Beautifully updated Kirkwood cottage on large corner lot in the heart of the neighborhood. Classic brick home features updated kitchen & master bath, updated lighting & electrical, new water heater & upstairs HVAC, and brand new roof. Other updates include new paint throughout, thermal pane windows, new french doors to back deck, and new flooring in sunroom and studio/workshop. Spacious master suite upstairs includes newly updated bathroom with oversized tile shower & dual vanities. This home is a perfect blend of historic charm and updated style & functionality.
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$339Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by CHARLEY CORKRAN• Atlanta Intown Real Estate Services
Bought with Beth Bell• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Source:FMLS #5746005
Redfin Estimate
$672,342
$272K since sold in January 2017$8,000 since October
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 12% lower than the average sale price ($764K) of 6 comparable homes.
Beautifully updated Kirkwood cottage on large corner lot in the heart of the neighborhood. Classic brick home features updated kitchen & master bath, updated lighting & electrical, new water heater & upstairs HVAC, and brand new roof. Other updates include new paint throughout, thermal pane windows, new french doors to back deck, and new flooring in sunroom and studio/workshop. Spacious master suite upstairs includes newly updated bathroom with oversized tile shower & dual vanities. This home is a perfect blend of historic charm and updated style & functionality.
FMLS #5746005
Jan 9, 2017
Sold
$400,000
$202/sq ft
Dec 19, 2016
Contingent
—
Dec 19, 2016
Relisted
—
Dec 18, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Dec 12, 2016
Relisted
—
Dec 12, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Oct 27, 2016
Price Changed
$419,000
$211/sq ft
Sep 29, 2016
Price Changed
$429,000
$216/sq ft
Sep 12, 2016
Listed
$449,000
$226/sq ft
Public Records
May 18, 1998
Sold
$105,000
$53/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 19, 1998
Sold
$60,000
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2020
$104 (+103.8%)
$44,000 + $135,880
$179,880
2019
$51 (−75.4%)
$44,000 + $135,880
$179,880
2018
$208 (−82.4%)
$40,040 + $119,960
$160,000
2017
$1,181 (+187.3%)
$40,040 + $119,960
$160,000
2016
$411 (+56.3%)
$22,280 + $67,320
$89,600
2014
$263 (−2.5%)
$22,280 + $59,040
$81,320
2013
$270 (−27.0%)
$22,280 + $60,640
$82,920
2012
$370 (−14.9%)
$22,280 + $60,640
$82,920
2011
$434 (+44.4%)
$24,000 + $57,480
$81,480
2010
$301 (−88.3%)
$24,000 + $57,480
$81,480
2008
$2,577
Tax history for 178 Rockyford Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2020
$104 (+103.8%)
$44,000 + $135,880
$179,880
2019
$51 (−75.4%)
$44,000 + $135,880
$179,880
2018
$208 (−82.4%)
$40,040 + $119,960
$160,000
2017
$1,181 (+187.3%)
$40,040 + $119,960
$160,000
2016
$411 (+56.3%)
$22,280 + $67,320
$89,600
2014
$263 (−2.5%)
$22,280 + $59,040
$81,320
2013
$270 (−27.0%)
$22,280 + $60,640
$82,920
2012
$370 (−14.9%)
$22,280 + $60,640
$82,920
2011
$434 (+44.4%)
$24,000 + $57,480
$81,480
2010
$301 (−88.3%)
$24,000 + $57,480
$81,480
2008
$2,577
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,064
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 212 04 160
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-4A
Single-Family Residential District
The intent of this chapter in establishing the R-4A Single-Family Residential District is as follows: To provide protection for existing single-family neighborhoods by providing a district with lots having not more than one housing unit per 7,500 sq ft.; To permit new development in a manner compatible with existing development.; To provide for the development of recreational, religious and educational facilities as basic elements of a balanced community.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Educational / school
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Whirlpool Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Tray Ceiling(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator