2586 Wiggins St · Lithonia, 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 6/10 · Moderate
- Hot days now (above 105°F)
- 7 days/yr
- Hot days in 30 yrs
- 18 days/yr
Wind risk 5/10 · Moderate
- Chance of severe wind over 30 yrs
- 26.0%
Air-quality risk 5/10 · Moderate
- Unhealthy air days now
- 7 days/yr
- Unhealthy air days in 30 yrs
- 10 days/yr
Risk factors via First Street. Map © Google.
Why this score? — see what drove the C 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).
- Cash flow +20.1/30.0
- ARV discount +15.0/15.0
- 1% rule +7.3/10.0
- DSCR +6.4/10.0
- Livability +3.2/5.0
- Rent growth +2.8/5.0
- Condition / age +2.5/5.0
- Schools +2.1/10.0
- Appreciation +0.0/10.0
$174,900
🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence
Listing remarks MLS
Ideally located near the heart of historic downtown Lithonia, this classic 4-sided brick ranch offers 2,261 sq. ft. of comfortable living space on a generous 0.224-acre lot. Built in 1956 and thoughtfully maintained, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a master suite with an ensuite bath. The versatile floor plan is centered around a bright living area and a separate formal dining room, while the kitchen offers ample cabinet space and an eat-in area. A highlight of the property is the functional bonus room, perfect for a home office, hobby space, or guest overflow. Outside, the large fenced backyard is ideal for outdoor activities, complemented by a carport and additional parking pad. With its solid brick construction and prime location near local shops, dining, and Stone Mountain Park, this DeKalb County gem offers both character and convenience.
Key facts
- 4-sided brick ranch
- Carport
- 9,757 sq ft lot
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Neighborhood map
What this means for you Summary
Snapshot
- This is a 3-bed/2.0-bath single-family listed at $175k.
Deal economics
- At list price, monthly cash flow is $217 ($3k/yr) — positive.
- The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
- Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $175k).
- Recommended offer: $159k (9.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
Location & tenants
- Location reads 63/100 on livability (#286 in GA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: crime D, schools F, amenities 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.
- Market conditions: Rents rising (+1.2%/yr); 435 active listings in the ZIP; 4 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals lingering (median 44d on market — plan ~5-8 weeks vacancy on turnover, expect pricing pressure); 50% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; 1,240 units permitted in DeKalb County in 2024 (385 in 5+ unit buildings).
- This rent runs 42% of the median local income ($62k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.
Forward outlook
- Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $5k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
- DeKalb County population projected at +28% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
Negotiation context
- It's been on market 111 days — a 9% lower offer ($159k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
- 5 sale attempts since 13y ago; this cycle's ask has dropped $35k (17%) from the opening price — seller is motivated, your offer sets the floor, not the list.
Risks & watch-outs
- Watch-outs: property tax is 3.4% of price; built in 1956 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
- Climate carrying-cost: moderate wind risk, 26% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→18/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Questions for the listing agent
- It's been on market 111 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 9% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
- Built in 1956 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
- Property tax is high relative to price — has the assessment been appealed recently, and will the sale trigger a re-assessment?
- Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
- Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
- Schools are F-rated, which usually means shorter tenancies and higher turnover. Who's the typical renter profile here, and what's been the actual vacancy rate?
