Beautifully Renovated Home with Full Basement & In-Law Suite – No HOA! Experience the perfect blend of modern updates and serene privacy in this stunning home, set on a spacious lot outside of a subdivision—no HOA restrictions! Step inside to discover an inviting open-concept living area with fresh paint, hardwood flooring, and elegant finishes throughout. The chef’s kitchen boasts sleek quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar with custom made MURANO pendant lighting perfect for entertaining. The primary suite is a true retreat with a luxurious ensuite bath featuring a walk-in shower and designer touches. The basement is a game changer offering a complete with a kitchenette, 2 bedrooms, a fireplace, laundry room and full bath, making it ideal for an in-law suite, guest quarters, or rental income potential. It can function as a seperate unit with an outside entrance. Enjoy the outdoors with a large backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. With no subdivision restrictions, you have the freedom to park your RV, boat, or build additional structures to suit your needs. MULTIPLE OFERS RECEIVED.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
0.8 acresLot Size
Listed by DANTHIKA BORST• Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners
Bought with Tanisha Miles• Realty One Group Terminus
Source:FMLS #7549185
Redfin Estimate
$307,561
$10K since sold in June 2025$2,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 12.1% higher than the average sale price ($274K) of 6 comparable homes.
Beautifully Renovated Home with Full Basement & In-Law Suite Co No HOA! Experience the perfect blend of modern updates and serene privacy in this stunning renovated home, set on a spacious lot outside of a subdivisionCono HOA restrictions! Step inside to discover an inviting open-concept living area with fresh paint, new flooring, and elegant finishes throughout. The chefCOs kitchen boasts sleek quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large island perfect for entertaining. The primary suite is a true retreat with a luxurious ensuite bath featuring a walk-in shower and designer touches. The basement is a game changer offering a complete with a kitchenette,bedroom, and full bath, making it ideal for an in-law suite, guest quarters, or rental income potential. Enjoy the outdoors with a large backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. With no subdivision restrictions, you have the freedom to park your RV, boat, or build additional structures to suit your needs.
Public Records
Jul 24, 2001
Sold
$130,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,819 (−1.6%)
$14,520 + $87,880
$102,400
2024
$2,864 (+23.4%)
$14,520 + $87,880
$102,400
2023
$2,321 (+0.5%)
$14,520 + $87,320
$101,840
2022
$2,310 (+14.1%)
$14,520 + $66,440
$80,960
2021
$2,025 (+19.4%)
$14,520 + $54,080
$68,600
2020
$1,696 (+0.9%)
$14,520 + $54,080
$68,600
2019
$1,682 (+6.2%)
$14,520 + $39,680
$54,200
2018
$1,584 (+23.7%)
$14,520 + $35,680
$50,200
2017
$1,281 (+30.8%)
$14,520 + $35,680
$50,200
2016
$979 (+120.5%)
$2,600 + $28,280
$30,880
2014
$444 (+0.8%)
$2,600 + $20,360
$22,960
2013
$440 (−3.1%)
$2,360 + $12,760
$15,120
2012
$454 (−60.1%)
$2,360 + $12,760
$15,120
2011
$1,139 (−18.6%)
$4,320 + $30,000
$34,320
2010
$1,400 (+19.3%)
$4,320 + $41,160
$45,480
2008
$1,173
Tax history for 8711 Smith James Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,819 (−1.6%)
$14,520 + $87,880
$102,400
2024
$2,864 (+23.4%)
$14,520 + $87,880
$102,400
2023
$2,321 (+0.5%)
$14,520 + $87,320
$101,840
2022
$2,310 (+14.1%)
$14,520 + $66,440
$80,960
2021
$2,025 (+19.4%)
$14,520 + $54,080
$68,600
2020
$1,696 (+0.9%)
$14,520 + $54,080
$68,600
2019
$1,682 (+6.2%)
$14,520 + $39,680
$54,200
2018
$1,584 (+23.7%)
$14,520 + $35,680
$50,200
2017
$1,281 (+30.8%)
$14,520 + $35,680
$50,200
2016
$979 (+120.5%)
$2,600 + $28,280
$30,880
2014
$444 (+0.8%)
$2,600 + $20,360
$22,960
2013
$440 (−3.1%)
$2,360 + $12,760
$15,120
2012
$454 (−60.1%)
$2,360 + $12,760
$15,120
2011
$1,139 (−18.6%)
$4,320 + $30,000
$34,320
2010
$1,400 (+19.3%)
$4,320 + $41,160
$45,480
2008
$1,173
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.8 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,226
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
16 257 02 010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-85
Residential Medium Lot-85 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-85 (Residential Medium Lot-85) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of twelve 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-85 (Residential Medium Lot-85) 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.
TaxLegalDescription: 282 X 185 X 352 X 47 . . . . . . . . . 1.936AC 10-13-04
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central, Forced Air
Water Source: Well
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Rock Chapel
Middle Or Junior School: Lithonia
High School: Lithonia
Location Information
Directions: USE GPS
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,226
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 16 257 02 010
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
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Rock Chapel Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi
4/10
Lithonia Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
3/10
Lithonia High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
2/10
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