$699,000
PENDING $26K PRICE DROP

1553 Congress Cir Atlanta, GA 30338

Estimated payment $4,388/month

Total Views 6,284
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,696 Sq Ft
$189 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Dunwoody Elementary School Rated A-
  • Ranch Style House
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

Welcome home to this beautifully remodeled brick ranch that blends timeless charm with modern luxury. Step into the renovated, designer kitchen featuring sleek quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a top-of-the-line gas range-perfect for the home chef. The open-concept dining area seamlessly flows into the kitchen and spacious living room, creating an inviting space for entertaining and everyday living. Gleaming hardwood floors adorn much of the main level, while new flooring adds a fresh touch to the expansive finished basement. A cozy, separate family room and a large, enclosed porch provide even more space to relax or gather. Step outside to the updated deck, which overlooks a serene and private backyard-ideal for morning coffee or evening get-togethers. The generously sized primary suite is designed with both style and functionality in mind, featuring two ample closets for exceptional storage. The completely renovated en-suite bath showcases a dual vanity, new flooring, and modern tile finishes, creating a sophisticated and serene space perfect for daily comfort and relaxation. The fully finished basement offers an incredible in-law suite complete with its own living room, kitchen, bedroom, full bathroom, private laundry area, and even a separate entrance with its own parking pad-perfect for guests, extended family, or rental income. You'll also find ample storage space in the large unfinished section of the basement, along with a dedicated workshop area for hobbies or DIY projects. Walking distance to Two Bridges Park, a 5-acre park featuring a splash pad, playground, and pavilions. Take advantage of the Georgetown Gateway Corridor, featuring scenic walking and biking paths that will seamlessly connect the Georgetown neighborhood to Brook Run Park, enhancing access to outdoor recreation and community amenities. Minutes away from the new High Street development with exciting dining and shopping options, Chamblee, and Brookhaven.

Listing Agent

Laura Green

Harry Norman Realtors License #373090 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Harry Norman Realtors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,947

Year Built

  • Built in 1963 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.56 Acre Lot
  • Privacy Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Factory Built Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Double Vanity

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Stubbed For A Bathroom
  • Natural lighting in basement

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Entrance

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Gas Grill

Schools

  • Dunwoody Elementary School
  • Peachtree Middle School
  • Dunwoody High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Georgetown Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,947

Year Built

Built in 1963 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1963
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Size Acres: .56
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: Other
  • Total Finished Area2: 3696
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Room
  • Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1556
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2140
  • Unfinished Below Grade Sq Ft: 622
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2140
  • Interior Amenities: Double Vanity
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Factory Built, Family Room, Gas Starter
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Price Per Square Foot: 189.123

Beds/Baths

  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Lower Level: 1
  • Bedroom Main Level: 4

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • ExteriorFeatures: Garden, Gas Grill
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced, Privacy
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Lot Features: Level, Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Street Lights

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dunwoody
  • High School: Dunwoody
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Peachtree
  • Middle School Bus: Yes
  • Elementary School: Dunwoody
  • Middle School: Peachtree
  • High School: Dunwoody

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 2

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6947

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,947 $246,640 $80,000 $166,640
2023 $6,947 $246,280 $80,000 $166,280
2022 $8,889 $215,920 $80,000 $135,920
2021 $7,721 $188,520 $80,000 $108,520
2020 $4,318 $152,040 $80,000 $72,040
2019 $4,351 $156,520 $80,000 $76,520
2018 $3,789 $138,080 $41,360 $96,720
2017 $4,508 $141,640 $41,360 $100,280
2016 $3,612 $125,160 $41,360 $83,800
2014 $3,682 $121,520 $41,360 $80,160
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Price Changed $699,000 -3.6% $189 / Sq Ft
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $725,000 +81.7% $196 / Sq Ft
04/29/2016 04/29/16 Sold $399,000 +2.6% $186 / Sq Ft
03/21/2016 03/21/16 Pending -- -- --
03/18/2016 03/18/16 For Sale $389,000 -- $182 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $399,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $250,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $100,000 New Conventional
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $20,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $319,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $252,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $225,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10560873

Georgia MLS

APN: 18-346-02-007