- Crime grade is D in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
- 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
- 1.23% ✓
- Cap rate
- 7.78%
- Cash-on-cash
- 5.32%
- DSCR
- 1.24
- GRM
- 6.8
CMA / ARV
- ARV (median comp)
- $309,624
- List price
- $174,900
- Delta
- -43.51%
- Verdict
- UNDERPRICED
- Comps
- 20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 9 sales within ~0.75 mi
| Address | Dist | Beds/Ba | Sqft | Sold | Price | $/sf | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6893 Magnolia St | 0.18mi | 4/3.0 (+1) | 2,323 (+3%) | 5mo | $310,000 | $133 | 74 |
| 3021 Stone Mountain St | 0.43mi | 4/2.0 (+1) | 2,144 (-5%) | 4mo | $285,000 | $133 | 63 |
| 2524 Oakleaf Rdg | 0.48mi | 3/2.5 | 2,242 (-1%) | 14mo | $275,000 | $123 | 63 |
| 2518 Oakleaf Rdg | 0.49mi | 3/2.5 | 2,344 (+4%) | 21mo | $295,000 | $126 | 51 |
| 2411 Oakleaf Cir | 0.58mi | 3/2.5 | 1,994 (-12%) | 15mo | $294,000 | $147 | 38 |
| 2418 Oakleaf Cir | 0.55mi | 3/2.5 | 1,994 (-12%) | 17mo | $299,900 | $150 | 38 |
| 6740 Davidson Ct | 0.57mi | 4/2.5 (+1) | 1,978 (-12%) | 13mo | $240,000 | $121 | 34 |
| 2431 Oakleaf Cir | 0.60mi | 4/2.5 (+1) | 2,058 (-9%) | 23mo | $315,000 | $153 | 31 |
| 2496 Oakleaf Rdg #50 | 0.58mi | 4/2.5 (+1) | 2,020 (-11%) | 22mo | $319,000 | $158 | 30 |
Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.
Projected returns pro-forma
-3.0% appreciation · 1.18% rent growth · sell at horizon
- IRR
- -10.4%
- Equity multiple
- 0.63×
- Total profit
- $-18,184
- Equity at exit
- $26,078
- IRR
- -4.3%
- Equity multiple
- 0.74×
- Total profit
- $-12,536
- Equity at exit
- $15,122
Cash invested: $48,972 (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 30058
- Home prices YoY
- -21.4%
- Rents YoY
- 1.2%
- Active inventory
- 435
- Price-to-rent
- 6.8×
Monthly cashflow live
- Estimated rent
- $2,155 medium interval (Pro) →
- Mortgage (P&I)
- −$917
- Tax from tax record
- −$495 /mo · $5,940/yr
- Insurance
- −$73
- HOA
- −$0
- Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
- −$452
- Net cashflow
- $217
Break-even live
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
- $43,725
- Closing costs
- $5,247
- 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?
- —
Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.
Rent comps 4 comps
| Address | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Rent | $/sqft | DOM | Units | Dist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3001 Heritage Villa Dr Unit 3001 Stonecrest, GA | 3.0 | 2.5 | 2000 | $2,400 | $1.20 | 43d | 1 | 1.16mi |
| 6749 Pole Creek Dr Lithonia, GA | 4.0 | 2.5 | 1882 | $2,195 | $1.17 | 24d | 1 | 1.28mi |
| 3028 Stonebridge Creek Dr Lithonia, GA | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1713 | $1,739 | $1.02 | 16d | 1 | 1.48mi |
| 3010 Stonebridge Creek Dr Lithonia, GA | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1623 | $1,750 | $1.08 | 43d | 1 | 1.50mi |
Listing history 39 events
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2026-06-18days on market $174,900 Active 111 DOM
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2026-06-17days on market $174,900 Active 110 DOM
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2026-06-16days on market $174,900 Active 109 DOM
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2026-06-15days on market $174,900 Active 108 DOM
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2026-06-13days on market $174,900 Active 106 DOM
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2026-06-09days on market $174,900 Active 102 DOM
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2026-06-08days on market $174,900 Active 101 DOM
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2026-06-07days on market $174,900 Active 100 DOM
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2026-06-04days on market $174,900 Active 97 DOM
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2026-06-03days on market $174,900 Active 96 DOM
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2026-06-02days on market $174,900 Active 95 DOM
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2026-06-01statusdays on market $174,900 Active 94 DOM
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2026-05-31days on market $174,900 Price Change 93 DOM
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2026-05-09price $179,900 884-char remark
Show marketing remark (884 chars)
Ideally located near the heart of historic downtown Lithonia, this classic 4-sided brick ranch offers 2,261 sq. ft. of comfortable living space on a generous 0.224-acre lot. Built in 1956 and thoughtfully maintained, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a master suite with an ensuite bath. The versatile floor plan is centered around a bright living area and a separate formal dining room, while the kitchen offers ample cabinet space and an eat-in area. A highlight of the property is the functional bonus room, perfect for a home office, hobby space, or guest overflow. Outside, the large fenced backyard is ideal for outdoor activities, complemented by a carport and additional parking pad. With its solid brick construction and prime location near local shops, dining, and Stone Mountain Park, this DeKalb County gem offers both character and convenience.
