Welcome to 1356 Emory Road — a stunning, fully renovated historic masterpiece nestled in the heart of coveted Druid Hills. Taken down to the studs and meticulously rebuilt by the previous homeowner, this fabulous family home blends timeless charm with modern sophistication. The expansive chef’s kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a bright, open layout that flows effortlessly into the family room. Step out onto the inviting covered porch with an outdoor fireplace and deck and enjoy the large, fenced backyard that stretches all the way to the rear of the lot bordering Fox 5 (500 ft deep lot). Inside, you’ll find high ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and exquisite finishes throughout. Each spacious bedroom includes an en-suite bath and generous closet space, creating private retreats for every family member. Additional highlights include a rare two-car garage, exceptional storage, laundry on main level and upper level, and a primary bedroom on the main level and one on the upper level. Recent updates include a 1-year-old roof, two HVAC systems (1 and 3 years old), and upgraded systems throughout—making this historic home as efficient as it is beautiful. A true 10 in every way, this home offers classic elegance, modern comfort, and an unbeatable Druid Hills location. Walk to Emory Village, Emory University, Emory Hospital, CDC, Druid Hills High school, Fernbank Elementary, Druid Hills Golf Club, Peavine Creek Trail, Burbank Park, Lullwater Park, and much more. 5 min drive to Morningside Village, downtown Virginia Highland, Toco Hills and 10 minute drive to Midtown. Make sure to schedule your showing as soon as possible because this home will not be on the market next week!
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
0.6 acresLot Size
$418Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Joe Crochet• Compass
Bought with Carly Nassar• Compass
Source:FMLS #7579774
Redfin Estimate
$1,729,240
$229K since sold in July 2025$20K since July
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This home's estimate is 32.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.30M) of 6 comparable homes.
Don't miss this fabulous renovated home in Druid Hills. Everything has been redone down to the studs. Large chefs kitchen with SS appliances and granite counters open to Family room. Seperate Living room and Dining room, Butlers pantry, Hardwood floors throughout, large bedrooms with great closet space and on-suite full baths. Laundry on main floor and upstairs. Beautiful porch with outdoor fireplace looking out over backyard. Large deep level lot, 2 car garage. Walk to Emory Village. Fernbank Elementary. This house is a 10!
FMLS #5146455
Jul 30, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jul 25, 2013
Sold
$899,000
$217/sq ft
Jun 16, 2013
Pending
—
Jun 7, 2013
Contingent
—
May 13, 2013
Listed
$899,000
$217/sq ft
Don't miss this fabulous renovated home in Druid Hills. Everything has been redone down to the studs. Large chefs kitchen w/ SS appliances & granite counters open to Family room. Sep Living room and Dining room, Butlers pantry, Hardwood floors throughout, large bedrooms w/ great closet space & on-suite baths. Master Suite has sitting area, sep office/nursery, huge walk-in closet. Laundry on main & upstairs. Beautiful porch w/ outdoor fireplace looking out over backyard. Lg deep level lot, 2 car garage. Walk to Emory Village. Fernbank Elementary. This house is a 10!
Public Records
Mar 15, 2005
Sold
$358,500
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 23, 1979
Sold
$49,000
$12/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1976
Sold
$44,000
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,550 (−1.1%)
$138,280 + $395,760
$534,040
2024
$15,720 (+9.7%)
$138,280 + $395,760
$534,040
2023
$14,324 (+19.3%)
$138,280 + $376,360
$514,640
2022
$12,011 (+2.0%)
$120,000 + $230,600
$350,600
2021
$11,781 (+6.8%)
$120,000 + $223,920
$343,920
2020
$11,026 (+1.4%)
$120,000 + $223,920
$343,920
2019
$10,870 (+3.4%)
$59,520 + $261,600
$321,120
2018
$10,510 (−18.1%)
$59,520 + $251,880
$311,400
2017
$12,840 (+3.5%)
$59,520 + $251,880
$311,400
2016
$12,409 (+1.8%)
$59,520 + $302,840
$362,360
2014
$12,189 (+18.7%)
$59,520 + $310,720
$370,240
2013
$10,273 (+174.9%)
$62,000 + $259,120
$321,120
2012
$3,737 (−59.2%)
$61,680 + $157,360
$219,040
2011
$9,161 (−3.7%)
$61,680 + $197,808
$259,488
2010
$9,509 (+22.7%)
$98,385 + $202,575
$300,960
2008
$7,752
Tax history for 1356 Emory Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,550 (−1.1%)
$138,280 + $395,760
$534,040
2024
$15,720 (+9.7%)
$138,280 + $395,760
$534,040
2023
$14,324 (+19.3%)
$138,280 + $376,360
$514,640
2022
$12,011 (+2.0%)
$120,000 + $230,600
$350,600
2021
$11,781 (+6.8%)
$120,000 + $223,920
$343,920
2020
$11,026 (+1.4%)
$120,000 + $223,920
$343,920
2019
$10,870 (+3.4%)
$59,520 + $261,600
$321,120
2018
$10,510 (−18.1%)
$59,520 + $251,880
$311,400
2017
$12,840 (+3.5%)
$59,520 + $251,880
$311,400
2016
$12,409 (+1.8%)
$59,520 + $302,840
$362,360
2014
$12,189 (+18.7%)
$59,520 + $310,720
$370,240
2013
$10,273 (+174.9%)
$62,000 + $259,120
$321,120
2012
$3,737 (−59.2%)
$61,680 + $157,360
$219,040
2011
$9,161 (−3.7%)
$61,680 + $197,808
$259,488
2010
$9,509 (+22.7%)
$98,385 + $202,575
$300,960
2008
$7,752
*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
4.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.6 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
4,138
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 054 11 009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
R-75
DRUD
Residential Medium Lot-75 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of ten 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-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) 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: 2
# of Total Parking: 4
Parking Features: Garage, Parking Pad
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Whirlpool Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Double Master Bedroom,Master on Main,Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Features: Decorative, Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry, Outside
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Ceilings 10 ft Upper, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level, Upper Level
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 500 x 60
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Fernbank
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: GPS
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Country Club, Golf, Near Beltline, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,138
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 054 11 009
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fernbank Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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