6277 Marbut Farms Tr., Lithonia, GA 30058

There’s a subtle charm to the classic late-American split level. Generally nestled away on a quiet street, close to neighbors who quickly get to know each other, bicycles propped against mailboxes, a smattering background of old-growth trees setting the scene. And if you’re lucky, say with 6277 Marbut Farms Trail, the friendliness is driven home with proximity to interstates and surface roads which make getting to local conveniences and the big city, alike, a breeze (Covington Highway and I-20 in this case). And bonus points for schools: K-12 are all minutes by car — Lithonia High School is almost literally across the street, within walking distance. Inside 6277, the whole crew has all the space they’ll need to spread out. On the main level, living and dining areas allow for loads of natural light to pour in through oversized windows. In the southwest corner, a gallye style kitchen boasts all new stainless appliances including a chef-ready gas range stove. Downstairs, the family room is one flatscreen away from being the go-to Netflix night spot (you’ll probably end up mounting it above the brick-lined fireplace). Along the side of the home, beyond the laundry space, a one-car garage — plenty of room for a vehicle, with space leftover for storage. Upstairs, rounding out the 1,509 square feet, the trio of bedrooms. The primary suite, with a bank of windows offering a southern exposure, allows more-than-enough room for whatever furniture the ample closet doesn’t take care of, alongside a dedicated bathroom. Opposite the hall is a pair of bedrooms unified by a full bath. In case a dog is in the mix, or just a green thumb, you’re covered: The fully fenced backyard touts a lot of lawn. Just make sure Fido knows not to dig around in the tomato bushes. And all at a seldom-seen (especially for a close-in family house) price tag of under $240,000? 6277 Marbut Farms Trail shoots right past “starter home,” into a place you can grow into. Priced to bring immediate attention for the right buyer at $234,900. Serious inquiries only.