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    $3,600/mo

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    121 Emerson Ave, Decatur, GA 30030

    2beds
    1,000sqft

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    Single family residence
    Available Thu Jul 30 2026
    No pets
    Central air
    In unit laundry
    Off street parking
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Original farm sinkVery special gardenBeautiful cabinetrySeparate glassed in showerHigh speed internetSmart tvWasher and dryer
    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 City of 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 and owner. Front porch with swing overlooks wisteria, hydrangeas, camellias, gardenias, and rose covered arbor plus more. 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. 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. Pets on a case by case basis.
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    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 & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Decatur

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 6 Month

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/12/2026Listed for rent$3,600+2.9%$4/sqft
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    6/7/2025Listing removed$3,500$4/sqft
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    4/9/2025Listed for rent$3,500$4/sqft
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    11/23/2024Listing removed$3,500$4/sqft
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    10/15/2024Listed for rent$3,500$4/sqft
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    8/29/2024Listing removed--
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    8/8/2024Listed for rent$3,500$4/sqft
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    7/27/2024Listing removed--
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    7/2/2024Listed for rent$3,500$4/sqft
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    2/13/2023Listing removed--
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    2/2/2023Listed for rent$3,500$4/sqft
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    12/18/2022Listing removed--
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    12/10/2022Listed for rent$3,500$4/sqft
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    11/5/2022Listing removed--
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    10/28/2022Listed for rent$3,500$4/sqft
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    11/16/2018Sold$420,075-0.4%$420/sqft
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    4/11/2017Sold$421,757+5.5%$422/sqft
    Source: FMLS GA #5816721 Report a problem
    3/21/2017Pending sale$399,900$400/sqft
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    3/15/2017Listed for sale$399,900+100%$400/sqft
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    4/7/2010Sold$200,000+122.2%$200/sqft
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    1/28/1997Sold$90,000$90/sqft
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    Neighborhood: Lenox Place

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