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About this home
Recently appraised at over $1,000,000 and offered at just $999,000. an exceptional value for today's market. Stunning fully renovated 5-bedroom, 4-bath Brookhaven home with bespoke luxury upgrades throughout. This exceptional residence includes a fully independent one-bedroom in-law apartment with private entrance, full kitchen, and laundry, offering flexibility for multigenerational living, guests, or rental income. Located just minutes from Brookhaven's premier shopping and dining, this home combines modern design with effortless sophistication. The main level features an open, sun-filled layout anchored by a designer kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, premium appliances, and a convenient pot filler. The primary suite serves as a private sanctuary, complete with a spa-inspired bath and expansive closet, while additional bedrooms provide versatile space for family, guests, or a home office. Every detail has been thoughtfully upgraded, including new electrical, all-new plumbing with oversized copper lines, high-performance HVAC systems with Nest thermostats, engineered hardwood floors throughout, and a custom NewAge garage floor. The exterior has been fully refreshed with TimberTech decking, new concrete driveway and sidewalks, and a discreet four-camera security system, creating both curb appeal and peace of mind. The finished lower level offers exceptional versatility, featuring the private apartment, an additional bedroom, full bath, and a spacious recreation area with wet bar, perfect for entertaining, extended living, or rental opportunities.
Lavista Park, located between Buford Highway and North Druid Hills Road, is a residential and wooded Brookhaven neighborhood with curving streets and mid-century ranch homes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lavista Road and Clairmont Road corridor, where international groceries, taquerias, and late-night eateries set a lively, street-level rhythm. Community touchstones include Plaza Fiesta, the Buford Highway Farmers Market, and the Atlanta History Center for culture beyond the tree canopy. Homes sit on generous lots with mature hardwoods, and the terrain rolls toward small creeks and pocket greenspaces. Daily life often centers on errands and dining along Buford Highway, then quieter evenings back on winding lanes. The setting feels tucked away without feeling remote, with MARTA rail and major arterials close by.
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Market insights
1542 Lavista Rd NE · $995,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 48 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$995,000
Median sale price in this area is $381,711. (62% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
27% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Double vanity
In-law floorplan
Rear stairs
Vaulted ceilings
Wet bar
One fireplace in the living room
Finished daylight basement with full bath and interior entry
Keeping room
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms: 3 on the main level and 2 on the lower level
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms: 2 on the main level and 2 on the lower level
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Pantry and walk-in pantry
Second kitchen
Dishwasher
Double oven
Microwave
Laundry & utility
Laundry in hall
Tankless water heater
Flooring
Hardwood flooring
Heating & cooling
Central, zoned heating
Central air, zoned cooling, and ceiling fans
Exterior features
Deck and patio
View
Home design
One story
Parking
Garage with garage door opener
2 parking spaces
Security
Carbon monoxide detectors
Smoke detectors
Construction
Built in 1960
Brick construction
Composition roof
Slab foundation
Double-pane windows
Updated and remodeled
Utilities
Public water and sewer
220-volt electric service
Cable available
Underground utilities
Low-flow fixtures
Energy-efficient appliances, doors, insulation, roof, and water heater
HOA & community
No HOA
Electricity and solar
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Brookhaven remains a highly desirable market, with continued demand from buyers seeking convenience, strong neighborhoods, and access to Atlanta’s major employment and lifestyle amenities.
DeKalb County offers diverse lifestyles, from established communities like Decatur and Avondale Estates to suburban neighborhoods throughout North and East DeKalb. Known for its culture, dining, green spaces, and MARTA access, DeKalb attracts buyers...