Park Realty | Atlanta Real Estate | 31 Lafayette Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
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Designed and built in the Italianate style as his personal residence by the Fox Theatre's renowned architect P. Thornton Marye, this exceptional 1913 stucco home rests on a gentle hill in picturesque Ansley Park. Overlooking Winn Park, stone steps lead to a brick-lined patio spanning the width of the fa ade and an arched entryway prefaces the covered front porch and double front door entry. The inviting foyer seamlessly blends the old with the new and impresses with marble tile flooring in a strong geometric pattern that contrasts beautifully with the black steel doors, neutral color scheme and extensive woodwork lining the walls. The inviting formal living room boasts accordion-style doors opening to the front patio, ornate acanthus leaf crown molding, a bold Goyard-style fireplace surround and rich dark floors with a dark perimeter inlay. The adjacent family room is spacious and features judge's molding, a modern light fixture and perimeter lighting for highlighting artwork. The family room flows into the stunning, light-filled kitchen, outfitted with an oversized island with seating, marble countertops, cabinets to the ceiling, a gas cooktop with a pot filler, appliance garages, a casual dining area with a bay window bench seat and a wall of glass doors opening to the rear patio and outdoor fireplace. Completing the first level is an office with built-in bookcases, a laundry room/mudroom and a stylish half bathroom. Upstairs, relax in the spacious primary suite, which includes a large bedroom, a fireplace, a morning bar and a luxurious en suite bathroom with dual vanities, penny tile floors, a seamless glass steam shower with multiple shower heads and a separate soaking bathtub. A large walk-in closet with a packing island and extensive built-ins ensures there is a place for everything, and the adjoining second laundry room provides endless convenience. This level also includes a sun-drenched office/bedroom lined with windows on three sides, a spacious guest bedroom and two bathrooms, each with dual sinks, a bathtub and a shower. The unfinished basement is perfect for storage or use as a gym, complete with a sauna! Outside, the rear entertaining courtyard delights with an outdoor fireplace, a built-in grilling area with a Big Green Egg and plenty of room for seating and a dining table. This completely fenced space leads to a carriage house with a two-car garage and a one-bedroom guest suite atop. Located in sought-after Ansley Park, this timeless home offers proximity to many of Atlanta's most desirable destinations, including, the Atlanta Botanical Garden, the High Museum of Art, Piedmont Park, Buckhead, Midtown and so much more. Own an incredible piece of Atlanta history in this stunning Ansley Park home.
| LAST UPDATED | 3/27/2025 | TRACT | Ansley Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR BUILT | 1913 | GARAGE SPACES | 2.0 |
| COUNTY | Fulton | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Virginia-Highland |
|---|---|
| Jr. High School | David T Howard |
| High School | Midtown |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Central Air |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer |
| BASEMENT | Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partial, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION | Stucco |
| EXTERIOR | Courtyard, Garden, Private Entrance, Private Yard |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Yes |
| HEAT | Central, Natural Gas |
| INTERIOR | Bookcases, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| LOT | 9583 sq ft |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | X |
| PARKING | Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s) |
| POOL DESCRIPTION | None |
| SEWER | Public Sewer |
| STORIES | 2 |
| STYLE | European, Mediterranean |
| SUBDIVISION | Ansley Park |
| TAXES | 41281 |
| UTILITIES | Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | City, Other |
| WATER | Public |
| WATER ACCESS | None |
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