Hidden city sanctuary in the center of it all! Tucked away on a quiet tree-lined neighborhood street, this 1950’s all brick ranch sits on a deep private lot adjacent to the City of Decatur line, awarding you all the perks of city living sans the high taxes! Zoned for top-rated Fernbank Elementary in an UNBEATABLE LOCATION! Short stroll to downtown Decatur, endless dining/retail, MARTA & plethora of parks/trails including Glenlake Park, Medlock Park & PATH. Meticulously maintained & tastefully updated w/stellar space appropriation, there is so much versatile living space (inside & out)! Daylit basement boasts multiple finished bonus rooms, higher ceilings, utility room w/sink & private exterior entry. Step outside & your personal paradise awaits. Pristine, private & masterfully landscaped, every inch is impressive. Meander down the perfectly crafted paths & find a gem at every corner, including a shed, berry bushes & creek. It’s as if you’re in your own private city park! And if that isn’t enough, you are sure to covet the rocking chair front porch, sunny screened rear porch & grilling deck overlooking a level fenced-in grassy area, perfect for kids/pets & entertaining. Beautifully updated kitchen w/SS appliances, gas range & floor to ceiling custom cabinetry w/more space than you can imagine! Large natural light-filled windows, plantation shutters, custom built-ins & hardwoods throughout. 2 elegantly updated full baths. Tranquil master w/spa-like soaking tub & WIC. Storage space abound! Less than 1 mile to ample retail & grocery (Publix, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Walmart, etc.). 5 min to Emory, CDC, VA Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital & major highways. Unrivaled combination of city location, lifestyle convenience, craftsmanship and charm!
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$434Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Derek Wood• Keller Knapp
Bought with GINKA BRIDGES• Keller Williams Realty Cityside
Source:FMLS #6877107
Redfin Estimate
$631,379
$106K since sold in June 2021$10K since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 26.9% higher than the average sale price ($497K) of 5 comparable homes.
Hidden city sanctuary in the center of it all! Tucked away on a quiet tree-lined neighborhood street, this 1950's all brick ranch sits on a deep private lot adjacent to the City of Decatur line, awarding you all the perks of city living sans the high taxes! Zoned for top-rated Fernbank Elementary in an UNBEATABLE LOCATION! Short stroll to downtown Decatur, endless dining/retail, MARTA & plethora of parks/trails including Glenlake Park, Medlock Park & PATH. Meticulously maintained & tastefully updated w/stellar space appropriation, there is so much versatile living space (inside & out)! Daylit basement boasts multiple finished bonus rooms, higher ceilings, utility room w/sink & private exterior entry. Step outside & your personal paradise awaits. Pristine, private & masterfully landscaped, every inch is impressive. Meander down the perfectly crafted paths & find a gem at every corner, including a shed, berry bushes & creek. It is as if you are in your own private city park! And if that isn't enough, you are sure to covet the rocking chair front porch, sunny screened rear porch & grilling deck overlooking a level fenced-in grassy area, perfect for kids/pets & entertaining. Beautifully updated kitchen w/SS appliances, gas range & floor to ceiling custom cabinetry w/more space than you can imagine! Large natural light-filled windows, plantation shutters, custom built-ins & hardwoods throughout. 2 elegantly updated full baths. Tranquil master w/spa-like soaking tub & WIC. Storage space abound! Less than 1 mile to ample retail & grocery (Publix, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Walmart, etc.). 5 min to Emory, CDC, VA Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital & major highways. Unrivaled combination of city location, lifestyle convenience, craftsmanship and charm!
Public Records
Nov 27, 2018
Sold
$429,000
$295/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 7, 1997
Sold
$176,000
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 13, 1985
Sold
$83,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,536 (−2.9%)
$40,600 + $178,560
$219,160
2024
$6,730 (+15.2%)
$40,600 + $178,560
$219,160
2023
$5,842 (+2.5%)
$40,600 + $176,440
$217,040
2022
$5,702 (+9.1%)
$39,600 + $132,560
$172,160
2021
$5,227 (+1.5%)
$39,600 + $112,000
$151,600
2020
$5,148 (−3.4%)
$39,600 + $112,000
$151,600
2019
$5,331 (+67.5%)
$39,600 + $116,640
$156,240
2018
$3,182 (−1.5%)
$39,600 + $62,680
$102,280
2017
$3,231 (+9.3%)
$39,600 + $62,680
$102,280
2016
$2,956 (−4.4%)
$25,520 + $65,400
$90,920
2014
$3,093 (+26.0%)
$25,520 + $58,960
$84,480
2013
$2,455 (−22.3%)
$25,520 + $48,560
$74,080
2011
$3,160 (−20.9%)
$25,200 + $63,408
$88,608
2010
$3,996 (+8.7%)
$25,200 + $100,280
$125,480
2008
$3,677
Tax history for 2301 Ferndale Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,536 (−2.9%)
$40,600 + $178,560
$219,160
2024
$6,730 (+15.2%)
$40,600 + $178,560
$219,160
2023
$5,842 (+2.5%)
$40,600 + $176,440
$217,040
2022
$5,702 (+9.1%)
$39,600 + $132,560
$172,160
2021
$5,227 (+1.5%)
$39,600 + $112,000
$151,600
2020
$5,148 (−3.4%)
$39,600 + $112,000
$151,600
2019
$5,331 (+67.5%)
$39,600 + $116,640
$156,240
2018
$3,182 (−1.5%)
$39,600 + $62,680
$102,280
2017
$3,231 (+9.3%)
$39,600 + $62,680
$102,280
2016
$2,956 (−4.4%)
$25,520 + $65,400
$90,920
2014
$3,093 (+26.0%)
$25,520 + $58,960
$84,480
2013
$2,455 (−22.3%)
$25,520 + $48,560
$74,080
2011
$3,160 (−20.9%)
$25,200 + $63,408
$88,608
2010
$3,996 (+8.7%)
$25,200 + $100,280
$125,480
2008
$3,677
*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
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,021
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 050 08 017
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
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Covered, Carport, Driveway, Parking Pad, On Street
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Roommate Floor Plan
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Fernbank
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: From downtown Decatur, head north on Scott Blvd. Turn left on Willow Lane and make your first right onto Ferndale Drive. #2301 will be on your right. Park in covered carport, driveway or quiet street. Supra lockbox is attached to front door.
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Public Transportation, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Dog Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,021
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 050 08 017
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fernbank Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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