778 Mclendon Dr · Scottdale, GA
Flood risk 1/10 · Minimal
- FEMA flood zone
- X (unshaded)
- Chance of flooding over 30 yrs
- 0.0%
- Est. flood insurance / yr
- $507 – $1,088
Fire risk 1/10 · Minimal
- Est. fire insurance / yr
- $963 – $1,789
Heat risk 5/10 · Moderate
- Hot days now (above 104°F)
- 7 days/yr
- Hot days in 30 yrs
- 17 days/yr
Wind risk 5/10 · Moderate
- Chance of severe wind over 30 yrs
- 25.0%
Air-quality risk 5/10 · Moderate
- Unhealthy air days now
- 6 days/yr
- Unhealthy air days in 30 yrs
- 8 days/yr
Risk factors via First Street. Map © Google.
Why this score? — see what drove the D grade
The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).
- ARV discount +15.0/15.0
- Appreciation +10.0/10.0
- Cash flow +5.4/30.0
- Livability +4.0/5.0
- Rent growth +2.5/5.0
- Condition / age +2.5/5.0
- Schools +2.1/10.0
- 1% rule +1.9/10.0
- DSCR +0.0/10.0
$299,900
🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence
Listing remarks MLS
Introducing a hidden gem at 778 McLendon Drive in the sought after neighborhood of Mclendon -where comfort meets charm! This delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom bungalow is the perfect blend of cozy and chic, boasting a generous 968 square feet of versatile living space. As you step inside, you'll immediately appreciate the arched wood ceiling, which creates an airy layout, complemented by gleaming granite kitchen counters ready to inspire your culinary adventures. The outdoor space is nothing short of a sanctuary. Picture yourself sipping morning coffee on the quaint porch, hosting summer barbecues on the deck, or simply unwinding in your private outdoor space. 778 McLendon Drive is not just a house; it's a lifestyle. With all these amenities wrapped in one delightful package, this home promises to be the backdrop of a lifetime of memories. Schedule your visit today and prepare to fall in love!
Key facts
- Arched wood ceiling
- Quaint porch
- 9,147 sq ft lot
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Property features AI
Finance
- HOA & community: Near public transport; Near schools; Near shopping; Street lights
Exterior
- Parking: Two parking spaces; Driveway with level driveway and parking pad; Open parking available
- Utilities: Public water; Public sewer; 110-volt electric; Cable available; Electricity available; Sewer available; Underground utilities; Water available
- Home design: One level; Frame construction with shingle siding; Composition roof; Resale condition
- Construction: Frame construction; Shingle siding; Composition roof; Crawl space foundation
- Exterior features: Garden; Private entrance; Private yard; Deck; Front porch; Fenced yard (wood)
Interior
- Kitchen: Stained cabinets; Eat-in kitchen; Stone countertops; Dishwasher; Electric range
- Bedrooms: Three main-level bedrooms; Split bedroom plan
- Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood
- Bathrooms: Two full bathrooms; Master bath with shower only; Two main-level bathrooms
- Heating & cooling: Central heating; Attic fan; Ceiling fans
- Interior features: Disappearing attic stairs; 9-ft ceilings on main level; High-speed internet available; Low-flow plumbing fixtures; Insulated windows; No common walls; Living room; Crawl space basement
- Laundry & utility: Dedicated laundry room
Neighborhood map
What this means for you Summary
Snapshot
- This is a 3-bed/2.0-bath single-family listed at $300k.
Deal economics
- At list price, monthly cash flow is $-647 ($-8k/yr) — negative.
- To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $186k (38.1% below list).
- To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $207k (30.8% below list).
- Recommended offer: $186k (38.1% below list) — sets the bar for cash-flow.
Location & tenants
- Location reads 79/100 on livability (#18 in GA, #2,327 nationally) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: commute A+, housing A+, crime A-; Watch: amenities F, health & safety F.
- Dekalb County (suburban): math 19% / reading 28% proficiency, ranked #125 of 174 in GA (top 72%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover; 68% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
- Zoned schools: Mclendon Elementary School (math 15% / reading 24%, grade F, #873 of 1,228 statewide, top 71%, 309 students, 100% FRL); Druid Hills Middle School (math 22% / reading 37%, grade F, #249 of 470 statewide, top 55%, 956 students, 46% FRL); Druid Hills High School (math 12% / reading 22%, grade F, #277 of 424 statewide, top 67%, 1,358 students, 37% FRL).
