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WOW House: Colonial-Style Home In Downtown Decatur, $799,500

The 18th century Lightfoot House replica combines timeless charm with modern convenience, and even has an elevator and private courtyard.

DECATUR, GA — The 18th century Lightfood House replica combines timeless charm with modern conveniences, according to Realtor.com, such as an elevator to the upper level and a library with built-in shelves.

The home's four bedrooms are ready for conversion into two master suites, if the next buyers prefer that, and also has a climate-controlled upstairs bonus room in the two-car garage, adding an extra 344 square feet of potential living space.

  • Address: 9 Charter Sq, Decatur, Georgia
  • Price: $799,500
  • Square Feet: 3,818
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2 Full and 1 Half Baths
  • Built: 1968
  • Features: Rare City of Decatur find! Elegant brick Colonial tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in an exclusive nine home enclave, bordering 4-acre Adair Park & Dog Park & steps to downtown Decatur's myriad of dining/shopping offerings! Pristinely updated, this 18th century Williamsburg Lightfoot House replica epitomizes timeless sophistication, superior craftmanship & modern-day convenience (including an ELEVATOR to the upper level for those who want to forgo stairs)! Grand in stature, it radiates opulence with its lavish wainscoting & moldings, airy 9ft ceilings, transom windows, library w/built-ins, 3 fireplaces & rich hardwoods throughout. 4 bedrooms positioned for seamless conversion into 2 master suites. Modernized kitchen (w/Cambria Quartz, underlit custom cabinetry & SS appliances) opens to a bright breakfast area & family/sunroom w/floor to ceiling window walls. Attached 2-car garage & a climate-controlled upstairs bonus room with 344 sf of extra living space, well-suited for a home gym, studio or office/workspace. Gorgeously landscaped (low maintenance) exterior w/delightful fenced-in private courtyard & storage shed. Award-winning City of Decatur school district. Across street from St. Thomas More School. Short stroll to Decatur Square, Agnes Scott, Ebster Park (w/pool & rec center), public transportation/MARTA, Emory CLIFF Shuttle, PATH & a plethora of parks/trails. Designated bike lane steps from front door. 1 mile to Emory Decatur Hospital & ample grocery/retail. Minutes to Emory, CDC & VA Hospital. Easy access to major highways, downtown Atlanta & airport. PRIME LOCATION. Recently designated as a GOLD Level Walk Friendly Community! New Roof & Water Heater (1 yr). No HOA Fees!

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