Welcome to a home defined by the human needs it satisfies. This Decatur mid-century modern gem invites you to experience a delightful blend of design, function, and sensory pleasure. Imagine a hot, sunny Atlanta summer day. You’ve just left your favorite boba shop, Tea Leaf & Creamery, when you spot a for sale sign advertising an O P E N HOUSE. With nothing better to do, you decide to check it out, hoping for some cool shade. As you pull up to 705 Willievee Dr., your jaw drops. This isn't what you expected. Majestic oak trees whisper a welcome from above. The dramatic dark siding and burnt brick, paired with the sexy angular roofline, give you butterflies. You push past the solid wood door, and your heart skips a beat. The house stands with calm authority amidst its chaotic visual context, showcasing walls of brick and glass. It's an architectural symphony. She speaks, no sings to you, a brilliant composition. A gentle push from behind indicates that you're holding up traffic at the front door. Other guests start clearing their throats... How long have you been standing here star struck? You turn into the kitchen, and it's beyond your wildest expectations. Updated and open, it boasts rich earth tones, stone floors, and wood ceilings. Visually overwhelmed, you pause to take it all in. Off the kitchen is a sun-filled den, once a weaving room. With a wall of windows facing the urban forest, you spot a wren making her way up an oak tree trunk. You've never experienced emotions this intense for a house before. You didn't plan on buying a home today, you were just looking for a fun stop to enjoy your last sips of boba. But now, here you are, head-over-heels in love. Past the living room, the master suite awaits with its curbless shower, thoughtfully laid-out double sinks, ample storage, and a garden tub perfect for weekend relaxation. The second and third bedrooms are connected by another living space, vaulted ceilings, and a light-filled bathroom. The manipulation of simplicity creates a sensation of space despite its modest scale. You lay back on the soft memory foam mattress and close your eyes. This is a space you would never want to leave. The feeling is both personal and intimate. A timeless sanctuary, a masterpiece where life and happiness intertwine. ------Don't miss the steamy video on YouTube (search 705 Willivee) Owner/ Agent-
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$341Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Vanessa Reilly• Domo Realty
Bought with MAXIMILLIAN CORWELL• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Source:FMLS #7417109
Redfin Estimate
$857,535
$34K since sold in August 2024$2,000 since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 31.5% higher than the average sale price ($652K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to a home defined by the human needs it satisfies. This Decatur mid-century modern gem invites you to experience a delightful blend of design, function, and sensory pleasure. Imagine a hot, sunny Atlanta summer day. You've just left your favorite boba shop, Tea Leaf & Creamery, when you spot a for sale sign advertising an O P E N H O U S E. With nothing better to do, you decide to check it out, hoping for some cool shade. As you pull up to 705 Willievee Dr., your jaw drops. This isn't what you expected. Majestic oak trees whisper a welcome from above. The dramatic dark siding and burnt brick, paired with the sexy angular roofline, give you butterflies. You push past the solid wood door, and your heart skips a beat. The house stands with calm authority amidst its chaotic visual context, showcasing walls of brick and glass. It's an architectural symphony. She speaks, no sings to you, a brilliant composition. A gentle push from behind indicates that you're holding up traffic at the front door. Other guests start clearing their throats... How long have you been standing here star struck? You turn into the kitchen, and it's beyond your wildest expectations. Updated and open, it boasts rich earth tones, stone floors, and wood ceilings. Visually overwhelmed, you pause to take it all in. Off the kitchen is a sun-filled den, once a weaving room. With a wall of windows facing the urban forest, you spot a wren making her way up an oak tree trunk. You've never experienced emotions this intense for a house before. You didn't plan on buying a home today, you were just looking for a fun stop to enjoy your last sips of boba. But now, here you are, head-over-heels in love. Past the living room, the master suite awaits with its curbless shower, thoughtfully laid-out double sinks, ample storage, and a garden tub perfect for weekend relaxation. The second and third bedrooms are connected by another living space, vaulted ceilings, and a light-filled bathroom. The manipulation of simplicity creates a sensation of space despite its modest scale. You lay back on the soft memory foam mattress and close your eyes. This is a space you would never want to leave. The feeling is both personal and intimate. A timeless sanctuary, a masterpiece where life and happiness intertwine. ------Don't miss the steamy video on YouTube (search 705 Willivee) Owner/ Agent-
Public Records
Sep 6, 2022
Sold
$680,000
$270/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 30, 1992
Sold
$146,000
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 25, 1987
Sold
$130,000
$52/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 7, 1981
Sold
$47,500
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,738 (−21.7%)
$80,960 + $232,200
$313,160
2024
$12,431 (+8.1%)
$80,960 + $232,200
$313,160
2023
$11,505 (+86.4%)
$80,960 + $193,240
$274,200
2022
$6,171 (+2.1%)
$60,000 + $148,640
$208,640
2021
$6,046 (+1.3%)
$60,000 + $143,240
$203,240
2020
$5,966 (+8.7%)
$60,000 + $143,240
$203,240
2019
$5,488 (+2.8%)
$60,000 + $120,920
$180,920
2018
$5,340 (+3.2%)
$60,000 + $114,840
$174,840
2017
$5,172 (+5.8%)
$60,000 + $114,840
$174,840
2016
$4,887 (+41.9%)
$22,800 + $129,560
$152,360
2014
$3,443 (+19.4%)
$22,800 + $131,480
$154,280
2013
$2,884 (−4.6%)
$22,800 + $66,400
$89,200
2012
$3,024 (−30.8%)
$22,800 + $66,400
$89,200
2011
$4,367 (+11.2%)
$28,240 + $96,160
$124,400
2010
$3,925 (+8.4%)
$32,680 + $91,720
$124,400
2008
$3,620
Tax history for 705 Willivee Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,738 (−21.7%)
$80,960 + $232,200
$313,160
2024
$12,431 (+8.1%)
$80,960 + $232,200
$313,160
2023
$11,505 (+86.4%)
$80,960 + $193,240
$274,200
2022
$6,171 (+2.1%)
$60,000 + $148,640
$208,640
2021
$6,046 (+1.3%)
$60,000 + $143,240
$203,240
2020
$5,966 (+8.7%)
$60,000 + $143,240
$203,240
2019
$5,488 (+2.8%)
$60,000 + $120,920
$180,920
2018
$5,340 (+3.2%)
$60,000 + $114,840
$174,840
2017
$5,172 (+5.8%)
$60,000 + $114,840
$174,840
2016
$4,887 (+41.9%)
$22,800 + $129,560
$152,360
2014
$3,443 (+19.4%)
$22,800 + $131,480
$154,280
2013
$2,884 (−4.6%)
$22,800 + $66,400
$89,200
2012
$3,024 (−30.8%)
$22,800 + $66,400
$89,200
2011
$4,367 (+11.2%)
$28,240 + $96,160
$124,400
2010
$3,925 (+8.4%)
$32,680 + $91,720
$124,400
2008
$3,620
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,514
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 061 02 051
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
Parking Features: Parking Pad
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
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Common Area
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Room,Cabinets Stain,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Doors, HVAC, Lighting, Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Fernbank
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: N. Decatur Rd. Heading east. Left on Willivee Dr. Home halfway up street on right.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,514
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 061 02 051
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fernbank Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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