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$1,730,000
New Listing

540 John Wesley Dobbs AVE NE
Atlanta, GA 30312

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
6
Beds
4
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
3,808
SqFt
$454
/SqFt
1920
Built
Subdivision:
Old Fourth Ward
County:
Fulton
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540 John Wesley Dobbs AVE NE540 John Wesley Dobbs AVE NE540 John Wesley Dobbs AVE NE540 John Wesley Dobbs AVE NE
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Welcome to The Dobbs, a rare and historic single-family residence opportunity in the heart of Old Fourth Ward offering over 3,700 square feet of living space. Once home to civil rights leader John Wesley Dobbs, this remarkable property blends history, character, and modern flexibility. Located just four blocks from the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail, the home is surrounded by some of the city's best restaurants, breweries, shopping, and entertainment. Even more unique, the property sits directly on the Freedom Trail Path with easy access to Centennial Olympic Park, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Downtown Atlanta. Currently configured as a multi-family property, the home offers the option to remain as-is or be converted into a spacious single-family residence. The property is being sold fully furnished, allowing for immediate use or a seamless transition into a personalized single-family layout. The Main Level features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, soaring 12-foot ceilings, and updated kitchen and bathroom finishes, creating an open and inviting living environment. The Second Floor offers 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a flexible loft-style living area at the rear of the home, ideal for a media room, home office, guest suite, or additional living space. Professionally designed and thoughtfully curated, the home offers impressive outdoor living spaces in both the front and rear yards, surrounded by lush, resort-style landscaping that creates a private urban retreat. The driveway is currently fenced but can easily be converted back to a standard driveway, providing parking for up to four vehicles. Additional easy street parking is available on both John Wesley and Howell Street. This is a truly rare opportunity to own a historically significant property in one of Atlanta's most sought-after neighborhoods, offering walkability, character, and long-term value in the heart of Old Fourth Ward.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,730,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
6
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,808 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.135 Acres
Year Built 
1920
MLS® Number 
10661913
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$24,563
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
5 hours agoListing first seen on site
5 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.135
Foundation 
Block
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
4
Green Energy Efficient 
AppliancesThermostatRoof
Home Warranty 
Yes
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
Off Street
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Condition 
Updated/Remodeled
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Above 
3808
Style 
Craftsman
Utilities 
Electricity AvailableNatural Gas AvailablePhone Available
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherGas Water HeaterMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Basement 
Crawl Space
Cooling 
Central AirCeiling Fan(s)Gas
Electric 
220 Volts
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
CentralNatural Gas
Interior 
Breakfast BarVaulted Ceiling(s)
Laundry Features 
Laundry Closet
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Other
Exterior 
Gas Grill
Fencing 
Back YardFront YardFencedWood
Lot Features 
Level
Other Structures 
Gazebo
Patio And Porch 
Porch
Roof 
Composition
View 
City
Waterview 
City
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkPlaygroundSidewalksStreet Lights
Financing Terms Available 
1031 ExchangeCash
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Hope Hill
Middle School
David T Howard
High School
Grady
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