Discover the potential in this well-maintained Decatur cottage, ideal for those looking to add value or expand. With hardwood floors throughout, this property offers two bedrooms and a flex space off the primary bedroom—perfect for adaptable living arrangements or future reconfiguration. The spacious fenced yard, shaded by mature trees, provides ample outdoor space with possibilities for enhancement. Enjoy the semi-enclosed side porch for additional covered space, ideal for storage or relaxing. Notable updates include a brand new electrical panel with room for growth and a recently replaced furnace, providing a strong foundation for your plans. This property is ready for you to bring your vision to life in a sought-after, Decatur-area location in unincorporated DeKalb between Memorial Drive and Glenwood Road.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$248Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by The Rob Smith Team• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Listed by ROB SMITH• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Bought with Michael Jackson• Dwelli Inc.
Source:FMLS #7486021
Redfin Estimate
$250,282
$50K since sold in February 2025$3,000 since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 3% lower than the average sale price ($258K) of 6 comparable homes.
Discover the potential in this well-maintained Decatur cottage, ideal for those looking to add value or expand. With hardwood floors throughout, this property offers two bedrooms and a flex space off the primary bedroom-perfect for adaptable living arrangements or future reconfiguration. The spacious fenced yard, shaded by mature trees, provides ample outdoor space with possibilities for enhancement. Enjoy the semi-enclosed side porch for additional covered space, ideal for storage or relaxing. Notable updates include a brand new electrical panel with room for growth and a recently replaced furnace, providing a strong foundation for your plans. This property is ready for you to bring your vision to life in a sought-after, Decatur-area location in unincorporated DeKalb between Memorial Drive and Glenwood Road.
FMLS #6902756
Sep 29, 2021
Sold
$195,000
$193/sq ft
Sep 14, 2021
Pending
—
Aug 11, 2021
Price Changed
$199,999
$198/sq ft
Jul 7, 2021
Price Changed
$215,000
$213/sq ft
Jul 7, 2021
Price Changed
$225,000
$223/sq ft
Jun 19, 2021
Listed
$235,000
$232/sq ft
Price slashed! Must see! Charming cottage that has been lovingly maintained. Sip your coffee in the morning on the enclosed porch, and have your glass of wine there in the evening! Two bedrooms with an additional flex space that is the size of an additional bedroom. Ready for move-in! Won’t last!
GAMLS #9000955
Sep 29, 2021
Sold
$195,000
$193/sq ft
Sep 14, 2021
Pending
—
Aug 18, 2021
Price Changed
$199,999
$198/sq ft
Jul 19, 2021
Price Changed
$215,000
$213/sq ft
Jun 19, 2021
Listed
$235,000
$232/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 12, 1990
Sold
$60,000
$59/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 19, 1985
Sold
$31,017
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,792 (+7.6%)
$24,560 + $63,680
$88,240
2024
$2,595 (+32.4%)
$24,560 + $63,680
$88,240
2023
$1,959 (−8.6%)
$14,288 + $60,912
$75,200
2022
$2,144 (+0.7%)
$14,040 + $61,160
$75,200
2021
$2,130 (+48.1%)
$14,040 + $26,720
$40,760
2020
$1,438
$14,040 + $26,720
$40,760
2019
$1,438 (−0.2%)
$12,000 + $13,000
$25,000
2018
$1,441 (+5.4%)
$12,000 + $13,000
$25,000
2017
$1,367 (+10.7%)
$12,000 + $13,000
$25,000
2016
$1,235 (+60.8%)
$3,200 + $17,040
$20,240
2014
$768 (+6.6%)
$3,200 + $14,360
$17,560
2012
$720 (−3.2%)
$2,720 + $5,640
$8,360
2011
$744 (−42.1%)
$2,440 + $6,632
$9,072
2010
$1,286 (−16.3%)
$6,168 + $17,392
$23,560
2008
$1,535
Tax history for 1852 Ridgeland Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,792 (+7.6%)
$24,560 + $63,680
$88,240
2024
$2,595 (+32.4%)
$24,560 + $63,680
$88,240
2023
$1,959 (−8.6%)
$14,288 + $60,912
$75,200
2022
$2,144 (+0.7%)
$14,040 + $61,160
$75,200
2021
$2,130 (+48.1%)
$14,040 + $26,720
$40,760
2020
$1,438
$14,040 + $26,720
$40,760
2019
$1,438 (−0.2%)
$12,000 + $13,000
$25,000
2018
$1,441 (+5.4%)
$12,000 + $13,000
$25,000
2017
$1,367 (+10.7%)
$12,000 + $13,000
$25,000
2016
$1,235 (+60.8%)
$3,200 + $17,040
$20,240
2014
$768 (+6.6%)
$3,200 + $14,360
$17,560
2012
$720 (−3.2%)
$2,720 + $5,640
$8,360
2011
$744 (−42.1%)
$2,440 + $6,632
$9,072
2010
$1,286 (−16.3%)
$6,168 + $17,392
$23,560
2008
$1,535
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,011
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 168 08 008
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.
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
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Sitting Room,Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Electric Oven, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen
Dining Room Features: None
Room Type: Living Room, Other
Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Frame
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Side Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: Legal description uploaded in Docs section 1852ridgeland.com
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Toney
Middle Or Junior School: Columbia - Dekalb
High School: Columbia
Location Information
Directions: GPS-friendly
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,011
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 168 08 008
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Toney Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Columbia Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
3/10
Columbia High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
2/10
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