Welcome to your perfect in-town oasis! This cozy 1-bedroom condo on the 12th floor offers the ideal blend of convenience and luxury living, all without breaking the bank. Located just minutes from Emory University and with easy access to downtown, this unit boasts a fantastic in-town location without the premium price tag. As you step inside, you'll immediately notice the sleek hardwood floors that enhance the overall elegance of the space. The open-concept design seamlessly connects the living area to the kitchen, creating an inviting and functional layout. Cooking enthusiasts will love the modern kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, providing both style and functionality. Plus, you'll have the convenience of your own private laundry room, complete with washer and dryer. One of the standout features of this condo is the private balcony, where you can enjoy breathtaking views that will make every sunset a memorable experience. It's your own serene escape in the heart of the city. You'll also have the added convenience of a reserved parking spot in the gated parking deck located just across from the building entrance. Imagine the ease of living here, with HOA dues covering ALL UTILITIES (except phone/cable/internet) and even providing free Wi-Fi in the lobby. Say goodbye to utility bills and hello to hassle-free living! The building itself offers an array of amenities to enhance your lifestyle, including a refreshing pool and outdoor grilling area for those warm summer days. Stay active and fit in the updated fitness center, entertain guests in the private clubroom with a pool table, or find a quiet corner to study or read in the library/study room.
CondoProperty Type
1968Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$185Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jeffrey Taylor• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Andre Liscinsky• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Graylin Allison• Homesmart Realty Partners
Source:FMLS #7330363
Redfin Estimate
$150,628
$29K since sold in April 2024$3,000 since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 9.7% higher than the average sale price ($137K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to your perfect in-town oasis! This cozy 1-bedroom condo on the 12th floor offers the ideal blend of convenience and luxury living, all without breaking the bank. Located just minutes from Emory University and with easy access to downtown, this unit boasts a fantastic in-town location without the premium price tag. As you step inside, you'll immediately notice the sleek hardwood floors that enhance the overall elegance of the space. The open-concept design seamlessly connects the living area to the kitchen, creating an inviting and functional layout. Cooking enthusiasts will love the modern kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, providing both style and functionality. Plus, you'll have the convenience of your own private laundry room, complete with washer and dryer. One of the standout features of this condo is the private balcony, where you can enjoy breathtaking views that will make every sunset a memorable experience. It's your own serene escape in the heart of the city. You'll also have the added convenience of a reserved parking spot in the gated parking deck located just across from the building entrance. Imagine the ease of living here, with HOA dues covering ALL UTILITIES (except phone/cable/internet) and even providing free Wi-Fi in the lobby. Say goodbye to utility bills and hello to hassle-free living! The building itself offers an array of amenities to enhance your lifestyle, including a refreshing pool and outdoor grilling area for those warm summer days. Stay active and fit in the updated fitness center, entertain guests in the private clubroom with a pool table, or find a quiet corner to study or read in the library/study room.
GAMLS #10205081
Oct 6, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Sep 20, 2023
Listed
$189,000
$232/sq ft
FMLS #7142208
Jan 20, 2023
Sold
$169,000
$208/sq ft
Dec 31, 2022
Pending
—
Dec 27, 2022
Contingent
—
Dec 9, 2022
Relisted
—
Nov 27, 2022
Pending
—
Nov 18, 2022
Contingent
—
Nov 7, 2022
Listed
$167,000
$205/sq ft
GAMLS #10109028
Jan 20, 2023
Sold
$169,000
$208/sq ft
Dec 31, 2022
Pending
—
Dec 27, 2022
Contingent
—
Dec 9, 2022
Relisted
—
Nov 28, 2022
Pending
—
Nov 18, 2022
Contingent
—
Nov 7, 2022
Listed
$167,000
$205/sq ft
GAMLS #8226895
Aug 18, 2017
Sold
$135,000
$166/sq ft
Jul 24, 2017
Pending
—
Jul 18, 2017
Listed
$129,000
$158/sq ft
FMLS #5880892
Aug 18, 2017
Sold
$135,000
$166/sq ft
Jul 24, 2017
Contingent
—
Jul 18, 2017
Listed
$129,000
