This Furnished lovingly restored 2 bedroom, one bath 1920 cottage sits within a very special garden. Originally part of a cut flower nursery and then owned by garden designer, Ryan Gainey, founder of the Atlanta Botanical Tour, author of several books and the subject of the 2018 documentary, The Well Placed Weed. Wisteria Cottage with its countless special varieties of trees and greenery, has a very special place in Atlanta history. It is a refuge within the highly sought after city of Decatur. Kitchen includes handmade Heath Ceramic tiles, reclaimed original growth heart pine countertops, original farm sink, gas range, hood and dishwasher and beautiful cabinetry Original heart pine floors are throughout living areas and garden views out every window. Bathroom has a freestanding 19th century Parisian soaking tub, separate glassed in shower, antique European door pulls as towel bars, antique brass shelving from a European train, and lake blue Heath tile and marble floor. Queen beds in both bedrooms. Cottage is stylishly eclectic with vintage mid century furnishings and original artwork. Washer and dryer, smart TV, high speed internet. Office/art area overlooks back garden with patio, hammock, greenhouse and adjacent private Gainey gardens Private parking space in off-street driveway. Located in one of the best spots in Decatur, very safe, lovely walk to downtown Decatur to cute stores and great restaurants. Close to Emory and access to all attractions Atlanta has to offer. Walk to public transportation. Garden is taken care of by gardener, so you don't have to lift a finger. Front porch with swing overlooks wisteria, hydrangeas, camellias, gardenias, and rose covered arbor plus more. Hammock in back yard between the pines under a cascade of pink vining roses. Back garden contains: Japanese maples, lollipop hydrangeas, camellias, native holly, 4 varieties of roses, Japanese Holly, black eyed susans, wild flowers, and more. Owner's detached art studio is at the back edge of the property lot. Utilities are working. Tenant pays for Utility use. No smoking on the property. Parking for one car in the driveway. Parking for 2 cars on the street. No pets.
Off market
$544,000
121 Emerson Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
2beds
1,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$544,000 Zestimate®
$544/sqft
$2,070 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: April 23, 2025 at 08:35am
Source: Zillow Rentals
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: French Soaking Tub, Original Farm Sink, Stainless Appliances, well insulated
Details
- Parcel number: 1523604164
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Decatur
HOA & financial
Other fees
- Deposit fee: $3,000
Other
Other facts
- Available date: 06/01/2025
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$544,000