Better-than-new, mid-century beauty directly across the street from Emory library. No detail overlooked in this complete renovation! New hardwoods run throughout the bright, open-concept main level with brand new (gas OR wood-burning) fireplace w/ reinforced backing for TV mounting. Gorgeous chef's kitchen features a show-stopping brushed marble waterfall island with farmhouse sink and 360* faucet, soft-close cabinets, gas range with pot-filler + custom tile backsplash. All new insulated windows, can lights, dimmer switches + modern fixtures throughout. Master suite with rainfall tile shower. Lower level with 4th bedroom/office and a fully renovated bath. There's a large, new rear deck with steps leading to the expansive backyard, which is privacy fenced with dual gates and tiered retaining walls with engineered modular blocking. New electrical, insulation and a new driveway, too! You're going to fall in love. Less than two miles from L5P, PCM, VaHi + more.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$483Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by COMMON GROUND REAL ESTATE• HomeSmart
Listed by JASON BERRY• HomeSmart
Bought with Hayes Moody• Karafotias Realty Company
Source:FMLS #6844152
Redfin Estimate
$928,169
$193K since sold in May 2021$22K since September
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This home's estimate is 2.1% lower than the average sale price ($948K) of 6 comparable homes.
Better-than-new, mid-century beauty directly across the street from Emory library. No detail overlooked in this complete renovation! New hardwoods run throughout the bright, open-concept main level with brand new (gas OR wood-burning) fireplace w/ reinforced backing for TV mounting. Gorgeous chef's kitchen features a show-stopping brushed marble waterfall island with farmhouse sink and 360* faucet, soft-close cabinets, gas range with pot-filler + custom tile backsplash. All new insulated windows, can lights, dimmer switches + modern fixtures throughout. Master suite with rainfall tile shower. Lower level with 4th bedroom/office and a fully renovated bath. There's a large, new rear deck with steps leading to the expansive backyard, which is privacy fenced with dual gates and tiered retaining walls with engineered modular blocking. New electrical, insulation and a new driveway, too! You're going to fall in love. Less than two miles from L5P, PCM, VaHi + more.
FMLS #6668348
Sep 14, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jun 1, 2020
Price Changed
$777,000
$405/sq ft
Jan 17, 2020
Listed
$799,900
$417/sq ft
GAMLS #8721099
Sep 14, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jun 2, 2020
Price Changed
$777,000
$405/sq ft
Jan 17, 2020
Listed
$799,900
$417/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,499 (+7.9%)
$78,240 + $247,760
$326,000
2024
$8,801 (+1.6%)
$78,240 + $247,760
$326,000
2023
$8,666 (−3.0%)
$79,240 + $249,720
$328,960
2022
$8,936 (+385.2%)
$72,000 + $211,000
$283,000
2021
$1,842 (−0.3%)
$72,000 + $147,280
$219,280
2020
$1,848 (+42.5%)
$72,000 + $147,280
$219,280
2019
$1,297 (−0.9%)
$55,480 + $43,680
$99,160
2018
$1,308 (−21.8%)
$55,480 + $91,520
$147,000
2017
$1,674 (+12.9%)
$55,480 + $91,520
$147,000
2016
$1,483 (+14.9%)
$55,480 + $60,400
$115,880
2014
$1,291 (+13.8%)
$55,480 + $82,000
$137,480
2013
$1,135 (−12.6%)
$55,560 + $47,320
$102,880
2012
$1,298 (+3.3%)
$55,560 + $47,320
$102,880
2011
$1,257 (+0.9%)
$38,000 + $45,664
$83,664
2010
$1,246 (+9.6%)
$38,000 + $87,360
$125,360
2008
$1,137
Tax history for 1259 Briarcliff Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,499 (+7.9%)
$78,240 + $247,760
$326,000
2024
$8,801 (+1.6%)
$78,240 + $247,760
$326,000
2023
$8,666 (−3.0%)
$79,240 + $249,720
$328,960
2022
$8,936 (+385.2%)
$72,000 + $211,000
$283,000
2021
$1,842 (−0.3%)
$72,000 + $147,280
$219,280
2020
$1,848 (+42.5%)
$72,000 + $147,280
$219,280
2019
$1,297 (−0.9%)
$55,480 + $43,680
$99,160
2018
$1,308 (−21.8%)
$55,480 + $91,520
$147,000
2017
$1,674 (+12.9%)
$55,480 + $91,520
$147,000
2016
$1,483 (+14.9%)
$55,480 + $60,400
$115,880
2014
$1,291 (+13.8%)
$55,480 + $82,000
$137,480
2013
$1,135 (−12.6%)
$55,560 + $47,320
$102,880
2012
$1,298 (+3.3%)
$55,560 + $47,320
$102,880
2011
$1,257 (+0.9%)
$38,000 + $45,664
$83,664
2010
$1,246 (+9.6%)
$38,000 + $87,360
$125,360
2008
$1,137
*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
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
17,424
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
1,920
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 054 13 017
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Dec 7, 2021.
R-85
DRUD
Residential Medium Lot-85 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-85 (Residential Medium Lot-85) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of twelve thousand square feet; To provide for compatible infill development in neighborhoods; To provide protections for existing development as new subdivisions are created; To provide flexibility in design on the interior of new development while protecting surrounding development; To assure that the uses and structures authorized in the R-85 (Residential Medium Lot-85) District are those uses and structures designed to serve the housing, recreational, educational, religious, and social needs of the neighborhood; To provide for appropriately sized accessible and useable open space in new developments for health, recreational and social opportunities for county residents; To implement the future development map of the county's most current comprehensive plan.
Zone overlays
Druid Hills Historic District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Golf related
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Lower Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Kitchen Island,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Office
Basement: Daylight
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Multi/Split
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,695
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Other
Roof: Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details: Slab
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
# Of Units In Community: 1
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Fernbank
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: -
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Beltline, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,920
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 054 13 017
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Dec 7, 2021
Around this home
Schools
Fernbank Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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