2956 Nelson Dr, Duluth, GA 30096
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FOR SALE
0.43 ACRES

2956 Nelson Dr
Duluth, GA 30096

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,928 sqft (on 0.43 acres)

$320,000

Est. Mortgage $1,960/mo*
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$320,000

Est. Mortgage $1,960/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,928 sqft
(on 0.43 acres)
We estimate this home will sell faster than 98% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking
None
Outdoor
Deck
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$109
Listed
41 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 2956 Nelson Dr.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Opportunity awaits in one of Duluth's most convenient locations! This split-level home offers 3 bedrooms and the potential to easily convert back to a 4-bedroom layout, making it an excellent option for growing families, investors, or those seeking additional income. The house has great bones, a functional floor plan, and endless possibilities to make it your own. The main level features a spacious living room, kitchen, two bedrooms, two full baths, and a large covered deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard. Downstairs, you'll find an additional bedroom, a half bath, a family room, a laundry room, and a workshop with its own exterior entrance-ideal for a home business, hobby space, or future guest suite. Enjoy peaceful mornings by the backyard pond with access to the neighborhood lake, all in a quiet, no-HOA community. Just minutes from downtown Duluth, you'll love the restaurants, shops, festivals, and entertainment, along with quick access to Interstate 85 for an easy commute throughout metro Atlanta. A rare opportunity to build equity in a sought-after location!
We estimate this home will sell faster than 98% nearby.

Home Details for 2956 Nelson Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Active Under Contract

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: PartialNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2928 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: In BasementMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: LaminateCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Multi/SplitAccessibility: OtherFloors: Laminate
View
Has a ViewView: Lake
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: FencedVegetation: Cleared, Partially WoodedOther Structures: Shed(s), WorkshopExterior: OtherFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1932 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 996 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 23Days on Market: 41

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1976
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Condition: ResaleParcel Number: R6263 280

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $320,000Price Per Sqft: $109
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: DuluthCommunity: FOREST MANOR NORTH
School Information
Elementary School: HarrisJr High / Middle School: DuluthHigh School: Duluth

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 10794603

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2928 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: None

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneNo HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.43 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: As Is

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 10794603Projected Close Date: Mon Aug 10 2026Water ViewWater View: LakeAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1932Showing Requirements: 9 AM to 10 PM, Vacant

Additional Information

None
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Brad Miller
Crye-Leike, Realtors
Source: GAMLS, MLS#10794603
Also Listed on FMLS GA, GAMLS, FMLS GA.

Market trends in Duluth

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$466K
$30.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$197
$6MoM
Available listings
320
3MoM

Price History for 2956 Nelson Dr

DatePriceEventSource
06/27/2026$320,000Listed For SaleGAMLS #10794603
10/10/2018$170,000Sold
N/A
09/08/2010$142,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/19/2008$139,000Sold
N/A
03/14/2008$142,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/11/2003$134,900Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,022
Assessment$330,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2956 Nelson Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2976 Nelson Dr, Duluth, GA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$294,000
12/16/25
4
2
1,615
2829 Cardinal Trce, Duluth, GA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$280,000
04/22/26
3
2.5
2,259
3204 Westphall Ct, Duluth, GA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$390,000
03/06/26
3
1.5
1,800
3143 Claiborne Dr, Duluth, GA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$350,000
03/10/26
3
2.5
1,853
2888 Cardinal Trce, Duluth, GA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$371,000
01/20/26
4
3
2,394

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Duluth

At least 669 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 32 % Say there are community events

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    "Watch your kids when they’re outdoors playing. Be observant of strangers in the neighborhood. Meet and know your neighbors. "
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    "Very rich in all aspects! This area has everything you need without going to any of the other boroughs basically."
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    "My community does not have access to downtown and but the commute with personal transportation is not bad."
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    "people walk there dogs all the time. there's side walks on most of the main streets and people pick up the mess most of the time. there are also several parks"
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    "No dog park to let my dog be free to run off his lease. They need to have more dog bags near an assesible place where I can get to where I am not scared of getting bite by a snake. To much ivory leaves on the ground where it's a good possibility it is hiding snakes "
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Brad Miller, Crye-Leike, Realtors
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2956 Nelson Dr, Duluth, GA 30096 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,928 sqft single-family home built in 1976. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GAMLS on Jun 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 10794603.