estate, starting a mini farm, bringing the horses or cattle, or simply having more room to enjoy the outdoors. A beautiful mix of open pasture and mature hardwoods offers open space to use and wooded acreage to explore. A peaceful creek winds through the woods, adding natural beauty and character to the property. Currently fenced and used for cattle, the land offers plenty of possibilities for those looking for more room and a quieter pace of life. Picture mornings overlooking the pasture, afternoons walking beneath the hardwoods and along the creek, and evenings enjoying the privacy that comes with acreage around you. Located in the Oconee County School District, the property offers a peaceful country setting while remaining convenient to downtown Watkinsville, Wire Park, Athens, the University of Georgia, the University of North Georgia, shopping, dining, and everyday necessities. The property is currently enrolled in CUVA. The proposed approximately 15-acre tract is subject to boundary line adjustment, final survey, and Oconee County approval prior to closing. An existing perpetual 30-foot non-exclusive ingress, egress, and/or utility easement extends from Kirkland Road. The proposed extension of the easement to provide access to the approximately 15-acre tract will be reflected on the final survey and is subject to Oconee County approval. Acreage and boundaries are approximate and subject to the final approved survey. Buyers should independently verify acreage, boundaries, access, intended use, zoning, building requirements, utilities, CUVA requirements, school information, and all applicable Oconee County regulations.

1497 Kirkland Road, Watkinsville

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