NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4970 Lake Forrest Dr Atlanta, GA 30342

Sandy Springs ITP Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,503,000 - $2,536,000

6 Beds
5 Baths
7,927 Sq Ft
$257/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 31, 2024

Last sale price $1,588,000 $200 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,541/month

46 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Stables
  • Home Theater
  • Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
  • Heards Ferry Elementary School Rated A
  • City View
  • Deck

About This Home

As of May 2024

Incredible value in Sandy Springs! With nearly 8,000 finished sq/ft and located just 1 mile north of Chastain Park, don't miss this opportunity! The home features 3 fully finished levels that offer ample space for you and your guests. 6 spacious bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. The wood-paneled library/office is perfect for those who work from home or need a quiet space to get work done. Upstairs offers several over-sized bedrooms in which 1 has a wet bar. The lower level of the home is finished and is full of light and it features a bedroom and full bath, a home theater room, an exercise room and a gas log fireplace. There is also an unfinished room that would make an excellent wine cellar. The main floor features a large owner's suite that also offers a sitting room with views of the back yard and access to the deck. The suite also boasts a spa-like bathroom with a soaking tub, double vanity, and a spacious walk-in shower with dual shower heads. This home features custom trim throughout including built-in bookcases, large moldings, exposed beams and a coffered ceiling in the family room. The relaxing den adjacent to the kitchen has a gorgeous stacked stone wood burning fireplace. Just off the kitchen is wonderful covered brick patio that is great for grilling on. The wide staircase with wrought-iron balusters keep the space open and bright. The large kitchen provides you with stainless steel appliances including 3 convection ovens. This home has 4 HVAC systems. The home sits slightly above Lake Forrest which keeps it private and quiet. The driveway provides lots of parking and plenty of room to turn cars around as well. Backyard has room for a pool. The home is located close to NYO and the Chastain Park Amphitheater is just a short drive away. Convenient to dining and grocery shopping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt Brown

Keller Williams Realty License #347237 Listed on: 03/11/2024

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Stacy Booth

Engel & Völkers Atlanta License #383752

Engel & Völkers Atlanta

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,009

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 0.62 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Bookcases
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Factory Built Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Home Gym
  • City Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Double Vanity

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Parking Pad
  • Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
  • Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Heards Ferry Elementary School
  • Ridgeview Middle School
  • Riverwood High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Chastain Park Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Swim Team
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Community Stables

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,009

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2003
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Brick 4 Side, Traditional
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Lot Size Acres: .62
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 7927
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Dining Room Features: Seats 12+
  • Basement: Bath Finished, Daylight, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2500
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 5427
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5427
  • Interior Amenities: Bookcases, Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Double Vanity, Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Master On Main Level
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Family Room, Factory Built
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Room, Kitchen Island, Pantry
  • Price Per Square Foot: 200.327

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
  • Lot Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: City

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage, Kitchen Level, Parking Pad, Side/Rear Entrance
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Mud Room
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Park, Playground, Pool, Stable(s), Street Lights, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s), Walk To Schools, Walk To Shopping

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Heards Ferry
  • High School: Riverwood
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Ridgeview
  • Middle School Bus: Yes
  • Elementary School: Heards Ferry
  • Middle School: Ridgeview
  • High School: Riverwood

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 3

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 21009

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2024
Closed on
May 31, 2024
Sold by
Matthews Frederick C
Bought by
Eisenla Kirk Thomas
Seller's Agent
Matt Brown
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Stacy Booth
Engel & Völkers Atlanta
List Price
$1,675,000
Sold Price
$1,588,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$87,000
-5.19%
Views
40
Current Estimated Value
$2,035,760

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$447,760
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.70%
Original Mortgage
$1,175,000
Interest Rate
7.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2023
Sold by
Matthews Jennifer L
Bought by
Matthews Frederick C

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2012
Closed on
Nov 28, 2012
Sold by
Matthews Frederick C
Bought by
Matthews Frederick C and Matthews Jennifer L
Seller's Agent
Shun Haynes
S&S Luxury Realty Group, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Morgan
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List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$245,000
-18.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.30%
Original Mortgage
$787,500
Interest Rate
3.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2012
Sold by
Regions Bank
Bought by
Glover Anderson

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2012
Sold by
Regions Bank
Bought by
Regions Bank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 2003
Sold by
Poulos Stacia D
Bought by
Larson Anthony

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$655,289
Interest Rate
5.62%
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
Eisenla Kirk Thomas $1,588,000 --
Matthews Frederick C -- --
Matthews Frederick C -- --
Matthews Frederick C $1,050,000 --
Glover Anderson $758,500 --
Regions Bank -- --
Larson Anthony $225,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Eisenla Kirk Thomas $1,175,000
Previous Owner Matthews Frederick C $787,500
Previous Owner Larson Anthony $655,289
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/31/2024 05/31/24 Sold $1,588,000 -5.2% $200 / Sq Ft
04/26/2024 04/26/24 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2024 04/04/24 For Sale $1,675,000 0.0% $211 / Sq Ft
03/26/2024 03/26/24 Off Market $1,675,000 -- --
03/24/2024 03/24/24 For Sale $1,675,000 0.0% $211 / Sq Ft
03/11/2024 03/11/24 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2024 03/11/24 For Sale $1,675,000 +59.5% $211 / Sq Ft
11/28/2012 11/28/12 Sold $1,050,000 -18.9% $131 / Sq Ft
10/22/2012 10/22/12 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2012 05/18/12 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $161 / 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 $20,961 $915,440 $391,200 $524,240
2023 $20,961 $679,440 $131,040 $548,400
2022 $18,668 $601,400 $255,720 $345,680
2021 $19,373 $608,040 $140,200 $467,840
2020 $14,059 $432,280 $75,160 $357,120
2019 $13,863 $424,640 $73,840 $350,800
2018 $13,665 $414,640 $72,080 $342,560
2017 $13,519 $398,720 $69,320 $329,400
2016 $13,522 $398,720 $69,320 $329,400
2015 $13,570 $398,720 $69,320 $329,400
2014 $14,108 $398,720 $69,320 $329,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Matt Brown

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Matt Brown

    Keller Williams Realty

    (770) 652-6528

    2 in this area

    33 Total Sales

    Matt Brown
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  • Stacy Booth

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Stacy Booth

    Engel & Völkers Atlanta

    (706) 968-2514

    5 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    Stacy Booth
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  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Shun Haynes

    S&S Luxury Realty Group, LLC

    (678) 886-8413

    4 Total Sales

    Shun Haynes
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Barbara Morgan

    NOT A VALID MEMBER

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10264685

Georgia MLS

APN: 17-0120-0001-066-9

Georgia Fulton County Atlanta 30327 Sandy Springs ITP

4970 Lake Forrest Dr, Atlanta, GA

This home is located at 4970 Lake Forrest Dr, Atlanta, GA 30342 since 11 March 2024 and is currently estimated at $2,035,760, approximately $256 per square foot. This property was built in 2003. 4970 Lake Forrest Dr is a home located in Fulton County with nearby schools including Heards Ferry Elementary School, Ridgeview Charter School, and Riverwood International Charter School.

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