This Morningside-Lenox Park home is spectacular. Bordered at the side and the back by the 26-acre Herbert Taylor Park and Daniel Johnson Nature Preserve this is one peaceful setting. Your privacy will always be protected. In the fall and winter you will be treated to views of the beach along South Fork Peachtree Creek. Take in the views from your large private deck or screened porch off the kitchen. Loads of flexibility with this home - Bed and bath on the main and optional 4th bed in basement. Large office on main, hardwoods and built-ins. Updated, modern kitchen with high end appliances and proper dining room. Enjoy your generously sized owner's suite w/ separate tub and shower. Escape to your basement media room with bar. Two car garage. Convenient to Emory, Virginia Highlands and Decatur.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$379Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by DAVID GARRISON• Origins Real Estate
Bought with Jessica Vash• Keller Williams Rlty, First Atlanta
Source:FMLS #6918311
Redfin Estimate
$1,026,686
$192K since sold in October 2021$8,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 5.9% higher than the average sale price ($969K) of 6 comparable homes.
This Morningside-Lenox Park home is spectacular. Bordered at the side and the back by the 26-acre Herbert Taylor Park and Daniel Johnson Nature Preserve this is one peaceful setting. Your privacy will always be protected. In the fall and winter you will be treated to views of the beach along South Fork Peachtree Creek. Take in the views from your large private deck or screened porch off the kitchen. Loads of flexibility with this home - Bed and bath on the main and optional 4th bed in basement. Large office on main, hardwoods and built-ins. Updated, modern kitchen with high end appliances and proper dining room. Enjoy your generously sized owner's suite w/ separate tub and shower. Escape to your basement media room with bar. Two car garage. Convenient to Emory, Virginia Highlands and Decatur.
FMLS #6905659
Jul 21, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jul 8, 2021
Price Changed
$930,000
$344/sq ft
Jun 24, 2021
Listed
$950,000
$351/sq ft
GAMLS #9003082
Jul 21, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jul 8, 2021
Price Changed
$930,000
$344/sq ft
Jun 24, 2021
Listed
$950,000
$351/sq ft
FMLS #3886222
Jul 31, 2009
Sold
$553,000
$204/sq ft
Apr 7, 2009
Listed
$595,000
$220/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 30, 1986
Sold
$25,000
$9/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2020
$202 (+107.6%)
$114,000 + $182,920
$296,920
2019
$97 (−76.1%)
$52,440 + $254,280
$306,720
2018
$407 (−67.7%)
$52,440 + $214,320
$266,760
2017
$1,260 (+6.1%)
$52,440 + $214,320
$266,760
2016
$1,187 (+188.1%)
$52,440 + $217,200
$269,640
2014
$412 (−53.3%)
$52,440 + $187,400
$239,840
2013
$883 (−29.8%)
$30,520 + $196,520
$227,040
2012
$1,258 (+2.7%)
$30,520 + $408,880
$439,400
2011
$1,225 (+18.9%)
$25,280 + $166,240
$191,520
2010
$1,030 (−89.4%)
$25,280 + $201,760
$227,040
2008
$9,701
Tax history for 1785 Johnson Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2020
$202 (+107.6%)
$114,000 + $182,920
$296,920
2019
$97 (−76.1%)
$52,440 + $254,280
$306,720
2018
$407 (−67.7%)
$52,440 + $214,320
$266,760
2017
$1,260 (+6.1%)
$52,440 + $214,320
$266,760
2016
$1,187 (+188.1%)
$52,440 + $217,200
$269,640
2014
$412 (−53.3%)
$52,440 + $187,400
$239,840
2013
$883 (−29.8%)
$30,520 + $196,520
$227,040
2012
$1,258 (+2.7%)
$30,520 + $408,880
$439,400
2011
$1,225 (+18.9%)
$25,280 + $166,240
$191,520
2010
$1,030 (−89.4%)
$25,280 + $201,760
$227,040
2008
$9,701
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
2,512
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 056 01 042
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 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
Jun 6, 2023 • Active
Residential - electrical
Upgrade the electrical service to 200 amps.
Electrical
Jun 6, 2023 • Active
Temporary power
Work on a temporary structure or installation.
Electrical
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Parking: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Ownership: Fee Simple
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Other
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Morningside-
Middle Or Junior School: David T Howard
High School: Midtown
Location Information
Directions: From Virginia Highlands take North Highland Ave NE and continue onto Johnson. Home is down on the right.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,512
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 056 01 042
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Morningside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
David T Howard Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
9/10
Midtown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
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