Stunning, fully updated ranch just minutes from Emory, the CDC, grocery stores, and restaurants! The ideal mix of old charm and modern upgrades, this home offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms plus a large bonus room perfect for an office or playroom. Gorgeous, renovated kitchen features ceiling-height cabinets, soft-close drawers, a commercial-grade range, sophisticated granite countertops and opens to the dining and family room. The primary suite features ample closet space and luxurious bathroom with double vanity and large walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms share a renovated full bath, while the 4th bed and bath addition offers great privacy on the opposite side of the house. Tons of storage space including a large laundry/mudroom opening to the backyard. The fully fenced backyard with new 400 sq. foot stone patio and built-in gas fire pit is the perfect space for outdoor entertaining! This home flaunts well-maintained landscaping and a long, private driveway with generous parking and 2-car garage. Located on a quiet street convenient to I-85, Midtown, Buckhead, and more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$322Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Katie R. Schaufler• Dorsey Alston Realtors
Bought with Hallie Chasen• Chapman Hall Premier, REALTORS
Source:FMLS #7023584
Redfin Estimate
$838,567
$79K since sold in April 2022$0 since August
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This home's estimate is 3% lower than the average sale price ($865K) of 6 comparable homes.
What a gem! Stunning, updated Druid Hills ranch. This home could be on HGTV! 4 bed/3.5 baths. Flex room can be a bedroom, office or playroom. Fabulous remodeled kitchen features industrial oven, stylish, high-end granite, striking subway tile, stainless appliances & charming touches throughout. Generous master has spacious walk in-closet & completely renovated ensuite bath with stunning shower. Neutral paint colors, hardwoods floors, new fixtures & hardware, updated bathrooms. 2 car garage with huge newly paved driveway. Level yard. Fiber Internet. Walkable to stores.
GAMLS #8445133
Nov 1, 2018
Sold
$521,000
$200/sq ft
Sep 17, 2018
Pending
—
Aug 31, 2018
Listed
$519,000
$199/sq ft
What a gem! Absolutely stunning, updated Druid Hills ranch. This home could be on HGTV! 4 bed/3.5 baths. Flex room can be a bedroom, office or playroom. Fabulous remodeled kitchen features industrial oven, stylish, high-end granite, striking subway tile, stainless appliances & charming touches throughout. Generous master suite has spacious walk in-closet & completely renovated master bath with stunning shower. Neutral paint colors, hardwoods floors, new fixtures & hardware, updated bathrooms. 2 car garage with huge newly paved driveway. Level yard. Fabulous family home.
GAMLS #7077546
May 7, 2015
Price Changed
$282,500
$109/sq ft
Jun 7, 2013
Sold
$282,500
$109/sq ft
May 3, 2013
Pending
—
May 1, 2013
Price Changed
$289,900
$111/sq ft
Apr 5, 2013
Listed
$289,900
$111/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 14, 2013
Sold
$282,500
$109/sq ft
FMLS #5131054
Jun 12, 2013
Price Changed
$282,500
$109/sq ft
Jun 12, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jun 7, 2013
Price Changed
$289,900
$111/sq ft
Jun 7, 2013
Sold
$282,500
$109/sq ft
May 12, 2013
Pending
—
May 6, 2013
Contingent
—
Apr 5, 2013
Listed
$289,900
$111/sq ft
FMLS #3689394
Oct 30, 2008
Sold
$303,500
$117/sq ft
Apr 9, 2008
Listed
$309,000
$119/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 21, 1993
Sold
$122,500
$47/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1991
Sold
$50,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,000 (−3.8%)
$60,560 + $242,240
$302,800
2024
$9,359 (+36.6%)
$60,560 + $242,240
$302,800
2023
$6,849 (−4.0%)
$60,560 + $242,240
$302,800
2022
$7,131 (+5.0%)
$60,000 + $157,680
$217,680
2021
$6,794 (−2.9%)
$60,000 + $143,080
$203,080
2020
$6,995 (+9.3%)
$60,000 + $143,080
$203,080
2019
$6,402 (+31.0%)
$22,080 + $167,080
$189,160
2018
$4,885 (−4.4%)
$22,080 + $123,160
$145,240
2017
$5,110 (+1.1%)
$22,080 + $123,160
$145,240
2016
$5,053 (−7.7%)
$22,080 + $127,120
$149,200
2014
$5,475 (+26.8%)
$22,080 + $122,400
$144,480
2013
$4,317 (−4.2%)
$27,000 + $110,560
$137,560
2012
$4,507 (+7.9%)
$27,000 + $110,560
$137,560
2011
$4,177 (+11.2%)
$27,000 + $91,600
$118,600
2010
$3,758 (−24.9%)
$21,274 + $97,326
$118,600
2008
$5,007
Tax history for 1384 Lively Ridge Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,000 (−3.8%)
$60,560 + $242,240
$302,800
2024
$9,359 (+36.6%)
$60,560 + $242,240
$302,800
2023
$6,849 (−4.0%)
$60,560 + $242,240
$302,800
2022
$7,131 (+5.0%)
$60,000 + $157,680
$217,680
2021
$6,794 (−2.9%)
$60,000 + $143,080
$203,080
2020
$6,995 (+9.3%)
$60,000 + $143,080
$203,080
2019
$6,402 (+31.0%)
$22,080 + $167,080
$189,160
2018
$4,885 (−4.4%)
$22,080 + $123,160
$145,240
2017
$5,110 (+1.1%)
$22,080 + $123,160
$145,240
2016
$5,053 (−7.7%)
$22,080 + $127,120
$149,200
2014
$5,475 (+26.8%)
$22,080 + $122,400
$144,480
2013
$4,317 (−4.2%)
$27,000 + $110,560
$137,560
2012
$4,507 (+7.9%)
$27,000 + $110,560
$137,560
2011
$4,177 (+11.2%)
$27,000 + $91,600
$118,600
2010
$3,758 (−24.9%)
$21,274 + $97,326
$118,600
2008
$5,007
*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
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,602
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 106 07 003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-85
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.
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: 8
Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 3
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Shower Only
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level, Mud Room
Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Stone Counters,View to Family Room,Wine Rack
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Bonus Room
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,602
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Slab
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 100 X 88 X 118 X 124 . . . . 0.27AC 2-10-93
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Briar Vista
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: From Lavista & Briarcliff, head south on Briarcliff. Turn left onto Lively Ridge Rd. Home is the third house on the left.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Restaurant, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,602
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 106 07 003
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Briar Vista Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
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