Charming updated historic home NOW EVEN MORE AFFORDABLE! It is located approximately 15 minutes from Emory University and about 5 minutes from Interstate 285, providing convenient access for commuting. This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home, originally built in 1937, features classic architectural details including arched doorways, original hardwood floors, and arched ceilings in the upstairs bedrooms. The main-level bathroom includes vintage-style tile, adding to the home's historic character. The living area features a brick fireplace with built-in bookcases, creating a warm and inviting space. The home's layout includes two large bedrooms on the main level and two bedrooms upstairs with a shared bathroom, offering a flexible floor plan. Additional features include: laundry room located off the kitchen on the main level, large open front porch with space for seating and outdoor furniture, covered patio with seating and gas grill, large front and side yard,driveway parking for approximately 2-4 vehicles. This property combines historic charm, spacious indoor and outdoor areas, and convenient access to nearby amenities and major roadways. See it for yourself today!
Amenities
In-unit amenities
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Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Hardwood Flooring
Patio
Refrigerator
Unique amenities
Ceiling Fans
Outdoor Parking
Private Yard
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Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Type: Crawl-Space
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Foundation Type: Block
Building Style Type: Traditional
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Frame
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,704
Adjusted Gross Sq. Ft: 1,152
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,212
Building Sq. Ft: 2,916
# of Stories: 1.5
Stories Type: 1 1/4
Legal Description: 140 X 205 X 203 X 25 X 218 . . . . . . . . . . . 0.83AC
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Detached Frame Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 360
Garage / Carport Type: Detached Frame
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 36,155
Legal Lot Number: 8
Legal Block Number: 3
Municipality Name: TUCKER
Acres: 0.83
Depth Footage: 213
Front Footage: 136
Zoning Code: R75
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,704
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.83 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 212 03 008
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Sale and tax history for 4781 Lavista Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7731455
Jun 25, 2026
Rental Removed
$2,800
$2/sq ft
Apr 12, 2026
Price Changed
$2,800
$2/sq ft
Mar 18, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,000
$2/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 27, 2021
Sold
$259,000
$152/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,667 (+26.1%)
$22,680 + $115,960
$138,640
2024
$5,286 (+16.9%)
$22,680 + $115,960
$138,640
2023
$4,522 (+17.4%)
$22,680 + $86,800
$109,480
2022
$3,852 (+71.8%)
$22,680 + $58,600
$81,280
2021
$2,242 (+6.3%)
$22,680 + $47,880
$70,560
2020
$2,108 (+5.8%)
$22,680 + $47,880
$70,560
2019
$1,992 (+20.1%)
$22,680 + $39,080
$61,760
2018
$1,658 (−2.8%)
$18,360 + $31,640
$50,000
2017
$1,706 (−6.5%)
$18,360 + $31,640
$50,000
2016
$1,824 (+41.2%)
$18,360 + $37,000
$55,360
2014
$1,292 (+80.2%)
$18,360 + $31,640
$50,000
2013
$717 (−29.7%)
$18,360 + $5,240
$23,600
2012
$1,020 (−22.4%)
$18,280 + $9,400
$27,680
2011
$1,315 (−34.6%)
$21,520 + $17,744
$39,264
2010
$2,009 (+15.0%)
$17,560 + $42,920
$60,480
2008
$1,748
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
7/10
Midvale Elementary School
Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Tucker Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Tucker High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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Public facts and zoning for 4781 Lavista Rd
Beds
3
Baths
1
Sq. Ft.
1,704
Stories
1.5
Lot Size
0.83 Acres
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1937
Year Renovated
1993
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 212 03 008
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026.
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In-unit amenities
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