NOT LISTED FOR SALE

278 S Howard St SE Unit 8 Atlanta, GA 30317

East Lake Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $640,000 - $688,634

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,006 Sq Ft
$329/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 24, 2015

Last sale price $305,000 $152 Per Sq Ft

Est. 117% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,080/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is walking distance to MARTA
  • Den
  • Storm Windows
  • Great Room
  • Exercise Course
  • Intercom

About This Home

As of July 2015

This beautifully renovated, all brick bungalow is A MUST SEE! The 3bdr/2ba is nestled on a large corner lot. A huge master suite includes a separate sitting area and rare oversized closet which could be converted to a 4th bdr or office. Enjoy an open floor plan, eat-in kitchen, separate living room, family room, keeping rm, separate laundry room and new deck! Highlights include original dark hardwood floors, flush ceiling speakers, surround sound, stainless steel appliances, granite, crown molding and recessed lighting. Property offers a rare separate space with electricity for potential workshop, garage or possible RENTAL space. GREAT location in a very hot and sought-after neighborhood. DON'T MISS OUT!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Will Melton

Keller Williams Realty License #285061 Listed on: 06/15/2015

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Conner Allred

Bolst, Inc. License #245218

Bolst, Inc.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Other

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,868

Year Built

  • 1950

Lot Details

  • 1,307

Interior Spaces

  • 2,006 Sq Ft Home
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Den
  • Crawl Space

Home Security

  • Intercom
  • Alarm System
  • Storm Windows
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Location

  • Property is walking distance to MARTA
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Toomer / Atlanta City / Dekalb County Elementary School
  • Mcnair / Dekalb / Dekalb County Middle School
  • Mcnair / Dekalb / Dekalb County High School

Utilities

  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Community Playground
  • Exercise Course
  • Park

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,868

Year Built

1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1950

Interior Features

  • Fireplace(s): 1, In Living Room
  • Basement: Crawlspace
  • Equipment: Burglar Alarm, Smoke/Fire Alarm, Intercom/Radio
  • Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Built-In Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Cable In Street, Cable TV Connections, Vaulted Ceilings, Ceilings 9 Ft Plus, Double Vanity, Hardwood Floors, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Recently Renovated, Tile Bath, Tile Floors, Walk-in Closet, Wall-to-wall Carpet
  • Laundry Location: Kitchen Area
  • Laundry Type: Room
  • Kitchen / Breakfast: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Solid Surface Counters
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2006

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick 4 Sided
  • Exterior Features: Deck/Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Workshop
  • Roof Type: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: 2 Car, 3 Car Or More, Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central
  • Heating Fuel: Gas
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Energy Features: Storm Windows, Gas Water Heater
  • Water/Sewer: Public Water, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Park, Physical Fit Facilities, Playground, Street Lights, Walk To Marta, Walk To Schools, Walk To Shopping

Schools

  • Elementary School: Toomer / Atlanta City / Dekalb County, GA
  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes
  • High School: Mcnair / Dekalb / Dekalb County, GA
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Mcnair / Dekalb / Dekalb County, GA
  • Middle School Bus: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Corner, Level Lot, Private Backyard
  • Lot Size: 1/3 - 1/2 Acre

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 15, 2015
Closed on
Jul 24, 2015
Sold by
Williams Earl
Bought by
Abreu Melissa
Seller's Agent
Will Melton
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Conner Allred
Bolst, Inc.
List Price
$319,500
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,500
-4.54%
Current Estimated Value
$660,409

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$355,409
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.76%
Original Mortgage
$232,000
Outstanding Balance
$184,996
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$465,037

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2015
Sold by
Williams James
Bought by
Williams Earl

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,200
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 2004
Sold by
Riggens Ernest and Riggens Ediie M
Bought by
Williams James
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Abreu Melissa $305,000 --
Williams Earl $264,000 --
Williams James $165,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Abreu Melissa $232,000
Previous Owner Williams Earl $211,200
Previous Owner Williams James $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/24/2015 07/24/15 Sold $305,000 -4.5% $152 / Sq Ft
06/21/2015 06/21/15 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2015 06/15/15 For Sale $319,500 -- $159 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $5,868 $209,600 $58,600 $151,000
2023 $5,868 $196,960 $58,600 $138,360
2022 $5,091 $177,120 $40,000 $137,120
2021 $4,919 $169,640 $40,000 $129,640
2020 $4,478 $150,320 $40,000 $110,320
2019 $4,099 $135,400 $12,000 $123,400
2018 $3,122 $124,400 $12,000 $112,400
2017 $3,766 $115,840 $12,000 $103,840
2016 $4,379 $90,680 $12,000 $78,680
2014 -- $45,560 $12,000 $33,560
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Will Melton

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Will Melton

    Keller Williams Realty

    (770) 656-4104

    50 Total Sales

    Will Melton
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  • Conner Allred

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Conner Allred

    Bolst, Inc.

    (404) 245-1862

    39 Total Sales

    Conner Allred
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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 07471837

Georgia MLS

APN: 15-179-11-014

Georgia DeKalb County Atlanta 30317 East Lake

278 S Howard St SE Unit 8, Atlanta, GA

This home is located at 278 S Howard St SE Unit 8, Atlanta, GA 30317 since 15 June 2015 and is currently estimated at $660,409, approximately $329 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 278 S Howard St SE Unit 8 is a home located in DeKalb County with nearby schools including McNair Middle School, McNair High School, and Ivy Preparatory Academy School.

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