Enjoy easy living in a move-in ready ranch on a lovely lot in a vibrant peaceful neighborhood. Situated in Fernbank E.S. district. Steps away from Medlock Park. Near multiple walking, hiking, running, biking trails. Convenient to Emory, CDC, VA’s Atlanta campus, Agnes Scott, downtown Decatur, shopping, restaurants, and more. New roof (2020), newly refinished hardwood floors throughout (2020), newly painted interior walls throughout (2020), newer mini-split basement HVAC (2018), newer hot water tank and gas line (2018), newer basement PVC (2018). Kitchen with soft-close floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances, gas range, tile backsplashes, in-cabinet & under-cabinet lighting, hardwood floors. Breakfast bar and keeping room adjacent to kitchen. Wraparound deck with privacy screen, pergola, built in benches, new staining, and plenty of space for almost anything, including social distance meet-ups, your favorite grill and outdoor furniture. Tranquil, expansive, lush backyard graced with mature trees, birds and open areas perfect for gardening. Access to backyard from side yard, basement, and deck. ~~FABULOUS BASEMENT! Full, Unfinished, Daylight, Dry, Climate-Controlled, with its own mini-split HVAC system, 4 full sized windows for natural light and, two private doorways, one at the main level of the property and one at the backyard level of the property. Transform into additional living, working, recreational space. Or, just use it for storage. ~~UNINCORPORATED TAX DISTRICT. Current property taxes do not reflect homestead or any other exemption that might be applicable to your situation. ~~Tour this special property today, and plan your move!
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$403Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by SONIA FISHKIN• Keller Williams Rlty, First Atlanta
Bought with GIGI CONNER• Adams Realtors
Source:FMLS #6759281
Redfin Estimate
$433,389
$78K since sold in September 2020$10K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 4.8% lower than the average sale price ($455K) of 6 comparable homes.
Enjoy easy living in a move-in ready ranch on a lovely lot in a vibrant peaceful neighborhood. Situated in Fernbank E.S. district. Steps away from Medlock Park. Near multiple walking, hiking, running, biking trails. Convenient to Emory, CDC, VA's Atlanta campus, Agnes Scott, downtown Decatur, shopping, restaurants, and more. New roof (2020), newly refinished hardwood floors throughout (2020), newly painted interior walls throughout (2020), newer mini-split basement HVAC (2018), newer hot water tank and gas line (2018), newer basement PVC (2018).Kitchen with soft-close floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances, gas range, tile backsplashes, in-cabinet & under-cabinet lighting, hardwood floors. Breakfast bar and keeping room adjacent to kitchen. Wraparound deck with privacy screen, pergola, built in benches, new staining, and plenty of space for almost anything, including social distance meet-ups, your favorite grill and outdoor furniture. Tranquil, expansive, lush backyard graced with mature trees, birds and open areas perfect for gardening. Access to backyard from side yard, basement, and deck. ~~FABULOUS BASEMENT! Full, Unfinished, Daylight, Dry, Climate-Controlled, with its own mini-split HVAC system, 4 full sized windows for natural light and, two private doorways, one at the main level of the property and one at the backyard level of the property. Transform into additional living, working, recreational space. Or, just use it for storage. ~~UNINCORPORATED TAX DISTRICT. Current property taxes do not reflect homestead or any other exemption that might be applicable to your situation. ~~Tour this special property today, and plan your move!
FMLS #6054682
Sep 12, 2018
Sold
$325,000
$302/sq ft
Aug 27, 2018
Pending
—
Aug 16, 2018
Contingent
—
Aug 8, 2018
Listed
$325,000
$302/sq ft
Welcome to your new home that is just steps away from Medlock Park and Pool! This fabulous ranch lives large! The front door opens to the Living and Dining rooms. The kitchen was expanded to include counter seating and flex space - club chairs, reading nook, office...Head out to the deck that overlooks tranquility. Main bedroom has it's own 1/2 bath and then there's the fabulous basement. It can be anything you heart desires; storage, additional bedrooms - or just space to get away. All this and more oh so close to Decatur Square, Shopping, Restaurants and so much more!
