1381 N Decatur Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

$1,995,000 Asking Price

5 beds
6 baths
5,393  sqft
Built in 1920

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!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Bookcases, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater
Laundry:
In Basement, Mud Room
Basement:
Finished Bath, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Flooring:
Carpet, Hardwood
A/C:
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Zoned
Heating:
true, Floor Furnace, Natural Gas, Zoned
Fireplace:
Living Room, Masonry, Other, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 4

Exterior

General:
Sprinkler System, Garage(s)
Style:
Traditional
Parking:
Carport, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Parking Pad, Side/Rear Entrance, Parking spaces: 7

Construction

Roofing:
Composition
General:
Wood Siding, Two

Location

HOA Amenities:
0.0
Originating MLS:
Georgia MLS 2
County:
DeKalb

Lot

Zoning:
18 054 04 011
Fencing:
Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Electricity on Property
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Georgia MLS 2

This listing courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Realty, Sherry Warner

About Atlanta, GA

Housing

Number of Units
517,940
Median Home Value
$387,201
Median Rent
$1,151

54.70% of housing units are renter occupied.

9.59% are vacant.

Commute

Car
52.29%
Public Transportation
6.55%
Walk to Work
2.19%
Work from Home
37.45%
Other
1.03%

The median travel time to work is 19 minutes.

People

Population
1,042,237
Median Age
36.10
Median Household Size
2.33

Education

High School
16.96%
Associate’s Degree
5.82%
Bachelor’s Degree
31.69%
Graduate Degree
24.29%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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