#10497947, Scott C. Riley, Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty
1209 The By Way NE Atlanta, GA 30306
Property details
About 1209 The By Way NE
Private, Substantial, Custom Built and Meticuously Maintained by original owners, enjoy life in your personal retreat with graciously proportioned rooms and high ceilings, 22 years young with space to meet your every need in sought-after Druid Hills which is equivalent to living in a park. The Front Foyer introduces you to the grandeur of the Entertaining Rooms - Dining Room and sumptuous Library, then moves to the heart of the home with the fireside Family Room which includes space for casual dining, open to the Chef's Kitchen with island complete with Breakfast Bar, highend appliances, custom cabinetry with stone countertops, and pantry. The convenient welcoming Side Entry offers easy access to the main living area, or connects with the Breezeway to the sun-filled Garden Room and on to the back patio. The top floor is just as capacious with a very private Primary suite which includes a fireside sitting room, a spa-like bath, generous closets and connection to the Laundry Room; there are 3 other bedroom/bath suites on the top floor, each one with complete privacy. The flexible Terrace Level can provide whatever needs you may have; it's currently used as a Den/game room w/fireplace and an Office (office could be 5th bedroom if needed), it includes a full bath, complete kitchen and a wine cellar; the convenience of an elevator to each floor and a generator complete the package. There is also a large side yard that could be used to expand the yard for a pool, playground, soccer practice field, tennis court, putting green, or your heart's desire. Nestled into the most desirable section of the neighborhood, just a few blocks from Emory campus and the CDC, Emory Village, Druid Hills Golf Club and top rated schools. Convenient to all Intown amenities, restaurants, shops, cultural opportunties, parks and trails, and under 30 minutes to the airport. Come and experience the possibilities.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
- Interior: Bookcases, Crown Molding, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Ceilings 10 ft Upper, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Basement, Brick, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Kitchen Level
- Waterfront: None
- View: City, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
- Exterior: Courtyard, Garden, Permeable Paving, Private Entrance, Private Yard
- Architectural Style: Federal, Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $3,299,000
- Price/SqFt: $504
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $21,697
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private, Wooded
- Directions: please use GPS
- Year Built: 2003
- Living Area: 6,534 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.78 Acres
- MLS Number: 7550305
- MLS Name: First Multiple Listing Service
- Office Name: Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
- Office Phone: (404) 444-0192
- Listing Agent: Peggy Hibbert
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Feb 07, 2005 | Home Sold | $60,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $732,440 | $21,697 |
2022 | $568,880 | $18,192 |
2021 | $559,000 | $17,964 |
2020 | $510,680 | $17,964 |
2018 | $525,760 | $14,790 |
2017 | $418,880 | $14,790 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Springdale Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•1246 Ponce De Leon Ave NE
9
Mary Lin Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•586 Candler Park Dr NE
7
Morningside Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•774 Virginia Ave NE
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $126,364. The most common annual income of people living in Atlanta, GA is between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 1209 The By Way NE
The listing price of 1209 The By Way NE property is $3,299,000.
The property 1209 The By Way NE is a house located in Atlanta, Georgia, 30306.
Active Listing: 1209 The By Way NE is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1209 The By Way NE are: Springdale Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Mary Lin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Morningside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Kindezi Old 4th Ward (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), D.T. Howard Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Renfroe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Hillside Conant School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Druid Hills High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Midtown High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $21,697 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 7, 2005 for $60,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1209 The By Way NE has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1209 The By Way NE is 6,534 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1209 The By Way NE is 2003.
This home is located at 1209 The By Way NE in Atlanta, GA and zip code 30306. This 6,534 square foot home, which was built in 2003, sits on a 0.78 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,299,000.
Over 266 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Atlanta, GA. In the same period over 650 listings were sold below the listed price and 296 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Atlanta, GA between March and April 2025 increased by 17.5%. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 45 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $424,792.