Classic 1920’s Druid Hills home on a gorgeous, large lot! A combination of character and modern updates make this home move-in ready. Hardwood floors throughout the main and second levels. Custom wood cabinets and granite countertops in the kitchen The openness of the kitchen to the dining room and the den is so inviting for gathering. Large formal living room with a fireplace. Spa-inspired owner suite with a marble floor, double vanity, and steam shower. The sunroom on the main can double as an office. 2 car detached garage with a separate room on the back for storage or workshop. 7/10’s of an acre lot with plenty of room for a pool. The stone patio is perfect for entertaining outdoors. Convenient to downtown Decatur, Emory, and the CDC. Please submit offers in a SINGLE PDF.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
0.7 acresLot Size
$409Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Alison Sternfels• Compass
Listed by Team 360 ATL• Compass
Bought with BETH M SHEPPARD• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Source:FMLS #6985784
Redfin Estimate
$1,047,408
$182K since sold in February 2022$5,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 6% higher than the average sale price ($989K) of 6 comparable homes.
Classic 1920's Druid Hills home on a gorgeous, large lot! A combination of character and modern updates make this home move-in ready. Hardwood floors throughout the main and second levels. Custom wood cabinets and granite countertops in the kitchen The openness of the kitchen to the dining room and the den is so inviting for gathering. Large formal living room with a fireplace. Spa-inspired owner suite with a marble floor, double vanity, and steam shower. The sunroom on the main can double as an office.2 car detached garage with a separate room on the back for storage or workshop. 7/10's of an acre lot with plenty of room for a pool. The stone patio is perfect for entertaining outdoors. Convenient to downtown Decatur, Emory, and the CDC.
GAMLS #8263330
Dec 14, 2017
Sold
$690,000
$269/sq ft
Nov 8, 2017
Pending
—
Sep 26, 2017
Listed
$725,000
$283/sq ft
FMLS #5912372
Dec 14, 2017
Sold
$690,000
$269/sq ft
Nov 17, 2017
Pending
—
Nov 8, 2017
Contingent
—
Sep 26, 2017
Listed
$725,000
$283/sq ft
Gorgeous 1929 bungalow in Druid Hills on an absolutely stunning lot. High ceilings, hardwood floor, huge formal living room with wood burning fireplace. The separate den is open to the dining room and fully renovated kitchen. Large bedroom and bath on the main is perfect for guests or in-laws. Spacious master suite up with additional bedroom and en-suite bath. Enclosed side porch. Detached 2 car garage - and the lot - private and beautiful! Stone patio for grilling out and entertaining. One mile to downtown Decatur and easy walk to East Lake Marta.
Public Records
Aug 31, 2015
Sold
$639,000
$250/sq ft
FMLS #5567469
Aug 28, 2015
Price Changed
$639,000
$250/sq ft
Aug 27, 2015
Price Changed
$649,800
$254/sq ft
Aug 27, 2015
Sold
$639,000
$250/sq ft
Aug 2, 2015
Contingent
—
Jul 29, 2015
Price Changed
$649,800
$254/sq ft
Jul 11, 2015
Listed
$649,900
$254/sq ft
GAMLS #7487478
Sep 11, 2015
Price Changed
$639,000
$250/sq ft
Aug 27, 2015
Sold
$639,000
$250/sq ft
Aug 2, 2015
Pending
—
Aug 2, 2015
Price Changed
$649,800
$254/sq ft
Jul 29, 2015
Price Changed
$649,800
$254/sq ft
Jul 11, 2015
Listed
$649,900
$254/sq ft
GAMLS #7447926
Jul 1, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2015
Price Changed
$674,999
$264/sq ft
May 5, 2015
Listed
$699,900
$273/sq ft
FMLS #5534556
Jul 1, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 14, 2015
Price Changed
$674,999
$264/sq ft
May 5, 2015
Listed
$699,900
$273/sq ft
GAMLS #7396608
May 5, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 25, 2015
Price Changed
$699,900
$273/sq ft
Mar 4, 2015
Price Changed
$725,000
$283/sq ft
Feb 2, 2015
