Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Atlanta’s desirable Sylvan Hills neighborhood, offering the perfect combination of classic character and thoughtful updates. Step inside to find an updated kitchen and beautifully updated bathrooms, creating comfortable, move-in-ready spaces while maintaining the home’s original charm. APPLIANCE PACKAGE OFFERED. PICK OUT YOUR OWN STYLE. Recent improvements include fresh exterior paint, a newer roof, and newer HVAC, giving buyers added peace of mind. The comfortable floor plan provides plenty of space for everyday living, entertaining, or working from home. Outside, a detached garage offers additional parking, storage, or potential workshop space. Conveniently located near Downtown Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, major interstates, shopping, dining, and many of Atlanta’s popular intown destinations. Charming, updated, and conveniently located in Sylvan Hills—this Atlanta home is ready to welcome its next owner!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
7,949 sq ftLot Size
$218Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Alicia Rylander• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Sylvan Hills, located between Perkerson Park and the West End, is a residential and historic Atlanta neighborhood with a park-centered layout and a rail-adjacent edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Perkerson Park fields and recreation center, where ballgames, playground loops, and shaded paths set the daily rhythm. Early-20th-century bungalows and brick cottages line curving streets, giving the area a grounded, porch-forward streetscape. Monday Night Garage and Wild Heaven Beer (West End) act as nearby social anchors for casual meetups. The BeltLine Westside Trail adds a linear corridor for walking and biking toward Lee + White. MARTA’s Oakland City Station links the neighborhood to the wider city grid.
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Offer insights
1553 Sylvan Rd SW · $359,900
$360K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $360K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
92 days
The average home goes pending in 52 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.8%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
High 9 ft ceilings on main and upper levels
Living room fireplace
Bedrooms
Master on main
Split bedroom plan
Two main-level bedrooms
One upper-level bedroom
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Main level bathroom included
Upper-level full bathroom
Master bathroom with tub/shower combo
Kitchen
White cabinets
Eat-in kitchen
Stone countertops
Other appliances included
Laundry & utility
Laundry area in kitchen
Separate laundry room
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Covered side porch
Other exterior features
Home design
One-and-a-half story home
Resale condition
Parking
Driveway
Garage (1-car)
Open parking available
Construction
Vinyl siding
Composition roof
Block and brick/mortar foundation
Built with typical construction materials
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity available
Sewer available
Water available
HOA & community
Near public transport
Street lights in community
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Atlanta's desirable Sylvan Hills neighborhood, offering the perfect combination of classic character and thoughtful updates. Step inside to find an updated kitchen and beautifully updated bathrooms, creating comfortable, move-in-ready spaces while maintaining the home's original charm. Recent improvements include fresh exterior paint, a newer roof, and newer HVAC, giving buyers added peace of mind. The comfortable floor plan provides plenty of space for everyday living, entertaining, or working from home. Outside, a detached garage offers additional parking, storage, or potential workshop space. Conveniently located near Downtown Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, major interstates, shopping, dining, and many of Atlanta's popular intown destinations. Charming, updated, and conveniently located in Sylvan Hills-this Atlanta home is ready to welcome its next owner!
FMLS #7788323
Sep 4, 2026
Price Changed
$359,900
$218/sq ft
Jul 14, 2026
Listed
$374,900
$227/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Coming Soon
$374,900
$227/sq ft
FMLS #3803643
Dec 12, 2008
Sold
$28,000
$17/sq ft
Oct 19, 2008
Listed
$25,000
$15/sq ft
BANK OWNED PROPERTY.SOLD AS IS.NO SELLER'S DISCLOSURE.NO WARRANTIES.ALL CONTRACTS MUST BE PRESENTED WITH PRE AOPPROVAL LETTER FROM THE LEND
Public Records
Dec 8, 1997
Sold
$98,000
$59/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 31, 1994
Sold
$55,000
$33/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 6, 1992
Sold
$62,800
$38/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 8, 1986
Sold
$55,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,289 (−23.1%)
$23,160 + $57,240
$80,400
2024
$4,276 (+5.0%)
$22,960 + $81,480
$104,440
2023
$4,072 (+34.0%)
$46,040 + $53,400
$99,440
2022
$3,038 (+26.3%)
$23,640 + $51,440
$75,080
2020
$2,406 (+61.4%)
$12,360 + $46,360
$58,720
2019
$1,491 (+71.5%)
$9,400 + $26,880
$36,280
2018
$869 (+45.0%)
$9,400 + $26,880
$36,280
2017
$599 (−0.3%)
$4,760 + $16,240
$21,000
2016
$601 (−0.2%)
$2,880 + $11,000
$13,880
2015
$602 (−4.3%)
$2,880 + $11,000
$13,880
2014
$629 (+368.0%)
$2,880 + $11,000
$13,880
2012
$134 (−84.9%)
$2,400 + $9,240
$11,640
2011
$890 (−39.0%)
$2,400 + $9,240
$11,640
2010
$1,461 (−7.2%)
$7,280 + $25,800
$33,080
2009
$1,574
$8,040 + $27,600
$35,640
2008
$1,574
$8,040 + $27,600
$35,640
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,950 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,653
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,653
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fulton County
APN
14 012100030762
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
R-4
Single-Family Residential District
The intent of this chapter in establishing the R-4 Single-Family Residential District is as follows: To provide for the protection of existing single-family communities and the development of new communities on lots of medium size at a density of not more than 1 dwelling unit per 9,000 sq ft.; To provide for the development of recreational, educational and religious facilities as basic elements of a balanced community.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Educational / school
Nov 27, 2009 • Final
Building historical
Perform repairs to a single-family home.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 104° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Atlanta, GA • 30310
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Sun exposure
72/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.1 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1553 Sylvan Rd SW
$350,784
$9,116 under list price of $360K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $180K to $395K.