Make your fantasy of home a reality with this beautiful, renovated North Decatur ranch! A full three bedroom, three bathroom home, this property's outstanding features include an open kitchen with white cabinetry, sleek black granite counters, a large island, and stainless steel appliances. Plus, find peace of mind with your architectural roof (installed in 2020), newer furnace(2019), newer A/C (2021), and water heater (2019). Enjoy the luxurious primary suite containing a double vanity with marble counters, separate tub & shower, and walk-in closet, a second guest/inlaw suite with full bathroom, hardwood floors throughout, double-paned windows, full laundry room with washer/dryer included, built-in wine rack, & French doors opening to a large rear deck and fully fenced yard. The property is conveniently located close to City of Decatur, Intown Atlanta, Emory University, CDC, Egleston Children's Hospital, VA Hospital, I-285, I-85, & North Dekalb Mall which recently changed ownership and is in the planning stages for a proposed mixed-use development. Write your own fairy-tale and live your best life in this pristine Storybook Estates home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$341Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by ANDREW GILBERT• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Sarah Brown• Bolst, Inc.
Source:FMLS #7021046
Redfin Estimate
$493,980
$120 since sold in April 2022$1,000 since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 22% higher than the average sale price ($405K) of 6 comparable homes.
Make your fantasy of home a reality with this beautiful, renovated North Decatur ranch! A full three bedroom, three bathroom home, this property's outstanding features include an open kitchen with white cabinetry, sleek black granite counters, a large island, and stainless steel appliances. Plus, find peace of mind with your architectural roof (installed in 2020), newer furnace(2019), newer A/C (2021), and water heater (2019). Enjoy the luxurious primary suite containing a double vanity with marble counters, separate tub & shower, and walk-in closet, a second guest/inlaw suite with full bathroom, hardwood floors throughout, double-paned windows, full laundry room with washer/dryer included, built-in wine rack, & French doors opening to a large rear deck and fully fenced yard. The property is conveniently located close to City of Decatur, Intown Atlanta, Emory University, CDC, Egleston Children's Hospital, VA Hospital, I-285, I-85, & North Dekalb Mall which recently changed ownership and is in the planning stages for a proposed mixed-use development. Write your own fairy-tale and live your best life in this pristine Storybook Estates home!
FMLS #6625176
Dec 9, 2019
Sold
$370,000
$255/sq ft
Dec 1, 2019
Pending
—
Nov 5, 2019
Price Changed
$375,000
$259/sq ft
Oct 1, 2019
Listed
$389,000
$268/sq ft
Welcome home to Decatur where it is greater! This uniquely named road features a stunning home ideally located in a no cut through neighborhood where fairytale names come to life! The rich architectural details and luxurious finishes of the living areas create an ambience that is both intimate and compelling. Chefs kitchen displays SAMSUNG stainless steel appliances, high end stone countertops and a flowing layout that overlooks the dining and living areas. This breathtaking three bedroom THREE bathroom home features not one but TWO separate master bedrooms detailed with their own designer finishes and spa-like bathroom touches that leads to an oversized walk-in closet! This beautiful home also includes brand new hardwood floors all throughout, a spacious laundry room, and a custom-made deck right off the breakfast nook french door entrance overlooking the oversized backyard with parking pad & potential to add a separate income producing property if you wish to do so. The home is centralized to an abundance of shops, eateries, and other sources of entertainment including malls, movie theaters, gyms, and more. Toco hills, Decatur Square, Dekalb Farmers market, Emory Commons, North Decatur Square all just minutes away and easily accessible! The best way to experience this home is to see it in person to really feel like you're right at home.
