1656 Ridgewood Drive Ne, Atlanta, GA 30307
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 The Avenues
Listed by: the zac team, ken kraften
Office: remax metro atlanta cityside
MLS#:7823584
Source:FIRSTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$669,850
- Price per sq. ft.:$265.18
About this home
A rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a distinctive 1928 residence with Tudor Revival architectural influences in Historic Druid Hills, just moments from Emory University. Tucked along quiet, tree-lined Ridgewood Drive, this character-rich home immediately stands apart with its handsome brick exterior, dramatic gables, half-timbered architectural detailing and arched sunroom windows, all framed by the mature tree canopy and established streetscape that make Druid Hills one of Atlanta's most treasured intown neighborhoods.
The location is exceptional—a peaceful residential setting with Emory University, the CDC and Emory Village close at hand, along with nearby parks and trails, restaurants, shopping, Fernbank and Downtown Decatur. It is an increasingly difficult-to-find combination: a substantial historic-era home on a deep lot, on a quiet Druid Hills street, remarkably close to Emory.
Offering four bedrooms and two and half baths with a separate shower, the existing residence has the space, character and bones to support a thoughtful, comprehensive renovation. The main level features a welcoming foyer, fireside living room, sunroom, large formal dining room, additional library or office, and a kitchen opening to a spacious rear family room with vaulted ceiling and a second fireplace.
Upstairs is one of the home's most compelling features: all four bedrooms are located on the second level with full 9-foot ceiling heights, and hardwood floors extend throughout the entire floor. This provides an unusually strong starting point for reconfiguring the space to create a more contemporary bedroom and primary-suite layout while preserving the scale and character of the original home.
Outside, a long driveway leads alongside the house to a wide, deep and remarkably usable backyard, creating exciting possibilities for outdoor living and a thoughtfully designed future expansion. A detached carriage house with utilities previously stood toward the rear of the property, adding another interesting chapter to the property's history and potential. Any future addition, accessory structure, pool or other improvements would be subject to applicable DeKalb County zoning, historic-preservation and permitting requirements.
This is not simply a cosmetic-update property—it is an opportunity to thoughtfully restore and transform a substantial 1928 home in a location that cannot easily be replicated. The architecture, lot, street and setting are already here. Bring your architect, contractor and vision and create the next chapter of this special Druid Hills residence....
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Home facts
- Year built:1928
- Subdivision & Development:Druid Hills
- Listing ID #:7823584
- Updated:September 09, 2026 at 01:38 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Hardwood
- Dining Description:Seats 12+, Separate Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Tub/Shower Combo
- Kitchen Description:Breakfast Bar, Cabinets Stain, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Laminate Counters, Pantry Walk-In, Refrigerator
- Bedroom Description:Oversized Master
- Basement Description:Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Partial
- Living area:2,526 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air, Zoned
- Heating:Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Composition, Shingle
- Year built:1928
- Building area:2,526 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.5 Acres
- Lot Features:Back Yard, Level
- Architectural Style:Tudor
- Construction Materials:Frame
- Exterior Features:Front Porch, Private Yard
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Druid Hills
- Middle school:Druid Hills
- Elementary school:Fernbank
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Available
- Sewer:Public Sewer, Sewer Available
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$669,850
- Price per sq. ft.:$265.18
- Tax amount:$7,241 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dehumidifier
- Laundry features:In Bathroom, Main Level
- Amenities:Bookcases, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Detached, Driveway
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