This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers easy, one-level living with a thoughtful, functional layout. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, a glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and recessed lighting for a bright, modern feel. Just off the kitchen, the laundry room offers a full wall of floor-to-ceiling storage-perfect for keeping everything organized and out of sight. Both the primary and hall bathrooms have been beautifully renovated, while original hardwood floors throughout add warmth and a cohesive feel. Enjoy outdoor living from the rocking chair front porch or head out back to the low-maintenance deck overlooking the backyard-ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The backyard also features a charming chicken coop, offering a unique opportunity for a bit of the farm life in the big city! This home lives comfortably and efficiently, maximizing every square foot. It combines stylish updates with practical living in a manageable footprint-ideal for those seeking low-maintenance living without sacrificing comfort. Other updates adding even more value and peace of mind, include a new electrical panel, all new outlets and light switches, 5 year old HVAC, 3 year old hot water heater, 12 year old roof, new water line from the street, new sewer line to the street, and crawl encapsulation in 2015. Located in an unbeatable in-town setting-walk to Fernbank Elementary, bike to Emory and the CDC, and just minutes to downtown Decatur and Virginia-Highland. Welcome to 261 Heaton Park Drive.
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Price cut: $26K (5/12)
$749,000
261 Heaton Park Dr, Decatur, GA 30030
4beds
1,624sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.25 Acres Lot
$718,100 Zestimate®
$461/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Easy one-level livingUpdated kitchenRocking chair front porchStainless steel appliancesGlass tile backsplashQuartz countertopsThoughtful functional layout
- 42 days |
- 1,222 |
- 82 |
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Listed by:
Patti Hadaway 4048491592,
Keller Williams Realty
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10742892
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Laundry
Dining room
- Features: Separate Room
Kitchen
- Features: Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Double Vanity, Master On Main Level
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,624
- Total interior livable area: 1,624 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,624
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Kitchen Level, Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: None
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 18 004 10 009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Brick 4 Side,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Walk To Schools
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Chelsea Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $461/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $565,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,058
- Date on market: 4/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$718,100
$682,000 - $754,000
$3,811/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $749,000-3.4%$461/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7760456 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000+72.2%$477/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10742892 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2015 | Sold | $450,000$277/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #5614202 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2015 | Pending sale | $450,000$277/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX METRO ATLANTA CITYSIDE #07546378 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2015 | Listed for sale | $450,000+104.5%$277/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX METRO ATLANTA CITYSIDE #5614202 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2011 | Sold | $220,000-1.8%$135/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2011 | Pending sale | $224,000$138/sqft |
Source: Remax Metro Atlanta, INC. #4213348 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2011 | Listed for sale | $224,000-25.1%$138/sqft |
Source: Remax Metro Atlanta, INC. #4213348 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2011 | Listing removed | $299,000$184/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta #4150967 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2010 | Listed for sale | $299,000$184/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta #4150967 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,058 -3.9% | $226,000 -2% |
| 2024 | $6,305 +38% | $230,600 +26.8% |
| 2023 | $4,569 -9.7% | $181,800 +2.3% |
| 2022 | $5,060 0% | $177,680 |
| 2021 | $5,060 -0.1% | $177,680 |
| 2020 | $5,066 +9.9% | $177,680 -9.3% |
| 2019 | $4,611 +0.1% | $195,880 +22.9% |
| 2018 | $4,608 -2.7% | $159,440 |
| 2017 | $4,736 +56.5% | $159,440 |
| 2016 | $3,027 | $159,440 +51.4% |
| 2014 | $3,027 | $105,280 -12.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $120,360 +36.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $88,000 -14.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $102,840 |
| 2010 | $1,096 | $102,840 |
| 2009 | $1,096 +10.5% | $102,840 |
| 2008 | $992 -4.4% | $102,840 |
| 2007 | $1,038 | $102,840 +5.8% |
| 2006 | $1,038 +9.3% | $97,240 |
| 2005 | $950 +5.6% | $97,240 |
| 2004 | $899 +13.1% | $97,240 +5.2% |
| 2003 | $795 +52.9% | $92,400 |
| 2002 | $520 +220.3% | $92,400 +7.5% |
| 2001 | $162 | $85,960 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Druid Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Fernbank Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Druid Hills Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 6/10Druid Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fernbank
- Middle: Druid Hills
- High: Druid Hills
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Georgia
- Dekalb County
- Atlanta
- 30030
- Druid Hills
- 261 Heaton Park Dr
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