1978 Butler Way Northwest

Description
Step onto the inviting front porch and into a spacious living room filled with warmth and personality—soaring ceilings, gleaming refinished heart-of-pine hardwood floors, and a special gas fireplace that immediately sets the tone. Freshly painted inside and out, the home feels bright, polished and completely move-in ready.
The beautifully renovated...Welcome to magical, historic Whittier Mill, where this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends modern updates with the kind of character you just can’t recreate.
Step onto the inviting front porch and into a spacious living room filled with warmth and personality—soaring ceilings, gleaming refinished heart-of-pine hardwood floors, and a special gas fireplace that immediately sets the tone. Freshly painted inside and out, the home feels bright, polished and completely move-in ready.
The beautifully renovated kitchen features granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, and plenty of space to cook and gather. The oversized primary bedroom is spacious, while the secondary bedroom is made extra special with incredible built-in bookshelves.
Throughout the home, you’ll find thoughtful details that celebrate its history—from reclaimed antique doors to doorknobs that feel like they could tell stories from 100 years ago. There’s even a dedicated laundry closet, a rare and practical bonus for this floor plan.
Out back, a huge deck—partially covered for year-round enjoyment—overlooks the large, fully fenced backyard. A matching detached shed with electricity offers endless possibilities as a workshop, studio, home office or the perfect “she shed.” A pea-gravel parking pad adds easy off-street parking, while the level, fenced yard offers plenty of room for gardening, play, pets or simply relaxing outside.
Just steps away is beloved Whittier Mill Park, known for its green space, playground and historic ruins, with access to trails along the Chattahoochee River. Nearby, the historic Old Brick Company site is being transformed into a riverfront park, bringing even more trails, green space and connection to this already special pocket of Atlanta.
And while Whittier Mill feels tucked away like its own little village, you’re still incredibly connected to the city. Bellwood Coffee, Westside Provisions, Star Provisions, Atlantic Station, the Battery, Silver Comet Trail and favorite local spots are all within easy reach, along with Westside Reservoir Park, Midtown, the airport and major highways.
This is more than a house—it’s a home rooted in history, shaped by care and surrounded by a community that feels personal and timeless. A place where the past is honored, the present is beautifully lived, and the future unfolds gracefully. Urban convenience wrapped in storybook charm.
Location
Sold By Dorsey Alston Realtors, Austin R Landers
$2,597 per month
30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest
$2,002
$595
$0
Property Information for 1978 Butler Way Northwest
Property Details
- Taxes: $7,139 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Fulton County
- Subdivision Complex: Whittier Mill Village
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Exterior: Private Yard
- Parking Features: Level Driveway, On Street, Parking Pad
- Property Attached: No
- Waterfront Features: None
Building Information
- Stories: 1
- Year Built: 1896
- Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,207 SF
Summary
- Community Features: Dog Park, Near Beltline, Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground
- Directions: Use GPS
- Lake Name: None
- View: Neighborhood
- Coordinates: -84.482384, 33.809668
- Parcel Number: 17 025600010855
- Tax Year: 2025
- Master Association Fee: $.00
- HOA Rent Restrictions: No
- Association: No
- Tax Legal Description: Attached.
- Elementary School: Bolton Academy
- High School: North Atlanta
- Middle School: Willis A. Sutton
- Virtual Tour Link PP: https://www.propertypanorama.com/1978-Butler-Way-NW-Atlanta-GA-30318/unbranded
- Open Parking: Yes
Agent
- Concessions Amt: $10,500.00
Interior and Exterior Features
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating: Central
- Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Fireplace Features: Decorative, Gas Log
- # of Fireplaces: 3
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Interior Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet
- Levels/Stories: One
- Other Equipment: None
- Window Features: None
- Bedroom Features: Master on Main, Oversized Master
- Diningroom Features: Open Concept
- Kitchen Features: Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
- Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
- Foundation: None
- Main Bedrooms: 2
- Total Half Baths: 0
- Bathrooms Total Interger: 1
- Main Full Baths: 1
- Additional Rooms: Bedroom, Family Room, Library
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
- Accessibility Features: None
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding
- Dock: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Horse Amenities: None
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
- Pool Features: None
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
- Roof Type: Composition, Shingle
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Spa Features: None
- Laundry Features: In Hall, Laundry Closet, Main Level
- Pool Private: No
- Road Frontage Type: Private Road
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
- Water Source: Public
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
- Home Warranty: No
- Property Condition: Resale
- Possession: Negotiable
- Green Energy Efficient: None
- Green Energy Generation: None
- SqFt Source: Public Records
- Square Footage: 1368.0
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Lot Features: Back Yard
- Acreage Source: Public Records
Rental
- Terms: Conventional
- Land Lease: No
- Occupant Types: Vacant
Property History for 1978 Butler Way Northwest
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2005 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #308402704 | $228,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/25/2005 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #308402704 | $228,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public records
1978 Butler Way Northwest
Beds
2Baths
1Total Finished SqFt
1,368 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt
1,368 SqFtStories
1Lot Size
6,207 SqFtSchools near 1978 Butler Way Northwest
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | K to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bolton Academy PublicPK to 5 | ||
Sutton Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
North Atlanta High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Westside Atlanta Charter School CharterK to 8 |
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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