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2026-04-17price $189,900 884-char remark
Show marketing remark (884 chars)
Ideally located near the heart of historic downtown Lithonia, this classic 4-sided brick ranch offers 2,261 sq. ft. of comfortable living space on a generous 0.224-acre lot. Built in 1956 and thoughtfully maintained, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a master suite with an ensuite bath. The versatile floor plan is centered around a bright living area and a separate formal dining room, while the kitchen offers ample cabinet space and an eat-in area. A highlight of the property is the functional bonus room, perfect for a home office, hobby space, or guest overflow. Outside, the large fenced backyard is ideal for outdoor activities, complemented by a carport and additional parking pad. With its solid brick construction and prime location near local shops, dining, and Stone Mountain Park, this DeKalb County gem offers both character and convenience.
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2026-04-10price $194,900 884-char remark
Show marketing remark (884 chars)
Ideally located near the heart of historic downtown Lithonia, this classic 4-sided brick ranch offers 2,261 sq. ft. of comfortable living space on a generous 0.224-acre lot. Built in 1956 and thoughtfully maintained, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a master suite with an ensuite bath. The versatile floor plan is centered around a bright living area and a separate formal dining room, while the kitchen offers ample cabinet space and an eat-in area. A highlight of the property is the functional bonus room, perfect for a home office, hobby space, or guest overflow. Outside, the large fenced backyard is ideal for outdoor activities, complemented by a carport and additional parking pad. With its solid brick construction and prime location near local shops, dining, and Stone Mountain Park, this DeKalb County gem offers both character and convenience.
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2026-03-20price $204,900 884-char remark
Show marketing remark (884 chars)
Ideally located near the heart of historic downtown Lithonia, this classic 4-sided brick ranch offers 2,261 sq. ft. of comfortable living space on a generous 0.224-acre lot. Built in 1956 and thoughtfully maintained, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a master suite with an ensuite bath. The versatile floor plan is centered around a bright living area and a separate formal dining room, while the kitchen offers ample cabinet space and an eat-in area. A highlight of the property is the functional bonus room, perfect for a home office, hobby space, or guest overflow. Outside, the large fenced backyard is ideal for outdoor activities, complemented by a carport and additional parking pad. With its solid brick construction and prime location near local shops, dining, and Stone Mountain Park, this DeKalb County gem offers both character and convenience.
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2026-02-27$209,900 New 884-char remark
Show marketing remark (884 chars)
Ideally located near the heart of historic downtown Lithonia, this classic 4-sided brick ranch offers 2,261 sq. ft. of comfortable living space on a generous 0.224-acre lot. Built in 1956 and thoughtfully maintained, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a master suite with an ensuite bath. The versatile floor plan is centered around a bright living area and a separate formal dining room, while the kitchen offers ample cabinet space and an eat-in area. A highlight of the property is the functional bonus room, perfect for a home office, hobby space, or guest overflow. Outside, the large fenced backyard is ideal for outdoor activities, complemented by a carport and additional parking pad. With its solid brick construction and prime location near local shops, dining, and Stone Mountain Park, this DeKalb County gem offers both character and convenience.
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2022-02-24soldstatus $4,479,001
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2017-07-24soldstatus $916,600
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2015-02-26soldstatus $306,300
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2013-08-06price $40,000 565-char remark
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-07-24price $40,000
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2013-07-24historical
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2013-07-22status Pending
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2013-07-19soldstatus $40,000 Sold 565-char remark
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-07-19price $45,000
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-07-19soldstatus $40,000 Sold
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-06-22price $45,000 565-char remark
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-06-05status Back On Market 565-char remark
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-06-05status Active
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-05-29status Under Contract 565-char remark
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-05-29status Pending
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-05-10$45,000 New 565-char remark
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2013-05-10$45,000 Active
Show marketing remark (565 chars)
Located near historic downtown Lithonia! Nice 4-sided brick home, 3BR/2b w/functional in-law suite. Separate LR opens to formal DR; kitchen w/hdwd flrs has island & eat-in area. Bright mstr bdrm w/double closets; bonus rm for extra space;laundry rm leads to deep 1 car garage. In-law suite has kit, brkfst area, bdrm & full bath. 2-car carport plus 3 car parking pad; fenced bkyd for entertaining. Not a foreclosure or short sale. Call for a preview. Property sold AS-IS, No Seller Repairs, Seller's Property Disclosure available. Cash or Conventional Only.
