Renovated and move-in ready Decatur brick home. Welcome into this warm and inviting light-filled living room with an open breakfast room and modern kitchen with hardwood floors. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, and granite countertops, providing a perfect setting for culinary delights with direct access to the 2-car garage and oversized back deck for added convenience and perfect for entertaining. Owner's suite, on the second level, featuring a trey ceiling and dual closets, and a spa-like bathroom with pocket door, ceramic tile floors, dual vanity and an oversized shower. Secondary bedroom and full bathroom complete the second level. The lower level is complete with a laundry room, oversized bedroom featuring trey ceiling and nice size closet, full bathroom with tile floors, renovated shower and new vanity. Full daylight in this generous size den or media room with built-in bar and mini-fridge. Walk out to the flat and spacious fenced-in backyard. Great roommate floorplan or in-law suite. Walking distance to Briarlake Elementary, Twin Lakes swim and tennis, and Briarlake Forest Park. Minutes to I-85, I-285, Lakeside High School, Emory University, Children's Hospital, and convenient to Downtown Decatur and PDK Airport.
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$319Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by SUSAN M RENNO• RE/MAX Around Atlanta Realty
Listed by Julie Bakken• RE/MAX Around Atlanta Realty
Bought with THOMAS ABBOTT• HomeSmart
Source:FMLS #7345621
Redfin Estimate
$637,768
$58K since sold in March 2024$1,000 since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 1.7% higher than the average sale price ($627K) of 6 comparable homes.
Renovated and move-in ready Decatur brick home. Welcome into this warm and inviting light-filled living room with an open breakfast room and modern kitchen with hardwood floors. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, and granite countertops, providing a perfect setting for culinary delights with direct access to the 2-car garage and oversized back deck for added convenience and perfect for entertaining. Owner's suite, on the second level, featuring a trey ceiling and dual closets, and a spa-like bathroom with pocket door, ceramic tile floors, dual vanity and an oversized shower. Secondary bedroom and full bathroom complete the second level. The lower level is complete with a laundry room, oversized bedroom featuring trey ceiling and nice size closet, full bathroom with tile floors, renovated shower and new vanity. Full daylight in this generous size den or media room with built-in bar and mini-fridge. Walk out to the flat and spacious fenced-in backyard. Great roommate floorplan or in-law suite. Walking distance to Briarlake Elementary, Twin Lakes swim and tennis, and Briarlake Forest Park. Minutes to I-85, I-285, Lakeside High School, Emory University, Children's Hospital, and convenient to Downtown Decatur and PDK Airport.
FMLS #6735234
Sep 4, 2020
Sold
$470,000
$235/sq ft
Aug 1, 2020
Contingent
—
Jul 27, 2020
Price Changed
$475,000
$237/sq ft
Jun 18, 2020
Relisted
—
Jun 18, 2020
Delisted
—
Jun 9, 2020
Listed
$499,000
$249/sq ft
Fantastic new price! Charming white brick ranch in popular Decatur, unbeatable value. Large corner lot sits on quiet cul-de-sac in coveted Briarlake community, includes spacious landscaped backyard and fully renovated interior. True master suite with second bedroom and bath down the hall, separate laundry room and mud room. Third bedroom and bathroom off additional bonus room with wet bar. The perfect layout for entertaining and more! All new roof, landscaping and gutters. Walking distance to Briarlake elementary and close proximity to Emory, CDC and Downtown Decatur.
