Spacious Midcentury 4BEDx3BATH split-level brick ranch in coveted LAUREL RIDGE ELEMENTARY school district. Your kids can literally walk to classes. Multi-generational home offers a VERY FLEXIBLE flrpln. 3BEDx2BATH upstairs & SEPARATE 1BEDx1BATH au pair suite/Airbnb/guests suite WITH KITCHEN, downstairs. Downstairs suite also has a separate pvt entry/exit. Beautiful eat-in kitchen with walk-in pantry and adjoining den w/ fireplace. Master on main with a gorgeous renovated master bath with NEW double vanity. Easily access the expansive rear deck via French doors in the owner's suite. Recent updates also incld wood floors in the owner's suite and hallways. Oversized screened rear porch overlooks an expansive deck & a private, large back yard. Rear yard is completely fenced for the safety of the kids & the pups. The property is adjacent to the trail which offers direct access to Shamrock Forest Park. This home was MADE for safety, convenience, & family.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by William L Bedgood• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Bought with Sandy Baker• Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners
Source:FMLS #6731306
Redfin Estimate
$593,393
$178K since sold in September 2020$5,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 6.6% higher than the average sale price ($557K) of 6 comparable homes.
Spacious Midcentury 4BEDx3BATH split-level brick ranch in coveted LAUREL RIDGE ELEMENTARY school district. Your kids can literally walk to classes. Multi-generational home offers a VERY FLEXIBLE flrpln. 3BEDx2BATH upstairs & SEPARATE 1BEDx1BATH au pair suite/Airbnb/guests suite WITH KITCHEN, downstairs. Downstairs suite also has a separate pvt entry/exit. Beautiful eat-in kitchen with walk-in pantry and adjoining den w/ fireplace. Master on main with a gorgeous renovated master bath with NEW double vanity. Easily access the expansive rear deck via French doors in the owner's suite. Recent updates also incld wood floors in the owner's suite and hallways. Oversized screened rear porch overlooks an expansive deck & a private, large back yard. Rear yard is completely fenced for the safety of the kids & the pups. The property is adjacent to the trail which offers direct access to Shamrock Forest Park. This home was MADE for safety, convenience, & family.
Public Records
May 29, 2015
Sold
$354,000
$149/sq ft
FMLS #5519574
May 29, 2015
Price Changed
$354,000
$149/sq ft
May 29, 2015
Sold
$354,000
$149/sq ft
May 28, 2015
Price Changed
$359,000
$151/sq ft
Apr 24, 2015
Contingent
—
Apr 21, 2015
Relisted
—
Apr 20, 2015
Contingent
—
Apr 17, 2015
Relisted
—
Apr 17, 2015
Contingent
—
Apr 6, 2015
Listed
$359,000
$151/sq ft
GAMLS #7430807
Jun 16, 2015
Price Changed
$354,000
$149/sq ft
May 28, 2015
Sold
$354,000
$149/sq ft
Apr 24, 2015
Pending
—
Apr 23, 2015
Price Changed
$359,000
$151/sq ft
Apr 17, 2015
Relisted
—
Apr 17, 2015
Pending
—
Apr 6, 2015
Listed
$359,000
$151/sq ft
Larger than most homes in the neighborhood, this 4-bedroom / 3 bath charmer, completely updated in 2005, includes a large foyer, large step-down living room, family room with a wood burning fireplace, open kitchen with granite countertops and subway tile backsplash, formal dining area, spray insulation in the full attic and large deck overlooking the backyard that backs up to Shamrock Forest. The basement includes a Master/In-Law/Teen Suite complete with large bedroom, bathroom with sep tub and steam shower, living room and island kitchen with granite counters.
Public Records
Aug 31, 2005
Sold
$330,000
$139/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,032 (+7.7%)
$41,538 + $156,262
$197,800
2024
$5,601 (+11.8%)
$41,538 + $156,262
$197,800
2023
$5,008 (−12.5%)
$41,538 + $156,262
$197,800
2022
$5,726 (+6.1%)
$40,000 + $133,560
$173,560
2021
$5,399 (+12.7%)
$40,000 + $119,400
$159,400
2020
$4,792 (−1.0%)
$40,000 + $119,400
$159,400
2019
$4,838 (+12.6%)
$40,000 + $120,000
$160,000
2018
$4,297 (−0.8%)
$40,000 + $96,920
$136,920
2017
$4,331 (+0.5%)
$40,000 + $96,920
$136,920
2016
$4,308 (+10.3%)
$23,680 + $111,160
$134,840
2014
$3,907 (+24.2%)
$23,680 + $85,040
$108,720
2013
$3,145 (−4.6%)
$23,680 + $73,400
$97,080
2012
$3,298 (−24.8%)
$23,680 + $73,400
$97,080
2011
$4,388 (+11.2%)
$26,360 + $98,520
$124,880
2010
$3,945 (−24.8%)
$26,360 + $98,520
$124,880
2008
$5,245
Tax history for 1317 Balsam Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,032 (+7.7%)
$41,538 + $156,262
$197,800
2024
$5,601 (+11.8%)
$41,538 + $156,262
$197,800
2023
$5,008 (−12.5%)
$41,538 + $156,262
$197,800
2022
$5,726 (+6.1%)
$40,000 + $133,560
$173,560
2021
$5,399 (+12.7%)
$40,000 + $119,400
$159,400
2020
$4,792 (−1.0%)
$40,000 + $119,400
$159,400
2019
$4,838 (+12.6%)
$40,000 + $120,000
$160,000
2018
$4,297 (−0.8%)
$40,000 + $96,920
$136,920
2017
$4,331 (+0.5%)
$40,000 + $96,920
$136,920
2016
$4,308 (+10.3%)
$23,680 + $111,160
$134,840
2014
$3,907 (+24.2%)
$23,680 + $85,040
$108,720
2013
$3,145 (−4.6%)
$23,680 + $73,400
$97,080
2012
$3,298 (−24.8%)
$23,680 + $73,400
$97,080
2011
$4,388 (+11.2%)
$26,360 + $98,520
$124,880
2010
$3,945 (−24.8%)
$26,360 + $98,520
$124,880
2008
$5,245
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,374
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 115 01 142
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
R-75
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.
Construction Materials: Brick 3 Sides, Cement Siding
Exterior Features: Private Front Entry, Private Rear Entry, Private Yard
Roof: Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glass Enclosed, Screened, Wrap Around
Property Condition: Resale
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier, Satellite Dish
Builder Name: N/A
Ownership: Other
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation, Lighting, Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric Air Filter, Zoned
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Private
Electric: Other
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: Laurel Ridge
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: Google
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Gated, Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Public Transportation, Sidewalks, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,374
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 115 01 142
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Laurel Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
6/10
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