2552 Lavista Road
Decatur, GA, 30033 $ 795,000
Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Sq 2,112 Monthly Estimate*
$ 5,491
for $795,000 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 2,112 square foot home was built in 1956 on a lot size of 0.45.
|| CASA LA PALMAS - PRIVATE GATED RETREAT || NEARLY $250K IN 2026 LUXURY RENOVATIONS || DESIGNER'S PERSONAL RESIDENCE || PARK-LIKE GROUNDS + MATURE PALMS || $60K FORGED STEEL ENTRY || $50K+ LANDSCAPING INVESTMENT || EXPANSIVE DAYLIGHT BASEMENT || Some homes impress you the moment you walk inside. CASA LA PALMAS makes an impression before you even reach the front door. Hidden behind a PRIVATE FORGED STEEL GATE and towering mature hedges, this extraordinary ranch offers the feeling of a secluded estate in one of Atlanta's most convenient locations. Owned by an INTERIOR DESIGNER WITH 25 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE, the home has undergone NEARLY $250,000 IN LUXURY RENOVATIONS IN 2026, with finishes selected for the owner's own long-term enjoyment. The arrival is unforgettable. HAND-PREPARED ANTIQUE BRICK PILLARS AND WING WALLS frame the forged steel entrance, equipped with a COMMERCIAL-GRADE DKS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM. Approximately $60,000 was invested in the gate and fencing. Beyond it, hedges over 12 feet tall create remarkable privacy, while mature palm trees reaching up to 30 feet give CASA LA PALMAS its name. The seller describes the setting as exceptionally quiet despite its convenient Lavista Road address. The PARK-LIKE GROUNDS are a destination of their own. More than $50,000 was invested this year in tree removal, leveling, and landscaping. BLUESTONE WALKWAYS wind through the property, while a 150-FOOT RIVER-ROCK DRY CREEK adds beauty and practical drainage. The LEVEL BACKYARD offers space for games, pets, outdoor gatherings, or exploring a future pool, subject to approvals. Enjoy evenings on the REAR DECK or AUTUMN SLATE TERRACE, with a professional stainless steel grill included. Inside, the designer's eye is evident everywhere: approximately $75,000 IN CUSTOM SOLID-WOOD MOLDINGS, TRAY AND VAULTED CEILINGS, SELECT 3/4-INCH WHITE OAK FLOORS, SOLID-CORE DOORS, SCALAMANDRE WALLPAPER, DESIGNER LIGHTING, and custom solid-wood plantation shutters. A FORMAL FOYER, LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, AND MORNING/KEEPING ROOM create distinct spaces for everyday life and entertaining, complemented by THREE FIREPLACES. The CHEF'S KITCHEN pairs beauty with performance: a NEW PROFESSIONAL 8-BURNER DUAL-FUEL RANGE, CUSTOM CABINETRY WITH WOOD DRAWER INSERTS, 3CM WHITE QUARTZ, POT FILLER, and FLOOR-TO-CEILING ANN SACKS TILE. Both bathrooms feature EXOTIC MARBLE IMPORTED FROM JERUSALEM, including rare amber-veined and navy-specked stone, alongside KOHLER FIXTURES and a JACUZZI JETTED TUB. Professionally designed closets, premium paint finishes, and carefully planned lighting complete the experience. All THREE BEDROOMS and TWO BATHROOMS are on the main level, while a MASSIVE UNFINISHED DAYLIGHT BASEMENT offers exceptional storage and future possibilities. And beyond the gates, EMORY UNIVERSITY, CHILDREN'S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA, shopping, dining, and in-town destinations are conveniently accessible. CASA LA PALMAS is more than a beautifully renovated ranch. It is the rare combination of YEARS OF MATURE LANDSCAPING, GATED PRIVACY, DESIGNER-LEVEL CRAFTSMANSHIP, AND AN IN-TOWN LOCATION - a personal retreat that would be exceptionally difficult to recreate.
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FeaturesGeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating Central Electric Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Utilities Cable Available Electricity Available Natural Gas Available Phone Available Sewer Available Water Available
Roof Composition
Appliances Dishwasher Disposal Double Oven Gas Water Heater Gas Range Microwave Range Hood Refrigerator Self Cleaning Oven
Patio/Porch Features Patio Deck
Architectural Style Ranch Traditional
Pool Features None
Security Features Security Gate Secured Garage/Parking Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) Closed Circuit Camera(s) Fire Alarm Smoke Detector(s) Security System Owned
Construction Materials Brick 4 Sides Cement Siding Brick
Year Built 1956
Electric 220 Volts
View Trees/Woods
Levels Multi/Split
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
Parcel Number 18 150 03 027
Waterfront Features None
Community Features Airport/Runway Near Schools Near Shopping
Accessibility None
HOA Fee 2 0
County Dekalb - GA
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Energy Efficient Appliances Insulation Thermostat Windows Water Heater
Subdivision Name Sagamore Hills
Green Energy Generation None
Other Structures None
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions I-85 N exit 91 merge onto I-85 Access Rd right on Clairmont Rd left on Lavista Rd
High School Lakeside - Dekalb
City Decatur
Body of Water None
Spa Features None
Elementary School Laurel Ridge
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 4958
Home Warranty Y/N true
Middle/Junior High School Dekalb - Other
Property Condition Resale
Standard Status Active
Tax Lot 3
Freehold IDX
Corporate Owner None
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InteriorInterior Amenities Beamed Ceilings Cathedral Ceiling(s) Coffered Ceiling(s) Disappearing Attic Stairs Entrance Foyer High Ceilings 10 ft Main Vaulted Ceiling(s) Crown Molding High Speed Internet Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures Tray Ceiling(s)
Basement Daylight Interior Entry Exterior Entry Full Unfinished
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 3
Fireplace Features Electric Family Room Master Bedroom
Common Walls No Common Walls
Window Features Double Pane Windows Plantation Shutters Wood Frames
Above Grade Finished Area 2112
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Laundry Closet Main Level
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Room Type Family Room Den
Main Level Bedrooms 3
Main Level Bathrooms 2
Kitchen Features Cabinets White Kitchen Island Pantry Solid Surface Counters View to Family Room
Total Baths 2
Primary Bathroom Features Shower Only
Dining Room Features Separate Dining Room
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ExteriorExterior Amenities Garden Gas Grill Private Entrance Private Yard Rain Gutters
Fencing Brick Chain Link Front Yard Privacy Wrought Iron
Parking Features None
Lot Features Back Yard Landscaped Level Private Front Yard
Water Source Public
Total Parking 2
Foundation Details Block
Building Area Total 2112
Lot Dimensions 0
Lot Size Acres 0.45
Road Surface Type Asphalt
Lot Size Source Owner
Road Frontage Type City Street
Other Equipment None
Horse Amenities None
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByRHONDA DUFFYListing Agent
Duffy Realty Of AtlantaBroker
contracts@rhondaduffy.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $5,491
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $413
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Average List Price $398,510
Percent of Sale Price 50%
About Decatur, GA 22,020 Population
18% Since 2002
$ 90,093 Median Income
40.1 Median Age
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0 Elementary School
0 Middle School
Lakeside - Dekalb High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 10/22/2026 | $795,000 | -6.47% | Price Down |
| 10/16/2026 | $850,000 | | Listed Price |