This delightful 1920's Historic Druid Hills home exudes timeless charm and character. Period architectural details are in every room; crown moldings and millwork, 4 fireplaces, built-in bookcases, transom windows, original French doors, porches, spacious rooms, shining hardwood floors, and windows galore bring natural light into the whole home! All with a perfect open flow. The lush landscaping on this just shy of an acre property creates privacy and beauty. From the inviting sweeping front porch, you enter the wide-open foyer with a grand staircase. The formal dining room seats 12. The spacious fireside formal living room has 2 sets of French doors leading to a cozy sunroom. The comfortable large family room leads to the breakfast room and kitchen. The kitchen has white cabinets, marble and granite countertops, a breakfast bar and period built-ins. Off the breakfast room and kitchen, you will find an expansive rear deck spanning the full length of the home offering relaxing spaces for lounging dining and entertaining amidst a backdrop of climbing jasmine plants, creating a private oasis. The upstairs features three secondary bedrooms and two secondary full bathrooms. One of the secondary bedrooms is a converted sleeping porch with permanent stairs to a This delightful 1920's Historic Druid Hills home exudes timeless charm and character. Period architectural details are in every room; crown moldings and millwork, 4 fireplaces, built-in bookcases, transom windows, original French doors, porches, spacious rooms, shining hardwood floors, and windows galore bring natural light into the whole home! All with a perfect open flow. The lush landscaping on this just shy of an acre property creates privacy and beauty. From the inviting sweeping front porch, you enter the wide-open foyer with a grand staircase. The formal dining room seats 12. The spacious fireside formal living room has 2 sets of French doors leading to a cozy sunroom. The comfortable large family room leads to the breakfast room and kitchen. The kitchen has white cabinets, marble and granite countertops, a breakfast bar and period built-ins. Off the breakfast room and kitchen, you will find an expansive rear deck spanning the full length of the home offering relaxing spaces for lounging dining and entertaining amidst a backdrop of climbing jasmine plants, creating a private oasis. The upstairs features three secondary bedrooms and two secondary full bathrooms. One of the secondary bedrooms is a converted sleeping porch with permanent stairs to a "secret" finished room in the attic-a perfect hideaway for a playroom or an arts & crafts studio. The oversized primary suite boasts a sitting area, fireplace, dressing room and custom walk-in closet, while the primary bathroom features a double vanity, separate soaking tub, and shower. In the basement you will find finished and unfinished areas, including a powder room, mudroom with laundry, and ample storage with interior and exterior entrances for convenience. Outside, the driveway leads to multiple parking options, including a parking pad for two in the front for guests. Once you pass through the electric gate, there is a carport and a second parking pad for two and a two-car garage-carriage house. The recently renovated carriage house studio blends modern comforts with historic charm. An open living-dining-working space, full modern kitchen, full bathroom and a sleeping loft combined with reclaimed heart of pine countertops & heart of pine floors. The carriage house has amazing natural light and beautiful views of the backyard. The park-like backyard is full of mature landscaping with Japanese Maples, redwoods, Ginkgo trees, a hemlock grove, sugar maple, a pollinator garden and more. A truly special place to call home!
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$1,915,000
1381 N Decatur Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
5beds
5,393sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.9 Acres Lot
$1,913,100 Zestimate®
$355/sqft
$7,875 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 24, 2025 at 09:25am
Listed by:
Sherry Warner 404-784-8848,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Kay Goldstein 404-892-4096,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Katina Asbell, 201432
Atlanta Fine Homes - Sotheby's Int'l
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10381878

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Dining room
- Features: Seats 12+, Separate Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Kitchen Island, Second Kitchen
Heating
- Floor Furnace, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Mud Room
Features
- Bookcases, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Masonry, Other
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,393
- Total interior livable area: 5,393 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,941
- Finished area below ground: 452
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Carport, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Parking Pad, Side/Rear Entrance
- Has garage: Yes
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Fenced
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.90 Acres
- Features: Level, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 18 054 04 011
- Special conditions: Historic
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Gated Community
Community
- Community features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Public Transport, Walk To Schools, Near Shopping
Location
- Region: Atlanta
- Subdivision: Druid Hills
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Services availability

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Estimated market value
$1,913,100