"Something a little different" — that's how Leila Ross Wilburn described this exceptional home's Design #136, and 100 years later, it still holds. Set on a third of an acre in Historic Druid Hills, this Craftsman home has been meticulously maintained and restored with a commitment to exceptional artisanship and real livability. Original hardwood floors, crown molding, glass knobs, and two brick fireplaces ground it in 1921 — while a gourmet kitchen, whole-house generator, water filtration system, and updated systems carry it effortlessly into the present. The main level flows with intention. A formal dining room with crystal chandelier opens through original French doors to a gracious living room anchored by an original brick fireplace. Two sunrooms — a rarity at any price — complete the picture: the front, currently a den with heated tile floors and wraparound windows that flood the space with light; a second, a quiet sun-drenched escape to the side of the home. A dedicated office (easy conversion to 5th bedroom) with a second fireplace and custom built-ins makes working from home genuinely pleasant. Throughout, windows are double-paned historically accurate replacements that honor the original proportions while delivering modern performance. The gourmet kitchen truly delivers: oversized island with Thermador range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, custom wood cabinetry, two ovens, warming drawer, quartz countertops, two filtered-water sinks, and a pocket door to the dining room. The back entrance — conveniently positioned between the garage and fenced parking — includes a drop zone that handles the daily rhythm beautifully. On the main level, two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, while another full bathroom combines original tile, premium updates, and charming wallpaper— 1921 meets 2026 in the most lovely way. Upstairs, the primary suite surprises with vaulted ceilings, a dramatic arched window, and a barrel-vaulted bath with soaking tub, dual pedestal sinks, and two custom walk-in closets. An additional bedroom — currently a nursery — works equally well as a home office or bedroom. An all-in-one laundry unit is also conveniently located upstairs, in addition to the full laundry on the main level. The basement is clean, dry, and offers ample storage. Outside: flat landscaped yard with playset, full-size pergola, perimeter fence and gate with remote access and keypads, an oversized 2.5-car garage plumbed for a second-floor ADU. Whole-house Generac (2021, warranty through 2027), whole-house water filtration, Trane HVAC with service contract, new roof 2017. A 5-minute walk to Emory Village. Druid Hills HS cluster. Some homes are restored, Some are renovated. This one has been both.
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$373Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sara Mosser• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Contact: 404-541-3500
Bought with David Johnson• Compass
Source:FMLS #7741842
Redfin Estimate
$1,498,704
$164K since sold in May 2026$5,000 since August
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 13.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.32M) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $4,146 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1289 Oxford Rd NE
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7741842
May 15, 2026
Sold
$1,335,000
$373/sq ft
Apr 11, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 4, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$1,350,000
$377/sq ft
GAMLS #10718453
May 15, 2026
Sold
$1,335,000
$373/sq ft
Apr 13, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 5, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$1,350,000
$377/sq ft
"Something a little different" - that's how Leila Ross Wilburn described this exceptional home's Design #136, and 100 years later, it still holds. Set on a third of an acre in Historic Druid Hills, this Craftsman home has been meticulously maintained and restored with a commitment to exceptional artisanship and real livability. Original hardwood floors, crown molding, glass knobs, and two brick fireplaces ground it in 1921 - while a gourmet kitchen, whole-house generator, water filtration system, and updated systems carry it effortlessly into the present. The main level flows with intention. A formal dining room with crystal chandelier opens through original French doors to a gracious living room anchored by an original brick fireplace. Two sunrooms - a rarity at any price - complete the picture: the front, currently a den with heated tile floors and wraparound windows that flood the space with light; a second, a quiet sun-drenched escape to the side of the home. A dedicated office (easy conversion to 5th bedroom) with a second fireplace and custom built-ins makes working from home genuinely pleasant. Throughout, windows are double-paned historically accurate replacements that honor the original proportions while delivering modern performance. The gourmet kitchen truly delivers: oversized island with Thermador range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, custom wood cabinetry, two ovens, warming drawer, quartz countertops, two filtered-water sinks, and a pocket door to the dining room. The back entrance - conveniently positioned between the garage and fenced parking - includes a drop zone that handles the daily rhythm beautifully. On the main level, two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, while another full bathroom combines original tile, premium updates, and charming wallpaper- 1921 meets 2026 in the most lovely way. Upstairs, the primary suite surprises with vaulted ceilings, a dramatic arched window, and a barrel-vaulted bath with soaking tub, dual pedestal sinks, and two custom walk-in closets. An additional bedroom - currently a nursery - works equally well as a home office or bedroom. An all-in-one laundry unit is also conveniently located upstairs, in addition to the full laundry on the main level. The basement is clean, dry, and offers ample storage. Outside: flat landscaped yard with playset, full-size pergola, perimeter fence and gate with remote access and keypads, an oversized 2.5-car garage plumbed for a second-floor ADU. Whole-house Generac (2021, warranty through 2027), whole-house water filtration, Trane HVAC with service contract, new roof 2017. A 5-minute walk to Emory Village. Druid Hills HS cluster. Some homes are restored, Some are renovated. This one has been both.
