This artful hideaway on Second Avenue in East Lake has been remade into an HGTV style retreat for savvy buyer seeking a contemporary & worry less lifestyle. Most often asked what was original and what was added, the house honors the period architecture with inspired touches of modern spirit. Play or garden in the level, fenced back yard, relaxing on the deck with family and friends. A perfect find for those who want to be near East Atlanta Village, East Atlanta Golf Course & Shopping District, inside 285, just minutes away from Downtown Atlanta. Update list on island.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$224Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Christopher Cantu• Chapman Hall Realty Atlanta North
Bought with Stephanie Kim• RE/MAX Metro Atlanta Cityside
Bought with LAURIE CASS• RE/MAX Metro Atlanta Cityside
Source:FMLS #5897211
Redfin Estimate
$392,698
$121K since sold in January 2018$1,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 6.9% higher than the average sale price ($368K) of 6 comparable homes.
Renovated bungalow, updated throughout. Large Master Suite on main with deluxe closet and private bathroom featuring double vanity & custom tile shower. Open kitchen/living room plan, amazing Chef's kitchen w/granite tops, designer flooring, Stainless Steel appliances, upgraded fixtures, island work station, new hardware, lighting, cabinets, pantry. Two more bedrooms, completely w/updated bath on main, plus 2 finished bonus/flex rooms upstairs for office or extra storage. Energy efficient double pane windows, new roof, new Furnace/Air Conditioner and more! Wonderful deck with plenty of room for entertaining, overlooking fenced, level backyard, off street driveway parking. East Lake Golf Club and neighborhood amenities, easy access to Atlanta on I 20.
FMLS #5897211
Jan 18, 2018
Sold
$272,000
$155/sq ft
Dec 14, 2017
Pending
—
Dec 4, 2017
Contingent
—
Nov 14, 2017
Price Changed
$274,900
$157/sq ft
Sep 20, 2017
Price Changed
$279,900
$160/sq ft
Aug 20, 2017
Listed
$288,500
$165/sq ft
FMLS #5713266
Apr 21, 2017
Sold
$140,000
$80/sq ft
Apr 3, 2017
Contingent
—
Mar 23, 2017
Relisted
—
Mar 15, 2017
Contingent
—
Feb 22, 2017
Relisted
—
Feb 8, 2017
Contingent
—
Dec 31, 2016
Price Changed
$149,900
$86/sq ft
Oct 25, 2016
Price Changed
$169,000
$97/sq ft
Jun 29, 2016
Listed
$180,000
$103/sq ft
GAMLS #8027184
Apr 24, 2017
Sold
$140,000
$80/sq ft
Mar 15, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 1, 2017
Relisted
—
Feb 8, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 1, 2017
Price Changed
$149,900
$86/sq ft
Oct 25, 2016
Price Changed
$169,900
$97/sq ft
Jun 29, 2016
Listed
$180,000
$103/sq ft
***PRICED REDUCED*** SHOW & SELL!!! ALL BRICK RENOVATED BUNGALOW IN A GREAT LOCATION. 3 BEDROOMS & 2 FULL BATHS, SIDEWALKS, STREET LIGHTS, WALK TO MARTA & SHOPPING.
FMLS #4034720
Jun 21, 2010
Listing Removed
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Mar 9, 2010
Listed
$149,900
$86/sq ft
FMLS #3863297
Apr 24, 2009
Sold
$35,000
$20/sq ft
Feb 19, 2009
Listed
$42,800
$24/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 13, 2006
Sold
$175,000
$100/sq ft
Public Records
May 4, 2006
Sold
$108,000
$62/sq ft
Public Records
May 27, 2005
Sold
$160,000
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,718 (+2.6%)
$38,480 + $120,840
$159,320
2024
$4,599 (+15.4%)
$38,480 + $120,840
$159,320
2023
$3,985 (−15.1%)
$31,320 + $115,560
$146,880
2022
$4,696 (+9.7%)
$31,320 + $121,040
$152,360
2021
$4,280 (+15.8%)
$30,400 + $103,920
$134,320
2020
$3,697 (+1.2%)
$30,400 + $103,920
$134,320
2019
$3,654 (−28.7%)
$6,000 + $102,800
$108,800
2018
$5,128 (+86.5%)
$6,000 + $108,440
$114,440
2017
$2,749 (+16.2%)
$6,000 + $108,440
$114,440
2016
$2,366 (+94.4%)
$6,000 + $39,800
$45,800
2014
$1,217 (+26.0%)
$6,000 + $35,480
$41,480
2013
$966 (−9.3%)
$3,040 + $10,720
$13,760
2011
$1,065 (−46.7%)
$3,040 + $13,232
$16,272
2010
$1,998 (−27.8%)
$19,064 + $22,248
$41,312
2008
$2,767
Tax history for 1998 Second Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,718 (+2.6%)
$38,480 + $120,840
$159,320
2024
$4,599 (+15.4%)
$38,480 + $120,840
$159,320
2023
$3,985 (−15.1%)
$31,320 + $115,560
$146,880
2022
$4,696 (+9.7%)
$31,320 + $121,040
$152,360
2021
$4,280 (+15.8%)
$30,400 + $103,920
$134,320
2020
$3,697 (+1.2%)
$30,400 + $103,920
$134,320
2019
$3,654 (−28.7%)
$6,000 + $102,800
$108,800
2018
$5,128 (+86.5%)
$6,000 + $108,440
$114,440
2017
$2,749 (+16.2%)
$6,000 + $108,440
$114,440
2016
$2,366 (+94.4%)
$6,000 + $39,800
$45,800
2014
$1,217 (+26.0%)
$6,000 + $35,480
$41,480
2013
$966 (−9.3%)
$3,040 + $10,720
$13,760
2011
$1,065 (−46.7%)
$3,040 + $13,232
$16,272
2010
$1,998 (−27.8%)
$19,064 + $22,248
$41,312
2008
$2,767
*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
2
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
1,756
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 172 09 003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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, Level Driveway, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Sitting Room,Split Bedroom Plan
Interior Features
Interior Features: Double Vanity, High Speed Internet, Smart Home
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Other
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick 3 Sides, Frame
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Thermostat, Windows
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Acad
Middle Or Junior School: McNair - Dekalb
High School: McNair
Location Information
Directions: Take Glenwood Ave exit off I-20, travel toward East Lake Golf Course, turn Right on Second Ave, home is on left before McAfee , See map or use GPS
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,756
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 172 09 003
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
McNair Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
Mcnair High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
2/10
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