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SIGNIFICANT PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Seller has repositioned this property to reflect its current condition, creating an outstanding opportunity for a buyer with vision. Located in a desirable Decatur location, this unique property offers multiple possibilities for an owner-occupant or investor. Bring your ideas and take advantage of the flexibility and potential this property offers. If you've considered this property before, take another look — the new price changes the equation. Located within the highly sought-after City of Decatur, with its nationally recognized schools and vibrant downtown, and just one mile from Emory University, 454 Superior offers flexibility for both owner-occupants and investors alike. In addition to its versatility, the home is a good example of mid-century modern design. Many of its defining architectural features remain intact and will benefit from your vision and creativity. The dramatic floor-to-ceiling bricK fireplace anchors the living room with timeless modern style, while large windows fill the home with natural light. Original hardwood floors, handcrafted wood kitchen cabinetry, and vintage bathroom tile in excellent condition add warmth and authenticity. Newer appliances, a one-car garage, an oversized driveway with parking for up to five vehicles, and a generously sized lot with a private, park-like back yard complete the package. Current configuration offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths for an owner-occupant or rental, with the addition of a leased 3/2 terrace apartment. The lower level offers so many possibilities-- providing options for an in-law suite, a home office with a separate entrance, or income potential. For landlords, the location is hard to beat. This furnished property has a 25-year history of attracting Emory faculty, graduate students, CDC and VA employees, and people who want Decatur schools. The university's free shuttle bus stops just steps away, allowing residents to commute to campus without a car. With demand for housing in this area remaining consistently strong, this property offers outstanding long-term rental appeal. Whether you're searching for a home with room to grow, an income-producing property, or a unique mid-century residence in one of Atlanta's most sought-after communities, this Decatur property offers exceptional possibilities. Bring your vision and discover all the opportunity this distinctive home has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
0.54 acresLot Size
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sherrie Crow• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Westchester Hills, located between Scott Boulevard and North Decatur Road, is a residential and wooded Decatur neighborhood with mid-century ranch homes and a low-key, park-adjacent feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the North Decatur Road corridor near the Suburban Plaza area, where independent eateries, small storefronts, and everyday errands cluster in a steady hum. Streets curve through mature tree canopy, with brick and frame houses set back behind deep lawns and long driveways. Sidewalk gaps and quiet blocks keep the pace calm, while nearby trails and greenspace shape daily routines. Commutes and weekend plans often orbit Emory-area destinations and Decatur’s intown grid.
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Offer insights
454 Superior Ave · $649,500
$647K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $647K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
46 days
The average home goes pending in 44 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.3%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
High-speed internet
Low-flow plumbing fixtures
Insulated windows
One masonry fireplace in the living room
Dehumidifier
No common walls
Bedrooms
Three main-level bedrooms
Three lower-level bedrooms
In-law floorplan
Master on main
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms total
Two main-level bathrooms
Two lower-level full bathrooms
Master bath includes a tub/shower combo
Finished bath in the basement
Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen
Stained cabinets
Laminate counters
Dishwasher
Gas range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry located in basement and in a bathroom
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Natural gas heating
Thermostat (energy efficient feature)
Exterior features
Private entrance
Private yard
Accessible entrance
Sidewalks and street lights nearby
Near public transportation and shopping
Home design
Two levels
Brick four sides construction
Tar/gravel roof
Fee simple ownership
Parking
One garage space
Total of five parking spaces
Driveway and garage parking
Open parking available
Construction
Brick 4-sides construction
Tar/gravel roof
Finished daylight basement with exterior and interior entry
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Cable available
Electricity available
Natural gas available
Phone available
HOA & community
Near shopping and public transportation
Sidewalks and street lights
Electricity and solar
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The purpose of this district is to provide for single-family residential development with a minimum lot size of 9,000 sq ft with such public buildings, schools, places of worship, public recreational facilities and accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with such surroundings. The district is located to protect existing developments of this character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Public service-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
Local insights from Redfin agents
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