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1195 Russell Drive, Decatur, GA 30030

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3 Beds
3 Baths
- Sq Ft

This mid-century brick ranch embraces the easy rhythm of lifeunfolding across a sun-filled layout, thoughtful additions, and an expansive backyard thats just begging for garden parties, slow mornings, and starry nights around the firepit. With two driveways, tons of storage, and just minutes from downtown Decatur and Avondale, this home makes everyday living feel intentional, relaxed, and completely yours.Inside, original hardwood floors and timeless 1950s tile give a quiet nod to the past, while flexible living spaces create room to evolve. The open main living area connects to a granite-topped kitchen with a new backsplash and views that lead straight out to the breezeblock patio. Off the central hub, a warm paneled room offers space for work, reading, or whatever life calls for.But its the two added-on spaces that make this home truly special. A formal dining roomwith gorgeous tile underfoot and double-wide custom sliding doorsopens wide to the breezeblock patio and rock garden firepit. Just beyond, a second addition gives you a spacious family room for lounging, movie nights, or laid-back gatherings.The primary suite offers a private retreat with a large walk-in closet, an additional storage closet, a pocket-door en suite bathroom, and direct access to the patio. A third bedroom with its own powder room adds even more function and flexibility.Downstairs, the finished basement is full of possibilityheated, cooled, and flooded with natural light. With its french doors opening to the expansive backyard, its perfect for a home studio, office, gym, or bonus living space.Outside, the large yard was designed for living: raised garden beds with established vegetables, a recycled tire play area, a chicken coop, storage shed, and a granite patio thats perfectly situated for a future plunge pool or evening hangouts under the stars. Dotted with apple and cherry trees, along with berries, fig, olive and more, the backyard offers a beautiful blend of nourishment and nature. A second driveway leads directly to the backyardoffering extra parking, easy guest access, or a seamless spot for projects and play.This home lives with purpose, grows with you, and welcomes whats next.

Listing By: Carly Nassar - Compass gafmls Realty.com
  • MLS# 7586902
  • Date Listed05/29/2025
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 0.34 acres (14,810 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Subdivision Forrest Hills
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Dekalb
  • Year Built 1952
  • Water Public

Interior Features

  • Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave
  • Flooring Hardwood
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Garden, Outbuilding
  • Roof Composition
  • Lot Size Acres 0.34
  • Lot Size SQFT 14,810.40
  • Lot Features Landscaped, Level, Private

Directions

From College and Columbia in Decatur, take Columbia south to left on Russell.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $6,220
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Avondale Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

1.59 mi

Distance

Peachcrest Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.29 mi

Distance

Toney Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

3.02 mi

Distance

Charles R. Drew Charter School

Public • PK - 5

3.55 mi

Distance

Snapfinger Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

3.63 mi

Distance

Robert Shaw Theme School

Public • PK - 5

3.65 mi

Distance

Kelley Lake Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.02 mi

Distance

Columbia Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.18 mi

Distance

Ronald E Mcnair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.19 mi

Distance

Mclendon Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.2 mi

Distance

Talley Street Upper Elementary School

Public • 3 - 5

1.11 mi

Distance

Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers

Public • 4 - 8

2.03 mi

Distance

International Student Center

Public • 3 - 12

2.29 mi

Distance

Beacon Hill Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

2.34 mi

Distance

Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School

Public • 3 - 5

2.94 mi

Distance

Charles Drew Charter School Ja/sa

Public • 6 - 12

3.55 mi

Distance

Ronald E Mcnair Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

4.52 mi

Distance

Druid Hills Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

6.04 mi

Distance

Columbia Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

6.34 mi

Distance

Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

6.91 mi

Distance

Dekalb School Of The Arts

Public • 9 - 12

0.35 mi

Distance

Decatur High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.34 mi

Distance

Towers High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.06 mi

Distance

Columbia High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.63 mi

Distance

Clarkston High School

Public • 9 - 12

4.18 mi

Distance

Druid Hills High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

4.83 mi

Distance

Dekalb High School Of Technology South

Public • 10 - 12

7.01 mi

Distance

Maynard H. Jackson- Jr. High School

Public • 9 - 12

7.38 mi

Distance

Southwest Dekalb High School

Public • 9 - 12

7.53 mi

Distance

Mcnair High School

Public • 9 - 12

7.56 mi

Distance

The Ellis School Of Atlanta

Private • KG - UG

1.11 mi

Distance

Academe Of The Oaks

Private • 09 - 12

1.11 mi

Distance

Sudbury School Of Atlanta

Private • KG - 12

1.59 mi

Distance

Threshold Community School Program

Private • 06 - 12

2.3 mi

Distance

Mohammed Schools Of Atlanta

Private • PK - 12

3.55 mi

Distance

Greenforest Mccalep Christian Academy

Private • PK - 12

5.14 mi

Distance

Solid Foundation Christian Academy

Private • PK - 12

5.48 mi

Distance

Ben Franklin Academy

Private • 08 - 12

5.51 mi

Distance

Paideia School

Private • PK - 12

5.53 mi

Distance

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)

Private • KG - 12

5.8 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in GA / 30030

Source: Walk Score

39/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

15/100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score ®

32/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 39/100, Transit Score: 15/100, Bike Score: 32/100.

Property Change History

Points of Interest near 1195 Russell Drive, Decatur, GA 30030

Frequently Asked Questions for 1195 Russell Drive

Source: Realty.com

1195 Russell Drive, Decatur, GA 30030 is a Single Family 0 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 53 photos available of this 3 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $598,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 53 photos of 1195 Russell Drive.

Our records indicate that 1195 Russell Drive was built in 1952.

The full address for this home is 1195 Russell Drive, Decatur, GA 30030.

1195 Russell Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Thu May 29, 2025

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 39/100, Transit Score: 15/100, Bike Score: 32/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1195 Russell Drive. Avondale Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Druid Hills Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Druid Hills High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Compass (tel: 404-668-6621)
Listing agent: Carly Nassar (tel: 404-668-6621) (#CNASSAR)

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