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1188 Russell Drive, Decatur, GA 30030

  • 3bd
  • 2ba
  • 1,653SF
  • 0.3ac lot

Single-family homeForrest Hills/Columbia Heights

List price

$474,000

$287/SF list

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FMLS IDXFMLS #7855233 · Listing Provided By Serhant Georgia, LLC · 404-944-7491 · Listing agent Ruth Parisca

Location

1188 Russell Drive, Decatur GA 30030

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About this home

Welcome to 1188 Russell Drive, a completely renovated 2022 ranch in Decatur's sought-after Forrest Hills neighborhood. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath one-level home offers 1,653 sqft with hardwood, ceramic tile and luxury vinyl floors throughout. The large kitchen features white cabinets, stone counters and ample space, flowing to a dining room and bright back living room. Primary suite with double vanity and separate shower, plus a second full bath. Worry-free systems: AC replaced 7/2024, furnace 2/2025, moisture barrier in crawl space and around home, and active termite service. Large, level, fully fenced backyard with spacious shed, front porch and patio. 2-car carport, fireplace, laundry room, central HVAC. What makes it truly special is the neighborhood: active association with year-round events, friendly neighbors, large tree-lined lots, Decatur greenway at the edge. Walk to Legacy Park, Willis Park, schools and parks; downtown Decatur and Avondale Estates minutes away. No HOA.

How this list price compares in Decatur

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Home facts

Property type
Single-family home
Status
Active
Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Living area
1,653 SF
Lot size
0.3 acres
Year built
1952
Levels
One
Main-level bedrooms
3
Parking
Carport
Style
Ranch, Traditional
Construction
Brick
Roof
Composition, Shingle
Flooring
Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Vinyl
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range
Lot
Back Yard, Level
Community
Near Schools, Near Trails/Greenway, Park
HOA
No
Annual tax
$5,876 (2025)
County
DeKalb

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Estimated monthly payment

$3,723/mo

Principal and interest
$2,930
Property tax
$490
Home insurance
$125
Mortgage insurance
$178
Loan amount
$426,600
Cash down
$47,400

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