Welcome to this charming, well-maintained cottage nestled Medlock Park / University Heights (super close to Emory U.), one of Decatur/Atlanta's most coveted neighborhoods. It is a super functional 2+ bedroom home that has a lovely office / bonus room flex space! Step inside to discover beautifully cared-for hardwood floors that exude warmth and character throughout. The inviting living room features French doors that open to a versatile office space complete with wood-burning fireplace, perfect for those who work from home or as a cozy reading nook. Large windows flood the living area with natural light and provide serene views of the lush surroundings. The updated kitchen boasts brand-new stainless-steel appliances, including a gas stove, along with new butcher-block countertops, painted cabinets, and modern fixtures. Adjacent to the kitchen, a pantry and laundry area lead to a screened porch and expansive deck, ideal for outdoor entertaining or peaceful relaxation. Two spacious bedrooms, adorned with crown molding and original hardwood floors, offer tranquil retreats. The bathroom features an updated vanity, fresh paint, and stylish fixtures. Outside, the serene screened porch beckons for year-round enjoyment and adds an additional living space to the home, while the large deck provides ample space for gatherings and grilling. The attic provides ample additional storage, and the unfinished basement is ideal for a workshop or storing outdoor gear. It also has off-street parking! Located in the highly desirable Fernbank Elementary School District, this home is just minutes away from downtown Decatur, Emory University, and the CDC, as well as major thoroughfares including 78 and I-285. Enjoy easy access to Medlock Park's amenities, including a new playground, ball fields, and swimming pool, paved path connecting 2 amazing parks, Medlock Park and Mason Mill Park (with tennis/pickleball center and a giant playground), as well as the nearby Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve, which is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss the opportunity to make this move-in ready home yours—a perfect blend of charm, convenience, and modern comfort in one of Decatur/Atlanta’s best neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$417Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by John Morgan• Park Realty, LLC.
Bought with Peter Golley• Golley Realty Group
Source:FMLS #7347672
Redfin Estimate
$416,988
$12K since sold in April 2024$2,000 since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 9.6% higher than the average sale price ($380K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to this charming, well-maintained cottage in Medlock Park / University Heights (super close to Emory University), one of Decatur/Atlanta's most coveted areas. Step inside to discover beautifully cared-for hardwood floors that exude warmth and character throughout. The inviting living room features French doors that open to a versatile office space complete with wood-burning fireplace, perfect for those who work from home or as a cozy reading nook. Large windows flood the living area with natural light and provide serene views of the lush surroundings. The updated kitchen boasts brand-new stainless-steel appliances, including a gas stove, along with new butcher-block countertops, painted cabinets, and modern fixtures. Adjacent to the kitchen, a pantry and laundry area lead to a screened porch and expansive deck, ideal for outdoor entertaining or peaceful relaxation. Two spacious bedrooms, adorned with crown molding and original hardwood floors, offer tranquil retreats. The bathroom features an updated vanity, fresh paint, and stylish fixtures. Outside, the serene screened porch beckons for year-round enjoyment and adds an additional living space to the home, while the large deck provides ample space for gatherings and grilling. The attic provides ample additional storage, and the unfinished basement is ideal for a workshop or storing outdoor gear. It also has off-street parking! Located in the highly desirable Fernbank Elementary School District, this home is just minutes away from downtown Decatur, Emory University, and the CDC, as well as major thoroughfares including 78 and I-285. Enjoy easy access to Medlock Park's amenities, including a new playground, ball fields, and swimming pool, paved path connecting 2 amazing parks, Medlock Park and Mason Mill Park (with tennis/pickleball center and a giant playground), as well as the nearby Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve, which is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss the opportunity to make this move-in ready home yoursCoa perfect blend of charm, convenience, and modern comfort in one of Decatur/AtlantaCOs best neighborhoods.
Public Records
Jun 26, 2008
Sold
$205,500
$206/sq ft
FMLS #3711948
Jun 20, 2008
Sold
$199,000
$199/sq ft
May 14, 2008
Listed
$199,900
$200/sq ft
CUTE BUNGALOW STYLE HOME IN GREAT N'HOOD*FORMAL LIVING ROOM*EAT IN KITCHEN WITH NEW CABINETS & COUNTERTOPS, RECENT APPLIANCES*BONUS RM FOR OFFICE-DINING RM OR DEN*SEPARATE LAUNDRY ROOM*FRENCH DOORS,CROWN MOLDING,HARDWOOD FLOORS* BASEMENT AREA-GREAT FOR STORAGE* WALK TO PARK, NEAR EMORY CDC
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,143 (−15.0%)
$42,880 + $115,280
$158,160
2024
$6,049 (+2.9%)
$42,880 + $115,280
$158,160
2023
$5,877 (+11.6%)
$42,880 + $85,240
$128,120
2022
$5,265
$41,514 + $70,686
$112,200
2021
$5,265 (+16.3%)
$41,514 + $70,686
$112,200
2020
$4,527 (−17.7%)
$41,514 + $70,686
$112,200
2019
$5,499 (+52.2%)
$41,800 + $75,720
$117,520
2018
$3,614 (−0.2%)
$21,576 + $52,824
$74,400
2017
$3,621 (+64.2%)
$21,576 + $52,824
$74,400
2016
$2,205 (+0.7%)
$24,360 + $58,360
$82,720
2014
$2,190 (+24.9%)
$24,360 + $41,240
$65,600
2013
$1,753 (−4.4%)
$24,360 + $41,240
$65,600
2012
$1,834 (−18.7%)
$24,360 + $30,160
$54,520
2011
$2,255 (−6.6%)
$24,040 + $40,904
$64,944
2010
$2,414 (+31.3%)
$27,466 + $49,174
$76,640
2008
$1,839
Tax history for 858 Scott Cir
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,143 (−15.0%)
$42,880 + $115,280
$158,160
2024
$6,049 (+2.9%)
$42,880 + $115,280
$158,160
2023
$5,877 (+11.6%)
$42,880 + $85,240
$128,120
2022
$5,265
$41,514 + $70,686
$112,200
2021
$5,265 (+16.3%)
$41,514 + $70,686
$112,200
2020
$4,527 (−17.7%)
$41,514 + $70,686
$112,200
2019
$5,499 (+52.2%)
$41,800 + $75,720
$117,520
2018
$3,614 (−0.2%)
$21,576 + $52,824
$74,400
2017
$3,621 (+64.2%)
$21,576 + $52,824
$74,400
2016
$2,205 (+0.7%)
$24,360 + $58,360
$82,720
2014
$2,190 (+24.9%)
$24,360 + $41,240
$65,600
2013
$1,753 (−4.4%)
$24,360 + $41,240
$65,600
2012
$1,834 (−18.7%)
$24,360 + $30,160
$54,520
2011
$2,255 (−6.6%)
$24,040 + $40,904
$64,944
2010
$2,414 (+31.3%)
$27,466 + $49,174
$76,640
2008
$1,839
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,000
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 061 13 038
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.
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block, Slab
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
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: From Clairemont Rd. turn left on Desmond, then left on Scott Circle, home is on the left. From N. Decatur Rd, turn left onto Medlock, left onto Lancelot, Rt onto Scott Circle. Home is on the left.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Trails/Greenway, Pickleball, Playground, Pool, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,000
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 061 13 038
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fernbank Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
8/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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