The story of 1740 Childress Drive begins long before you step inside. It begins as the private iron gate opens, welcoming you along a brick drive framed by professionally landscaped grounds before revealing a striking blend of brick and stone architecture. From that very first moment, it becomes clear this isn't simply another luxury home-it is a residence defined by privacy, craftsmanship, and spaces designed to be lived in, not simply admired. Inside, soaring ceilings, dramatic walls of windows, rich hardwood floors, exquisite crown molding, and striking architectural details create spaces that feel both grand and inviting. The open-concept design allows each room to flow effortlessly into the next, while the beautifully appointed chef's kitchen serves as the heart of the home-perfectly positioned for everything from intimate family dinners to elegant entertaining. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers six bedrooms, five full baths, and one half bath, providing exceptional flexibility for family, guests, and today's work-from-home lifestyle. The luxurious owner's suite offers a peaceful escape, complete with a private balcony overlooking the wooded surroundings-an ideal setting for morning coffee or unwinding at the end of the day. A separate sitting room adds the perfect space for reading, relaxation, or a private executive office. The finished terrace level creates an entirely new destination within the home. Whether welcoming overnight guests, creating the perfect in-law retreat, or hosting unforgettable movie nights, every detail has been designed to elevate the way you live. A dedicated home theater, spacious recreation room, full bath, laundry area, and generous additional living space come together to create a private retreat within the home. Beyond the main living spaces, the outdoor experience becomes an extension of the home itself. The covered terrace and custom outdoor kitchen create an inviting setting for everything from relaxed family dinners to game-day gatherings and evening entertaining beneath mature trees and professionally landscaped grounds. This private backyard oasis offers a level of seclusion rarely found while remaining just minutes from the conveniences of in-town Atlanta. Ideally positioned with convenient access to Downtown Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, shopping, dining, and major highways, 1740 Childress offers the rare opportunity to enjoy the convenience of city living while coming home to a setting that feels worlds away. Some homes are measured by their square footage. Others are remembered by how they make you feel. This is a home that simply must be experienced in person. Schedule your private showing today.
Active
$1,198,000
1740 Childress Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30311
6beds
4,688sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
0.55 Acres Lot
$1,161,600 Zestimate®
$256/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Striking architectural detailsSoaring ceilingsRich hardwood floorsDramatic walls of windowsOpen-concept designPrivate backyard oasisExquisite crown molding
- 30 days
- 1,162
- 89
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kevin Moody 404-843-2500,
BHGRE Metro Brokers
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10813606
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Laundry, Media Room
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bookcases, Double Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s), Tray Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,688
- Total interior livable area: 4,688 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,488
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony, Gas Grill, Other
- Fencing: Privacy,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Open Lot, Private
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outdoor Kitchen
- Parcel number: 14 0232 LL1018
- Other equipment: Home Theater
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 440 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: ADAMS DRIVE ESTATES
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Atlanta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $256/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,442,800
- Annual tax amount: $18,393
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 30 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$1,161,600
$1.10M - $1.22M
$5,812/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | Price change | $1,198,000+166.2%$256/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 11/18/2014 | Listed for sale | $450,000+90.7%$96/sqft |
Source: Harry Norman, REALTORS #5367973 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2011 | Sold | $236,000-14.2%$50/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2011 | Listed for sale | $275,000$59/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Dunwoody #3074123 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,609 +121.8% | $577,120 +122% |
| 2024 | $10,644 +28.3% | $260,000 |
| 2023 | $8,294 -15.8% | $260,000 -35.9% |
| 2022 | $9,855 -3.7% | $405,400 +66.5% |
| 2021 | $10,231 +2.7% | $243,520 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $9,963 +103.5% | $240,640 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $4,895 | $236,360 +124.4% |
| 2018 | $4,895 | $105,320 +65.3% |
| 2017 | $4,895 +48.9% | $63,720 |
| 2016 | $3,287 -0.2% | $63,720 |
| 2015 | $3,293 +31.7% | $63,720 +15.6% |
| 2014 | $2,499 | $55,120 +2% |
| 2013 | -- | $54,040 |
| 2012 | -- | $54,040 -30% |
| 2011 | -- | $77,240 |
| 2010 | $3,411 -57.8% | $77,240 -57.5% |
| 2009 | $8,081 +1986.8% | $181,600 +1823.7% |
| 2008 | $387 | $9,440 |
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Neighborhood: Southwest
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kimberly
- Middle: Bunche
- High: Therrell
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







