LOT 1 – 2897 BRIARCLIFF ROAD CORNER ESTATE LOT
Approximate Lot Size
13,594 SF ± (0.320 Acres ±)
Buildable Coverage
Approximate allowable building footprint: 4,884 SF ±
This highly visible corner lot offers exceptional frontage and a prominent estate setting with generous dimensions suitable for a substantial custom residence.
Based on the current zoning parameters and conceptual building envelope, the site appears capable of supporting:
• Approximate 4,800+ SF main-level footprint
• Potential 8,000–10,000+ SF total residence depending on final design
• Multi-car garage configuration
• Pool and outdoor living potential
• Luxury modern, transitional, or traditional architectural styles
The corner positioning creates strong curb appeal and flexibility in driveway orientation and site planning.
LOT 2 – BEACON HILL ESTATE LOT
Approximate Lot Size
11,740 SF ± (0.270 Acres ±)
Buildable Coverage
Approximate allowable building footprint: 4,109 SF ±
This parcel provides an excellent opportunity for a large custom residence with a highly efficient rectangular building envelope.
Based on the zoning and conceptual site configuration, the property appears capable of supporting:
• Approximate 4,100+ SF main-level footprint
• Potential 7,000–9,000+ SF total residence depending on final design
• Attached garage and expansive outdoor living areas
• Luxury custom home with multiple stories and basement potential
The site configuration offers efficient buildability while maintaining strong privacy and attractive streetscape presence.
COMBINED ESTATE OPPORTUNITY
Potential Assemblage for One Signature Luxury Residence
When combined, the two parcels create a rare large-scale estate opportunity totaling approximately 25,334 SF ± (0.58 Acres ±) along the prestigious Briarcliff corridor.
The assemblage offers an exceptional opportunity to develop a landmark custom residence with substantial frontage, enhanced privacy, expanded outdoor living areas, and a true estate-scale presence that is increasingly difficult to replicate within Atlanta’s intown neighborhoods.
Based on the current R-85 zoning parameters, conceptual building envelopes, and combined lot configuration, the assembled property appears capable of supporting:
• Approximate 8,800–9,000 SF ± building footprint potential
• Potential 12,000–16,000+ SF luxury residence depending on final design and configuration
• Expansive motor court and multi-car garage accommodations
• Resort-style pool, guest house, pool pavilion, and outdoor entertainment areas
• Significant landscaping and privacy enhancements
• Modern estate, transitional, European, or contemporary architectural concepts
The combined site configuration creates flexibility rarely found in intown Atlanta, allowing for:
• Larger and more efficient building envelopes
• Improved driveway and circulation planning
• Enhanced separation from adjacent properties
• Premium architectural street presence
• Greater outdoor amenity integration
The assemblage is especially attractive for a luxury end user or builder seeking to create a one-of-a-kind signature estate in close proximity to Emory University, Buckhead, Morningside, Virginia-Highland, and Downtown Decatur.
Recent luxury redevelopment trends throughout the Briarcliff and North Druid Hills corridors continue to support strong demand for large custom homes on oversized lots, particularly properties capable of accommodating estate-scale residences with modern amenities and expansive outdoor environments.
REDEVELOPMENT & RECONFIGURATION OPPORTUNITY
Potential Replat Into New Beacon Hill Frontage Lots
In addition to the opportunity to develop the parcels individually or as a combined estate, the properties may also present a compelling redevelopment strategy involving assemblage and reconfiguration into newly created Beacon Hill Boulevard frontage lots, subject to survey, subdivision approval, zoning compliance, and DeKalb County approval.
This approach could allow a developer or builder to reposition the combined site into a more cohesive luxury streetscape fronting Beacon Hill Boulevard while reducing the visual and traffic influence associated with Briarcliff Road frontage.
A replat and reconfiguration strategy may create several potential advantages:
• Creation of new Beacon Hill addresses
• Improved luxury residential positioning and marketability
• Enhanced neighborhood character and curb appeal
• More efficient lot orientation and driveway placement
• Greater privacy and reduced direct exposure to Briarcliff Road traffic
• Ability to design cohesive luxury home elevations and streetscape presentation
Based on the combined acreage and conceptual building envelope configurations, the site may support:
• Two newly configured luxury residential lots
• Large custom homes with substantial square footage
• Enhanced architectural consistency and site planning
• Premium resale positioning within the surrounding neighborhood
Depending on final engineering, lot layout, grading, and county approvals, newly configured lots could potentially support:
• Approximate 4,000–5,000+ SF building footprints
• Potential 7,000–10,000+ SF custom residences
• Three-car garages and motor courts
• Pools and outdoor entertainment areas
• Modern luxury home product comparable to nearby redevelopment activity
The ability to establish new Beacon Hill frontage creates an attractive infill redevelopment opportunity for builders seeking premium residential positioning within one of Atlanta’s strongest intown housing corridors.
Purchasers should independently verify subdivision feasibility, access requirements, frontage requirements, utility availability, stormwater requirements, zoning compliance, and all redevelopment approvals with DeKalb County and applicable consultants.
ZONING INFORMATION
Zoning Classification: R-85
Unincorporated DeKalb County
The R-85 zoning classification is intended for low-density single-family residential development and supports the construction of large custom residences.
Development Standards
• Minimum Front Setback: 40 feet
• Side Street Setback: 35 feet
• Interior Side Setback: 8 feet
• Rear Setback: 40 feet
• Maximum Lot Coverage: 35%
• Maximum Building Height: 35 feet
Purchasers should independently verify all zoning, permitting, subdivision, and development requirements with DeKalb County.
Anil Vaswani
Location Real Estate Partners, Inc
