Discover an incredible opportunity in the coveted Druid Hills neighborhood, within the highly sought-after Fernbank elementary school district. Located just a stone's throw away from Emory, CDC, & all of the Virginia Highland amenities, this location is a true gem. Step inside this delightful brick bungalow and be greeted by spacious bedrooms, a cozy eat-in kitchen, and inviting living and dining areas that seamlessly flow into a sunroom extending the entire width of the home. But wait, there's more! Step out onto your private deck, overlooking a fully fenced backyard, providing ample space for your beloved four-legged family members. As if that weren't enough, a one-car garage with electric door conveniently connects to the sunroom, offering ample storage for your vehicle and more. Hardwood floors grace the home and recent updates include a new roof and skylights in 2019, as well as a rebuilt sunroom in 2016. The current owner has leased this property for approximately 10 years, maintaining a neutral palette that allows you to infuse your own style and add value with desired improvements. Whether you're looking to enjoy life in one of the city's most esteemed neighborhoods or enhance your investment portfolio with a pool of exceptional tenants to choose from, this opportunity is not to be missed. Seize the chance to turn this house into your forever home or a lucrative investment. Taxes are without Homestead Exemption. Note: The photos were taken by the owner several years ago before the tenant moved in and the kitchen cabinets have been painted a different color. Home is occupied..do not enter property without an appointment. HVAC & water heater are both older systems, water line from house to the street was replaced Sept 2023. Motivated Seller! No sign in the yard
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$370Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Connie CousinsBaker• Harry Norman Realtors
Bought with Sandy Monett• Bolst, Inc.
Bought with Sandy Monett• Bolst, Inc.
Source:FMLS #7277734
Redfin Estimate
$584,119
$124K since sold in November 2023$5,000 since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 25.2% lower than the average sale price ($781K) of 6 comparable homes.
Discover an incredible opportunity in the coveted Druid Hills neighborhood, within the highly sought-after Fernbank elementary school district. Located just a stone's throw away from Emory, CDC, & all of the Virginia Highland amenities, this location is a true gem. Step inside this delightful brick bungalow and be greeted by spacious bedrooms, a cozy eat-in kitchen, and inviting living and dining areas that seamlessly flow into a sunroom extending the entire width of the home. But wait, there's more! Step out onto your private deck, overlooking a fully fenced backyard, providing ample space for your beloved four-legged family members. As if that weren't enough, a one-car garage with electric door conveniently connects to the sunroom, offering ample storage for your vehicle and more. Hardwood floors grace the home and recent updates include a new roof and skylights in 2019, as well as a rebuilt sunroom in 2016. The current owner has leased this property for approximately 10 years, maintaining a neutral palette that allows you to infuse your own style and add value with desired improvements. Whether you're looking to enjoy life in one of the city's most esteemed neighborhoods or enhance your investment portfolio with a pool of exceptional tenants to choose from, this opportunity is not to be missed. Seize the chance to turn this house into your forever home or a lucrative investment. Taxes are without Homestead Exemption. Note: The photos were taken by the owner several years ago before the tenant moved in and the kitchen cabinets have been painted a different color. Home is occupied..do not enter property without an appointment. HVAC & water heater are both older systems, water line from house to the street was replaced Sept 2023. Motivated Seller! No sign in yard.
Public Records
Oct 9, 2013
Sold
$270,000
$171/sq ft
GAMLS #7133957
Oct 16, 2013
Price Changed
$270,000
$171/sq ft
Oct 1, 2013
Sold
$270,000
$171/sq ft
Aug 29, 2013
Pending
—
Aug 27, 2013
Price Changed
$298,000
$189/sq ft
Jul 30, 2013
Listed
$298,000
$189/sq ft
Charming Druid Hills home, updated kitchen with solid surface countertops and stainless steel. Hardwood floors throughout, generous room sizes with ample closets. Garage and large deck. Light filled sunroom overlooks beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard.
FMLS #5178582
Oct 2, 2013
Price Changed
$270,000
$171/sq ft
Oct 2, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 1, 2013
Price Changed
$298,000
$189/sq ft
Oct 1, 2013
Sold
$270,000
$171/sq ft
Sep 17, 2013
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2013
Contingent
—
Jul 30, 2013
Listed
$298,000
$189/sq ft
GAMLS #7038378
Feb 14, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2013
Relisted
—
Jan 22, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jan 15, 2013
Listed
$289,900
$184/sq ft
GAMLS #3197873
Sep 3, 2012
Listing Removed
—
May 3, 2012
Price Changed
$299,900
$190/sq ft
Mar 6, 2012
Listed
$309,900
$197/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 13, 1993
Sold
$107,500
$68/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 22, 1983
Sold
$73,500
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,820 (+3.9%)
$84,640 + $107,120
$191,760
2024
$8,488 (+6.2%)
$84,640 + $107,120
$191,760
2023
$7,992 (+7.3%)
$71,960 + $112,040
$184,000
2022
$7,446 (−4.2%)
$72,000 + $89,920
$161,920
2021
$7,769 (+1.3%)
$72,000 + $97,280
$169,280
2020
$7,669 (−1.2%)
$72,000 + $97,280
$169,280
2019
$7,758 (+12.9%)
$33,360 + $135,680
$169,040
2018
$6,869 (+13.3%)
$33,360 + $115,080
$148,440
2017
$6,062 (−10.0%)
$33,360 + $115,080
$148,440
2016
$6,737 (+28.8%)
$33,360 + $111,440
$144,800
2014
$5,229 (+65.4%)
$33,360 + $89,360
$122,720
2013
$3,161 (−4.7%)
$35,160 + $62,600
$97,760
2012
$3,315 (+4.6%)
$35,160 + $62,600
$97,760
2011
$3,169 (−3.9%)
$38,000 + $52,720
$90,720
2010
$3,298 (+5.0%)
$38,000 + $68,240
$106,240
2008
$3,142
Tax history for 1454 Briarcliff Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,820 (+3.9%)
$84,640 + $107,120
$191,760
2024
$8,488 (+6.2%)
$84,640 + $107,120
$191,760
2023
$7,992 (+7.3%)
$71,960 + $112,040
$184,000
2022
$7,446 (−4.2%)
$72,000 + $89,920
$161,920
2021
$7,769 (+1.3%)
$72,000 + $97,280
$169,280
2020
$7,669 (−1.2%)
$72,000 + $97,280
$169,280
2019
$7,758 (+12.9%)
$33,360 + $135,680
$169,040
2018
$6,869 (+13.3%)
$33,360 + $115,080
$148,440
2017
$6,062 (−10.0%)
$33,360 + $115,080
$148,440
2016
$6,737 (+28.8%)
$33,360 + $111,440
$144,800
2014
$5,229 (+65.4%)
$33,360 + $89,360
$122,720
2013
$3,161 (−4.7%)
$35,160 + $62,600
$97,760
2012
$3,315 (+4.6%)
$35,160 + $62,600
$97,760
2011
$3,169 (−3.9%)
$38,000 + $52,720
$90,720
2010
$3,298 (+5.0%)
$38,000 + $68,240
$106,240
2008
$3,142
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,386
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 054 01 016
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.
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Fernbank
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: From Briarcliff & N Decatur, go north and home is on the left.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Beltline, Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,386
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 054 01 016
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 • 4.0mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
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