- Market conditions: 72 active listings in the ZIP; 40 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals leasing fast (median 7d on market — plan ~1-2 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); solid renter incomes; 1,240 units permitted in DeKalb County in 2024 (385 in 5+ unit buildings).
- This rent runs 30% of the median local income ($82k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.
Forward outlook
- In year one you build about $32k of equity ($2k loan paydown + $30k appreciation (10.0% local appreciation)).
- DeKalb County population projected at +28% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
- By year 2, paydown + projected appreciation supports a ~$52k cash-out refi (75% LTV) — recoverable capital for the next deal without selling this one.
Negotiation context
- It's been on market 58 days — a 3% lower offer ($291k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
- 12 sale attempts since 16y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.
- Current owner paid $120k; list at $300k implies a 150% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.
Risks & watch-outs
- Watch-outs: built in 1939 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
- Climate carrying-cost: moderate wind risk, 25% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→17/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Questions for the listing agent
- What do current leases actually rent for vs. the listed asking? Can we see a recent rent roll and the last 12 months of T-12 income?
- It's been on market 58 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 38% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
- Built in 1939 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
- Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
- The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
- What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
- What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
- How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.
Investment metrics
- 1% rule
- 0.69% ✗
- Cap rate
- 3.70%
- Cash-on-cash
- -9.25%
- DSCR
- 0.59
- GRM
- 12.0
CMA / ARV
- ARV (median comp)
- $370,325
- List price
- $299,900
- Delta
- -19.02%
- Verdict
- UNDERPRICED
- Comps
- 20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi
| Address | Dist | Beds/Ba | Sqft | Sold | Price | $/sf | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 801 Verona Dr | 0.24mi | 3/2.0 | 1,440 (+0%) | 1mo | $350,000 | $243 | 87 |
| 3025 Valley Cir | 0.32mi | 3/2.5 | 1,401 (-2%) | 3mo | $424,470 | $303 | 76 |
| 3634 E Ponce De Leon Ave | 0.17mi | 3/2.5 | 1,536 (+7%) | 6mo | $349,900 | $228 | 74 |
| 811 Cinderella Way | 0.51mi | 3/2.0 | 1,431 (-0%) | 3mo | $385,000 | $269 | 73 |
| 840 Vista Way | 0.27mi | 3/2.0 | 1,314 (-8%) | 1mo | $435,000 | $331 | 72 |
| 3027 Judylyn Dr | 0.33mi | 3/1.5 | 1,321 (-8%) | 2mo | $300,000 | $227 | 67 |
| 796 Cinderella Way | 0.49mi | 3/1.5 | 1,431 (-0%) | 9mo | $276,000 | $193 | 67 |
| 877 Mclendon Dr | 0.24mi | 3/2.0 | 1,304 (-9%) | 8mo | $292,000 | $224 | 67 |
| 2855 Hollywood Dr | 0.68mi | 3/2.0 | 1,480 (+3%) | 4mo | $450,000 | $304 | 60 |
| 2840 Fantasy Ln | 0.55mi | 3/2.0 | 1,560 (+9%) | 7mo | $390,000 | $250 | 54 |
| 3159 Robinson Ave | 0.69mi | 4/3.0 (+1) | 1,536 (+7%) | 4mo | $430,000 | $280 | 44 |
| 2956 Hollywood Dr | 0.66mi | 3/2.0 | 1,642 (+14%) | 4mo | $535,000 | $326 | 42 |
Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.
Projected returns pro-forma
10.0% appreciation · 3.0% rent growth · sell at horizon
- IRR
- 17.8%
- Equity multiple
- 2.46×
- Total profit
- $122,258
- Equity at exit
- $270,174
- IRR
- 16.7%
- Equity multiple
- 5.68×
- Total profit
- $392,782
- Equity at exit
- $582,640
Cash invested: $83,972 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.
Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology
- Overall (STATE)
- 90 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
- State Georgia
- 90 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+3
- County
- — inherits STATE
- City
- — inherits STATE
ZIP-level market 30079
- Home prices YoY
- 7.0%
- Active inventory
- 72
- Price-to-rent
- 12.0×
Monthly cashflow live
- Estimated rent
- $2,075 high interval (Pro) →
- Mortgage (P&I)
- −$1,573
- Tax from tax record
- −$589 /mo · $7,066/yr
- Insurance
- −$125
- HOA
- −$0
- Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
- −$436
- Net cashflow
- $-647
Break-even live
Sensitivity live
| Price | -10% $-478 | -5% $-563 | +0% $-647 | +5% $-732 | +10% $-817 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | -10% $-811 | -5% $-729 | +0% $-647 | +5% $-566 | +10% $-484 |
| Rate | -1.0pp $-496 | -0.5pp $-571 | base $-647 | +0.5pp $-725 | +1.0pp $-804 |
UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt
Financing live
Cash to close
- Down payment
- $74,975
- Closing costs
- $8,997
- Reserves months
- —
- Total cash needed
- —
Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live
Conventional
25% down · 7.5% · 30yr
- Down + closing
- —
- Monthly P&I
- —
- Monthly cashflow
- —
- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
- —
Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.
DSCR
20% down · 8.5% · 30yr
- Down + closing
- —
- Monthly P&I
- —
- Monthly cashflow
- —
- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
- —
No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.
Hard money
10% down · 12.0% · 12mo
- Down + closing
- —
- Monthly P&I
- —
- Monthly cashflow
- —
- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
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Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.
Rent comps 40 comps
| Address | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Rent | $/sqft | DOM | Units | Dist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 721 Ford Pl Unit A Scottdale, GA | 2.0 | 1.0 | 896 | $1,450 | $1.62 | 7d | 1 | 0.21mi |
| 788 Angora Aly Scottdale, GA | 3.0 | 3.5 | 1622 | $2,850 | $1.76 | 4d | 1 | 0.23mi |
| 777 Valleybrook Xing Decatur, GA | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 1019 | $1,499 | $1.47 | 45d | 1 | 0.30mi |
| 1039 Verdi Way Clarkston, GA | 3.0 | 1.5 | 1053 | $1,995 | $1.89 | 7d | 1 | 0.56mi |
| 3324 Valley Brook Pl Decatur, GA | 2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 1002 | $1,368 | $1.36 | 22d | 5 | 0.65mi |
| 774 Northern Ave Unit B14 Clarkston, GA | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1100 | $1,250 | $1.14 | 1d | 1 | 0.69mi |
| 774 Northern Ave Unit A14 Clarkston, GA | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1100 | $1,250 | $1.14 | 45d | 1 | 0.69mi |
| 3073 Cedar Creek Pkwy Decatur, GA | 1.0–3.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 1050 | $1,641 | $1.56 | 1d | 45 | 0.72mi |
| 3548 Lantern View Ln Scottdale, GA | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1500 | $2,000 | $1.33 | 45d | 1 | 0.72mi |
| 3145 Misty Creek Dr Decatur, GA | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 990 | $1,725 | $1.74 | 5d | 8 | 0.74mi |
| 524 Warren Ave Scottdale, GA | 2.0 | 3.5 | 1248 | $1,500 | $1.20 | 14d | 1 | 0.74mi |
| 2894 Concord Dr Decatur, GA | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1750 | $4,349 | $2.49 | 45d | 1 | 0.81mi |
| 2801 Arborcrest Dr Decatur, GA | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1642 | $2,800 | $1.71 | 7d | 1 | 0.83mi |
| 427 Third Ave Scottdale, GA | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1350 | $4,500 | $3.33 | 0d | 1 | 0.84mi |
| 1015 Casa Dr Clarkston, GA | 4.0 | 2.0 | 1844 | $1,950 | $1.06 | 26d | 1 | 0.89mi |
| 100 Paces Park Dr Decatur, GA | 1.0–3.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 1084 | $2,299 | $2.12 | 0d | 20 | 0.92mi |
| 3499 Creekview Pl Scottdale, GA | 2.0 | 1.5 | 1250 | $1,150 | $0.92 | 1d | 1 | 0.95mi |
| 3499 Creekview Pl Scottdale, GA | 2.0 | 1.5 | 1250 | $1,150 | $0.92 | 7d | 1 | 0.95mi |
| 3071 Francine Dr Decatur, GA | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1190 | $2,300 | $1.93 | 26d | 1 | 0.97mi |
| 3517 Creekview Pl Scottdale, GA | 2.0 | 1.5 | 1250 | $1,150 | $0.92 | 45d | 1 | 0.98mi |
| 3545 Orchard St Clarkston, GA | 3.0 | 1.0 | 1232 | $1,650 | $1.34 | 1d | 1 | 1.00mi |
| 3545 Orchard St Clarkston, GA | 3.0 | 1.0 | 1232 | $1,650 | $1.34 | 19d | 1 | 1.00mi |
| 437 Creekview Ct Scottdale, GA | 2.0 | 2.5 | 1400 | $1,195 | $0.85 | 26d | 1 | 1.02mi |
