NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3948 Old Lantern Dr Lithonia, GA 30038

Lithonia Area

Estimated Value: $288,000 - $298,101

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,082 Sq Ft
$141/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 22, 2026

Last sale price $295,000 $142 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $2,139 / mo

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City View
  • High Ceiling
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Double Vanity

About This Home

As of April 2026

This beautifully updated home offers the following recent improvements and features: * Brand-new roof * New HVAC system * Waterproofed basement * New interior and exterior paint * New carpet * Stylish LVP flooring throughout * Completely renovated kitchen with new cabinetry, countertops, and stainless-steel appliances * Spacious family room with fireplace and abundant natural light * Dining area overlooking private wooded backyard * Newly built deck ideal for relaxing or entertaining * Comfortable upstairs bedrooms with fresh finishes * Waterproofed basement providing added peace of mind and potential for storage or future expansion

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beatriz Barbosa

Fathom Realty GA, LLC License #397562 Listed on: 02/18/2026

Fathom Realty GA, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Glenda Broker

Non-Mls Company

Range of Values:

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,275

Year Built

  • Built in 1999 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 21,344 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Rear Stairs
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Carpet
  • City Views
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Schools

  • Browns Mill Elementary School
  • Salem Middle School
  • Martin Luther King Jr High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,275

Year Built

Built in 1999 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0.49 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1999
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Financing Type: VA
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Lot Size Acres: .49
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Rear Stairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area

Beds/Baths

  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Other, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: Other
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: City
  • Waterfront Features: No Dock Or Boathouse

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Other
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Browns Mill
  • High School: Martin Luther King Jr
  • Middle School: Salem

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6275

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 5, 2023
Closed on
Nov 10, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Charles Staples
Lee Staples Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Tonia Simmonsia
EasyStreet Realty Georgia
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,900
-20.42%
Views
453
Current Estimated Value
$294,025

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$119,025
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 2012
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$136,000
Interest Rate
4.94%
Mortgage Type
Trade

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,765
Interest Rate
8.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Lithonia, GA

  • Kathy Lane Real Estate Agent - Century 21 Crowe Realty

    Kathy Lane

    Century 21 Crowe Realty

    (770) 691-0230

    78 Total Sales

    4 in Lithonia

    $155K - $299K Price Range

    Kathy Lane
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  • Meka Wilson Real Estate Agent - Keller Wms Re Atl Midtown

    Meka Wilson

    Keller Wms Re Atl Midtown

    (754) 666-8607

    72 Total Sales

    3 in Lithonia

    $164K - $325K Price Range

    Meka Wilson
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  • Steven Freeman Real Estate Agent - Real Broker, LLC

    Steven Freeman

    Real Broker, LLC

    (770) 691-0861

    154 Total Sales

    1 in Lithonia

    $445,000 Price

    Steven Freeman
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  • Kinser Euler Real Estate Agent - EXIT Grassroots Realty

    Kinser Euler

    EXIT Grassroots Realty

    (888) 483-5885

    79 Total Sales

    2 in Lithonia

    $363,400 Price Range

    Kinser Euler
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  • The Joe Carbone Team Real Estate Agent - Compass

    The Joe Carbone Team

    Compass

    (470) 491-1017

    405 Total Sales

    4 in Lithonia

    $88K - $315K Price Range

    The Joe Carbone Team
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  • Jessica Diaz Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Realty

    Jessica Diaz

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (888) 515-1047

    62 Total Sales

    4 in Lithonia

    $128K - $139K Price Range

    Jessica Diaz
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$175,000 --
-- --
$148,000 --
$140,000 --
$189,000 --
$195,621 --
-- --
$150,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $136,000
Previous Owner $135,765
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/22/2026 04/22/26 Sold $295,000 -1.3% $142 / Sq Ft
03/24/2026 03/24/26 Pending -- -- --
02/18/2026 02/18/26 For Sale $299,000 +70.9% $144 / Sq Ft
11/10/2023 11/10/23 Sold $175,000 -20.4% $84 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/27/2023 10/27/23 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2023 10/05/23 For Sale $219,900 -- $106 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Tax History

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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 $6,275 $129,840 $20,000 $109,840
2024 $3,581 $70,000 $2,840 $67,160
2023 $3,581 $103,520 $4,400 $99,120
2022 $4,928 $103,880 $4,400 $99,480
2021 $3,657 $73,800 $4,400 $69,400
2020 $3,106 $62,080 $4,400 $57,680
2019 $1,867 $55,640 $4,400 $51,240
2018 $1,678 $50,840 $4,400 $46,440
2017 $1,721 $49,720 $4,400 $45,320
2016 $1,540 $52,520 $4,400 $48,120
2014 $651 $19,720 $4,360 $15,360
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Beatriz Barbosa Real Estate Agent - Fathom Realty GA, LLC

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Beatriz Barbosa

    Fathom Realty GA, LLC

    (470) 337-2099

    23 Total Sales

    Beatriz Barbosa
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  • Glenda Broker Real Estate Agent - Non-Mls Company

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Glenda Broker

    Non-Mls Company

    (800) 289-1214

    Glenda Broker
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  • Charles Staples Real Estate Agent - Lee Staples Realty, Inc.

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Charles Staples

    Lee Staples Realty, Inc.

    (470) 447-3574

    91 Total Sales

    Charles Staples
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Tonia Simmonsia

    EasyStreet Realty Georgia

    (770) 369-1877

    34 Total Sales

    Tonia Simmonsia
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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10694497

Georgia MLS

APN: 16-014-01-011

Georgia DeKalb County Lithonia 30038

3948 Old Lantern Dr, Lithonia, GA

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