NOT LISTED FOR SALE

688 Gresham Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30316

East Atlanta Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $490,000 - $550,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,560 Sq Ft
$333/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 21, 2020

Last sale price $423,000 $271 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,002 / mo

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Carriage House
  • Deck
  • Burgess-Peterson Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 4-minute walk to Brownwood Park

About This Home

As of October 2020

Do you dream of having a fully permitted ADU on East Atlanta Village's Brownwood Park? Welcome to 688 Gresham, a lovely 1928 brick bungalow with a charming second home in the back. The primary dwelling's bright & cheery interior boasts oak flooring, 2 original fireplaces, spacious separate dining room with french doors, updated half bath, & great flow! The 2 well-appointed bedrooms receive abundant light & have ample closet space. Enjoy your morning coffee on the expansive front porch, or curl up on a cozy lounge chair on your beautiful back deck.Your doggos will love the fully-fenced yard & outdoor shower! A poured concrete patio is the perfect setup for roasting s'mores in the fire pit, al fresco dining, & socially-distant gatherings. Towards the back of the lot, a delightful accessory dwelling unit greets you as the perfect work-from-home retreat or income generating property--the thoughtful ADU layout maximizes 360 square feet to include a living room, kitchenette, bedroom, & full bath with laundry! If you're looking for a peaceful getaway surrounded by verdant views, yet walking distance to EAV, this is it!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Serene Varghese

Bolst, Inc. License #372559 Listed on: 09/17/2020

Bolst, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Leja LeBar

Keller Knapp License #281954

Keller Knapp

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,289

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 52x153
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Carriage House
  • Bungalow
  • Composition Roof
  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,560 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Roommate Plan
  • Rear Stairs
  • Ceiling height of 10 feet on the main level
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops
  • White Kitchen Cabinets

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Unfinished Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Energy-Efficient Doors

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Location

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

Schools

  • Burgess-Peterson Elementary School
  • Martin L. King Jr. Middle School
  • Maynard Jackson High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 110 Volts
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 2 / 21
  • Assessor Parcel Number 15 176 03 002

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park

Additional Features

  • East Atlanta Village Subdivision
  • Restaurant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,289

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Levels Stories: One
  • Special Features: None

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Disappearing Attic Stairs, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Unfinished
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets White, Laminate Counters
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
  • Square Footage: 1560.00
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: None

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom Features: In-Law Suite/Apartment, Roommate Floor Plan
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Main Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Carriage House, Guest House
  • Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard, Rear Stairs

Garage/Parking

  • Number Of Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Electric: 110 Volts

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Subdivision Complex: East Atlanta Village

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2000
  • Lot: 2
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 52x153
  • Parcel Number: 15 176 03 002
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Land Lease: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Appliances, Doors
  • Green Energy Generation: None

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 1289.00
  • Tax Year: 2019

MLS Schools

  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route High: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Burgess-Peterson
  • High School: Maynard Jackson
  • Middle School: Martin L. King Jr.

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 17, 2020
Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Serene Varghese
Bolst, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Leja LeBar
Keller Knapp
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$423,000
Premium/Discount to List
$23,100
5.78%
Current Estimated Value
$519,798

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,798
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.66%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 13, 2012
Closed on
Sep 27, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mike Prewitt
NOT A VALID MEMBER
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Marie Smith
Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
List Price
$137,000
Sold Price
$173,550
Premium/Discount to List
$36,550
26.68%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.67%
Original Mortgage
$164,872
Interest Rate
0.0364%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 2012
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2009
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
$207,178
Interest Rate
0.0492%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 1995
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$423,000 --
$173,550 --
-- --
-- --
$211,000 --
-- --
$74,300 --
$67,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $164,872
Previous Owner $207,178
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/21/2020 10/21/20 Sold $423,000 +5.8% $271 / Sq Ft
09/21/2020 09/21/20 Pending -- -- --
09/17/2020 09/17/20 For Sale $399,900 +130.4% $256 / Sq Ft
09/27/2012 09/27/12 Sold $173,550 +26.7% $145 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/28/2012 08/28/12 Pending -- -- --
07/13/2012 07/13/12 For Sale $137,000 -- $114 / Sq Ft
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

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 $2,133 $183,280 $44,000 $139,280
2024 $1,734 $173,320 $44,000 $129,320
2023 $1,734 $161,080 $44,000 $117,080
2022 $1,589 $167,920 $44,000 $123,920
2021 $1,560 $164,800 $44,000 $120,800
2020 $1,386 $133,800 $44,000 $89,800
2019 $1,289 $125,000 $23,800 $101,200
2018 $1,097 $122,480 $23,800 $98,680
2017 $996 $101,040 $23,800 $77,240
2016 $884 $88,600 $23,800 $64,800
2014 $630 $69,000 $23,840 $45,160
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Serene Varghese

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Serene Varghese

    Bolst, Inc.

    (404) 313-6442

    10 in this area

    91 Total Sales

    Serene Varghese
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  • Leja LeBar

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Leja LeBar

    Keller Knapp

    (404) 788-8050

    1 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Leja LeBar
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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Mike Prewitt

    NOT A VALID MEMBER

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  • Lisa Marie Smith

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Lisa Marie Smith

    Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL

    (678) 595-8392

    7 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Lisa Marie Smith
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Map

Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 6782718

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 15-176-03-002

Georgia DeKalb County Atlanta 30316 East Atlanta

688 Gresham Ave SE, Atlanta, GA

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