Rare Opportunity in the Heart of Auburn! Welcome to 525 South College Street, a premier address along the gateway into downtown Auburn. This stretch of College Street, lined with charming single-family homes from Woodfield Drive to Reese Street, is fondly known to locals as the Garden District. Set directly across from Auburn University Campus and Arboretum, with 14 acres of natural botanical beauty and walking trails, this mid-century ranch was built by renowned local builder Jack Bailey and exudes timeless character in one of the citys most coveted locations. Perfect for those seeking an active, engaged lifestyle or an ideally situated game-day retreat. Set on nearly a half-acre lot of beautifully landscaped grounds, the 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an open-concept living and dining area anchored by a brick-and-stone gas-log fireplace. A paneled family room with French doors leads to a light-filled sunroom overlooking the tranquil backyard. The eat-in kitchen features ample cabinetry, backyard views, and patio access, with an adjacent laundry room for convenience. Bedrooms are generously sized with ample storage; both baths include tub/shower combos. Original hardwood floors throughout all living areas and bedrooms. Roof replaced in 2018, HVAC (Carrier Split System) Nov. 2019. Additional features include; attached one-car garage, large attic with pull-down stairs and a spacious unfinished walkout basement with a full bath, ideal for future living space, an additional bedroom, or abundant storage. The large lot provides opportunity with ample space behind the home for an extra two-car garage, an outdoor pavilion with fireplace and big-screen TV or addition to the homes square footage. Whether preserving its mid-century charm, updating to reflect your personal taste, or creating a custom home, the possibilities are numerous-especially in this unbeatable location!