Live just steps from Emory University and the Druid Hills Golf Club in this timeless Cape Cod, where classic charm meets thoughtful updates throughout. A traditional foyer welcomes you into an oversized living room filled with natural light, thanks to large windows accented with plantation shutters. Anchored by a beautiful fireplace, the space flows effortlessly into the dining area and an updated kitchen featuring custom cabinetry and a built-in office nook—ideal for today’s flexible lifestyles. Just off the kitchen, a light-filled den wrapped in wall-to-wall windows offers stunning views of the lush, private backyard and deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A second fireplace is flanked by striking floor-to-ceiling built-ins, ideal for showcasing books, art, or collections. The main level offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bath—ideal for guests or a home office. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite includes a peaceful sitting area, a walk-in closet, and serene treetop views. Two additional bedrooms, a second full bath, and a dedicated laundry room complete the upper level. Downstairs, the basement includes a one-car drive-under garage, a second laundry area, and generous storage. Freshly painted inside and out, with gleaming hardwood floors throughout, this home perfectly blends classic style and modern livability. Don't miss your opportunity to be part of the coveted Druid Hills community, where historic beauty, walkability, and a true sense of place come together in one of Atlanta's most beloved neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$379Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Natalie Gregory• Compass
Bought with Jackson Head• Bolst
Source:FMLS #7592579
Redfin Estimate
$1,072,506
$14K since sold in July 2025$34K since September
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This home's estimate is 11.6% higher than the average sale price ($961K) of 6 comparable homes.
Stunning, traditional 4BR/2BA home perfectly renovated and meticulously maintained. Nestled among the tree-lined streets and tranquility of Historic Druid Hills, this welcoming retreat is a bird watcher’s paradise. Walk to Emory, CDC, Druid Hills Golf Club, Fernbank Elementary School, and Fernbank Museum. The flow of the house is ideal for entertaining. The generous and relaxing living room features 1 of 2 fireplaces ideal for gathering with family now and hosting parties in the future. The cook’s kitchen features a 6-burner Viking range and opens to dining, living, and family rooms. The family room features a second fireplace, custom built-ins, and overlooks a lush green-space, and family friendly lot. Two bedrooms and bath also on main level. One currently used as home office. Upstairs includes a large 3rd bedroom and boasts an expansive master bedroom with a sitting area, custom built-ins, a tranquil backyard view, and spacious walk-in closet. Renovated upstairs bath has heated floors for winter mornings. Tremendous closets throughout, ample storage upstairs and down including an accessible, walk-in attic. Terrace level has a basement with 1-car garage which opens to large, outdoor space for grilling, basketball or hanging out. Many recent updates prior to listing for the ideal move-in ready home. This home is the perfect sweet spot for price and location!
GAMLS #8792830
Sep 1, 2020
Sold
$690,000
$244/sq ft
Jul 24, 2020
Pending
—
May 22, 2020
Listed
$739,900
$261/sq ft
Stunning, traditional 4BR/2BA home perfectly renovated and meticulously maintained. Nestled among the tree-lined streets and tranquility of Historic Druid Hills, this welcoming retreat is a bird watcher’s paradise. Walk to Emory, CDC, Druid Hills Golf Club, Fernbank Elementary School, and Fernbank Museum. The flow of the house is ideal for entertaining. The generous and relaxing living room features 1 of 2 fireplaces ideal for gathering with family now and hosting parties in the future. The cook’s kitchen features a 6-burner Viking range and opens to dining, living, and family rooms. The family room features a second fireplace, custom built-ins, and overlooks a lush green-space, and family friendly lot. Two bedrooms and bath also on main level. One currently used as home office. Upstairs includes a large 3rd bedroom and boasts an expansive master bedroom with a sitting area, custom built-ins, a tranquil backyard view, and spacious walk-in closet. Renovated upstairs bath has heated floors for winter mornings. Tremendous closets throughout, ample storage upstairs and down including an accessible, walk-in attic. Terrace level has a basement with 1-car garage which opens to large, outdoor space for grilling, basketball or hanging out. Many recent updates prior to listing for the ideal move-in ready home. This home is the perfect sweet spot for price and location!
GAMLS #8792722
May 29, 2020
Listing Removed
—
May 27, 2020
Price Changed
$739,900
$261/sq ft
May 22, 2020
Listed
$449,900
$159/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 22, 2004
Sold
$510,000
$180/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,089 (+7.1%)
$61,958 + $233,082
$295,040
2024
$8,485 (+3.9%)
$61,958 + $233,082
$295,040
2023
$8,168 (−11.0%)
$61,600 + $233,440
$295,040
2022
$9,179 (+15.7%)
$61,600 + $216,400
$278,000
2021
$7,934 (−2.7%)
$61,600 + $211,400
$273,000
2020
$8,155 (−1.5%)
$61,600 + $211,400
$273,000
2019
$8,281 (+9.0%)
$61,600 + $196,080
$257,680
2018
$7,597 (−9.0%)
$61,600 + $167,320
$228,920
2017
$8,352 (+9.5%)
$61,600 + $167,320
$228,920
2016
$7,630 (−0.8%)
$61,600 + $163,640
$225,240
2014
$7,689 (+20.4%)
$61,600 + $171,840
$233,440
2013
$6,385 (−4.4%)
$61,600 + $134,920
$196,520
2012
$6,676 (−13.1%)
$61,480 + $134,160
$195,640
2011
$7,684 (+11.7%)
$60,000 + $157,760
$217,760
2010
$6,881 (+5.5%)
$60,000 + $157,760
$217,760
2008
$6,523
Tax history for 956 Clifton Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,089 (+7.1%)
$61,958 + $233,082
$295,040
2024
$8,485 (+3.9%)
$61,958 + $233,082
$295,040
2023
$8,168 (−11.0%)
$61,600 + $233,440
$295,040
2022
$9,179 (+15.7%)
$61,600 + $216,400
$278,000
2021
$7,934 (−2.7%)
$61,600 + $211,400
$273,000
2020
$8,155 (−1.5%)
$61,600 + $211,400
$273,000
2019
$8,281 (+9.0%)
$61,600 + $196,080
$257,680
2018
$7,597 (−9.0%)
$61,600 + $167,320
$228,920
2017
$8,352 (+9.5%)
$61,600 + $167,320
$228,920
2016
$7,630 (−0.8%)
$61,600 + $163,640
$225,240
2014
$7,689 (+20.4%)
$61,600 + $171,840
$233,440
2013
$6,385 (−4.4%)
$61,600 + $134,920
$196,520
2012
$6,676 (−13.1%)
$61,480 + $134,160
$195,640
2011
$7,684 (+11.7%)
$60,000 + $157,760
$217,760
2010
$6,881 (+5.5%)
$60,000 + $157,760
$217,760
2008
$6,523
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,769
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 003 01 021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-75
DRUD
Residential Medium Lot-75 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of ten 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-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) 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.
Zone overlays
Druid Hills Historic District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Golf related
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Total Parking: 3
Parking Features: Drive Under Main Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
Construction Materials: Brick 3 Sides, HardiPlank Type
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Fenced
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: See documents.
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic Fan, Zoned
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
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: GPS friendly.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Sidewalks, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Restaurant
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,769
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 003 01 021
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fernbank Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
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