FMLS #6011934
Jun 27, 2018
Sold
$380,000
$190/sq ft
Jun 7, 2018
Pending
—
May 23, 2018
Contingent
—
May 15, 2018
Listed
$385,000
$192/sq ft
GAMLS #8380035
Jun 27, 2018
Sold
$380,000
$190/sq ft
May 23, 2018
Pending
—
May 15, 2018
Listed
$385,000
$192/sq ft
GAMLS #7321040
Oct 29, 2015
Price Changed
$300,000
$150/sq ft
Mar 6, 2015
Sold
$300,000
$150/sq ft
Feb 11, 2015
Pending
—
Feb 10, 2015
Price Changed
$319,500
$160/sq ft
Jan 29, 2015
Price Changed
$319,500
$160/sq ft
Sep 26, 2014
Price Changed
$325,000
$162/sq ft
Aug 15, 2014
Listed
$329,500
$165/sq ft
FMLS #5332228
Mar 16, 2015
Price Changed
$300,000
$150/sq ft
Mar 16, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 6, 2015
Sold
$300,000
$150/sq ft
Mar 6, 2015
Price Changed
$319,500
$160/sq ft
Feb 11, 2015
Contingent
—
Jan 30, 2015
Price Changed
$319,500
$160/sq ft
Jan 2, 2015
Listed
$325,000
$162/sq ft
Dec 30, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Sep 26, 2014
Price Changed
$325,000
$162/sq ft
Aug 15, 2014
Listed
$329,500
$165/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 18, 1986
Sold
$91,000
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,590 (−49.2%)
$56,240 + $164,840
$221,080
2024
$7,064 (+10.7%)
$56,240 + $164,840
$221,080
2023
$6,381 (+1.6%)
$51,760 + $177,480
$229,240
2022
$6,283 (+6.8%)
$47,600 + $147,120
$194,720
2021
$5,882 (+9.8%)
$43,200 + $134,160
$177,360
2020
$5,359 (+6.0%)
$43,200 + $134,160
$177,360
2019
$5,055 (+38.1%)
$43,200 + $106,480
$149,680
2018
$3,659 (−6.4%)
$43,200 + $69,920
$113,120
2017
$3,911 (+10.5%)
$43,200 + $69,920
$113,120
2016
$3,540 (+7.6%)
$14,400 + $91,400
$105,800
2014
$3,290 (+3.8%)
$16,000 + $84,040
$100,040
2013
$3,170 (−4.6%)
$10,440 + $87,160
$97,600
2012
$3,324 (+30.0%)
$10,440 + $87,160
$97,600
2011
$2,556 (+10.5%)
$11,440 + $61,640
$73,080
2010
$2,313 (+13.7%)
$11,440 + $61,640
$73,080
2008
$2,034
Tax history for 2902 Lavista Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,590 (−49.2%)
$56,240 + $164,840
$221,080
2024
$7,064 (+10.7%)
$56,240 + $164,840
$221,080
2023
$6,381 (+1.6%)
$51,760 + $177,480
$229,240
2022
$6,283 (+6.8%)
$47,600 + $147,120
$194,720
2021
$5,882 (+9.8%)
$43,200 + $134,160
$177,360
2020
$5,359 (+6.0%)
$43,200 + $134,160
$177,360
2019
$5,055 (+38.1%)
$43,200 + $106,480
$149,680
2018
$3,659 (−6.4%)
$43,200 + $69,920
$113,120
2017
$3,911 (+10.5%)
$43,200 + $69,920
$113,120
2016
$3,540 (+7.6%)
$14,400 + $91,400
$105,800
2014
$3,290 (+3.8%)
$16,000 + $84,040
$100,040
2013
$3,170 (−4.6%)
$10,440 + $87,160
$97,600
2012
$3,324 (+30.0%)
$10,440 + $87,160
$97,600
2011
$2,556 (+10.5%)
$11,440 + $61,640
$73,080
2010
$2,313 (+13.7%)
$11,440 + $61,640
$73,080
2008
$2,034
*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
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,002
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 163 01 016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
R-85
Residential Medium Lot-85 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-85 (Residential Medium Lot-85) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of twelve 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-85 (Residential Medium Lot-85) 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.
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
TaxLegalDescription: .
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Garage
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
School Information
Elementary School: Briarlake
Middle Or Junior School: Henderson - Dekalb
High School: Lakeside - Dekalb
Location Information
Directions: I-85 N to RT on Clairmont to LF on Lavista. Home on the RT. OR: I-285 to RT on Lavista. home on the LF just past Briarlake Elementary School.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Playground, Public Transportation
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,002
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 163 01 016
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Briarlake Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Henderson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
5/10
Lakeside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
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