| 645 Dekalb Industrial Way Decatur, GA | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 1002 | $2,188 | $2.18 | 1d | 9 | 1.03mi |
| 965 Smith St Clarkston, GA | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1542 | $1,500 | $0.97 | 45d | 1 | 1.04mi |
| 792 Jolly Ave S Clarkston, GA | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 947 | $1,100 | $1.16 | 7d | 12 | 1.05mi |
| 3519 W Hill St Clarkston, GA | 2.0 | 1.0–1.5 | 857 | $1,299 | $1.51 | 7d | 1 | 1.09mi |
| 1211 Robinwood Rd Decatur, GA | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1053 | $1,850 | $1.76 | 45d | 1 | 1.09mi |
| 4107 Stratford Cmns Decatur, GA | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1262 | $2,349 | $1.86 | 5d | 1 | 1.12mi |
| 2340 Lawrenceville Hwy Decatur, GA | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1000 | $1,400 | $1.40 | 45d | 1 | 1.16mi |
| 3085 Piper Dr Decatur, GA | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1845 | $2,421 | $1.31 | 45d | 1 | 1.17mi |
| 2676 Milscott Dr Decatur, GA | 3.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 949 | $2,056 | $2.17 | 0d | 7 | 1.18mi |
| 417 Ridge Creek Dr Clarkston, GA | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1239 | $1,399 | $1.13 | 26d | 1 | 1.19mi |
| 2600 Milscott Dr Decatur, GA | 3.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 1087 | $3,059 | $2.81 | 1d | 28 | 1.23mi |
| 1000 Montreal Rd Clarkston, GA | 1.0–3.0 | 1.0–2.5 | 1250 | $1,340 | $1.07 | 1d | 17 | 1.25mi |
| 1086 Montreal Rd Clarkston, GA | 2.0 | 1.5–2.0 | 1252 | $1,318 | $1.05 | 12d | 10 | 1.27mi |
| 2657 Harrington Dr Decatur, GA | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1207 | $2,400 | $1.99 | 45d | 1 | 1.28mi |
| 2394 Lawrenceville Hwy Unit K Decatur, GA | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1334 | $1,900 | $1.42 | 20d | 1 | 1.32mi |
| 1605 Church St Decatur, GA | 3.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 1077 | $2,205 | $2.05 | 1d | 26 | 1.34mi |
| 2501 Lawrenceville Hwy Decatur, GA | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0–1.5 | 875 | $1,328 | $1.52 | 0d | 2 | 1.35mi |
Listing history 50 events
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2026-06-21days on market $299,900 Active 58 DOM
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2026-06-18days on market $299,900 Active 55 DOM
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2026-06-17days on market $299,900 Active 54 DOM
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2026-06-16days on market $299,900 Active 53 DOM
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2026-06-15days on market $299,900 Active 52 DOM
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2026-06-13days on market $299,900 Active 50 DOM
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2026-06-09days on market $299,900 Active 46 DOM
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2026-06-08days on market $299,900 Active 45 DOM
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2026-06-07days on market $299,900 Active 44 DOM
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2026-06-04days on market $299,900 Active 41 DOM
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2026-06-03days on market $299,900 Active 40 DOM
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2026-06-02days on market $299,900 Active 39 DOM
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2026-06-01days on market $299,900 Active 38 DOM
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2026-05-31days on market $299,900 Active 37 DOM
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2026-04-24$299,900 New 916-char remark
Show marketing remark (916 chars)
Introducing a hidden gem at 778 McLendon Drive in the sought after neighborhood of Mclendon -where comfort meets charm! This delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom bungalow is the perfect blend of cozy and chic, boasting a generous 968 square feet of versatile living space. As you step inside, you'll immediately appreciate the arched wood ceiling, which creates an airy layout, complemented by gleaming granite kitchen counters ready to inspire your culinary adventures. The outdoor space is nothing short of a sanctuary. Picture yourself sipping morning coffee on the quaint porch, hosting summer barbecues on the deck, or simply unwinding in your private outdoor space. 778 McLendon Drive is not just a house; it's a lifestyle. With all these amenities wrapped in one delightful package, this home promises to be the backdrop of a lifetime of memories. Schedule your visit today and prepare to fall in love!
