Perched on a small hill, this spacious and updated all brick ranch is close to Emory and CDC. Large eat-in kitchen has lots of counter space and built-in seating. Master bath remodeled with travertine tile and new vanity with granite top. Hall bath newly updated, too! Also has brand new bedroom carpet. Outdoor spaces include a deck, two patios and a fenced backyard. Located in highly sought after Biltmore Estates, you can walk to shops, restaurants, Starbucks and Whole Foods. Note: Property taxes do not reflect a Homestead Exemption.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
Listed by Marc Goldin• The Goldin Group Property Management
Bought with JASON HATCHER• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Source:FMLS #6117224
Redfin Estimate
$522,778
$170K since sold in May 2019$13K since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 12.2% lower than the average sale price ($595K) of 6 comparable homes.
Perched on a small hill, this spacious and updated all brick ranch is close to Emory and CDC. Large eat-in kitchen has lots of counter space and built-in seating. Master bath remodeled with travertine tile and new vanity with granite top. Hall bath newly updated, too! Also has brand new bedroom carpet. Outdoor spaces include a deck, two patios and a fenced backyard. Located in highly sought after Biltmore Estates, you can walk to shops, restaurants, Starbucks and Whole Foods. Note: Property taxes do not reflect a Homestead Exemption.
Public Records
Apr 6, 2016
Sold
$317,000
GAMLS #7575198
Apr 15, 2016
Price Changed
$317,000
Mar 29, 2016
Sold
$317,000
Mar 7, 2016
Pending
—
Mar 7, 2016
Price Changed
$349,900
Jan 18, 2016
Listed
$349,900
Perched on a small hill, this spacious and updated all brick ranch is close to Emory and CDC. The large eat-in kitchen features can lighting, lots of counter space, and built-in seating. Master bath remodeled with travertine tile and new vanity with granite top. Office has closet and window, and can also be used for fourth bedroom. A must see!
FMLS #5636801
Apr 5, 2016
Price Changed
$317,000
Mar 29, 2016
Price Changed
$349,900
Mar 29, 2016
Sold
$317,000
Feb 17, 2016
Contingent
—
Jan 18, 2016
Listed
$349,900
Public Records
Sep 25, 1995
Sold
$125,000
Public Records
Aug 4, 1987
Sold
$115,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,972
$58,480 + $113,520
$172,000
2024
$7,978 (+17.0%)
$58,480 + $113,520
$172,000
2023
$6,817 (+0.5%)
$58,480 + $113,520
$172,000
2022
$6,784 (+0.9%)
$60,000 + $86,520
$146,520
2021
$6,726 (+2.8%)
$60,000 + $85,200
$145,200
2020
$6,542 (+2.5%)
$60,000 + $85,200
$145,200
2019
$6,384 (+12.5%)
$22,080 + $115,320
$137,400
2018
$5,676 (+2.1%)
$22,080 + $98,920
$121,000
2017
$5,557 (+40.4%)
$22,080 + $98,920
$121,000
2016
$3,959 (+32.7%)
$22,080 + $100,880
$122,960
2014
$2,984 (−16.6%)
$22,080 + $93,200
$115,280
2013
$3,576 (−4.3%)
$27,000 + $80,400
$107,400
2012
$3,737 (−3.0%)
$27,000 + $80,400
$107,400
2011
$3,852 (+10.1%)
$27,000 + $80,920
$107,920
2010
$3,498 (+14.0%)
$27,000 + $80,920
$107,920
2008
$3,068
Tax history for 1491 Lively Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,972
$58,480 + $113,520
$172,000
2024
$7,978 (+17.0%)
$58,480 + $113,520
$172,000
2023
$6,817 (+0.5%)
$58,480 + $113,520
$172,000
2022
$6,784 (+0.9%)
$60,000 + $86,520
$146,520
2021
$6,726 (+2.8%)
$60,000 + $85,200
$145,200
2020
$6,542 (+2.5%)
$60,000 + $85,200
$145,200
2019
$6,384 (+12.5%)
$22,080 + $115,320
$137,400
2018
$5,676 (+2.1%)
$22,080 + $98,920
$121,000
2017
$5,557 (+40.4%)
$22,080 + $98,920
$121,000
2016
$3,959 (+32.7%)
$22,080 + $100,880
$122,960
2014
$2,984 (−16.6%)
$22,080 + $93,200
$115,280
2013
$3,576 (−4.3%)
$27,000 + $80,400
$107,400
2012
$3,737 (−3.0%)
$27,000 + $80,400
$107,400
2011
$3,852 (+10.1%)
$27,000 + $80,920
$107,920
2010
$3,498 (+14.0%)
$27,000 + $80,920
$107,920
2008
$3,068
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,814
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 106 08 003
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
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
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
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Briar Vista
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: From North Druid Hills Road and Briarcliff Road, go south on Briarcliff. Cross Lavista to second left on Lively Ridge Road. Home is on the right.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,814
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 106 08 003
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Briar Vista Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
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