Rare Opportunity to Own a Prestigious Sandy Springs Landmark Situated on approximately 2 prime acres on Riverside Drive, this classic home features a must-see pool, lighted tennis courts, lush, terraced gardens, and gurgling fountains. Completely gated and fenced, the property offers a secluded retreat once you pass through the ornate iron gates. All major updates have been completed, and the home is ready for your personal touches. With 7 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and 2 half bathrooms, this home offers ample space for luxury living. An entertainer’s dream, the residence boasts great flow, abundant natural light, and spacious living and entertaining areas, including the pool terrace and tennis courts. The circular driveway, along with a three-car garage, accommodates up to 20 cars, perfect for parties and holiday gatherings. Two gated entrances provide easy access to both Riverside Drive and Heards Ferry Road.
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
2 acresLot Size
$267Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by STEW TEAM• Stewart Brokers
Bought with Art Valdez• Chapman Hall Professionals
Source:FMLS #7499063
Redfin Estimate
$2,069,509
$20K since sold in January 2025$12K since August
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 31.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.57M) of 6 comparable homes.
Rare Opportunity to Own a Prestigious Sandy Springs Landmark Situated on approximately 2 prime acres on Riverside Drive, this classic home features a must-see pool, lighted tennis courts, lush, terraced gardens, and gurgling fountains. Completely gated and fenced, the property offers a secluded retreat once you pass through the ornate iron gates. All major updates have been completed, and the home is ready for your personal touches. With 7 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and 2 half bathrooms, this home offers ample space for luxury living. An entertainerCOs dream, the residence boasts great flow, abundant natural light, and spacious living and entertaining areas, including the pool terrace and tennis courts. The circular driveway, along with a three-car garage, accommodates up to 20 cars, perfect for parties and holiday gatherings. Two gated entrances provide easy access to both Riverside Drive and Heards Ferry Road.
FMLS #7408665
Jul 11, 2024
Listing Removed
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Jun 21, 2024
Coming Soon
*
FMLS #7018579
May 12, 2022
Sold
$1,900,000
$245/sq ft
Apr 1, 2022
Pending
—
Mar 30, 2022
Contingent
—
Mar 18, 2022
Listed
$1,800,000
$232/sq ft
GAMLS #10030254
May 12, 2022
Sold
$1,900,000
$245/sq ft
Apr 4, 2022
Pending
—
Apr 1, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Mar 18, 2022
Listed
$1,800,000
$232/sq ft
GAMLS #8531239
May 21, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Feb 22, 2019
Listed
$1,895,000
$245/sq ft
GAMLS #8137582
Dec 18, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Feb 17, 2017
Listed
$2,495,000
$322/sq ft
FMLS #5807171
Dec 18, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Feb 17, 2017
Listed
$2,495,000
$322/sq ft
GAMLS #8005693
Nov 21, 2016
Listing Removed
—
May 24, 2016
Listed
$2,499,000
$323/sq ft
GAMLS #7469723
Nov 29, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 10, 2015
Listed
$1,899,900
$245/sq ft
FMLS #5551861
Nov 29, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 10, 2015
Listed
$1,899,900
$245/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 12, 1999
Sold
$445,000
$57/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 1995
Sold
$392,500
$51/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 24, 1987
Sold
$599,500
$77/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 16, 1984
Sold
$500,000
$65/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 20, 1983
Sold
$320,000
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,107 (+3.9%)
$153,440 + $498,320
$651,760
2024
$19,361 (+4.6%)
$153,440 + $474,120
$627,560
2023
$18,511 (+180.8%)
$153,440 + $445,200
$598,640
2022
$6,591 (+1.0%)
$97,880 + $385,400
$483,280
2021
$6,524 (+13.7%)
$95,040 + $374,160
$469,200
2020
$5,737 (+2.1%)
$93,920 + $366,200
$460,120
2019
$5,619 (−18.5%)
$92,240 + $359,720
$451,960
2018
$6,893 (+23.6%)
$92,240 + $359,720
$451,960
2017
$5,577 (+0.3%)
$90,080 + $351,280
$441,360
2016
$5,558
$107,520 + $247,200
$354,720
2015
$5,563
$107,520 + $247,200
$354,720
2014
$5,563 (−3.1%)
$107,520 + $247,200
$354,720
2012
$5,740
$117,040 + $247,200
$364,240
2011
$5,740 (−53.7%)
$117,040 + $247,200
$364,240
2010
$12,404 (+21.2%)
$122,880 + $258,800
$381,680
2009
$10,237
$122,880 + $258,800
$381,680
2008
$10,237
$122,880 + $258,800
$381,680
Tax history for 5995 Riverside Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,107 (+3.9%)
$153,440 + $498,320
$651,760
2024
$19,361 (+4.6%)
$153,440 + $474,120
$627,560
2023
$18,511 (+180.8%)
$153,440 + $445,200
$598,640
2022
$6,591 (+1.0%)
$97,880 + $385,400
$483,280
2021
$6,524 (+13.7%)
$95,040 + $374,160
$469,200
2020
$5,737 (+2.1%)
$93,920 + $366,200
$460,120
2019
$5,619 (−18.5%)
$92,240 + $359,720
$451,960
2018
$6,893 (+23.6%)
$92,240 + $359,720
$451,960
2017
$5,577 (+0.3%)
$90,080 + $351,280
$441,360
2016
$5,558
$107,520 + $247,200
$354,720
2015
$5,563
$107,520 + $247,200
$354,720
2014
$5,563 (−3.1%)
$107,520 + $247,200
$354,720
2012
$5,740
$117,040 + $247,200
$364,240
2011
$5,740 (−53.7%)
$117,040 + $247,200
$364,240
2010
$12,404 (+21.2%)
$122,880 + $258,800
$381,680
2009
$10,237
$122,880 + $258,800
$381,680
2008
$10,237
$122,880 + $258,800
$381,680
*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
7
Baths
5.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
5,241
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fulton County
APN
17 0133 LL0914
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 4, 2026.
RE-2
Residential Estate District 2
The Residential Estate districts are intended for detached single unit residences on large lots. The districts also allow for limited civic, open space and park uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Communications tower
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Other
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master,Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Features: Insert
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Other
Flooring: Other
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Other,Kitchen Island,Stone Counters,View to Family Room,Other
Room Type: Exercise Room, Family Room, Game Room, Office, Sun Room, Other
Basement: Finished, Full
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Above Grade Finished Area: 5,504
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,243
Construction Materials: Stucco, Other
Exterior Features: Private Yard, Tennis Court(s)
Roof: Other
Fencing: Fenced, Privacy
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Pool Features: In Ground
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: Tax Records
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Other
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
# Of Units In Community: 1
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Heards Ferry
Middle Or Junior School: Ridgeview Charter
High School: Riverwood International Charter
Location Information
Directions: GPS Friendly
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Other
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,241
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Fulton County
APN: 17 0133 LL0914
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Heards Ferry Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
Ridgeview Charter School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
8/10
Riverwood International Charter School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
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