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2026-04-24$299,900 Active 922-char remark
Show marketing remark (916 chars)
Introducing a hidden gem at 778 McLendon Drive in the sought after neighborhood of Mclendon -where comfort meets charm! This delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom bungalow is the perfect blend of cozy and chic, boasting a generous 968 square feet of versatile living space. As you step inside, you'll immediately appreciate the arched wood ceiling, which creates an airy layout, complemented by gleaming granite kitchen counters ready to inspire your culinary adventures. The outdoor space is nothing short of a sanctuary. Picture yourself sipping morning coffee on the quaint porch, hosting summer barbecues on the deck, or simply unwinding in your private outdoor space. 778 McLendon Drive is not just a house; it's a lifestyle. With all these amenities wrapped in one delightful package, this home promises to be the backdrop of a lifetime of memories. Schedule your visit today and prepare to fall in love!
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2026-04-08historical
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2026-04-01status Back On Market
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2026-03-31historical
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2026-03-31historical
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2025-12-19status Active
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2025-12-19status Back On Market
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2025-12-18historical
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2025-12-18historical
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2025-09-18price $324,900
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2025-09-18price $324,900
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2025-07-23price $325,000
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2025-07-23price $325,000
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2025-06-20$350,000 New
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2025-06-20$350,000 Active
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2016-02-10price $119,000
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2014-10-28price $38,000
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2013-10-24price $119,000
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2013-04-08soldstatus $120,000
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2013-04-03historical
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2013-03-29soldstatus $120,000 Sold
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2013-03-29soldstatus $120,000 Sold
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2013-02-25status Pending
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2013-02-20status Under Contract
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2013-02-08historical Contingent - Due Diligence
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2013-02-05historical
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2013-02-03price $120,000
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2013-01-21price $120,000
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2013-01-20price $119,000 Reduced
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2013-01-20price $119,000
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2012-10-12$125,000 Active
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2012-10-12$125,000 New
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2012-03-08historical
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2012-03-05soldstatus $38,000 Sold
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2012-03-05soldstatus $36,000 Sold
ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot
backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.
Tax reassessment forecast GA · Resets to sale price
- Current annual tax
- $7,066 · $589/mo
- Projected year-2 tax
- $7,066 · $589/mo
- Expected delta
- $0/yr ($0/mo · 0.0%)
ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.
Climate risk First Street
- Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
- Wildfire 1/10 Low
- Heat 5/10 Major 7 d/yr ≥104°F today · 17 d/yr by 30 yrs out
- Wind 5/10 Major 25% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
- Air quality 5/10 Major 6 unhealthy d/yr today · 8 by 30 yrs out
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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi
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Taxation est. · year 1
- Rental income
- $24,897
- − Mortgage interest
- −$16,799
- − Property taxes
- −$7,066
- − Insurance
- −$1,500
- − Repairs & maintenance
- −$1,992
- − Management
- −$1,992
- − Depreciation
- −$8,724
- Taxable loss
- −$13,176
- Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
- +$3,162
- After-tax cash flow
- $-4,608/yr
For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.
Schools (NCES district)
- District
- Dekalb County
- NCES district ID
- 1301740
- Math proficiency
- 19% ▼ -12.00%
- Reading proficiency
- 28% ▼ -7.00%
- Median HH income
- $51,448
- Composite
- 20.92/100
- National rank
- #8482
- State rank
- #125 of 174 in GA
Livability — Scottdale
- Score
- 79/100
- State rank
- #18
- US rank
- #2327
Category grades
Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.
