Step into history with one of Oxford’s treasured gems, “The Zora Fair Cottage” built in 1840 By Dr Henry Gaither. This historic home is associated with and named after Zora Fair, a confederate spy who occupied the home during the Civil War. Author and Oxford native, Polly Stone Buck also lived in the home wrote about it in her book “The Blessed Town-Oxford at the turn of the Century” Blending historical charm with modern comfort this home has over 3000 sq ft. While there have been several renovations over the almost two centuries, some original features still exist. The main level welcomes you with a gracious living room or”parlor”, formal dining room, den, office, a lovely sun porch, kitchen and primary bedroom and bath. Upstairs there are two additional spacious bedrooms and a bath. Located only two blocks from prestigious Emory Oxford University Campus and for nature lovers close to Asbury Park and scenic walking trails. This picturesque quiet street is also just a short distance to downtown Covington shopping, dining and entertainment. The lovely town of Oxford is rich in history as is this home. Come take a look, you could own a piece of history and write it’s next chapter. ( please note date built in tax record is not correct)
Property Details
Price:
$425,000
MLS #:
7626798
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Listed Date:
Aug 1, 2025
Total Sq Ft:
3,066
Year Built:
1840
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Schools
Elementary School:
Flint Hill
Middle School:
Cousins
High School:
Newton
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
Heating
Central, Natural Gas
Laundry Features
In Hall
Exterior
Architectural Style
Bungalow, Cape Cod, Cottage
Community Features
Park, Sidewalks
Construction Materials
Other, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Other, Storage
Other Structures
Outbuilding
Parking Features
Parking Pad
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Smoke Detector(s)
Financial
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$3,562
Map
Community
- Address1005 Asbury Street Oxford GA
- Subdivisionnone
- CityOxford
- CountyNewton – GA
- Zip Code30054
Subdivisions in Oxford
- 1.9 Acres
- Broadleaf
- Creekside at Longstreet Circle
- Emory
- Emory Village
- Gum Creek
- Gum Creek Landing
- Gum Crk Lndg Ph 02
- Hall Park
- Highlands of Haynes Creek
- Highlands on Haynes Creek
- Hwy 81N Gum Creek
- Hyatt Farm Prop
- Legacy Downs
- Lojohnville Estates
- Longview
- Longview Creekside
- McGee Place
- No
- NORTHWOOD PHS I
- Oak Ridge Farms
- Oxford Historic
- Regency Park
- Rural
- Stone Lea
- Tabor Forest
- The Gated Estates At Weslyan
- The Gated Estates of Weslyan
- The Gates At Wesleyan
- Wentworth
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Oxford as of Oct 13, 2025
52
Single Family Listed
91
Avg DOM
156
Avg $ / SqFt
$460,629
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the none subdivision, 1005 Asbury Street Oxford GA is a Single Family for sale in Oxford, GA, 30054. It is listed for $425,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 0 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1840. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Oxford is $156. The average listing price for Single Family in Oxford is $460,629.
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