GAMLS #8672554
Dec 9, 2019
Sold
$370,000
$255/sq ft
Dec 4, 2019
Pending
—
Nov 5, 2019
Price Changed
$375,000
$259/sq ft
Oct 1, 2019
Listed
$389,000
$268/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 12, 2019
Sold
$205,000
$141/sq ft
FMLS #6089932
Feb 8, 2019
Sold
$185,000
$128/sq ft
Feb 6, 2019
Pending
—
Dec 19, 2018
Pending
—
Nov 6, 2018
Price Changed
$218,000
$150/sq ft
Oct 22, 2018
Listed
$229,900
$159/sq ft
GAMLS #8474939
Feb 8, 2019
Sold
$185,000
$128/sq ft
Dec 19, 2018
Pending
—
Nov 7, 2018
Price Changed
$218,000
$150/sq ft
Oct 22, 2018
Listed
$229,900
$159/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,470 (−1.0%)
$34,520 + $148,440
$182,960
2024
$5,525 (+11.4%)
$34,520 + $148,440
$182,960
2023
$4,961 (+11.5%)
$34,520 + $141,800
$176,320
2022
$4,448 (−25.5%)
$34,400 + $97,640
$132,040
2021
$5,968 (+8.1%)
$34,000 + $94,160
$128,160
2020
$5,522 (+500.5%)
$34,000 + $94,160
$128,160
2019
$920 (+1.1%)
$34,000 + $37,600
$71,600
2018
$909 (−3.6%)
$34,000 + $36,520
$70,520
2017
$944 (+1.6%)
$34,000 + $36,520
$70,520
2016
$929 (+18.2%)
$21,520 + $48,880
$70,400
2014
$786 (+9.0%)
$21,520 + $45,120
$66,640
2013
$721 (−9.2%)
$21,480 + $37,080
$58,560
2012
$794 (−4.1%)
$21,480 + $37,080
$58,560
2011
$828 (+5.2%)
$15,560 + $37,912
$53,472
2010
$787 (+12.1%)
$17,760 + $49,000
$66,760
2008
$702
Tax history for 2853 Fantasy Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,470 (−1.0%)
$34,520 + $148,440
$182,960
2024
$5,525 (+11.4%)
$34,520 + $148,440
$182,960
2023
$4,961 (+11.5%)
$34,520 + $141,800
$176,320
2022
$4,448 (−25.5%)
$34,400 + $97,640
$132,040
2021
$5,968 (+8.1%)
$34,000 + $94,160
$128,160
2020
$5,522 (+500.5%)
$34,000 + $94,160
$128,160
2019
$920 (+1.1%)
$34,000 + $37,600
$71,600
2018
$909 (−3.6%)
$34,000 + $36,520
$70,520
2017
$944 (+1.6%)
$34,000 + $36,520
$70,520
2016
$929 (+18.2%)
$21,520 + $48,880
$70,400
2014
$786 (+9.0%)
$21,520 + $45,120
$66,640
2013
$721 (−9.2%)
$21,480 + $37,080
$58,560
2012
$794 (−4.1%)
$21,480 + $37,080
$58,560
2011
$828 (+5.2%)
$15,560 + $37,912
$53,472
2010
$787 (+12.1%)
$17,760 + $49,000
$66,760
2008
$702
*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
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,427
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 064 01 067
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 Total Parking: 5
Parking Features: Driveway, On Street, Parking Pad
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Split Bedroom Plan
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Other Room
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Great Room,Open Concept
Room Type: Living Room, Office
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Mobile Home Information
Body Type: Other
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,449
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Exterior Features: Private Yard, Storage
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Fencing: Fenced, Wrought Iron
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details: Block
Ownership: Fee Simple
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Insulation, Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
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: Monthly
Association Fee2 Frequency: Semi-Annually
School Information
Elementary School: McLendon
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: From Atlanta/Decatur travel Northeast on Scott Blvd cross North Decatur Rd. where it becomes Lawrenceville Hwy, then Turn Right on Valley Brook Rd, and Right again on Fantasy Lane. Take Fantasy Lane until it curves and look for 2853 Fantasy Lane on the Left.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Public Transportation, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,427
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 064 01 067
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Mclendon Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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