GAMLS #8431632
Sep 12, 2018
Sold
$325,000
$302/sq ft
Aug 16, 2018
Pending
—
Aug 8, 2018
Listed
$325,000
$302/sq ft
GAMLS #7438731
Nov 19, 2015
Price Changed
$262,000
$244/sq ft
May 19, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2015
Sold
$262,000
$244/sq ft
Apr 24, 2015
Pending
—
Apr 22, 2015
Price Changed
$265,000
$247/sq ft
Apr 19, 2015
Listed
$265,000
$247/sq ft
Public Records
May 20, 2015
Sold
$262,000
$244/sq ft
FMLS #5526896
May 19, 2015
Price Changed
$262,000
$244/sq ft
May 19, 2015
Sold
$262,000
$244/sq ft
May 15, 2015
Price Changed
$265,000
$247/sq ft
Apr 24, 2015
Contingent
—
Apr 19, 2015
Listed
$265,000
$247/sq ft
FMLS #3738175
Apr 3, 2009
Sold
$208,000
$193/sq ft
Jun 25, 2008
Listed
$224,900
$209/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,379 (−73.3%)
$40,600 + $139,000
$179,600
2024
$5,172 (+9.2%)
$40,600 + $139,000
$179,600
2023
$4,735 (−2.2%)
$40,600 + $123,280
$163,880
2022
$4,844 (+8.0%)
$39,600 + $110,800
$150,400
2021
$4,485 (−15.8%)
$39,600 + $95,240
$134,840
2020
$5,329 (−4.3%)
$39,600 + $95,240
$134,840
2019
$5,566 (+66.2%)
$39,600 + $79,400
$119,000
2018
$3,349 (+8.8%)
$39,600 + $70,040
$109,640
2017
$3,078 (+0.9%)
$39,600 + $70,040
$109,640
2016
$3,051 (+14.1%)
$25,640 + $69,400
$95,040
2014
$2,673 (+17.7%)
$25,640 + $53,920
$79,560
2013
$2,270 (−6.0%)
$25,640 + $44,680
$70,320
2012
$2,415 (−18.8%)
$25,640 + $45,760
$71,400
2011
$2,973 (−23.5%)
$25,320 + $59,784
$85,104
2010
$3,885 (+312.3%)
$25,320 + $63,040
$88,360
2008
$942
Tax history for 896 Gaylemont Cir
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,379 (−73.3%)
$40,600 + $139,000
$179,600
2024
$5,172 (+9.2%)
$40,600 + $139,000
$179,600
2023
$4,735 (−2.2%)
$40,600 + $123,280
$163,880
2022
$4,844 (+8.0%)
$39,600 + $110,800
$150,400
2021
$4,485 (−15.8%)
$39,600 + $95,240
$134,840
2020
$5,329 (−4.3%)
$39,600 + $95,240
$134,840
2019
$5,566 (+66.2%)
$39,600 + $79,400
$119,000
2018
$3,349 (+8.8%)
$39,600 + $70,040
$109,640
2017
$3,078 (+0.9%)
$39,600 + $70,040
$109,640
2016
$3,051 (+14.1%)
$25,640 + $69,400
$95,040
2014
$2,673 (+17.7%)
$25,640 + $53,920
$79,560
2013
$2,270 (−6.0%)
$25,640 + $44,680
$70,320
2012
$2,415 (−18.8%)
$25,640 + $45,760
$71,400
2011
$2,973 (−23.5%)
$25,320 + $59,784
$85,104
2010
$3,885 (+312.3%)
$25,320 + $63,040
$88,360
2008
$942
*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
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,075
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 061 01 044
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.
Directions: Whether you approach Gaylemont Circle from Medlock Rd or Desmond Drive, take a left onto Gaylemont Circle. When you are at the bend in the road, you’ll see Medlock Park to your left. Keep going, and you’ll soon see the house to your left.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,075
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 061 01 044
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fernbank Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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