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2010-06-10historical
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2010-01-28soldstatus $11,000 Sold
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1994-09-09soldstatus $49,000
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1984-11-01soldstatus $58,000
ⓘ 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
- $5,940 · $495/mo
- Projected year-2 tax
- $5,940 · $495/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 6/10 Major 7 d/yr ≥105°F today · 18 d/yr by 30 yrs out
- Wind 5/10 Major 26% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
- Air quality 5/10 Major 7 unhealthy d/yr today · 10 by 30 yrs out
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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi
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Taxation est. · year 1
- Rental income
- $25,856
- − Mortgage interest
- −$9,797
- − Property taxes
- −$5,940
- − Insurance
- −$874
- − Repairs & maintenance
- −$2,069
- − Management
- −$2,069
- − Depreciation
- −$5,088
- Taxable income
- $20
- Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
- −$5
- After-tax cash flow
- $2,601/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 — Lithonia
- Score
- 63/100
- State rank
- #286
- US rank
- #15715
Category grades
Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.
Census & demographics
- Census place
- Lithonia, GA
- County
- Dekalb County · 782,738 people
- City population
- 106,390
- Metro
- Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
- Population (ZIP)
- 62,614
- Household income
- $61,684
- Rent vs Own
- Severe rent burden
- 3471.0
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
- Predominantly Black (91%)
- Race & ethnicity
- Black 91% Hispanic / Latino 3% White 3% Two or more races 3%
- Common ancestry
- Hispanic 0%
- Foreign-born
- 12% · Canada, United Kingdom
- Languages at home
- 93% English-only · 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
- ▼ -60.90%
- Current HPI
- 224.0366
- Rent YoY
- ▲ 1.18%
- 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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Price history
+210.2% since first listed26 events — show timeline
- 2026-05-09 Price Changed $179,900 GAMLS
- 2026-04-17 Price Changed $189,900 GAMLS
- 2026-04-10 Price Changed $194,900 GAMLS
- 2026-03-20 Price Changed $204,900 GAMLS
- 2026-02-27 Listed $209,900 GAMLS
- 2022-02-24 Sold (Public Records) $4,479,001 Public Records
- 2017-07-24 Sold (Public Records) $916,600 Public Records
- 2015-02-26 Sold (Public Records) $306,300 Public Records
- 2013-08-06 Price Changed $40,000 GAMLS
- 2013-07-24 Price Changed $40,000 FMLS
- 2013-07-24 Listing Removed — FMLS
- 2013-07-22 Pending — FMLS
- 2013-07-19 Sold (MLS) $40,000 GAMLS
- 2013-07-19 Sold (MLS) $40,000 FMLS
- 2013-07-19 Price Changed $45,000 FMLS
- 2013-06-22 Price Changed $45,000 GAMLS
- 2013-06-05 Relisted — GAMLS
- 2013-06-05 Relisted — FMLS
- 2013-05-29 Pending — GAMLS
- 2013-05-29 Pending — FMLS
- 2013-05-10 Listed $45,000 GAMLS
- 2013-05-10 Listed $45,000 FMLS
- 2010-06-10 Listing Removed — FMLS
- 2010-01-28 Sold (MLS) $11,000 FMLS
- 1994-09-09 Sold (Public Records) $49,000 Public Records
- 1984-11-01 Sold (Public Records) $58,000 Public Records
Property tax history
+18.9%/yrLatest (2025): $5,940 · +2.2% YoY. Source: county tax records.
Cash-flow waterfall
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