1066 Mcconnell Drive, Decatur, GA 30033

About this home

A Distinctive Retreat for Living, Creating, and Entertaining. Nestled on .77 acres, this gorgeous home offers a private retreat just minutes from Toco Hills Shopping Center, Emory University, the new Children’s Hospital, and Downtown Decatur. This exceptional property seamlessly blends convenience, recreation, privacy, and an elevated lifestyle. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby Mason Mill Park, a 128-acre destination featuring miles of walking and biking trails, tennis and pickleball courts, and a children’s playground. With Toco Hills, Emory University, the VA Hospital, DeKalb Tennis Center, and the Emory shuttle all easily accessible, this home offers an exceptional combination of connectivity and tranquility. Tucked away on a quiet street, this beautifully renovated residence showcases sophisticated finishes, versatile living spaces, and an extraordinary finished lower level designed for recording, creative pursuits, privacy, and entertainment. The main level features gorgeous white oak hardwood flooring throughout the living areas, creating a warm and refined atmosphere. The beautifully appointed kitchen blends modern style with everyday functionality, showcasing an oversized center island, quartz countertops, and a large walk-in pantry. A welcoming family room provides an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining, while the private backyard and covered porch offer the perfect setting for outdoor gatherings and relaxation. Three bedrooms are located on the main level, including a private ensuite, providing flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Two separate staircases provide convenient access to the second floor, enhancing the home’s thoughtful layout and flow. Two laundry closets, one on each level, add everyday convenience. The expansive primary suite creates a private retreat, featuring a completely renovated bathroom, walk-in closet, and full-length private balcony. Enjoy morning coffee, unwind after a long day, or simply take in the peaceful surroundings from this exceptional outdoor space. Two additional bedrooms and a versatile loft area complete the upper level, providing the perfect space for reading, working on projects, studying, or creating a quiet retreat. The finished lower level is truly one of the home’s defining features. Professionally designed as a recording and creative studio, this fully insulated space features Rockwool mineral acoustic insulation within the walls and ceiling, along with Soundsulate 1B mass-loaded vinyl soundproofing integrated into the ceiling. The studio was thoughtfully designed to help minimize sound transfer to the main living areas while providing an exceptional environment for recording, rehearsing, creating, and entertaining. A private entrance provides added convenience and privacy, while the dedicated artist lounge and half bath create a complete creative environment. The layout is thoughtfully designed to accommodate multiple musicians and instruments, making this an extraordinary opportunity for artists, entertainers, content creators, musicians, or anyone seeking a private space to create and entertain. With its sophisticated renovation, versatile multi-level floor plan, exceptional primary suite, private balcony, professionally designed recording studio, and generous lot, this is far more than a beautifully updated home. It is a distinctive residence thoughtfully designed for today’s discerning homeowner to live, work, create, and entertain in style.

How this list price compares in Decatur

• List price is 318% above the Decatur median list price of $299,000 (934 homes).
• Compared with 677 single-family homes in Decatur: 303% above the median of $309,900.
• List price per square foot is 16% above the Decatur median of $188/SF.
• All 934 homes for sale in Decatur, GA.
• 3,375 homes for sale in DeKalb County.

Figures are list prices from current FMLS IDX inventory (Active, Active Under Contract and Pending), not sales prices or appraisals.

Home facts

Property type

Single-family home

Status

Active

Bedrooms

6

Full baths

4

Half baths

2

Living area

5,752 SF

Lot size

0.77 acres

Year built

1948

Levels

Three Or More

Main-level bedrooms

3

Garage spaces

2

Parking

Drive Under Main Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front

Basement

Driveway Access, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry

Style

Contemporary

Construction

Brick Front, Cement Siding

Roof

Composition, Shingle

Flooring

Hardwood, Tile

Heating

Central, Forced Air, Zoned

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Zoned

Fireplaces

2

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator

Lot

Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private, Wooded

Community

Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway

HOA

No

Annual tax

$13,579 (2025)

County

DeKalb

Assigned schools

• HighDruid Hills
• MiddleDruid Hills
• ElementaryBriar Vista

As reported in the listing. Verify with the school district.