487 Magnolia DR, Pine Lake, GA 30072
487 Magnolia DR, Pine Lake, GA 30072
487 Magnolia DR, Pine Lake, GA 30072
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Terin Delisser

Terin Delisser

+1(678) 427-2662
$350,000
Est. payment /mo
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,887 SqFt
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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,887 sqft

Price per Sqft $185

Subdivision Pine Lake

MLS Listing ID 7853712

Style Bungalow

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Construction Status Resale

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1985

Annual Tax Amount $6,688

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 7,840 Sqft

Acres 0.18

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source First Multiple Listing Service

Property Description

Not Your Beige-and-Boring Bungalow. Not Even Close! For the creatively inclined, the gloriously unconventional, and anyone who has ever looked at a millennial-grey house and thought absolutely not — Welcome to Pine Lake, Atlanta's wonderfully eccentric little city, where colorful bungalows, eclectic cottages, outdoor art, and a vibrant arts community are all part of the landscape. There's even a sandy beach. Around here, basic is beside the point. Tucked into this delightfully offbeat community, this one-of-a-kind artist's retreat plays its cards close to the chest from the outside and lets its freak flag fly within. Wrapped in Milton & King designer wallpaper and punctuated by playful pops of color, this home is proof that good taste doesn't have to take itself too seriously. Step inside and all eyes are on you as Leatherface himself is waiting to make an unforgettable first impression. Consider it your first clue that this is no ordinary domestic situation.
Warm hardwood floors lead into a colorful retro kitchen with newly updated quartz countertops, a modern stainless steel double-bowl sink, fresh paint, a new herringbone tile backsplash, and a shiny new dishwasher. A flexible bonus room is ready to moonlight as a third bedroom, home office, or additional dining space, with a guest bath dressed in tropical hues nearby.
Then there's the living room. Tangerine and maroon walls climb toward vaulted ceilings, while a rose-tinted Nosferatu outlined in pink fur keeps watch over a hidden hideaway. Writer's den? Mini recording studio? Painting nook? Your own little lair for plotting your next creative masterpiece? Consider the possibilities delightfully open-ended. A gold corkscrew staircase makes a dramatic exit from the living area as it winds upstairs, where brand-new engineered hardwood floors lead to two bedrooms. In the primary suite, remote-controlled blackout shades let you decide exactly when the outside world gets access to your morning. A custom Elfa closet system gives your most eclectic garbs a very organized home of their own, while an island-inspired bath offers a sea-blue double vanity, soaking tub, and steamy shower—because even those living in a capitalistic hellscape deserve a proper reset.
Out back, the fully fenced yard is ready for its next chapter of shenanigans, with a spacious deck and tiki bar practically begging for theme parties, tropical cocktails, and evenings that turn into stories. The two-car garage brings a practical plot twist of its own: a Level 2 EV charger and plenty of extra room for a workshop, creative studio, or storage for the projects you swear you'll finish someday. Behind the scenes, the less glamorous but very important details have received attention, too. The crawlspace has been professionally cleaned and sealed with a new vapor barrier, and the plumbing has been updated.
And then there's Pine Lake itself, affectionately known as the “Arts' Natural Habitat.” This tight-knit community draws artists, environmentalists, nature lovers, and anyone looking for a deeper sense of connection to the place they call home. Officially recognized as an Atlanta Audubon Certified Wildlife Sanctuary, Pine Lake is a rare little pocket of community-minded living where protecting birds and native habitats is part of the local ethos.
Spend your days paddling on the lake, wandering wetland trails, lounging on the sandy beach, or soaking up the beloved LakeFest. All the while, enjoy the feeling of being tucked away in your own creative corner of the world — with Decatur, Avondale Estates, Stone Mountain Village, Emory, and I-285 just minutes away. Come for the eccentricity. Stay for the community. And please, leave the beige at the door.

Location

State GA

County Dekalb

Area Pine Lake

Lake Name None

Rooms

Bedroom Description Oversized Master

Other Rooms Other

Basement None

Main Level Bedrooms 1

Dining Room Open Concept, Other

Kitchen Cabinets Other, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Stone Counters, View to Family Room

Interior

Interior Features Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Central, Natural Gas

Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Brick, Great Room

Equipment None

Window Features Double Pane Windows,Insulated Windows

Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer

Laundry In Hall

Exterior

Exterior Feature Private Yard, Rear Stairs, Storage

Parking Features Covered, Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Level Driveway

Garage Spaces 2.0

Fence Back Yard

Pool None

Community Features Beach Access, Lake, Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Street Lights

Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Waterfront Description None

View Y/N Yes

View Trees/Woods

Roof Type Shingle

Street Surface Asphalt,Paved

Accessibility None

Handicap Access None

Porch Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, Front Yard, Level

Story Two

Foundation Block, Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Bungalow

Level or Stories Two

Structure Type Wood Siding,Other

Construction Status Resale

Schools

Elementary Schools Rockbridge - Dekalb

Middle Schools Stone Mountain

High Schools Stone Mountain

Others

Senior Community no

Restrictions false

Tax ID 18 041 08 179

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First Multiple Listing Service(FMLS)
Listed by Compass
Terin Delisser

Terin Delisser

Broker License ID: 368799

+1(678) 427-2662

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