Architectural Excellence on Merton Road! Experience Morningside at its finest in this custom-built masterpiece on sought-after Merton Road. Designed by the renowned Frank Neely and meticulously crafted by Neil Johnson of Canonbury Homes, this one-owner residence is a rare fusion of limestone, granite, and slate. From the elegant porte-cochère to the copper gutters and lush professional landscaping, every detail signals a home of incomparable quality. The interior is a sanctuary of soaring ceilings and sophisticated textures. A grand foyer opens to an oversized dining room and a handsome private office, both anchored by bespoke fireplaces. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen—featuring double islands, hand-carved wood floors, and Ann Sacks tile—flows seamlessly into a beamed Great Room. Transition through the iron-glass sunroom to a breathtaking backyard oasis, where a heated pool, hot tub, putting green, and expansive covered porch with a fireplace offer the ultimate in private, year-round entertaining. The upper level is an architectural study in light and scale, boasting 10-foot domed ceilings and rich moldings. The primary suite serves as a true retreat, complete with a spa-inspired bath and a private terrace overlooking the grounds. Three additional ensuite bedrooms and a large laundry room occupy this level, while a private sixth guest suite is tucked away via its own dedicated staircase. The terrace level is a destination unto itself. With 10-foot ceilings, a high-end teak wet bar, a climate-controlled wine cellar, and a professional-grade movie room, it is the premier space for recreation. A dedicated home gym and direct pool access—complete with a changing area—ensure every modern convenience is met. This is a rare opportunity to own a legacy property in Atlanta’s most coveted walkable neighborhood.
Morningside-Lenox Park, located between Piedmont Park and Emory University, is a residential and park-adjacent Atlanta neighborhood with leafy streets and early-20th-century architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Morningside Village corridor at N Highland Ave NE and Lanier Blvd NE, where sidewalk patios, a small market strip, and local storefronts set a steady, walkable rhythm. Alon’s Bakery & Market anchors the daily routine with coffee cases and bread counters, while the Morningside Farmers Market turns weekend mornings into a social ritual. Tudor Revivals and brick bungalows line curving blocks, with pocket parks and school greens breaking up the grid. Trails and lawns at nearby Piedmont Park and the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail shape outdoor time. The pace feels polished but lived-in, with dining and errands clustered in compact nodes.
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Market insights
1770 Merton Rd NE · $4,995,000
DAYS ON MARKET
71 days
The average home goes pending in 45 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$4,995,000
Median sale price in this area is $613,305. (88% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
23% 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
Beamed ceilings
Built-in bookcases
Central vacuum
Double vanities in baths
Entrance foyer
High 10-ft ceilings on lower, main and upper levels
Tray ceilings
Walk-in closets
Wet bar
Insulated windows
No common walls
Five fireplaces (family room, living room, keeping room, other room) with gas starters
Bedrooms
One main-level bedroom
Five upper-level bedrooms
Oversized master bedroom with sitting room
Bathrooms
Six full bathrooms
Three half bathrooms
Main level: one full bath and two half baths
Upper level: five full baths
Lower level: one half bath
Master bath with double vanity, separate tub and shower, and soaking tub
Kitchen
Gas cooktop
Double oven
Self-cleaning oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Disposal
White cabinets
Kitchen island
Breakfast bar and breakfast room
Eat-in kitchen with keeping room and view to family room
Walk-in pantry and pantry
Stone countertops
Laundry & utility
Laundry room on upper level
Washer and dryer included
Tankless water heater
Dehumidifier
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Heating & cooling
Central air with ceiling fans and zoned cooling
Forced air heating on natural gas with zoning
Exterior features
Garden
Private entrance
Private yard
Exterior storage
Covered front, rear and side porches, patio and terrace
Fenced backyard with chain link and privacy fencing
In-ground heated private pool with waterfall
Daylight finished full basement with exterior and interior entry
Home design
Three or more levels
Stone exterior
Resale condition
Parking
Attached garage with 3 garage spaces
Garage faces rear with garage door opener
Level driveway
Open parking available
Kitchen-level access
Security
Accessible bedroom and accessible doors
Construction
Composition and slate roof
Slab foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
