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$1,198,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 4,688 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 6 days ago
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The story of 1740 Childress Drive begins long before you step inside. It begins as the private iron gate opens, welcoming you along a brick drive framed by professionally landscaped grounds before revealing a striking blend of brick and stone architecture. From that very first moment, it becomes clear this isn't simply another luxury home-it is a residence defined by privacy, craftsmanship, and spaces designed to be lived in, not simply admired. Inside, soaring ceilings, dramatic walls of windows, rich hardwood floors, exquisite crown molding, and striking architectural details create spaces that feel both grand and inviting. The open-concept design allows each room to flow effortlessly into the next, while the beautifully appointed chef's kitchen serves as the heart of the home-perfectly positioned for everything from intimate family dinners to elegant entertaining. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers six bedrooms, five full baths, and one half bath, providing exceptional flexibility for family, guests, and today's work-from-home lifestyle. The luxurious owner's suite offers a peaceful escape, complete with a private balcony overlooking the wooded surroundings-an ideal setting for morning coffee or unwinding at the end of the day. A separate sitting room adds the perfect space for reading, relaxation, or a private executive office. The finished terrace level creates an entirely new destination within the home. Whether welcoming overnight guests, creating the perfect in-law retreat, or hosting unforgettable movie nights, every detail has been designed to elevate the way you live. A dedicated home theater, spacious recreation room, full bath, laundry area, and generous additional living space come together to create a private retreat within the home. Beyond the main living spaces, the outdoor experience becomes an extension of the home itself. The covered terrace and custom outdoor kitchen create an inviting setting for everything from relaxed family dinners to game-day gatherings and evening entertaining beneath mature trees and professionally landscaped grounds. This private backyard oasis offers a level of seclusion rarely found while remaining just minutes from the conveniences of in-town Atlanta. Ideally positioned with convenient access to Downtown Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, shopping, dining, and major highways, 1740 Childress offers the rare opportunity to enjoy the convenience of city living while coming home to a setting that feels worlds away. Some homes are measured by their square footage. Others are remembered by how they make you feel. This is a home that simply must be experienced in person. Schedule your private showing today.

Full Property Details for 1740 Childress Dr SW

General

  • Price: $1,198,000
  • Taxes: $18,393 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: FMLS_Atlanta
  • MLS ID: 7811403
  • Updated: 7/30/2026
  • Added to Site: 24 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer 2 Story, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceiling(s), Bookcases, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Track Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Great Room, Living Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Separate His/Hers

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Bedroom Features: Oversized Master Bedroom, Sitting Room

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Stained Cabinets, Breakfast Bar, Pantry Walk-In, Solid Surface Counters, View to Family Room, Wine Rack
  • Dining Room: Open Concept, Great Room
  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Main Level

Additional Information

  • Amenities: Gated, Guest Suite, Near Shopping, Other
  • Security/Safety: Security Gate, Security Lights, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Equipment: Home Theater

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Gas Grill, Lighting, Other, Private Entrance
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened, Te

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Garage

Location

  • County: Fulton
  • Subdivision: ADAMS DRIVE ESTATES
  • Driving Directions: From I-285 South, take exit 7 onto Cascade Road. Turn left and travel approximately 0.8 miles to Childress Drive and turn right. The destination is less than 1 mile on your left. From the Airport (15 min) Merge onto I-85 toward Atlanta, I-75N, take exit 77 to merge onto Langford Pkwy toward SR-166 Alt. Travel West on SR-166 and take exit onto Campbellton Rd toward Greenbriar Parkway, and turn right. Travel 1/2 mile and turn right onto Childress Drive SW, destination will be on your right.

School Information

  • Elementary School: L. O. Kimberly
  • Middle School: Ralph Bunche
  • High School: D. M. Therrell

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Underground Utilities

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Detached/Attached: Detached
  • Exterior Const.: Stone, Brick 4 Sides
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Finished, Exterior Entry
  • Roof: Composition
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters
  • Stories/Levels: Three Or More
  • Square Feet: 4,688
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Property Condition: Resale

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen

Lot Features

  • Property View: Other
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.55
  • Lot Size Source: Owner
  • Lot Dimensions: 355 x 160 x 61 x 172 x 59 x 56
  • Frontage: City Street
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Open Lot, Private, Wooded
  • Fencing (Description): Privacy, Front Yard, Wrought Iron

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $18,393
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, FHA

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 14 0232 LL1018
  • Block: 2
  • Lot Number: 1

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Schools serving 1740 Childress Dr SW

School District:Atlanta City School District
NameGradesDistance
Kimberly Elementary School
3090 McMurray Drive Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30311
K-50.4 mi
Bunche Middle School
1925 Niskey Lake Road Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30331
6-82.5 mi
Therrell High School
3099 Panther Trail Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30311
9-120.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1740 Childress Dr SW Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
7/27/2026
Listed
$1,198,000
407.63%
MLS
6/30/2011
Sold
$236,000
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Tax History for 1740 Childress Dr SW

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$18,393
71%
$577,120
122%
2023
$10,764
-36%
$260,000
-36%
2022
$16,784
89%
$405,400
66%
2021
$8,873
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$243,520
1%
2021
$8,873
-9%
$240,640
2%
2019
$9,712
123%
$236,360
124%
2018
$4,360
58%
$105,320
65%
2017
$2,752
—
$63,720
—
2016
$2,759
—
$63,720
—
2015
$2,766
11%
$63,720
16%
2014
$2,499
4%
$55,120
2%
2012
$2,401
—
$54,040
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1740 Childress Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30311 (MLS# 7811403) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1740 Childress Drive SW is currently listed for $1,198,000 and was received on July 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 1740 Childress Drive SW? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Atlanta? You can browse all Atlanta real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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