Listed
$739,900
$289/sq ft
FMLS #5391618
May 5, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 25, 2015
Price Changed
$699,900
$273/sq ft
Mar 4, 2015
Price Changed
$725,000
$283/sq ft
Feb 2, 2015
Listed
$739,900
$289/sq ft
FMLS #3443205
Jul 16, 2007
Sold
$607,900
$237/sq ft
Mar 14, 2007
Listed
$625,000
$244/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 17, 2005
Sold
$565,000
$221/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 2003
Sold
$520,000
$203/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,141 (−4.9%)
$48,440 + $297,560
$346,000
2024
$11,715 (−6.8%)
$48,440 + $297,560
$346,000
2023
$12,567 (+33.1%)
$48,440 + $297,560
$346,000
2022
$9,444 (−0.9%)
$47,880 + $230,280
$278,160
2021
$9,533
$47,880 + $234,120
$282,000
2020
$9,541 (+9.6%)
$47,880 + $234,120
$282,000
2019
$8,708 (−5.7%)
$47,880 + $255,120
$303,000
2018
$9,238 (−1.5%)
$47,880 + $227,000
$274,880
2017
$9,377 (+7.1%)
$47,880 + $227,000
$274,880
2016
$8,756 (+44.0%)
$47,752 + $207,840
$255,592
2014
$6,079 (+4.1%)
$47,880 + $208,400
$256,280
2013
$5,842 (−11.9%)
$45,000 + $135,000
$180,000
2012
$6,634 (+4.9%)
$47,880 + $146,800
$194,680
2011
$6,327 (−7.0%)
$45,960 + $177,240
$223,200
2010
$6,805 (+5.2%)
$52,413 + $170,787
$223,200
2008
$6,467
Tax history for 615 Ridgecrest Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,141 (−4.9%)
$48,440 + $297,560
$346,000
2024
$11,715 (−6.8%)
$48,440 + $297,560
$346,000
2023
$12,567 (+33.1%)
$48,440 + $297,560
$346,000
2022
$9,444 (−0.9%)
$47,880 + $230,280
$278,160
2021
$9,533
$47,880 + $234,120
$282,000
2020
$9,541 (+9.6%)
$47,880 + $234,120
$282,000
2019
$8,708 (−5.7%)
$47,880 + $255,120
$303,000
2018
$9,238 (−1.5%)
$47,880 + $227,000
$274,880
2017
$9,377 (+7.1%)
$47,880 + $227,000
$274,880
2016
$8,756 (+44.0%)
$47,752 + $207,840
$255,592
2014
$6,079 (+4.1%)
$47,880 + $208,400
$256,280
2013
$5,842 (−11.9%)
$45,000 + $135,000
$180,000
2012
$6,634 (+4.9%)
$47,880 + $146,800
$194,680
2011
$6,327 (−7.0%)
$45,960 + $177,240
$223,200
2010
$6,805 (+5.2%)
$52,413 + $170,787
$223,200
2008
$6,467
*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
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.68 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,561
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 237 02 013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
R-85
DRUD
Residential Medium Lot-85 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-85 (Residential Medium Lot-85) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of twelve thousand square feet; To provide for compatible infill development in neighborhoods; To provide protections for existing development as new subdivisions are created; To provide flexibility in design on the interior of new development while protecting surrounding development; To assure that the uses and structures authorized in the R-85 (Residential Medium Lot-85) District are those uses and structures designed to serve the housing, recreational, educational, religious, and social needs of the neighborhood; To provide for appropriately sized accessible and useable open space in new developments for health, recreational and social opportunities for county residents; To implement the future development map of the county's most current comprehensive plan.
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Fernbank
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: Drive east on E Ponce de Leon Ave towards Decatur, turn right on Ridgecrest Rd, 615 Ridgecrest Rd will be on the left.
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,561
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.68 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 237 02 013
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fernbank Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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