$158/sq ft
GAMLS #3190084
Nov 12, 2014
Price Changed
$40,000
$49/sq ft
Apr 26, 2012
Sold
$40,000
$49/sq ft
Apr 9, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Apr 6, 2012
Price Changed
$50,000
$61/sq ft
Mar 12, 2012
Relisted
—
Mar 8, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Feb 19, 2012
Listed
$50,000
$61/sq ft
FMLS #4327107
May 3, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Apr 26, 2012
Sold
$40,000
$49/sq ft
Apr 17, 2012
Pending
—
Apr 11, 2012
Contingent
—
Mar 12, 2012
Relisted
—
Mar 8, 2012
Contingent
—
Feb 19, 2012
Listed
$50,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$60 (−98.0%)
$8,560 + $58,600
$67,160
2024
$3,007 (+6.1%)
$8,560 + $58,600
$67,160
2023
$2,835 (+17.3%)
$8,480 + $59,120
$67,600
2022
$2,417 (+9.3%)
$8,560 + $45,960
$54,520
2021
$2,211 (−2.9%)
$8,560 + $41,280
$49,840
2020
$2,276 (+0.2%)
$8,560 + $41,280
$49,840
2019
$2,271 (+5.4%)
$8,560 + $42,640
$51,200
2018
$2,155 (+233.4%)
$8,560 + $39,880
$48,440
2017
$646 (+23.8%)
$8,560 + $39,880
$48,440
2016
$522 (+52.2%)
$8,560 + $21,800
$30,360
2014
$343 (−55.2%)
$8,560 + $22,520
$31,080
2011
$765 (+12.3%)
$13,400 + $18,520
$31,920
2010
$682 (−11.6%)
$9,600 + $22,320
$31,920
2008
$771
Tax history for 1501 Clairmont Rd #1215
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$60 (−98.0%)
$8,560 + $58,600
$67,160
2024
$3,007 (+6.1%)
$8,560 + $58,600
$67,160
2023
$2,835 (+17.3%)
$8,480 + $59,120
$67,600
2022
$2,417 (+9.3%)
$8,560 + $45,960
$54,520
2021
$2,211 (−2.9%)
$8,560 + $41,280
$49,840
2020
$2,276 (+0.2%)
$8,560 + $41,280
$49,840
2019
$2,271 (+5.4%)
$8,560 + $42,640
$51,200
2018
$2,155 (+233.4%)
$8,560 + $39,880
$48,440
2017
$646 (+23.8%)
$8,560 + $39,880
$48,440
2016
$522 (+52.2%)
$8,560 + $21,800
$30,360
2014
$343 (−55.2%)
$8,560 + $22,520
$31,080
2011
$765 (+12.3%)
$13,400 + $18,520
$31,920
2010
$682 (−11.6%)
$9,600 + $22,320
$31,920
2008
$771
*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
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
814
Year built
1968
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 060 22 008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
MR-2
Medium Density Residential-2 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the MR-2 (Medium Density Residential-2) District is as follows: To encourage primarily residential, planned developments that allow accessory retail, office, institutional, and civic uses; To provide for residential neighborhoods with a mix of single-family and multi-family housing types that maintain harmony of scale, intensity, and design with surrounding development; To provide for connectivity of streets and communities and reduce the dependence on automobile uses by increasing the ease of movement and opportunities for alternative modes of travel; To implement the future development map of the county's most current comprehensive plan; To provide districts that allow appropriate development transitions within the edges and transitional areas of the Town Center and Regional Center character areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Mixed use
Library
Museum / gallery
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 1
Parking Features: Assigned, Covered, Parking Pad
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Pantry
Dining Room Features: None
Room Type: Living Room
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 814
AccessibilityFeatures: Accessible Entrance
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Balcony
Roof: Other
Property Condition: Resale
Ownership: Condominium
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: SOMERSET HEIGHTS CONDOMINIUM UNIT 1215 11-17-99
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: FHA
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
# Of Units In Community: 172
HOA Information
Association Fee: $617
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Electricity, Gas, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Reserve Fund, Security, Sewer, Trash, Water
Has Association
School Information
Elementary School: Fernbank
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: From I-85, take Clairmont Road exit toward Emory/Decatur - approximately 3 miles. Take a left on Desmond Drive. Somerset Heights Condos are immediately on the left. Guest parking is along the right side of the building but limited during construction.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated, Homeowners Assoc, Meeting Room, Near Schools, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 814
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 060 22 008
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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