950 Fox Valley Ct., Stone Mountain, GA 30088

The heart of Stone Mountain's Fox Valley neighborhood is about as easy-going as it gets: established families living alongside newcomers; zero traffic, aside from folks going to-and-fro; kids riding around on their bikes; the smell of barbecue wafting from next door on the weekends. This suburban ideal — only four miles from the Perimeter — is particularly present in 950 Fox Valley Court, a late-century family home tucked away at the long top of a gently hilled, evergreen-lined cul-de-sac. Beyond the tree-shrouded curb appeal of the gabled roof, earthy hues, and the convenience of a two-car garage, 950 is the recent recipient of a thorough facelift. Inside, wooden tones play nicely off a contemporary color scheme, a catch-all combination that benefits from the vaulted ceiling and loads of natural light offered in the common areas. There are some exceptionally nice touches here — in the living room, a lovely fireplace and built-in bookshelf; in the dining space, a wide bay window with a view out back; as for the kitchen, plenty of counter space, stainless appliances, white cabinetry, and a tile floor maximize utility with a provincial flair. Three bedrooms round out the interior. Each has plenty of closet space, but one easily converts to a "post-pandemic, work-from-home dedicated home office. And then the primary suite. All off on its own, ready to accommodate elevated touches: oversized closet and private bath with double vanity. Out back, the sizable yard is a blank slate. A privacy fence requires only a few alterations to make this space dog-ready. Extra storage, courtesy of a small shed. Otherwise? It's up to the imagination, but the southern exposure is a dream for green thumbs. In short, 950 Fox Valley ticks all the marks on the checklist while throwing in a few little surprises — the sort of home that strikes that delicate balance between "starter home" price and "something you can grow into over the long run." Either way, it's an excellent investment at just $249,900