Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,125 sqft

1179 Russell Dr, Decatur, GA 30030

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.2 acresLot Size
1952Year Built
$230/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautifully renovated four-sided brick home on a quiet street in a gem of a neighborhood. Open floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms all on one level, offering flowing common space and well-arranged private space. Large master suite with a great walk-in closet and double sink master bath. Chef’s kitchen with picture window features large island, granite countertops, gas range and upgraded stainless steel appliances (all new within two years) plus a sizable pantry and lots of cabinet space....Beautifully renovated four-sided brick home on a quiet street in a gem of a neighborhood. Open floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms all on one level, offering flowing common space and well-arranged private space. Large master suite with a great walk-in closet and double sink master bath. Chef’s kitchen with picture window features large island, granite countertops, gas range and upgraded stainless steel appliances (all new within two years) plus a sizable pantry and lots of cabinet space. Newer HVAC and water heater as well. Large, private back yard with deck perfect for relaxing and grilling. Walk to downtown Avondale, parks, bicycle/pedestrian East Decatur Greenway Trail, and forthcoming Legacy Park. Museum School nestled in neighborhood with Tier 1 zoning, Waldorf and Friends schools also in easy reach.
  • Listed by: Laura Maddox • Keller Williams Rlty Consultants
Listing closed: 08/24/2020 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 6745498
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$500,000

Avg days on market

35

Sale-to-list ratio

97.5%

Decatur, GA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Rlty Consultants, Laura Maddox

Sold By Engel & Volkers Atlanta, Missy Derr

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Property Information for 1179 Russell Drive

Property Details

  • Taxes: $4,902 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Complex: Forrest Hills
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Ranch
  • Exterior: Awning(s), Private Front Entry, Private Yard, Rear Stairs
  • Parking Features: Carport
  • Property Attached: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Community Features: None
  • Directions: From Downtown Decatur, take Commerce until it turns into S. Columbia. Continue past the Columbia Seminary and Russell Dr will be on your left. 1179 RUSSELL DR is on the left.
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Other
  • Coordinates: -84.274569, 33.760144
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 216 15 014
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 0
  • Tax Lot: 0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Avondale
  • High School: Druid Hills
  • Middle School: Druid Hills
Parking
  • # of Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport or Garage: 0

Agent

Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $7,200.00

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Other
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Levels/Stories: One
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Diningroom Features: Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cabinets White, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Pantry Walk-In, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity
  • Main Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 3
  • Main Full Baths: 3
  • Additional Rooms: Den, Family Room
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Washer/Dryer
  • Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
  • Fencing: None
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof Type: Shingle
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Mud Room
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Other Structures: None

Property

Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: None
Property and Assessments
  • Assumable: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 0
  • Plat Page: 0
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • SqFt Source: Appraiser
  • Square Footage: 2125.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 216
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Private
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 160 x 67

Rental

Rent Information
  • Terms: Conventional
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 1179 Russell Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 13, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #630948097

$457,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/13/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #630948097

$457,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

1179 Russell Drive

Beds

4

Baths

3

Total Finished SqFt

1,182 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,182 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

10,454 SqFt

Schools near 1179 Russell Drive

This home is within Dekalb County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Avondale Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Druid Hills Middle School
Public6 to 8

Druid Hills High School
Public9 to 12

East Dekalb Special Education Center
PublicPK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1179 Russell Drive, Decatur, GA 30030
$489,000
4
2,125
8,712
$257,500
3
1,807
10,890
$290,000
3
1
1,449
10,019
$605,000
3
1,993
14,810
$225,000
3
1
1,335
10,454
–
3
1
1,304
12,197

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