$615,000
SOLD MAR 19, 2025

855 Colston Rd SW Marietta, GA 30064

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,530 Sq Ft
0.27 Acres

Recently Sold

$243 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

Highlights

  • Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Property is near public transit
  • Hickory Hills Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of March 2025

Charming Split-Level Home in Historic Whitlock Heights! Nestled in the heart of Marietta’s coveted Whitlock Heights, this beautifully maintained split-level ranch offers spacious living and a fantastic layout for both relaxing and entertaining. With five generous bedrooms and three full bathrooms, there’s no shortage of room for family and guests. Step inside to a warm and welcoming atmosphere where the seamless flow between rooms creates an ideal setting for any occasion. The chef-inspired kitchen is a standout feature, boasting an island, breakfast bar, custom white cabinetry, and ample storage. Whether you’re preparing a meal or enjoying a casual breakfast, the eat-in dining area provides a perfect spot, while the back deck offers a serene view of the meticulously landscaped backyard. The upper level is dedicated to comfort, featuring a luxurious primary suite with a cozy gas fireplace and an en-suite bath, creating a peaceful retreat. Two additional spacious bedrooms, along with an updated hall bathroom, round out this level. The full, finished terrace level offers even more space to spread out, with two more bedrooms, a full bath, and a great room complete with a masonry fireplace and gas starter—ideal for cool evenings. A convenient laundry room sits just off the kitchen and rear entry, and the two-car garage provides additional storage and easy access to the kitchen. Located just a short drive from Marietta Square, this home combines tranquility with proximity to vibrant community amenities. Don’t miss the opportunity to make Whitlock Heights your new home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

SUE RICHARDSON

Dorsey Alston Realtors License #333860 Listed on: 02/28/2025

Dorsey Alston Realtors

Last Buyer's Agent

Julia Sykes

Dorsey Alston Realtors License #371247

Dorsey Alston Realtors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $472

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 92 x 128
  • Landscaped
  • Irrigation Equipment
  • Front Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • 2-Story Property
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,530 Sq Ft Home
  • Bookcases
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Awning
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Game Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • White Kitchen Cabinets
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Oversized primary bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Hickory Hills Elementary School
  • Marietta Middle School
  • Marietta High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Whitlock Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17000300260

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$472

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Levels Stories: Two
  • Special Features: None

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone, Tile
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Master Bedroom
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 2
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Bookcases, Crown Molding, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Entrance Foyer, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished, Finished Bath, Full, Interior Entry, Other
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Bonus Room, Den, Family Room, Game Room, Laundry, Office
  • Dining Room Features: Seats 12+, Separate Dining Room
  • Square Footage: 2530.00
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Shutters

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
  • Lower Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Lower Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cement Siding
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Private Yard
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Pool Private: No
  • Foundation: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Carport or Garage: 2
  • Number of Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Electric: None

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping
  • Subdivision Complex: Whitlock Heights

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hickory Hills
  • Middle School: Marietta
  • High School: Marietta

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2703
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front
  • Lot Dimensions: 92 x 128
  • Parcel Number: 17000300260
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Land Lease: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Green Features

  • Green Energy Generation: None

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 472.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17-0003-0-026-0
  • Close Date: 2025-03-19
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hickory Hills
  • High School: Marietta
  • Middle School: Marietta

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 28, 2025
Closed on
Mar 19, 2025
Sold by
Kiss Barbara G
Bought by
Coan Christopher Fletcher and Coan Virginia Mayo
Seller's Agent
SUE RICHARDSON
Dorsey Alston Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Julia Sykes
Dorsey Alston Realtors
List Price
$585,000
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
5.13%
Views
26
Current Estimated Value
$607,734

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$7,266
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.08%
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Outstanding Balance
$479,598
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$128,136
Source: Public Records

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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
Special Warranty Deed $615,000 None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed $615,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $480,000 New Conventional
Closed $480,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $170,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $174,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $175,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $76,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $75,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $50,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $152,550 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $15,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $155,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/19/2025 03/19/25 Sold $615,000 +5.1% $243 / Sq Ft
03/01/2025 03/01/25 Pending -- -- --
02/28/2025 02/28/25 For Sale $585,000 -- $231 / Sq Ft
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

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
2024 $472 $205,620 $64,000 $141,620
2023 $320 $195,712 $46,000 $149,712
2022 $472 $144,576 $46,000 $98,576
2021 $490 $142,372 $30,000 $112,372
2020 $488 $128,352 $30,000 $98,352
2019 $488 $121,972 $30,000 $91,972
2018 $488 $121,972 $30,000 $91,972
2017 $391 $107,164 $30,000 $77,164
2016 $396 $107,164 $30,000 $77,164
2015 $432 $93,156 $30,000 $63,156
2014 $443 $81,744 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 7522465

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 17-0003-0-026-0