Step back in time with this remarkable 1882 Craftsman home, rich in original character and historic charm. Beautiful period details remain throughout, including intricate plaster moldings, original doors and hardware, historic flooring, light fixtures, and three fireplaces—one featuring its original tile surround. With a sprawling floor plan and endless possibilities, this home is ready for a thoughtful, creative renovation to restore its grandeur and bring a fresh vision to life. Perched above the street on a fantastic corner lot, the property offers a coveted driveway, off-street parking, a carport, and an electric gate. The lovely backyard features a built-in granite koi pond, creating a unique setting for a future private urban oasis. The location is exceptional, just moments from the best of Inman Park, including Atlanta’s acclaimed restaurants, boutique shopping, and the Atlanta BeltLine. MARTA and major highway access are also conveniently nearby. A rare opportunity to reimagine a historic home in one of Atlanta’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this special property offers the character, location, and potential to create something truly extraordinary.
Active
$850,000
863 Lake Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
4beds
2,898sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1882
5,031 Square Feet Lot
$837,100 Zestimate®
$293/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Coveted drivewayIntricate plaster moldingsLovely backyardOff-street parkingBeautiful period detailsOriginal doors and hardwareLight fixtures
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Ward Bradshaw,
Compass 404-668-6621,
Team 360 ATL,
Compass
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7852068
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Computer Room, Family Room, Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Master on Main
- Level: Master on Main
Bedroom
- Features: Master on Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Dining room
- Features: Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Country Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Other Surface Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Trash Compactor
- Laundry: Common Area, Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Decorative
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,898
- Total interior livable area: 2,898 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Covered, Kitchen Level, On Street
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 5,031 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 14 001400040258
- Other equipment: None
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1882
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: None
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
- Energy generation: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Secured Garage/Parking, Security Lights, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Inman Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Atlanta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $293/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $862,400
- Annual tax amount: $9,967
- Date on market: 10/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 12 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$837,100
$795,000 - $879,000
$5,679/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $850,000$293/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,967 +12.4% | $344,960 -0.5% |
| 2024 | $8,870 +11.7% | $346,720 +3% |
| 2023 | $7,942 -16.5% | $336,640 |
| 2022 | $9,514 +1.1% | $336,640 |
| 2021 | $9,412 -15.8% | $336,640 +24.7% |
| 2020 | $11,178 +52.3% | $270,000 |
| 2019 | $7,339 | $270,000 -6.5% |
| 2018 | $7,339 | $288,760 +40.4% |
| 2017 | $7,339 -3.4% | $205,640 |
| 2016 | $7,599 0% | $205,640 -0.1% |
| 2015 | $7,603 +2.8% | $205,800 |
| 2014 | $7,397 +2.3% | $205,800 |
| 2013 | $7,231 +469.3% | $205,800 +23.3% |
| 2012 | $1,270 | $166,920 +3.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $161,360 |
| 2010 | $5,826 | $161,360 |
| 2009 | -- | $161,360 |
| 2008 | -- | $161,360 0% |
| 2007 | -- | $161,400 +0.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $161,200 -2.9% |
| 2004 | $1,411 +6.7% | $166,080 +30.4% |
| 2003 | $1,322 +7.1% | $127,400 +9.1% |
| 2002 | $1,234 -47.2% | $116,760 +34.6% |
| 2001 | $2,335 | $86,720 |
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Neighborhood: Inman Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Springdale Park
- Middle: David T Howard
- High: Midtown
Source: FMLS GA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