220 volt electric service
Underground utilities
HOA & community
Near Beltline and trails/greenway
Near public transport, shopping and schools
Community park, playground, sidewalks and street lights
Other
Irrigation system
Home theater
Directions: On Merton Rd between Berkshire & Wildwood Rd (paved city street)
Electricity and solar
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Architectural Excellence on Merton Road! Experience Morningside at its finest in this custom-built masterpiece on sought-after Merton Road. Designed by the renowned Frank Neely and meticulously crafted by Neil Johnson of Canonbury Homes, this one-owner residence is a rare fusion of limestone, granite, and slate. From the elegant porte-cochere to the copper gutters and lush professional landscaping, every detail signals a home of incomparable quality. The interior is a sanctuary of soaring ceilings and sophisticated textures. A grand foyer opens to an oversized dining room and a handsome private office, both anchored by bespoke fireplaces. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen-featuring double islands, hand-carved wood floors, and Ann Sacks tile-flows seamlessly into a beamed Great Room. Transition through the iron-glass sunroom to a breathtaking backyard oasis, where a heated pool, hot tub, putting green, and expansive covered porch with a fireplace offer the ultimate in private, year-round entertaining. The upper level is an architectural study in light and scale, boasting 10-foot domed ceilings and rich moldings. The primary suite serves as a true retreat, complete with a spa-inspired bath and a private terrace overlooking the grounds. Three additional ensuite bedrooms and a large laundry room occupy this level, while a private sixth guest suite is tucked away via its own dedicated staircase. The terrace level is a destination unto itself. With 10-foot ceilings, a high-end teak wet bar, a climate-controlled wine cellar, and a professional-grade movie room, it is the premier space for recreation. A dedicated home gym and direct pool access-complete with a changing area-ensure every modern convenience is met. This is a rare opportunity to own a legacy property in Atlanta's most coveted walkable neighborhood.
FMLS #7718844
Apr 30, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Feb 12, 2026
Listed
$5,495,000
$632/sq ft
GAMLS #10691399
Apr 30, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Feb 12, 2026
Listed
$5,495,000
$632/sq ft
FMLS #7651243
Dec 17, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Sep 17, 2025
Listed
$5,750,000
$662/sq ft
GAMLS #10607290
Dec 17, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Sep 17, 2025
Listed
$5,750,000
$662/sq ft
Public Records
May 18, 2011
Sold
$690,000
$79/sq ft
FMLS #4184213
May 16, 2011
Listing Removed
—
May 13, 2011
Sold
$690,000
$79/sq ft
May 6, 2011
Pending
—
Apr 15, 2011
Contingent
—
Feb 17, 2011
Listed
$750,000
$86/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$35,824 (−0.5%)
$132,920 + $868,480
$1,001,400
2024
$35,995 (+12.1%)
$132,920 + $868,480
$1,001,400
2023
$32,120 (+0.2%)
$89,200 + $789,080
$878,280
2022
$32,069 (+1.0%)
$89,200 + $789,080
$878,280
2021
$31,744 (+19.2%)
$89,200 + $789,080
$878,280
2020
$26,640 (−0.3%)
$101,160 + $587,720
$688,880
2019
$26,721 (−1.0%)
$101,160 + $587,720
$688,880
2018
$27,001 (−5.7%)
$101,160 + $587,720
$688,880
2017
$28,620 (−4.4%)
$101,160 + $699,640
$800,800
2016
$29,939 (−10.4%)
$97,240 + $594,200
$691,440
2015
$33,423 (+19.7%)
$97,240 + $594,200
$691,440
2014
$27,911 (+280.9%)
$77,760 + $537,840
$615,600
2011
$7,327 (−9.0%)
$76,240 + $132,760
$209,000
2010
$8,054 (−2.7%)
$79,120 + $131,720
$210,840
2009
$8,275
$79,120 + $131,720
$210,840
2008
$8,275
$79,120 + $131,720
$210,840
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
7.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
5,101
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
5,101
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fulton County
APN
17 000300010125
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R-3
Single-Family Residential District
The intent of this chapter in establishing the R-3 Single-Family Residential District is as follows: To provide for the development of single-family residential communities and protection of existing communities on lots of medium size at a density of not more than 1 dwelling unit per 18,000 sq ft.; To provide for the development of recreational, religious, and educational facilities as basic elements in a balanced community.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
21% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Atlanta, GA • 30306
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Sun exposure
55/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
5.8 hrs
3.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1770 Merton Rd NE
$4,570,877
$424K under list price of $5.00M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.3M to $3.1M.