Census & demographics
- Census place
- Scottdale, GA
- County
- Dekalb County · 782,738 people
- City population
- 4,831
- Metro
- Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
- Population (ZIP)
- 4,831
- Household income
- $82,500
- Rent vs Own
- Severe rent burden
- 353.0
Population outlook (DeKalb County) Hauer SSP2
- Today (2025)
- 839,977 people
- By 2030
- 891,768 · +6.2%
- By 2040
- 988,894 · +17.7%
- By 2050
- 1,074,583 · +27.9%
- By 2075
- 1,245,026 · +48.2%
- By 2100
- 1,303,135 · +55.1%
Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023
- Neighborhood character
- Highly diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.74)
- Race & ethnicity
- Black 40% White 22% Two or more races 19% Hispanic / Latino 17% Asian 16%
- Hispanic origin (detail)
- Common ancestry
- Romanian 3% Scotch-Irish 3% Slovak 3%
- Foreign-born
- 17% · Canada, South Korea, Vietnam
- Languages at home
- 78% English-only · Other Indo-European 14% Spanish 2% French/Haitian/Cajun 1%
Political lean MEDSL · DeKalb
- 2024 margin
- Solid D (+64.8) · D 81.9% · R 17.1% · Other 1.0%
- 2008→2024 swing
- +6.1pp toward D · 2008: 58.6pp · 2024: 64.8pp
- All cycles
- 2024: D+64.8 2020: D+67.4 2016: D+64.8 2012: D+56.8 2008: D+58.6
Not yet ingested
- Civics
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Market trends
- HPI YoY
- ▲ 23.96%
- Current HPI
- 368.6558
- Rent YoY
- —
- Metro
- Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
- State GDP YoY
- ▲ 2.66%
- F500 in state
- 28
Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in GA)
| Industry | F500 HQs | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| Paper / Packaging | 2 | $29B |
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| Retail | 1 | $160B |
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| Transportation / Logistics | 1 | $91B |
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| Airlines | 1 | $62B |
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| Consumer Goods | 1 | $47B |
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| Utilities | 1 | $25B |
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Price history
+450.3% since first listed47 events — show timeline
- 2026-04-24 Listed $299,900 FMLS
- 2026-04-24 Listed $299,900 GAMLS
- 2026-04-08 Listing Removed — GAMLS
- 2026-04-01 Relisted — GAMLS
- 2026-03-31 Listing Removed — FMLS
- 2026-03-31 Listing Removed — GAMLS
- 2025-12-19 Relisted — FMLS
- 2025-12-19 Relisted — GAMLS
- 2025-12-18 Listing Removed — FMLS
- 2025-12-18 Listing Removed — GAMLS
- 2025-09-18 Price Changed $324,900 GAMLS
- 2025-09-18 Price Changed $324,900 FMLS
- 2025-07-23 Price Changed $325,000 FMLS
- 2025-07-23 Price Changed $325,000 GAMLS
- 2025-06-20 Listed $350,000 FMLS
- 2025-06-20 Listed $350,000 GAMLS
- 2016-02-10 Price Changed $119,000 FMLS
- 2014-10-28 Price Changed $38,000 GAMLS
- 2013-10-24 Price Changed $119,000 GAMLS
- 2013-04-08 Sold (Public Records) $120,000 Public Records
- 2013-04-03 Listing Removed — FMLS
- 2013-03-29 Sold (MLS) $120,000 GAMLS
- 2013-03-29 Sold (MLS) $120,000 FMLS
- 2013-02-25 Pending — FMLS
- 2013-02-20 Pending — GAMLS
- 2013-02-08 Contingent — FMLS
- 2013-02-05 Listing Removed — GAMLS
- 2013-02-03 Price Changed $120,000 GAMLS
- 2013-01-21 Price Changed $120,000 FMLS
- 2013-01-20 Price Changed $119,000 GAMLS
- 2013-01-20 Price Changed $119,000 FMLS
- 2012-10-12 Listed $125,000 FMLS
- 2012-10-12 Listed $125,000 GAMLS
- 2012-03-08 Listing Removed — FMLS
- 2012-03-05 Sold (MLS) $38,000 GAMLS
- 2012-03-05 Sold (MLS) $36,000 FMLS
- 2012-01-23 Listing Removed — GAMLS
- 2011-12-17 Pending — GAMLS
- 2011-12-15 Pending — FMLS
- 2011-12-09 Price Changed $39,500 GAMLS
- 2011-11-13 Relisted — GAMLS
- 2011-11-13 Price Changed $39,500 GAMLS
- 2011-11-11 Listed $39,500 FMLS
- 2010-10-14 Listing Removed — GAMLS
- 2010-07-30 Price Changed $88,900 GAMLS
- 2010-07-08 Listed $92,300 GAMLS
- 2003-01-28 Sold (Public Records) $54,500 Public Records
Property tax history
+6.4%/yrLatest (2025): $7,066 · +1.3% YoY. Source: county tax records.
Cash-flow waterfall
monthlySold comps — $/sqft
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