Showstopper!!! What an incredibly unique and special property! This one-of-a-kind updated 1920s granite Craftsman Bungalow features a stunning two-story cathedral-ceiling screened-in front porch & entryway and is located in the extremely desirable Candler Park/ Lake Claire & Mary Lin district. Enjoy cooking meals in this custom gourmet kitchen with a 6 burner stove, built-in breakfast nook with a pop-up tv and storage galore. Major renovations to this beautiful property include a 2nd story expansion allowing for 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, the perfect library reading nook & a bonus room. State of the art Trotter waterproofing system has been installed in the basement with a lifetime of structure service warranty. The home is also equipped with AT&T fiber optic cables. In need of your own garden getaway? Step outside to your private backyard oasis featuring flower gardens, yellowwood & weeping rosebud trees and a relaxing koi pond. When you’re in need of the city, stroll down to Candler Park, Mary Lin, Paideia, Fernbank Science Center, Druid Hills Golf Club, Lake Claire Park, L5P, Candler Park Market, coffee shops and restaurants.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$361Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Anna K Intown• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Bought with Molly Carter Gaines• Ansley Real Estate | Christie's International Real Estate
Source:FMLS #6731297
Redfin Estimate
$1,072,107
$280K since sold in July 2020$11K since August
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This home's estimate is 9.5% lower than the average sale price ($1.18M) of 6 comparable homes.
Showstopper!!! What an incredibly unique and special property! This one-of-a-kind updated 1920s granite Craftsman Bungalow features a stunning two-story cathedral-ceiling screened-in front porch & entryway and is located in the extremely desirable Candler Park/ Lake Claire & Mary Lin district. Enjoy cooking meals in this custom gourmet kitchen with a 6 burner stove, built-in breakfast nook with a pop-up tv and storage galore. Major renovations to this beautiful property include a 2nd story expansion allowing for 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, the perfect library reading nook & a bonus room. State of the art Trotter waterproofing system has been installed in the basement with a lifetime of structure service warranty. The home is also equipped with AT&T fiber optic cables. In need of your own garden getaway? Step outside to your private backyard oasis featuring flower gardens, yellowwood & weeping rosebud trees and a relaxing koi pond. When youa???re in need of the city, stroll down to Candler Park, Mary Lin, Paideia, Fernbank Science Center, Druid Hills Golf Club, Lake Claire Park, L5P, Candler Park Market, coffee shops and restaurants.
GAMLS #8755715
Apr 27, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Mar 18, 2020
Listed
$800,000
$270/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 30, 1986
Sold
$120,000
$40/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1984
Sold
$85,000
$29/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 30, 1983
Sold
$75,000
$25/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 7, 1981
Sold
$82,300
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2020
$180 (+107.1%)
$84,000 + $231,920
$315,920
2019
$87 (−76.0%)
$43,200 + $226,680
$269,880
2018
$362 (−67.6%)
$43,200 + $201,280
$244,480
2017
$1,120 (+6.1%)
$43,200 + $201,280
$244,480
2016
$1,055 (+63.3%)
$43,200 + $197,640
$240,840
2014
$646 (−3.5%)
$43,200 + $186,840
$230,040
2013
$669 (−27.5%)
$42,800 + $131,600
$174,400
2012
$923 (−29.0%)
$42,800 + $131,600
$174,400
2011
$1,300 (+42.0%)
$42,320 + $160,480
$202,800
2010
$916 (−86.7%)
$42,320 + $160,480
$202,800
2008
$6,876
Tax history for 552 Clifton Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2020
$180 (+107.1%)
$84,000 + $231,920
$315,920
2019
$87 (−76.0%)
$43,200 + $226,680
$269,880
2018
$362 (−67.6%)
$43,200 + $201,280
$244,480
2017
$1,120 (+6.1%)
$43,200 + $201,280
$244,480
2016
$1,055 (+63.3%)
$43,200 + $197,640
$240,840
2014
$646 (−3.5%)
$43,200 + $186,840
$230,040
2013
$669 (−27.5%)
$42,800 + $131,600
$174,400
2012
$923 (−29.0%)
$42,800 + $131,600
$174,400
2011
$1,300 (+42.0%)
$42,320 + $160,480
$202,800
2010
$916 (−86.7%)
$42,320 + $160,480
$202,800
2008
$6,876
*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
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,804
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 239 01 162
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Driveway, Kitchen Level
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Roommate Floor Plan
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Other
Window Features: Plantation Shutters, Skylight(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Gas Oven, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Mary Lin
Middle Or Junior School: David T Howard
High School: Midtown
Location Information
Directions: Head east on Dekalb Ave NE and turn left on Clifton Rd. Home will be on your left just past Harriett Ave.
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Public Transportation, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,804
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 239 01 162
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Lin Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
David T Howard Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
Midtown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
9/10
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