Enjoy the parade of people and their pets as they stroll through this fun and friendly neighborhood on their way to the pool, playground, tennis courts or nearby Zagat rated restaurants and shops. This beautifully renovated home, with plenty of space for everyone offers the ultimate place for working, studying, living and playing. Welcoming craftsman door leads you into a light and airy living space. The French doors lead out to the balcony with a view over the expansive, playable and private yard framed by woods with plenty of space for a pool. Enjoy cooking and entertaining in the large chef's kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and two pantries. True owner suite on the main boast tray ceiling, 2 walk in closets, and luxurious spa-like bath. Step out from the master onto the deck - the perfect spot to start the day or end it sitting under the starry sky. Large finished basement is a great space for a family or game room and includes a true wood burning fireplace.. Step outside to relax on the screen porch that leads to a tucked away patio w/ jacuzzi. Terrace level also offers amazing flexible space for an in-law suite with separate entrance and kitchenette - great for office, or private guest room . Convenient to Emory, CDC and new CHOA, Easy access to 85 & 285. Taxes do not reflect the homestead exemption. Don't miss this one!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$229Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Amy Caldwell• HomeSmart
Listed by Marshall Berch• HomeSmart
Bought with NON-MLS NMLS• Non FMLS Member
Source:FMLS #6782728
Redfin Estimate
$850,669
$167K since sold in November 2020$3,000 since October
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 24.6% higher than the average sale price ($683K) of 6 comparable homes.
Enjoy the parade of people and their pets as they stroll through this fun and friendly neighborhood on their way to the pool, playground, tennis courts or nearby Zagat rated restaurants and shops. This beautifully renovated home, with plenty of space for everyone offers the ultimate place for working, studying, living and playing. Welcoming craftsman door leads you into a light and airy living space. The French doors lead out to the balcony with a view over the expansive, playable and private yard framed by woods with plenty of space for a pool. Enjoy cooking and entertaining in the large chef's kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and two pantries. True owner suite on the main boast tray ceiling, 2 walk in closets, and luxurious spa-like bath. Step out from the master onto the deck - the perfect spot to start the day or end it sitting under the starry sky. Large finished basement is a great space for a family or game room and includes a true wood burning fireplace.. Step outside to relax on the screen porch that leads to a tucked away patio w/ jacuzzi. Terrace level also offers amazing flexible space for an in-law suite with separate entrance and kitchenette - great for office, or private guest room . Convenient to Emory, CDC and new CHOA, Easy access to 85 & 285. Taxes do not reflect the homestead exemption. Don't miss this one!
FMLS #6753775
Sep 15, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2020
Contingent
—
Jul 17, 2020
Listed
$725,000
$195/sq ft
GAMLS #8823405
Sep 15, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jul 17, 2020
Listed
$725,000
$195/sq ft
GAMLS #3248914
Dec 19, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jun 22, 2012
Listed
$675,000
$181/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 10, 2006
Sold
$375,000
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,207 (−1.2%)
$60,760 + $256,880
$317,640
2024
$9,314 (+9.6%)
$60,760 + $256,880
$317,640
2023
$8,495 (+4.7%)
$60,760 + $247,000
$307,760
2022
$8,116 (+6.3%)
$60,000 + $193,600
$253,600
2021
$7,634 (−17.1%)
$60,000 + $172,680
$232,680
2020
$9,207 (+1.8%)
$60,000 + $172,680
$232,680
2019
$9,042 (−4.6%)
$60,000 + $137,400
$197,400
2018
$9,479 (+4.4%)
$60,000 + $146,880
$206,880
2017
$9,076 (−1.1%)
$60,000 + $146,880
$206,880
2016
$9,180 (−27.5%)
$30,000 + $169,200
$199,200
2014
$12,655 (+128.0%)
$30,000 + $169,440
$199,440
2013
$5,551 (−4.7%)
$30,080 + $139,760
$169,840
2012
$5,827 (−34.1%)
$30,080 + $139,760
$169,840
2011
$8,845 (+11.7%)
$40,000 + $209,440
$249,440
2010
$7,919 (+22.2%)
$40,000 + $209,440
$249,440
2008
$6,483
Tax history for 1247 Vista Leaf Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,207 (−1.2%)
$60,760 + $256,880
$317,640
2024
$9,314 (+9.6%)
$60,760 + $256,880
$317,640
2023
$8,495 (+4.7%)
$60,760 + $247,000
$307,760
2022
$8,116 (+6.3%)
$60,000 + $193,600
$253,600
2021
$7,634 (−17.1%)
$60,000 + $172,680
$232,680
2020
$9,207 (+1.8%)
$60,000 + $172,680
$232,680
2019
$9,042 (−4.6%)
$60,000 + $137,400
$197,400
2018
$9,479 (+4.4%)
$60,000 + $146,880
$206,880
2017
$9,076 (−1.1%)
$60,000 + $146,880
$206,880
2016
$9,180 (−27.5%)
$30,000 + $169,200
$199,200
2014
$12,655 (+128.0%)
$30,000 + $169,440
$199,440
2013
$5,551 (−4.7%)
$30,080 + $139,760
$169,840
2012
$5,827 (−34.1%)
$30,080 + $139,760
$169,840
2011
$8,845 (+11.7%)
$40,000 + $209,440
$249,440
2010
$7,919 (+22.2%)
$40,000 + $209,440
$249,440
2008
$6,483
*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
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.39 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
3,720
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 114 02 012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-100
LFRI
Residential Medium Lot-100 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-100 (Residential Medium Lot-100) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of fifteen 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-100 (Residential Medium Lot-100) 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; and To implement the future development map of the county's most current comprehensive plan.
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides, Shingle Siding
Exterior Features: Balcony, Private Yard
Roof: Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Spa Features: Private
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Forced Air
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Oak Grove - Dekalb
Middle Or Junior School: Henderson - Dekalb
High School: Lakeside - Dekalb
Location Information
Directions: Take Clairmont from 185 towards Decatur. Turn left at Lavista Rd, Left at Oak Grove, right at Woodleaf and right onto Vista Leaf. The home will be on the left.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Pool, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Street Lights, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,720
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 114 02 012
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Oak Grove Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
Henderson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
5/10
Lakeside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
25% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Decatur, GA • 30033
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
4.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$809,000 – $979,000
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