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$1,690,000
65 Days On Site

540 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue NE
Atlanta, GA 30312

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
6
Beds
4
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
3,808
SqFt
$444
/SqFt
1920
Built
Subdivision:
Old Fourth Ward
County:
Fulton
Listing Courtesy Of: Justin Longenbach of HomeSmart Broker: 770-406-6262 Prefer Ph#:[email protected]

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HISTORIC OLD FOURTH WARD MASTERPIECE - PRICE IMPROVEMENT - 3,700+ SQ FT. Welcome to "The Dobbs," a rare and historically significant single-family residence in the heart of Atlanta. Once home to civil rights leader John Wesley Dobbs, this 3,700+ square foot estate perfectly blends historic character with modern versatility. Located just four blocks from the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail and sitting directly on the Freedom Trail Path, this home offers unmatched walkability to the city's premier restaurants, breweries, and entertainment. VERSATILE LIVING OPPORTUNITY: Currently configured as a multi-family property, this home offers the flexibility to remain an income-producing asset or be easily converted into a grand, spacious single-family residence. Even better, the property is being sold FULLY FURNISHED, allowing for an immediate move-in or a seamless transition for a personalized layout. THE MAIN LEVEL: Features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with soaring 12-foot ceilings. Updated kitchen and bathroom finishes create an open, inviting living environment perfect for entertaining. THE SECOND FLOOR: Offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a flexible loft-style living area at the rear of the home. This space is ideal for a media room, home office, guest suite, or additional luxury living area. OUTDOOR OASIS AND PARKING: Professionally designed, resort-style landscaping creates a private urban retreat in both the front and rear yards. Rare for the area, the gated driveway can easily accommodate parking for up to four vehicles, with additional easy street parking available on both John Wesley and Howell Street. This is a truly rare opportunity to own a historically significant property in one of Atlanta's most sought-after neighborhoods. Experience character, walkability, and long-term value in the heart of Old Fourth Ward.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,690,000
Days On Site 
65 Days
Bedrooms 
6
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,808 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.135 Acres
Year Built 
1920
MLS® Number 
7695982
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$24,563
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
4 hours agoPrice changed to $1,690,000
4 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 months agoStatus changed to Active
2 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.135
Foundation 
Block
Green Energy Efficient 
AppliancesThermostatRoof
Home Warranty 
Yes
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
DrivewaySee Remarks
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Condition 
Updated/Remodeled
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Above 
3808
SqFt Total 
3808
Style 
Craftsman
Utilities 
Electricity AvailableNatural Gas AvailablePhone Available
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherENERGY STAR Qualified AppliancesGas CooktopGas RangeGas Water HeaterMicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorSelf Cleaning OvenWasherDryer
Basement 
Crawl Space
Cooling 
Central AirCeiling Fan(s)GasMulti Units
Electric 
220 Volts
Fireplace Features 
None
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
CentralNatural Gas
Interior 
Breakfast BarIn-Law FloorplanVaulted Ceiling(s)Master Downstairs
Laundry Features 
Laundry RoomLower LevelLaundry Closet
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Cement SidingOther
Exterior 
Gas GrillPrivate YardCourtyardPrivate Entrance
Fencing 
Back YardFront YardFencedWood
Lot Features 
Level
Other Structures 
Gazebo
Patio And Porch 
CoveredFront Porch
Pool Features 
None
Road Frontage 
City Street
Roof 
Composition
Spa Features 
None
View 
City
Waterfront Features 
None
Waterview 
City
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkPlaygroundSidewalksStreet Lights
Financing Terms Available 
1031 ExchangeCash
Horse Property 
None
Roads 
Asphalt
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
John Hope-Charles Walter Hill
Middle School
David T Howard
High School
Midtown
Listing Courtesy Of: Justin Longenbach of HomeSmart Broker: 770-406-6262 Prefer Ph#:[email protected]

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