253 Sydney St SE Atlanta, GA 30312
Grant Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $13,014/month
Highlights
- City View
- Property is near public transit
- Wood Flooring
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- European Architecture
- Covered Patio or Porch
About This Home
GRANT MANOR
This Italianate style home was built in 1881 by Lemuel Grant, who is known for donating land to the city for Grant Park. The home sits on a beautiful corner lot of .91 acres which includes a total of five (5) tracts of land that have a skyline view of the city. (See enclosed descriptions and plat). It was constructed with two-foot thick masonry walls and has several nice porches. The interior masonry arches are a unique architectural feature resting on heart pine flooring. Fourteen and twelve foot ceilings, large windows and very large rooms are nice features as well. This lovely home could also be an event center or bed and breakfast with the correct zoning. The home has a former staff quarters attached to the main home with an enclosed breezeway. This part of the home could be finished into a separate living quarter with its own kitchen and bath or a commercial kitchen.There are restrictive covenants on the property to prevent it from being subdivided and is to be sold "AS IS". The seller intends to exchange its interest in the subject property for an interest in another like kind property according to Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code. The property is best accessed from 507 Hill Street, the drive area.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,515
Year Built
- Built in 1881 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.32 Acre Lot
- Front Yard Fenced and Back Yard
- Level Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- European Architecture
- Combination Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 4,400 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling height of 10 feet on the main level
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Fireplace Features Masonry
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Treatments
- Bay Window
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room with Fireplace
- 9 Fireplaces
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Wood Flooring
- City Views
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Laminate Countertops
- Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Home Security
- Closed Circuit Camera
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
- Property is near the Beltline
Schools
- Barack And Michelle Obama Academy Elementary School
- Martin L. King Jr. Middle School
Utilities
- Whole House Fan
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 110 Volts
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
Community Details
- Park
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $14,196 | $452,360 | $164,920 | $287,440 |
| 2023 | $18,262 | $441,120 | $164,920 | $276,200 |
| 2022 | $15,515 | $383,360 | $62,440 | $320,920 |
| 2021 | $13,323 | $328,880 | $81,000 | $247,880 |
| 2020 | $12,719 | $310,480 | $54,040 | $256,440 |
| 2019 | $492 | $283,280 | $33,640 | $249,640 |
| 2018 | $11,453 | $276,640 | $32,880 | $243,760 |
| 2017 | $7,992 | $185,040 | $25,200 | $159,840 |
| 2016 | $8,012 | $185,040 | $25,200 | $159,840 |
| 2015 | $8,033 | $185,040 | $25,200 | $159,840 |
| 2014 | $8,390 | $185,040 | $25,200 | $159,840 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Price Changed | $2,200,000 | -97.8% | $500 / Sq Ft |
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | For Sale | $100,000,000 | -- | $22,727 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $550,000 | -- |
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
MLS Number: 7560287
APN: 14-0053-0009-095-8
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