521 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

• 5 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 3,060 sqft

Property Description

Storybook charm meets modern convenience in the heart of Candler Park/Lake Claire. Behind the classic white picket fence, this beautifully updated 1920s home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and the perfect blend of historic character and functional living spaces. The main level is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring a welcoming living room, family room, separate dining room, and a spacious keeping room adjacent to the kitchen—ideal as a playroom, homework space, or gathering spot while meals are being prepared. The thoughtfully designed kitchen is the heart of the home, complete with a large center island, double ovens, an appliance cabinet, and abundant storage. A bedroom and full bath on the main level provide the perfect setup for guests or a home office. Upstairs, an open loft provides flexible space for a home office, play area, media room, or reading nook. Three secondary bedrooms share a well-appointed bath with a double vanity, while the spacious primary suite serves as a private retreat featuring a large walk-in closet with a custom closet system, double vanity, and oversized walk-in shower. Custom closet systems throughout the home maximize organization and storage. Floored attic adds large storage opportunity. Outdoor living is equally inviting with a screened porch that seamlessly extends the living space and provides the perfect setting for entertaining, morning coffee, or relaxing evenings. An open grilling deck overlooks the fenced backyard, offering plenty of room for play, pets, and outdoor gatherings. Located in one of Atlanta's most sought-after neighborhoods and in the highly desirable Mary Lin Elementary school district, this exceptional home offers timeless charm, abundant living space, and unbeatable access to neighborhood parks, local restaurants, shops, and all the amenities that make Candler Park and Lake Claire such beloved communities.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

June 12, 2026

Data Last Updated:

June 13, 2026 at 1:06AM

Listing Office:

Compass : 404-668-6621

Listing Agent:

Alison Sternfels : 404-569-3674

MLS ID:

7785828

Interior

• General: Crown MoldingDisappearing Attic StairsDouble VanityRecessed LightingWalk-In Closet(s)
• Rooms: Family RoomLiving RoomLoft
• Appliances: DishwasherDisposalDouble OvenDryerGas CooktopRange HoodRefrigeratorWasher
• Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupIn HallLaundry Closet
• Basement: Crawl SpacePartialUnfinished
• Flooring: CarpetHardwood
• A/C: Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirElectric
• Heating: CentralForced Air
• Fireplace: Family RoomGas LogGas StarterLiving RoomOutsideFireplaces: 3
• Disability Feature: None
• Eco/Green Feature: NoneNone

Exterior

• General: Rain Gutters
• Style: Craftsman
• Other Structures: Front PorchDeckScreened
• Pool: None
• Parking: DrivewayKitchen LevelParking spaces: 2

Construction

• Roofing: Composition
• Windows: Plantation Shutters
• General: Wood SidingTwoCombination

Location

• Road/Access: County Road
• HOA Amenities: 0.0
• Originating MLS: First Multiple Listing Service
• County: Dekalb - GA

Lot

• Zoning: PB 3K PG 40315 239 01 103
• View: Neighborhood
• Fencing: Back YardWood

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableElectricity AvailableNatural Gas AvailableSewer AvailableWater Available220 Volts
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: First Multiple Listing Service