296 Thornton St SW

Atlanta, GA 30315

$160,000
Price
3
Beds
988 Sq. Ft.
$162 / Sq. Ft.
988
Sq. Ft.
$162
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to 296 Thornton Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30315 — a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering space, flexibility, and opportunity in a rapidly evolving Southwest Atlanta location. An inviting front porch sets the tone, perfect for morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. Inside, the home has been recently remodeled and provides a solid foundation for personalization, making it ideal for an owner-occupant looking to add finishing touches or an investor seeking value and upside. The functional...Welcome to 296 Thornton Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30315 — a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering space, flexibility, and opportunity in a rapidly evolving Southwest Atlanta location. An inviting front porch sets the tone, perfect for morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. Inside, the home has been recently remodeled and provides a solid foundation for personalization, making it ideal for an owner-occupant looking to add finishing touches or an investor seeking value and upside. The functional layout flows seamlessly to the outdoors, where a spacious private backyard and back deck/patio create the perfect setting for entertaining, gardening, or future expansion. No HOA and no rental restrictions offer exceptional freedom—whether you’re planning a long-term residence, short-term rental, or buy-and-hold investment. The property is being sold as-is, presenting a rare opportunity to build equity while customizing to your vision. Conveniently located near major transportation routes, this home offers easy access to Downtown Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, and nearby shopping and dining. Enjoy proximity to local parks and green spaces, with future connectivity to the Atlanta BeltLine’s expanding Southwest Trail adding even more long-term appeal and growth potential. A versatile opportunity in a high-demand area—don’t miss your chance to secure space, freedom, and value in the heart of Southwest Atlanta. All offers must be entered through propoffers website, "subject to seller addendum" $200.00 (plus sales tax, where
applicable) Pyramid Platform Technology Fee will be paid from the Listing Broker at closing. $200.00 (plus sales tax, where
applicable) Offer Management Fee will be paid by the Buyer's Broker at closing. Subject to seller addendum - For financed offers EMD to be 1% or $1000 whichever is
greater and for cash offers EMD to be 5% or $5000 whichever is greater. - All offers are subject to OFAC clearance. Sold AS-IS with NO Seller Disclosure Statement
  1. Listed by ELENA GIST • Keller Williams Buckhead • 404-604-3800

Property Details for 296 Thornton Street Southwest

Subdivision Complex
Joylan Park
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Exterior
Private Yard
Parking Features
On Street, Parking Pad
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING UPDATED: 04/08/2026 04:31 PM

Property Details for 296 Thornton Street Southwest

StatusActive
MLS #7701946
Days on Market94
Taxes$5,060 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF
CountyFulton County
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Location

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Building Information for 296 Thornton Street Southwest

Stories1Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF

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$1,227 per month

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Principal and Interest

$806

Property Taxes

$422

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Property Information for 296 Thornton Street Southwest

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Near Public Transport, Sidewalks
  • Directions: please use GPS for driving directions
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Coordinates: -84.398661, 33.711583
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 14 007200030084
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: 14-0072-0003-008-4
School Information
  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route High: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Thomas Heathe Slater
  • High School: G.W. Carver
  • Middle School: Camp Creek
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet
  • Levels/Stories: One
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main, Roommate Floor Plan
  • Diningroom Features: Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets White
  • Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
  • Foundation: See Remarks
  • 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: Frame
  • Fencing: None
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Other
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Other
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Underground Utilities,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 110 Volts
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Proposed Financing: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Other
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 988.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Lot Features: Back Yard
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Vacant

Property History for 296 Thornton Street Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 5, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914625599

$171,000

+18.0% / yr

Dec 7, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1502993255

$110,000—
Oct 6, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474152795

$110,000

+34.2% / yr

Jun 28, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #626631700

$42,000

+39.2% / yr

Aug 7, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #371293472

$6,000

-7.7% / yr

Jul 23, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #276330229

$7,650—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/05/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914625599

$171,000

+18.0% / yr

12/07/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1502993255

$110,000
10/06/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474152795

$110,000

+34.2% / yr

06/28/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #626631700

$42,000

+39.2% / yr

08/07/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #371293472

$6,000

-7.7% / yr

07/23/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #276330229

$7,650

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

Public Records for 296 Thornton Street Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$17,280Additions$106,400Total$123,680
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt988 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt988 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,966 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated2018ZoningR4ACountyFULTONAPN14 007200030084

Schools near 296 Thornton Street Southwest

This home is within Atlanta Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Slater Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Price Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Carver High School
Public - 9 to 12
Early College High School At Carver
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Slater Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Price 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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More information about 296 Thornton Street Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30315

296 Thornton Street Southwest is a single family home for sale in Atlanta, GA 30315. This property was listed for sale on January 9, 2026 by Keller Williams Buckhead, it's currently listed at $160,000. It has been on the market for a total of 94 days and was last sold on August 5, 2025. This listing's school district is Atlanta Public Schools. Nearby schools include Slater Elementary School, Price Middle School and Carver High School. 296 Thornton Street Southwest is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 988 sqft single family home built in 1951.

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