Some homes are about square footage. Others are about possibility. 981 Cherokee Ave is firmly the latter. Located on one of Grant Park’s most loved streets, this charming cottage offers buyers something increasingly rare in intown Atlanta: a chance to own in an A+ neighborhood at an approachable entry point — with room to add value over time. The home is filled with natural light and has a layout that lives comfortably day to day, with connected common spaces that make it easy to imagine hosting friends, working from home, or settling into a slower neighborhood rhythm. The bedrooms are more modest in size, but the tradeoff is intentional — a footprint that’s efficient, manageable, and ideal for buyers who value location, charm, and smart investment over excess space. Step outside and you’re minutes from Grant Park, the BeltLine, restaurants, coffee shops, and neighborhood staples — the kind of walkable lifestyle that consistently supports long-term demand and resale value. From an analytical standpoint, the opportunity here is clear. Homes on Cherokee Avenue and in the surrounding Grant Park corridor continue to perform well due to limited inventory, strong owner-occupant demand, and consistent renovation activity. For investors or renovation-minded buyers, this property offers a compelling value-add play in a proven location. To make that opportunity even more accessible, a renovation loan option is available through Highland Mortgage, allowing buyers to finance improvements alongside their purchase. This creates a realistic path for first-time buyers who may assume they can’t afford both a home they love and the updates they want — and for investors looking to execute upgrades efficiently without tying up all-cash capital. Whether you’re a buyer searching for a charming cottage to make your own, an investor focused on long-term fundamentals, or a first-time homeowner ready to enter the Grant Park market with a smart plan, 981 Cherokee Ave offers both charming appeal and financial logic.
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$450,000
981 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
3beds
1,524sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
10,876.93 Square Feet Lot
$451,500 Zestimate®
$295/sqft
$2,215 Estimated rent
Home value
$451,500
$415,000 - $492,000
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Listing Provided by:
Carly Brown,
Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta 404-564-5560
Bought with:
Kelsey Griffin, 373643
Keller Williams Realty Peachtree Rd.
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7722260
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: None
- Level: None
Bedroom
- Features: None
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower
Dining room
- Features: None
Kitchen
- Features: Cabinets Stain
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,524
- Total interior livable area: 1,524 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Level Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage, No Dock
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 10,876 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 14 004200060344
- Other equipment: None
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Brick 4 Sides
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
- 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
- Water conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Near Beltline, Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Atlanta
- Subdivision: Grant Park
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Sold | $450,000+9.6%$295/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7722260 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2020 | Sold | $410,550+28.5%$269/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #6767858 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2018 | Sold | $319,500+155.6%$210/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2012 | Sold | $125,000-37.2%$82/sqft |
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| 10/17/2006 | Sold | $199,000-16.2%$131/sqft |
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| 5/5/2006 | Sold | $237,500-25.3%$156/sqft |
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| 2/17/2004 | Sold | $318,000+98.8%$209/sqft |
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| 1/24/2001 | Sold | $160,000+19%$105/sqft |
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| 11/28/2000 | Sold | $134,400+34.4%$88/sqft |
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| 9/21/2000 | Sold | $100,000$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,816 +53.1% | $170,600 +2.7% |
| 2023 | $3,145 -29.2% | $166,160 +2.5% |
| 2022 | $4,442 +22.4% | $162,080 +25.7% |
| 2021 | $3,630 -31.2% | $128,960 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $5,276 +78.3% | $127,440 -50.1% |
| 2019 | $2,959 | $255,600 +326% |
| 2018 | $2,959 | $60,000 |
| 2017 | $2,959 -3.5% | $60,000 -1.9% |
| 2016 | $3,067 -1.8% | $61,160 |
| 2015 | $3,122 +37.8% | $61,160 |
| 2014 | $2,266 +2.8% | $61,160 +22.4% |
| 2013 | $2,205 -22.1% | $49,970 -21.5% |
| 2012 | $2,829 | $63,680 -5% |
| 2011 | -- | $67,040 |
| 2010 | $2,961 | $67,040 -28.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $94,000 +15.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $81,560 +10.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $73,520 +2.7% |
| 2004 | $852 | $71,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Grant Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Parkside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Maynard H. Jackson- Jr. High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Parkside
- Middle: Martin L. King Jr.
- High: Maynard Jackson
Source: FMLS GA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Georgia
- Fulton County
- Atlanta
- 30315
- Grant Park
- 981 Cherokee Ave SE
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