1523 Melrose Dr SW

1,353 Sq. Ft.
$259 / Sq. Ft.
1,353
Sq. Ft.
$259
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Beautifully renovated 1930 brick ranch in Sylvan Hills featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with a bright open-concept layout and cathedral ceilings in the living area and primary bedroom. This move-in-ready home offers the rare opportunity to live in a residence where nearly everything is brand new, including a new electrical panel and wiring, new plumbing, new HVAC system, new roof, new windows, new driveway, new kitchen, and new bathrooms. The home also features a flat backyard, ideal for entertaining,...Beautifully renovated 1930 brick ranch in Sylvan Hills featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with a bright open-concept layout and cathedral ceilings in the living area and primary bedroom. This move-in-ready home offers the rare opportunity to live in a residence where nearly everything is brand new, including a new electrical panel and wiring, new plumbing, new HVAC system, new roof, new windows, new driveway, new kitchen, and new bathrooms. The home also features a flat backyard, ideal for entertaining, play, pets, or future outdoor enhancements. Enjoy quick access to the Atlanta BeltLine, Perkerson Park, Atlanta Airport, downtown Atlanta, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and major highways, making commuting and city living effortless. Simply move in, relax, and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a thoughtfully updated home designed for low-maintenance living for years to come.
  1. Listed by Johanna Galnares • Keller Williams Rlty Consultants • 678-287-4800

Property Details for 1523 Melrose Drive Southwest

Subdivision Complex
Sylvan Hills
Architectural Style
Bungalow, Ranch, Traditional
Exterior
Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Num Of Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Driveway
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING UPDATED: 02/15/2026 04:07 PM

Property Details for 1523 Melrose Drive Southwest

StatusActive
MLS #7709265
Days on Market26
Taxes$3,767 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,949 SF
CountyFulton County

Location

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Building Information for 1523 Melrose Drive Southwest

Stories1Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,949 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,020 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,706

Property Taxes

$314

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1523 Melrose Drive Southwest

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: None
  • Directions: Conveniently located with easy access from major highways. From I-75/I-85 South, take Langford Parkway (SR-166) toward West End/College Park, exit toward Sylvan Road SW, then turn left onto Melrose Dr SW—1523 Melrose Dr SW will be just ahead on the left.
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: City
  • Coordinates: -84.422997, 33.713427
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 14 012100020508
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: Beginning at a point on the west side of Melrose Drive one hundred and twenty-six (126) feet southerly from the southwest corner of Melrose Drive and Decker Avenue, and running thence west one hundred and fifty (150) feet; thence southerly sixty (60) feet; thence easterly one hundred and fifty (150) feet to Melrose Drive; thence north along the west side of Melrose Drive fifty (50) feet to the point of beginning, being improved property known as 1523 Melrose Drive, S.W., Atlanta, Georgia.
School Information
  • Elementary School: Finch
  • High School: G.W. Carver
  • Middle School: Sylvan Hills
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Driveway Access, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Recessed Lighting
  • Levels/Stories: One
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Diningroom Features: Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, View to Family Room
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower Only
  • Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar, Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Main Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 2
  • Main Full Baths: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Brick 4 Sides
  • Dock: None
  • Fencing: None
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof Type: Other
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Hall, Laundry Closet
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 110 Volts
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Proposed Financing: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Lighting
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1353.0
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 1353.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Private
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Vegetation: Cleared
Multi Family
Income & Expenses Information
  • Swim/Tennis Fee Due: None
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Vacant

Property History for 1523 Melrose Drive Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 17, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1556566504

$150,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/17/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1556566504

$150,000

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

Public Records for 1523 Melrose Drive Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$24,840Additions$67,240Total$92,080
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,353 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,353 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,928 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930ZoningR4CountyFULTONAPN14 012100020508

Schools near 1523 Melrose Drive Southwest

This home is within Atlanta Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Perkerson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Sylvan Hills Middle School
Public6 to 8

Carver High School
Public9 to 12

Early College High School At Carver
Public9 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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1523 Melrose Drive Southwest is a single family home for sale in Atlanta, GA 30310. This property was listed for sale on January 29, 2026 by Keller Williams Rlty Consultants, it's currently listed at $350,000. It has been on the market for a total of 26 days and was last sold on March 17, 2025. This listing's school district is Atlanta Public Schools. Nearby schools include Perkerson Elementary School, Sylvan Hills Middle School and Carver High School. 1523 Melrose Drive Southwest is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,353 sqft single family home built in 1930.

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