$1,195,000
SOLD JAN 23, 2025

3957 Lake Forrest Dr NE Atlanta, GA 30342

Chastain Park Neighborhood
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,122 Sq Ft
0.75 Acres

Recently Sold

$383 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Gated Community
  • Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
  • Jackson Elementary School Rated A
  • City View
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of January 2025

The Perfect Chastain Park ranch with modern updates and cozy charm! This beautifully renovated home sits on a privately gated .75-acre lot +/- across from the 14th tee box of Chastain Park Golf Course, offering direct access to the park's trails, golf course, amphitheater, and amenities. Inside, the floor plan boasts natural light, vaulted shiplap ceilings, hardwood floors, and fireplaces that add warmth to the multiple living areas. The updated kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and family rooms, creating the perfect space for gatherings. The renovated master suite is a tranquil retreat with vaulted ceilings, a marble bath, built in closets and a luxurious steam shower. Two additional bedrooms, a Jack-and-Jill bath, a screened porch, and a half bath complete the main level. The terrace level provides a second family room, a full kitchen, a guest bedroom/office with a full bath, and ample storage, including a workshop and expansion potential. This home offers comfort, style, and unbeatable proximity to one of Atlanta's most treasured parks at an incredible value!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Bairstow

Atlanta Fine Homes - Sotheby's Int'l License #364090 Listed on: 12/20/2024

Atlanta Fine Homes - Sotheby's Int'l

Co-Listed By

Elizabeth Bairstow

Atlanta Fine Homes - Sotheby's Int'l License #368392

Last Buyer's Agent

Glenda Broker

Non-Mls Company

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,130

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 0.75 Acre Lot
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • 2-Story Property
  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,122 Sq Ft Home
  • Bookcases
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • City Views
  • Laundry in Hall

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Double Vanity

Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • Garage
  • Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
  • Drive Under Main Level

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Jackson Elementary School
  • Sutton Middle School
  • North Atlanta High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Chastain Park Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,130

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Brick 4 Side, Ranch
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Co List Office: ATFH01
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: .75
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 3122
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room Features: Seats 12+, Separate Room
  • Basement: Concrete, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Partial
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 3122
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3122
  • Interior Amenities: Bookcases, Double Vanity, In-Law Floorplan, Master On Main Level, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Family Room, Gas Log, Masonry
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Pantry, Second Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters
  • Price Per Square Foot: 382.767

Beds/Baths

  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Lower Level: 1
  • Bedroom Main Level: 3

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Garden
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: Level, Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Screened
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: City

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Basement, Garage, Side/Rear Entrance

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Hall
  • Security Features: Gated Community
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Gated, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Walk To Schools, Walk To Shopping

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Jackson
  • High School: North Atlanta
  • High School Bus: No
  • Middle School: Sutton
  • Middle School Bus: No
  • Elementary School: Jackson
  • Middle School: Sutton
  • High School: North Atlanta

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 2

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11130

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 20, 2024
Closed on
Jan 23, 2025
Sold by
Crews Chad Gibson
Bought by
Letzer Chandler Cougill and Letzer Edward William
Seller's Agent
Robert Bairstow
Atlanta Fine Homes - Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Glenda Broker
Non-Mls Company
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,195,000
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
$1,242,656

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$47,656
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.47%
Original Mortgage
$895,000
Outstanding Balance
$891,179
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$275,434

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 29, 2020
Closed on
Aug 12, 2020
Sold by
Sinkler Arthur B
Bought by
Crews Chad Gibson and Crews Kathryn
Seller's Agent
Susan Wooller
Harry Norman Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Robert Bairstow
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
List Price
$839,000
Sold Price
$835,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.48%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.39%
Original Mortgage
$510,400
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 1997
Sold by
Kern Julie L
Bought by
Sinkler Arthur B and Sinkler Allison

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$214,600
Interest Rate
7.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,195,000 --
Warranty Deed $835,000 --
Deed $272,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $895,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $510,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $157,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $214,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/23/2025 01/23/25 Sold $1,195,000 0.0% $383 / Sq Ft
12/20/2024 12/20/24 For Sale $1,195,000 +43.1% $383 / Sq Ft
08/12/2020 08/12/20 Sold $835,000 -0.5% $434 / Sq Ft
07/03/2020 07/03/20 Pending -- -- --
06/29/2020 06/29/20 For Sale $839,000 -- $436 / 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
2025 $8,771 $423,760 $279,680 $144,080
2023 $8,771 $313,840 $152,880 $160,960
2022 $9,300 $272,520 $123,600 $148,920
2021 $9,365 $280,600 $138,520 $142,080
2020 $7,664 $256,000 $160,000 $96,000
2019 $520 $385,360 $248,520 $136,840
2018 $8,352 $248,560 $108,640 $139,920
2017 $6,494 $181,920 $81,840 $100,080
2016 $6,488 $181,920 $81,840 $100,080
2015 $7,115 $181,920 $81,840 $100,080
2014 $6,317 $169,200 $76,120 $93,080
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10429742

Georgia MLS

APN: 17-0096-0006-023-5