Tucked into one of Atlanta’s most treasured neighborhoods, this beautifully updated and meticulously maintained home offers the perfect balance of traditional charm and modern sophistication. Located in the highly sought-after Morningside Elementary School district, this residence combines curb appeal, thoughtful design and construction by John Willis Homes, and luxurious comfort in one of the city's most convenient and vibrant communities. As you approach, a classic brick façade framed by professional landscaping and mature trees creates an inviting first impression. Step through the arched front entry into a gracious foyer and light-filled formal living room with a beautiful fireplace and oversized windows that invite in natural light. Rich hardwood floors run throughout the home, grounding the space with warmth and continuity. Off the main living area, a versatile screen porch with skylights makes the perfect relaxation or reading retreat that overlooks the serene backyard. The spacious dining room connects seamlessly to the kitchen, which has been thoughtfully renovated with custom cabinetry, stone countertops, premium stainless-steel appliances, including 2 dishwashers, a steam oven in addition to a Wolf range, ice maker, additional freezer, and wine cooler, and a stylish tile backsplash. A cozy breakfast nook is ideal for casual morning coffee or after-school homework sessions. Upstairs, the generously sized bedrooms include a true primary suite, featuring a walk-in closet and a stunning en suite bath with double vanities, glass-enclosed shower, and elegant finishes. Additional bedrooms are well-sized with excellent closet space and access to another beautifully updated full bath. The finished terrace level offers an abundance of flexibility, use it as a media room, office, playroom, home gym, or guest quarters. It includes a kitchenette with a refrigerator, bedroom, two bathrooms, built-in storage, and access to the private backyard. Outdoors, the home shines with multiple entertaining spaces: a flagstone patio for dining al fresco, professionally designed landscaping for visual interest year-round, a peaceful water feature, and a fully fenced yard offering both privacy and space to play or garden. The attached garage and long driveway provide ample parking and storage. This home is a Control4 smarthome with ethernet wiring throughout, ceiling speakers and speakers in the porch. Home renovated in 2017 with new windows as well as new wood and carpeted flooring. This location is truly unbeatable, seconds to Morningside Village, Virginia Highland, Piedmont Park, the BeltLine, and numerous local shops and eateries. With a strong community feel and top-ranked schools, this home is the total package for intown living.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
8,755 sq ftLot Size
$368Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by JARED SAPP• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Bought with Jon Huff• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Source:FMLS #7623282
Redfin Estimate
$2,206,844
$93K since sold in October 2025$38K since October
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This home's estimate is 16.6% lower than the average sale price ($2.65M) of 6 comparable homes.
Don't miss this newer construction John Willis home on a prime, quiet Morningside street. Brand new, high end kitchen, all new windows, hardwood floors, & updated baths make this home shine. Open floorplan is perfect for entertaining. 4 bedrooms/3 baths up. Finished basement w/ additional bedroom, exercise room, 2 full baths, kitchenette & rec/play space - separate entrance & tons of natural light. Screened porch w/fireplace & private backyard w/ water feature. Walk to Piedmont Park, beltline, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, Morningside Elem, shops, dining & so much more.
GAMLS #8377862
Jun 29, 2018
Sold
$1,599,000
$267/sq ft
Jun 6, 2018
Pending
—
May 11, 2018
Listed
$1,650,000
$275/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 30, 2004
Sold
$350,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,995
$120,120 + $709,880
$830,000
2024
$28,016 (+10.9%)
$120,120 + $709,880
$830,000
2023
$25,268 (−0.7%)
$120,120 + $801,640
$921,760
2022
$25,441 (+15.8%)
$107,000 + $645,240
$752,240
2020
$21,974 (+1.8%)
$120,760 + $484,160
$604,920
2019
$21,587 (−1.0%)
$118,600 + $475,600
$594,200
2018
$21,815 (+15.1%)
$118,600 + $475,600
$594,200
2017
$18,952 (−0.3%)
$99,360 + $479,280
$578,640
2016
$19,001 (+0.8%)
$95,520 + $372,080
$467,600
2015
$18,842 (−4.1%)
$95,520 + $372,080
$467,600
2014
$19,644 (−2.5%)
$81,600 + $381,160
$462,760
2012
$20,157 (+17.4%)
$80,000 + $373,680
$453,680
2011
$17,175 (+0.6%)
$80,000 + $373,680
$453,680
2010
$17,071 (−13.3%)
$41,200 + $345,320
$386,520
2009
$19,687
$71,280 + $374,480
$445,760
2008
$19,687
$71,280 + $374,480
$445,760
Tax history for 827 Sherwood Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,995
$120,120 + $709,880
$830,000
2024
$28,016 (+10.9%)
$120,120 + $709,880
$830,000
2023
$25,268 (−0.7%)
$120,120 + $801,640
$921,760
2022
$25,441 (+15.8%)
$107,000 + $645,240
$752,240
2020
$21,974 (+1.8%)
$120,760 + $484,160
$604,920
2019
$21,587 (−1.0%)
$118,600 + $475,600
$594,200
2018
$21,815 (+15.1%)
$118,600 + $475,600
$594,200
2017
$18,952 (−0.3%)
$99,360 + $479,280
$578,640
2016
$19,001 (+0.8%)
$95,520 + $372,080
$467,600
2015
$18,842 (−4.1%)
$95,520 + $372,080
$467,600
2014
$19,644 (−2.5%)
$81,600 + $381,160
$462,760
2012
$20,157 (+17.4%)
$80,000 + $373,680
$453,680
2011
$17,175 (+0.6%)
$80,000 + $373,680
$453,680
2010
$17,071 (−13.3%)
$41,200 + $345,320
$386,520
2009
$19,687
$71,280 + $374,480
$445,760
2008
$19,687
$71,280 + $374,480
$445,760
*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
5.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,755
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
6,000
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fulton County
APN
17 005100080533
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green
Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2025.
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 Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Parking: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Whirlpool Tub
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Outside
Interior Features: Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer 2 Story, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Smart Home, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Shutters
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room,Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry Walk-In,View to Family Room
Exterior Features: Courtyard, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Other
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Wood, Wrought Iron
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
TaxLegalDescription: Upon request
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Morningside-
Middle Or Junior School: David T Howard
High School: Midtown
Location Information
Directions: Starting from the heart of Virginia Highland, head southwest on North Highland Avenue toward Amsterdam Avenue NE. Turn right onto Amsterdam Avenue NE, then take a left onto Ponce de Leon Avenue NE. Continue on Ponce de Leon Avenue for about 2 miles, then turn right onto Briarcliff Road NE. Follow Briarcliff Road for approximately 1.5 miles, then turn left onto Sherwood Road NE. Continue on Sherwood Road until you reach 827 Sherwood Road on your left.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Community Information
Community Features: Near Beltline, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 6,000
Stories: 1.5
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 8,755 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Fulton County
APN: 17 005100080533
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green
Home facts updated by owner on Oct 16, 2025
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Morningside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
David T Howard Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
9/10
Midtown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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 • 30324
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$2.10M – $2.54M
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