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  • Price$895,000
  • Beds3
  • Baths3
  • SQ. Feet3,199
  • Acres0.64
  • Built1938

2830 Alston Drive Se, Atlanta

Welcome to this rare East Lake gem-a beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated 1938 cottage just steps from the world-renowned East Lake Golf Club, home of the PGA Tour Championship, with proximity to Hole 6. Ideally located near Oakhurst Village, 2nd & Hosea, Downtown Decatur, and Avondale Estates, this home offers easy access to local restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and playgrounds-all in one of Atlanta's most sought-after communities. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home blends timeless character with modern enhancements and sits on a spacious, professionally landscaped corner lot, offering room for future expansion such as a pool, ADU, or play space on its flat, deep backyard. Inside, the functional layout is filled with natural light, featuring original hardwood floors, fresh paint, updated lighting and fans, newer windows, and all-new cordless blinds. The fireside living room flows into a bright garden room with French doors and an adjoining enclosed sunroom-ideal for year-round relaxation, reading, or creative space. The kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including a new range, generous cabinetry, and ample prep space. A separate dining room and a cozy breakfast nook provide multiple options for everyday living and entertaining. Bedrooms are well-sized, with spacious closets suitable for guests, office setups, or creative uses. The private primary suite, tucked away at the rear of the home, includes a walk-in closet and an en suite bathroom featuring elevated ceilings, a double vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower. Additional highlights include updated plumbing and electrical systems, a French drain, a walk-up attic with shelving for extra storage, a partially finished basement perfect for a workshop or flex space, and a thoughtfully designed powder room on the main level. The flat, deep backyard features a stone patio-ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining, lounging, or simply enjoying the lush surroundings. A horseshoe driveway provides ample parking. Convenient to both East Lake and Decatur MARTA stations, I-20, I-285, Emory University, the CDC, and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Located near the highly sought-after Drew Charter School and in a sought-out public school system. A rare opportunity to own a character-rich home in a premier intown location.

Essential Information

  • MLS® #10556157
  • Price$895,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms3.00
  • Full Baths2
  • Half Baths1
  • Square Footage3,199
  • Acres0.64
  • Year Built1938
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StyleRanch
  • StatusActive

Amenities

  • UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Phone Available, Water Available
  • Parking Spaces4
  • ParkingSide/Rear Entrance

Exterior

  • Exterior FeaturesGarden, Other
  • Lot DescriptionCorner Lot, Level, Private
  • WindowsDouble Pane Windows
  • RoofOther, Composition
  • ConstructionOther
  • FoundationBlock

Additional Information

  • Days on Market45

Community Information

  • Address2830 Alston Drive Se
  • SubdivisionEAST LAKE
  • CityAtlanta
  • CountyDeKalb
  • StateGA
  • Zip Code30317

Interior

  • Interior FeaturesDouble Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Master On Main Level, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Tile Bath
  • AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Zoned
  • FireplaceYes
  • # of Fireplaces1
  • FireplacesFamily Room, Living Room, Masonry
  • StoriesTwo

School Information

  • ElementaryToomer
  • MiddleKing
  • HighMH Jackson Jr

Listing Details

  • Listing Provided Courtesy Of Bhhs Georgia Properties
  • Office InfoHillary Dukes

Price Change History for 2830 Alston Drive Se, Atlanta, GA (MLS® #10556157)

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Price Reduced (from $930,000) $895,000 $35,000 (3.76%)
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Listing information last updated on September 2nd, 2025 at 12:03pm CDT.