Welcome to this spacious traditional home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Somerlane, offering the perfect combination of neighborhood tranquility and exceptional convenience. Located in unincorporated DeKalb County just minutes from Avondale Estates, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers generous living spaces, a flexible floor plan, a private fenced backyard, and a location that puts some of Atlanta's most desirable destinations within easy reach.
From the welcoming entry, the light-filled front living room immediately makes an impression with its vaulted ceiling, abundant windows, beautiful flooring, and inviting fireplace. The separate dining room provides an ideal setting for everyday meals or entertaining.
The spacious eat-in kitchen is designed for both functionality and everyday living, featuring generous cabinet storage, a breakfast bar, pantry, and a charming bay-window breakfast area overlooking the lush landscaping. A conveniently located main-level laundry closet makes daily routines even easier.
At the rear of the home, you'll discover one of its most versatile features: a large second living room/family room with its own fireplace and direct access to the patio and fenced backyard. Use it as a family room, media or game room, home gym, playroom, office, or create a combination of spaces to suit your lifestyle. A side entry door adds even more convenience and functionality.
The main-level primary suite offers privacy and convenience, featuring a spacious walk-in closet and a private bath with a soaking tub. A guest powder room completes the main level.
Upstairs, two exceptionally spacious secondary bedrooms, each with huge closets, share a well-designed full bathroom featuring separate wet areas—an ideal setup for busy mornings and flexible household living.
Outside, the private fenced backyard is surrounded by beautiful mature trees and offers a peaceful retreat for relaxing, gardening, entertaining, or enjoying time outdoors. The long driveway leading to the side-entry two-car garage provides plenty of space for parking, play, projects, or recreational equipment. The garage also includes a built-in workbench, making it a great space for the hobbyist or DIY enthusiast.
And then there's the location. Enjoy being just minutes from the charming village atmosphere of Avondale Estates, with its distinctive architecture, local restaurants, breweries, shops, community events, and vibrant Rail Arts District. You're also conveniently located near Emory University, the CDC, Downtown Decatur, Your DeKalb Farmers Market, I-285, and MARTA, making this an especially attractive location for professionals, commuters, and investors.
For homeowners, it's a chance to enjoy a peaceful residential setting while remaining close to the restaurants, culture, entertainment, and conveniences that make the Avondale Estates and Decatur area so desirable. For investors, the combination of location, flexible living spaces, proximity to major employment and educational centers, and established neighborhood setting makes this property an opportunity worth exploring.
Additional features include low-maintenance HardiePlank-type siding, a side-entry garage, mature landscaping, fenced backyard, and a low annual HOA fee.
If you're looking for space, flexibility, privacy, and a location that puts the best of Avondale Estates, Decatur, Emory, and Atlanta within easy reach, this Somerlane home deserves a closer look. Come see how much this home has to offer and Welcome Home!
Key Facts
Style:
Year Built: 1989
Status: Active
Schools
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Bedrooms
Beds Total: 3
Bathrooms
Baths Full: 2
Baths Half: 1
Main Full Baths: 1
Master Bath Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Kitchen & Dinning
Dining Room Desc:
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cabinets Other, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters, View to Family Room
Exterior & Lot Features
Private Yard
Rain Gutters
Complex/Building Access:
Other Rooms
Basement: None
Attic
Bonus Room
Den
Dining Room
Family Room
Game Room
Great Room - 2 Story
Kitchen
Living Room
Interior Features
Crown Molding
Disappearing Attic Stairs
Entrance Foyer
High Ceilings 9 ft Upper
High Ceilings 10 ft Main
High Speed Internet
Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
Track Lighting
Tray Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Building & Construction
Style: , Cluster Home, Traditional
Energy Features: Appliances
Roof: Composition, Ridge Vents, Shingle
Construction Desc: Blown-In Insulation, HardiPlank Type
Laundry Features/Location: In Kitchen, Laundry Closet, Main Level
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Homeowners Association
Assoc Fee Desc: Annually
Other Property Info
City: Avondale Estates
Subdivision: Somerlane
State: GA
Directions: From Avondale Estates: Take N Clarendon Avenue to Rockbridge Rd to left on Somerlane Place, home is on the right. From 285: Take Memorial Drive West to Right on Northern Avenue, Left on Rockbridge Rd, Right on Somerlane Place, home is on the right.
County: Dekalb - GA
District:
Area:
Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
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Private & Public Schools Nearby
4/ 5
Above Avg
Museum School Avondale Estates
3191 Covington Hwy; Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Charter
KG-8th | 566 students
Metro Atlanta School Rank: 133rd
1/ 5
Below Avg
Avondale Elementary School
10 LAKESHORE DRIVE; Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Public
PK-5th | 503 students
Metro Atlanta School Rank: 975th
3/ 5
Average
Druid Hills Middle School
3100 MOUNT OLIVE DRIVE; Decatur, GA 30033
Public
6th-8th | 929 students
Metro Atlanta School Rank: 207th
3/ 5
Average
Druid Hills High School
1798 HAYGOOD DRIVE, NE; Atlanta, GA 30307
Public
9th-12th | 1,312 students
Metro Atlanta School Rank: 140th
