Recently refreshed & renovated, this immaculate Cape Cod-style home boasts new windows, modern fixtures & fresh paint. Situated on a fantastic, quiet street, this home invites with a painted brick facade and a beckoning red front door. Entry foyer opens to the sun-drenched living room, where a central fireplace serves as a focal point & features a modern marble surround juxtaposed with a traditional mantel. Wall of custom built-ins, original oak hardwood floors, white walls give this home an open & airy feel. Across the foyer and opposite the living room, a large dining room is detailed with fluted chair rail molding, an ornate ceiling medallion and new lighting. The French door off the dining room opens to a light-filled sun porch with a beadboard ceiling, great for a home office. Bright & spacious kitchen with marble honeycomb tiled floor beautifully complements the warm gray cabinetry, granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Charming breakfast nook & a door to the backyard complete this gourmet kitchen. The main level includes two secondary bedrooms, each with hardwood floors and designer ceiling fans, a full bathroom and access to the finished basement. Encompassing the entire upper level, the upstairs primary suite impresses with a spacious bedroom, enormous closet with custom built-ins and a spa-inspired bath with Carrara marble-topped dual vanity, towel warmer and a seamless-glass shower lined with classic black and white tile. Relax outside on the pergola-topped rear deck with a hot tub. Fully fenced backyard offers a flat, grassy play yard, paved basketball area & large privacy trees. Long driveway allows for tandem parking for a few cars. Located in Morningside Elem. & seconds to parks,trails,nature preserve,shops & cafes!
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
2 spacesParking
Listed by JARED SAPP• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Bought with Audrey Gibson• Compass
Source:FMLS #6967779
Redfin Estimate
$1,012,795
$168K since sold in December 2021$2,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 18.3% lower than the average sale price ($1.24M) of 6 comparable homes.
Johnson Estates-Morningside-Great Street! Great Opportunity,Under 500K! Freshly painted throughout,Hardwoods just redone on 1st Floor. Entry&formal LR w/fpl, sep(seats 12+)DR,Kitchen updated in the 80s. Master BR&BA up, 2 BR&BA main,Sunroom,Basement. Walk to Parks&Shops in Emory Village&Morningside.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2020
$149 (+106.2%)
$120,000 + $118,640
$238,640
2019
$72 (−75.9%)
$55,200 + $164,240
$219,440
2018
$299 (−67.6%)
$55,200 + $160,800
$216,000
2017
$923 (+6.2%)
$55,200 + $160,800
$216,000
2016
$869 (+62.4%)
$55,200 + $128,520
$183,720
2014
$535 (−12.5%)
$55,200 + $108,040
$163,240
2013
$612 (−14.3%)
$55,200 + $105,000
$160,200
2012
$714 (+36.1%)
$55,560 + $81,200
$136,760
2011
$524 (−30.6%)
$46,000 + $40,784
$86,784
2010
$755 (−89.7%)
$46,000 + $122,760
$168,760
2008
$7,302
Tax history for 1256 Beech Valley Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2020
$149 (+106.2%)
$120,000 + $118,640
$238,640
2019
$72 (−75.9%)
$55,200 + $164,240
$219,440
2018
$299 (−67.6%)
$55,200 + $160,800
$216,000
2017
$923 (+6.2%)
$55,200 + $160,800
$216,000
2016
$869 (+62.4%)
$55,200 + $128,520
$183,720
2014
$535 (−12.5%)
$55,200 + $108,040
$163,240
2013
$612 (−14.3%)
$55,200 + $105,000
$160,200
2012
$714 (+36.1%)
$55,560 + $81,200
$136,760
2011
$524 (−30.6%)
$46,000 + $40,784
$86,784
2010
$755 (−89.7%)
$46,000 + $122,760
$168,760
2008
$7,302
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
1,814
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 056 03 129
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
R-4
Single-Family Residential District
The intent of this chapter in establishing the R-4 Single-Family Residential District is as follows: To provide for the protection of existing single-family communities and the development of new communities on lots of medium size at a density of not more than 1 dwelling unit per 9,000 sq ft.; To provide for the development of recreational, educational and religious facilities as basic elements of a balanced community.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Educational / school
Nov 27, 2009 • Final
Building historical
Repair electrical installations and upgrade the electrical service to a 200 amp service.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Driveway, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway, Parking Pad
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Insulation, Thermostat
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Morningside-
Middle Or Junior School: David T Howard
High School: Midtown
Location Information
Directions: North on North Highland to right on Beech Valley.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Beltline, Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,814
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 056 03 129
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Morningside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
David T Howard Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
9/10
Midtown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
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