FMLS #6739061
Oct 8, 2020
Sold
$904,000
$253/sq ft
Sep 2, 2020
Pending
—
Aug 19, 2020
Contingent
—
Jul 30, 2020
Price Changed
$937,000
$262/sq ft
Jun 17, 2020
Listed
$947,500
$265/sq ft
For over 20 years, the owners have restored this home with an emphasis not only on exceptional artisanship but also on remaining timeless. In a neighborhood of historic houses, this home is the quintessential, and rare, example of what architect Leila Ross Wilburn once coined "something a little different". Suited perfectly for the gentle topography, don't be fooled by the home's ingenious, "unassuming" appearance as within you will find over 3,500 sq ft of living space! From the moment of conceptualization, this home was already ahead of its time with a remarkably open, spacious floorplan. Original features include beveled-glass French doors, light-filled sunroom, and extensive millwork. Modern updates have kept the home warm and welcoming today as it was in 1922.The main level Living Room, Dining Room, and enclosed Front Porch are all over-sized, flow seamlessly and make entertaining as easy as opening the front door! The Home Office includes custom cherry shelving and cabinetry. The Kitchen is a chef's dream and features an expansive island that is perfect for socializing with friends and family. Retiring to the upper-level master suite makes the end of every day extra special - featuring a seating area, built in barrister bookcases, underfloor heating in the Master Bath and a local artist's stained-glass window. Outside find a separate over-sized 2 car garage and a gorgeously landscaped oasis. Centrally located, your new home is a short walk to Emory Village or a short drive to your favorite spots in Decatur, Vi-Hi, Midtown, and Buckhead. Some homes opt for a "historical refresh" and others for a "modern renovation"; this home has both - an appreciation of the past but additions and renovations that make it comfortable in the present.
GAMLS #8805677
Oct 8, 2020
Sold
$904,000
$253/sq ft
Aug 19, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 30, 2020
Price Changed
$937,000
$262/sq ft
Jun 17, 2020
Listed
$947,500
$265/sq ft
GAMLS #8748323
Jun 16, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Apr 30, 2020
Price Changed
$963,500
$269/sq ft
Mar 6, 2020
Listed
$964,500
$269/sq ft
FMLS #6690848
Jun 16, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Apr 30, 2020
Price Changed
$963,500
$269/sq ft
Mar 4, 2020
Listed
$964,500
$269/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 18, 1994
Sold
$247,500
$69/sq ft
Public Records
May 7, 1985
Sold
$120,400
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,097 (−1.2%)
$115,240 + $319,560
$434,800
2024
$13,251 (+13.0%)
$115,240 + $319,560
$434,800
2023
$11,725 (−3.0%)
$115,240 + $301,600
$416,840
2022
$12,084 (+40.0%)
$100,000 + $259,920
$359,920
2021
$8,630
$100,000 + $235,440
$335,440
2020
$8,638
$100,000 + $235,440
$335,440
2019
$8,634 (+0.6%)
$49,600 + $204,880
$254,480
2018
$8,584 (−7.2%)
$49,600 + $204,120
$253,720
2017
$9,248 (+5.5%)
$49,600 + $204,120
$253,720
2016
$8,767 (−20.3%)
$49,600 + $205,440
$255,040
2014
$11,001 (+28.3%)
$49,600 + $231,640
$281,240
2013
$8,574 (+24.3%)
$49,600 + $214,040
$263,640
2012
$6,897 (−18.4%)
$49,360 + $152,680
$202,040
2011
$8,450 (−0.3%)
$49,360 + $189,968
$239,328
2010
$8,477 (+4.8%)
$49,353 + $218,807
$268,160
2008
$8,089
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,485
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 054 08 004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
R-75
DRUD
Residential Medium Lot-75 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of ten thousand square feet; To provide for compatible infill development in neighborhoods; To provide protections for existing development as new subdivisions are created; To provide flexibility in design on the interior of new development while protecting surrounding development; To assure that the uses and structures authorized in the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District are those uses and structures designed to serve the housing, recreational, educational, religious, and social needs of the neighborhood; To provide for appropriately sized accessible and useable open space in new developments for health, recreational and social opportunities for county residents; To implement the future development map of the county's most current comprehensive plan.
Zone overlays
Druid Hills Historic District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Golf related
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Kitchen Level
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
# of Upper Level Full Baths: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
# of Upper Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Decorative
Interior Features: Bookcases, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, His and Hers Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Fernbank
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: GPS is Accurate.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,485
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 054 08 004
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fernbank Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Local insights from Redfin agents
Druid Hills carries real history — Olmsted-designed parks and older character homes near Emory University and the Fernbank area. A distinctly different feel than the newer construction nearby.
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