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540 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue NE
Atlanta GA 30312 US

$1,690,000

Active Listing ID 10661913
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6 bed
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4.00 Bath (4 Full)
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Lot: 0.14 Acres
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Single Family Residence

$1,690,000

Active Listing ID 10661913
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540 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue NE HISTORIC OLD FOURTH WARD MASTERPIECE - PRICE IMPROVEMENT - 3, 700+ SQ FT. Welcome to "The Dobbs, " a rare and historically significant single-family residence in the heart of Atlanta. Once home to civil rights leader John Wesley Dobbs, this 3, 700+ square foot estate perfectly blends historic character with modern versatility. Located just four blocks from the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail and sitting directly on the Freedom Trail Path, this home offers unmatched walkability to the city's premier restaurants, breweries, and entertainment. VERSATILE LIVING OPPORTUNITY: Currently configured as a multi-family property, this home offers the flexibility to remain an income-producing asset or be easily converted into a grand, spacious single-family residence. Even better, the property is being sold FULLY FURNISHED, allowing for an immediate move-in or a seamless transition for a personalized layout. THE MAIN LEVEL: Features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with soaring 12-foot ceilings. Updated kitchen and bathroom finishes create an open, inviting living environment perfect for entertaining. THE SECOND FLOOR: Offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a flexible loft-style living area at the rear of the home. This space is ideal for a media room, home office, guest suite, or additional luxury living area. OUTDOOR OASIS AND PARKING: Professionally designed, resort-style landscaping creates a private urban retreat in both the front and rear yards. Rare for the area, the gated driveway can easily accommodate parking for up to four vehicles, with additional easy street parking 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. Experience character, walkability, and long-term value in the heart of Old Fourth Ward.

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Property Features

  • Facts
  • Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub-type: Single Family Residence
  • Features
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Cooling System: Gas (Cooling), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Exterior Finish: Gas Grill
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Heating Fuels: Central, Natural Gas
  • Additional Features
  • Patio

School Information

  • School
  • Hope Hill(Elementary)
  • David T Howard(MiddleSchool)
  • Grady(HighSchool)

Property

  • propertytype: Residential
  • propertysubtype: Single Family Residence
  • listprice: 1690000
  • unparsedaddress: 540 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue NE
  • postalcity: Atlanta
  • stateorprovince: GA
  • country: US
  • postalcode: 30312
  • bathroomsfull: 4
  • bathroomshalf: 0
  • bathroomsonequarter: 0
  • bathroomsthreequarter: 0
  • lotsizeacres: 0.135
  • lotsizeunits: Acres
  • lotsizearea: 0.135
  • livingarea: 3808
  • livingareaunits: Square Feet
  • latitude: 33.759513
  • longitude: -84.369639
  • listagentfullname: Justin Longenbach
  • listagentemail: longenbachju@gmail.com
  • listagentkey: 3yd-GAMLS-LONGENBACHJU
  • listagentmlsid: LONGENBACHJU
  • listagentpreferredphone: 7704066262
  • listagentofficephone: 4048764901
  • listofficekey: 3yd-GAMLS-PHPA01
  • listofficemlsid: PHPA01
  • disclaimer: Copyright © 2026 Georgia Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
  • sourcesystemid: GAMLS
  • yearbuilt: 1920
  • listingcontractdate: 2025-12-22
  • listagenturl: http://www.palmerhouseproperties.com
  • countyorparish: Fulton
  • parcelnumber: 14 004600061132
  • elementaryschool: Hope Hill
  • highschool: Grady
  • appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • cooling: Gas (Cooling), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • flooring: Hardwood
  • heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • fireplaceyn: False
  • transactiontype: ForSale
  • storiestotal: 2
  • parkingtotal: 4
  • parkingfeatures: Off Street
  • roof: Composition
  • view: City
  • waterfrontyn: False
  • franchiseaffiliation: None
  • interiorfeatures: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • exteriorfeatures: Gas Grill
  • architecturalstyle: Craftsman
  • rooms: Bedroom 6, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 2
  • otherstructures: Gazebo
  • utilities: Phone Available
  • patioandporchfeatures: Porch
  • dock: False
  • poolprivateyn: False
  • spayn: False
  • fencing: Fenced
  • internetaddressdisplayyn: True
  • internetautomatedvaluationdisplayyn: True
  • internetconsumercommentyn: True
  • location: -84.36964, 33.759514
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Listing Changed: 2/24/2026 11:53:26 PM GMT
Source Updated Date: 2/26/2026 12:48:25 PM GMT

Courtesy of: Justin Longenbach, HomeSmart, longenbachju@gmail.com

Copyright © 2026 Georgia Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.