1656 Merton Road Northeast

Closed 9/24/21
Closed 9/24/21
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,899,000
5 beds5,757 sqft$330/sqft
1656 Merton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.71 acresLot Size
1952Year Built
$330/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

A Quintessential Ranch Home located on One of the Very Best Streets in Morningside-Merton Road with common spaces recently renovated and designed by Brian Patrick Flynn. This coveted street enjoys wide sidewalks and low traffic. This home features an exceptional open floor plan with generously sized rooms, an outstanding terrace level with soaring ceilings, a three-car garage, and a 10++ screened porch that overlooks the flat, level backyard. The front door opens to reveal a generous, handsome foyer...A Quintessential Ranch Home located on One of the Very Best Streets in Morningside-Merton Road with common spaces recently renovated and designed by Brian Patrick Flynn. This coveted street enjoys wide sidewalks and low traffic. This home features an exceptional open floor plan with generously sized rooms, an outstanding terrace level with soaring ceilings, a three-car garage, and a 10++ screened porch that overlooks the flat, level backyard. The front door opens to reveal a generous, handsome foyer that leads to the oversized great room that opens to the kitchen as well as the dining room and additional open space. Enjoys four bedrooms- one being the master suite, separate home office, and separate handsome study/library. The main level also enjoys a really exceptional large screen porch with high ceilings, specialty lighting, and a fireplace. Terrace level features multipurpose recreational area, with media room currently used as kids playroom, well-appointed refreshment kitchen with island and seating for seven, and fifth guest suite- ideal nanny or in-law suite. Abundant storage throughout and an oversized three-car garage. The exterior is completely fenced with a power gated and level yard with playground equipment, a large rear motor court, and a professional basketball net.
  • Listed by: Ken Covers • Engel & Volkers Atlanta
Listing closed: 09/24/2021 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 6932950

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,000,000

Avg days on market

35

Sale-to-list ratio

95.6%

Atlanta, GA

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Property Information for 1656 Merton Road Northeast

Property Details
  • Taxes: $19,291 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Fulton County
  • Subdivision Complex: Morningside
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Exterior: Garden, Private Yard, Other
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached, Drive Under Main Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Level Driveway, Parking Pad
  • Property Attached: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Lot Size: 0.71 AC / 30,740 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Playground, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Directions: Rock Springs to West Sussex or N Pelham to Plymouth to Merton or Wildwood to Merton.
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: City
  • Coordinates: -84.356234, 33.800081
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 17 000300060211
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 14
  • Tax Lot: 9
School Information
  • Elementary School: Morningside-
  • High School: Midtown
  • Middle School: David T Howard
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $14,000.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Other
  • Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Finished Bath, Full, Interior Entry
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry, Other Room, Outside
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 10 ft Lower, High Speed Internet, Permanent Attic Stairs, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Other
  • Levels/Stories: One
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main, Oversized Master
  • Diningroom Features: Seats 12+, Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Cabinets Stain, Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry Walk-In, Second Kitchen, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
  • Master Bathroom Features: Separate Tub/Shower, Whirlpool Tub
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Main Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 5
  • Main Full Baths: 3
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Den, Exercise Room, Family Room, Great Room, Living Room, Office
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
  • Dock: None
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 39
  • Plat Page: 10
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, Negotiable
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Insulation, Thermostat, Windows
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5757.0
  • SqFt Source: Owner
  • Square Footage: 5757.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 3
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private, Wooded
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 79x203x223x215
  • Vegetation: Wooded
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Conventional
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Owner

Property History for 1656 Merton Road Northeast

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 24, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1473072678

$1,899,000

+7.4% / yr

Aug 24, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #603856668

$1,420,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/24/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1473072678

$1,899,000

+7.4% / yr

08/24/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #603856668

$1,420,000

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

Public Records for 1656 Merton Road Northeast

Taxable ValueLand$145,080Additions$640,000Total$785,080
Tax Record2025$22,609 ($1,884 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,516 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,516 SqFtStories1Lot Size30,740 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952Year Renovated2000ZoningR3CountyFULTONAPN17 000300060211

Schools near 1656 Merton Road Northeast

This home is within Atlanta Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Morningside Elementary School
Public - K to 5
David T Howard Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Midtown High School
Public - 9 to 12
Hillside Conant School
Public - 1 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Morningside Elementary School
PublicK to 5

David T Howard Middle School
Public6 to 8

Midtown High School
Public9 to 12

Hillside Conant School
Public1 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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