981 Cherokee Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30315
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981 Cherokee Avenue,Atlanta, GA 30315
$479,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: carly brown
Office: keller williams realty
MLS#:10695104
Source:METROMLS
Price summary
- Price:$479,000
About this home
Some homes are about square footage. Others are about possibility. 981 Cherokee Ave is firmly the latter. Located on one of Grant Park's most loved streets, this charming cottage offers buyers something increasingly rare in intown Atlanta: a chance to own in an A+ neighborhood at an approachable entry point - with room to add value over time. The home is filled with natural light and has a layout that lives comfortably day to day, with connected common spaces that make it easy to imagine hosting friends, working from home, or settling into a slower neighborhood rhythm. The bedrooms are more modest in size, but the tradeoff is intentional - a footprint that's efficient, manageable, and ideal for buyers who value location, charm, and smart investment over excess space. Step outside and you're minutes from Grant Park, the BeltLine, restaurants, coffee shops, and neighborhood staples - the kind of walkable lifestyle that consistently supports long-term demand and resale value. From an analytical standpoint, the opportunity here is clear. Homes on Cherokee Avenue and in the surrounding Grant Park corridor continue to perform well due to limited inventory, strong owner-occupant demand, and consistent renovation activity. For investors or renovation-minded buyers, this property offers a compelling value-add play in a proven location. To make that opportunity even more accessible, a renovation loan option is available through Highland Mortgage, allowing buyers to finance improvements alongside their purchase. This creates a realistic path for first-time buyers who may assume they can't afford both a home they love and the updates they want - and for investors looking to execute upgrades efficiently without tying up all-cash capital. Whether you're a buyer searching for a charming cottage to make your own, an investor focused on long-term fundamentals, or a first-time homeowner ready to enter the Grant Park market with a smart plan, 981 Cherokee Ave offers both emotional appeal and financial logic. This is a home you can grow into - and an opportunity that makes sense on paper....
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Home facts
- Year built:1940
- Listing ID #:10695104
- Updated:March 30, 2026 at 10:47 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Tile, Vinyl
- Bathrooms Description:Double Vanity
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal
- Basement Description:Interior Entry
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Composition
- Year built:1940
- Lot area:0.25 Acres
- Lot Features:Level, Private
- Architectural Style:Brick 4 Side, Bungalow/Cottage
- Construction Materials:Brick
- Exterior Features:Deck/Patio, Garden
- Foundation Description:Block
- Levels:1.5 Story
Schools
- High school:MH Jackson Jr
- Middle school:King
- Elementary school:Parkside
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Available
- Sewer:Public Sewer, Sewer Available
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$479,000
- Tax amount:$4,683 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal
- Laundry features:In Basement
- Amenities:Double Pane Windows, Smoke Detector(s)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Attached, Off Street Parking
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