$264,000
$6K PRICE DROP

485 Lantern Wood Dr Scottdale, GA 30079

Estimated payment $1,931/month

Total Views 7,426
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,560 Sq Ft
$169 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Druid Hills High School Rated A-
  • End Unit
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

Affordable Short Sale - Must Sell in 14 Days! - Perfect for first-time buyers, students, nurses, doctors, and law enforcement - this spacious 2 bed, 2.5 bath home features a smart roommate-style layout, giving each bedroom its own private full bath, plus a guest half-bath downstairs. ~ The HVAC system is leased, but the seller is open to paying it off at closing with the right offer-giving you peace of mind and full ownership from day one. ~ While the carpet needs a little TLC, the home is priced to sell at just $264,000, making it a great value for anyone looking to build equity. -- First-time home buyer? You may qualify for 100% down payment assistance-let me help you get into your first home with little to no money down! ~ Private bathrooms for each bedroom ~ Great layout for roommates or guests ~ Ideal for professionals and students ~ HVAC payoff negotiable at closing ~ Short sale = motivated seller = great deal -- Don't wait - this opportunity expires in 14 days! Let's make it yours!

Listing Agent

Constance Benson

Virtual Properties Realty.com License #371059 Listed on: 02/12/2025

Virtual Properties Realty.com

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,840

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 871 Sq Ft Lot
  • End Unit
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence

HOA Fees

  • $153 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Roommate Plan
  • Gas Log Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry in Hall
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Avondale Elementary School
  • Druid Hills Middle School
  • Druid Hills High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance, reserve fund
  • Lantern Ridge Subdivision

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,840

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$153 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2002
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: .02
  • Property Sub-Type: Townhouse
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 1560
  • Special Features: 12
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Basement: None
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 780
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 780
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 780
  • Interior Amenities: Other, Roommate Plan, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry
  • Price Per Square Foot: 169.230

Beds/Baths

  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, End Unit
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Privacy, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Lot Features: Level, Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront Features: No Dock Or Boathouse

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Hall, Upper Level
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Annual Association Fee: 1840
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Reserve Fund

Schools

  • Elementary School: Avondale
  • High School: Druid Hills
  • Middle School: Druid Hills
  • Elementary School: Avondale
  • Middle School: Druid Hills
  • High School: Druid Hills

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3840

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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
2023 $3,840 $113,640 $20,000 $93,640
2022 $4,339 $91,720 $12,800 $78,920
2021 $3,487 $72,320 $12,800 $59,520
2020 $3,440 $71,240 $12,800 $58,440
2019 $3,222 $66,280 $12,800 $53,480
2018 $2,395 $64,000 $12,320 $51,680
2017 $1,944 $57,440 $12,800 $44,640
2016 $1,873 $56,760 $10,040 $46,720
2014 $1,429 $44,040 $10,040 $34,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Price Changed $264,000 -0.4% $169 / Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Price Changed $265,000 -1.5% $170 / Sq Ft
03/08/2025 03/08/25 Price Changed $269,000 -0.4% $172 / Sq Ft
02/12/2025 02/12/25 For Sale $270,000 -4.4% $173 / Sq Ft
03/31/2023 03/31/23 Sold $282,500 0.0% $181 / Sq Ft
02/27/2023 02/27/23 Price Changed $282,500 -4.2% $181 / Sq Ft
01/31/2023 01/31/23 For Sale $295,000 +84.4% $189 / Sq Ft
05/31/2017 05/31/17 Sold $160,000 +0.1% $103 / Sq Ft
03/31/2017 03/31/17 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2017 02/07/17 For Sale $159,900 -- $103 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $282,500 --
Warranty Deed $160,000 --
Deed $148,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $9,888 New Conventional
Open $277,382 FHA
Previous Owner $157,102 FHA
Previous Owner $123,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $144,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10457756

Georgia MLS

APN: 18-045-13-037