NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 Sisson Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30317

Kirkwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $636,000 - $691,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,602 Sq Ft
$412/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 21, 2021

Last sale price $585,000 $365 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,090/month

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open-Concept Dining Room
  • Property is walking distance to MARTA
  • Stone Countertops
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Open to Family Room

About This Home

As of December 2021

WELCOME HOME to an amazing renovated, post-war bungalow in the heart of Kirkwood! This beautiful home is loaded with character & charm featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 luxurious bathrooms, light-soaked beautifully renovated open living spaces, a gorgeous chef's kitchen with island & breakfast bar, a spacious master suite with a brilliantly renovated bathroom, and a large fenced-in backyard. Conveniently located on one of Kirkwood’s most tranquil streets while being just steps away from Bessie Branham Park, Hawk Hollow, East Lake Marta, Oakhurst Village, and downtown Kirkwood; this location cannot be beat! Brilliant!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jonathan Rich

Keller Knapp License #341166 Listed on: 11/04/2021

Keller Knapp

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Klausman

Maximum One Executive Realtors License #404425

Maximum One Executive Realtors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 125 x 50
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,602 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Open-Concept Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Shower Only

Parking

  • Parking Pad
  • Driveway Level

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Rear Porch

Location

  • Property is walking distance to MARTA

Schools

  • Fred A. Toomer Elementary School
  • Martin L. King Jr. Middle School
  • Maynard Jackson High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 15 212 03 158

Community Details

Overview

  • Kirkwood Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Park
  • Dog Park
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

4,356 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Levels Stories: One
  • Special Features: None

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Double Vanity, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Living Room
  • Dining Room Features: Open Concept
  • Square Footage: 1602.00
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: None

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Main Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Main Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower Only

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Privacy, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Rear Porch
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard
  • Foundation: Block

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Level Driveway, Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Electric: None

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Dog Park, Near Marta, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Street Lights
  • Subdivision Complex: Kirkwood

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1000
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private
  • Lot Dimensions: 125 x 50
  • Parcel Number: 15 212 03 158
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Land Lease: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Green Features

  • Green Energy Generation: None

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 51.00
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Fred A. Toomer
  • High School: Maynard Jackson
  • Middle School: Martin L. King Jr.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 4, 2021
Closed on
Dec 21, 2021
Sold by
Berndt Charles
Bought by
Whitley George W and Whitley Jennifer B
Seller's Agent
Jonathan Rich
Keller Knapp
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Klausman
Maximum One Executive Realtors
List Price
$624,900
Sold Price
$585,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-6.39%
Current Estimated Value
$659,364

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$74,364
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.86%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2014
Closed on
Dec 12, 2014
Sold by
Sagen Jeremy
Bought by
Berndt Charles and Berndt Jessica
Seller's Agent
CHRYS MARTIN
March Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tom Trimble
Keller Knapp
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$206,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-8.44%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.01%
Original Mortgage
$277,889
Interest Rate
4.07%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2008
Sold by
Rivera-Smith Rachel
Bought by
Sagen Jeremy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$212,662
Interest Rate
5.84%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 1999
Sold by
Demorest Lawrie E
Bought by
Rivera Rachel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,000
Interest Rate
7.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Whitley George W $585,000 --
Berndt Charles $206,000 --
Sagen Jeremy $216,000 --
Rivera Rachel $160,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Berndt Charles $277,889
Previous Owner Sagen Jeremy $212,662
Previous Owner Rivera Rachel $152,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/21/2021 12/21/21 Sold $585,000 -6.4% $365 / Sq Ft
12/13/2021 12/13/21 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2021 12/10/21 For Sale $624,900 0.0% $390 / Sq Ft
12/03/2021 12/03/21 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2021 11/12/21 Price Changed $624,900 -3.8% $390 / Sq Ft
11/04/2021 11/04/21 For Sale $649,900 +215.5% $406 / Sq Ft
12/12/2014 12/12/14 Sold $206,000 -8.4% $197 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/12/2014 11/12/14 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2014 05/10/14 For Sale $225,000 -- $215 / Sq Ft
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

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
2025 -- $251,040 $55,680 $195,360
2024 -- $243,000 $55,680 $187,320
2023 $6,456 $242,880 $55,680 $187,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jonathan Rich

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jonathan Rich

    Keller Knapp

    (770) 402-3957

    37 in this area

    231 Total Sales

    Jonathan Rich
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Lisa Klausman

    Maximum One Executive Realtors

    (205) 767-6020

    1 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Lisa Klausman
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    CHRYS MARTIN

    March Real Estate

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  • Tom Trimble

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Tom Trimble

    Keller Knapp

    (404) 513-8828

    69 Total Sales

    Tom Trimble
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Map

Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 6966704

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 15-212-03-158

Georgia DeKalb County Atlanta 30317 Kirkwood

159 Sisson Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

Not Listed for Sale

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