Historic Avondale. This 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom is HUGE. Previous owners blew out the roof and added a second story with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths plus bonus library/loft space. Hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen has granite counters, stained cabinets, stainless appliances, and pantry. Screened in porch, deck, private back yard. Professional landscaping - large front and back yards. Museum School. All this and you can walk to the pool. Don't miss this one.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
$284Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Amy Weeks• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Carol Reimer• Alma Fuller Realty Company
Source:FMLS #5708503
Redfin Estimate
$738,842
$229K since sold in August 2016$4,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 6% higher than the average sale price ($697K) of 6 comparable homes.
Historic Avondale. This 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom is HUGE. Previous owners blew out the roof and added a second story with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths plus bonus library/loft space. Hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen has granite counters, stained cabinets, stainless appliances, and pantry. Screened in porch, deck, private back yard. Professional landscaping - large front and back yards. Museum School. All this and you can walk to the pool. Don't miss this one.
FMLS #5708503
Aug 1, 2016
Sold
$510,000
$196/sq ft
Jun 30, 2016
Contingent
—
Jun 18, 2016
Listed
$525,000
$202/sq ft
GAMLS #7468765
Dec 10, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 17, 2015
Price Changed
$499,500
$192/sq ft
Jun 9, 2015
Listed
$524,900
$202/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 9, 2010
Sold
$337,800
$130/sq ft
FMLS #4073749
Jul 8, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jun 30, 2010
Sold
$337,750
$130/sq ft
Jun 8, 2010
Pending
—
May 28, 2010
Listed
$335,000
$129/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 15, 1996
Sold
$112,600
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 1988
Sold
$99,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,834 (−36.5%)
$65,227 + $159,693
$224,920
2024
$10,764 (+65.7%)
$65,227 + $159,693
$224,920
2023
$6,498 (−18.2%)
$65,227 + $159,693
$224,920
2022
$7,944 (+4.5%)
$66,000 + $147,240
$213,240
2021
$7,599 (−2.7%)
$66,000 + $137,440
$203,440
2020
$7,808 (+32.7%)
$66,000 + $137,440
$203,440
2019
$5,883 (−3.6%)
$30,120 + $126,680
$156,800
2018
$6,105 (−7.2%)
$30,120 + $126,680
$156,800
2017
$6,578 (+32.7%)
$30,120 + $126,680
$156,800
2016
$4,958 (+49.5%)
$30,120 + $88,040
$118,160
2014
$3,317 (−12.1%)
$30,120 + $81,840
$111,960
2013
$3,775 (−8.1%)
$49,600 + $43,240
$92,840
2012
$4,108 (−28.3%)
$49,880 + $49,000
$98,880
2011
$5,727 (+37.2%)
$30,120 + $105,000
$135,120
2010
$4,175 (+9.1%)
$30,120 + $74,640
$104,760
2008
$3,825
Tax history for 1 Sussex Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,834 (−36.5%)
$65,227 + $159,693
$224,920
2024
$10,764 (+65.7%)
$65,227 + $159,693
$224,920
2023
$6,498 (−18.2%)
$65,227 + $159,693
$224,920
2022
$7,944 (+4.5%)
$66,000 + $147,240
$213,240
2021
$7,599 (−2.7%)
$66,000 + $137,440
$203,440
2020
$7,808 (+32.7%)
$66,000 + $137,440
$203,440
2019
$5,883 (−3.6%)
$30,120 + $126,680
$156,800
2018
$6,105 (−7.2%)
$30,120 + $126,680
$156,800
2017
$6,578 (+32.7%)
$30,120 + $126,680
$156,800
2016
$4,958 (+49.5%)
$30,120 + $88,040
$118,160
2014
$3,317 (−12.1%)
$30,120 + $81,840
$111,960
2013
$3,775 (−8.1%)
$49,600 + $43,240
$92,840
2012
$4,108 (−28.3%)
$49,880 + $49,000
$98,880
2011
$5,727 (+37.2%)
$30,120 + $105,000
$135,120
2010
$4,175 (+9.1%)
$30,120 + $74,640
$104,760
2008
$3,825
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
2,670
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 232 01 020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-12
Low Density, Single-Family Detached Residential District
When this zoning ordinance refers to R-zoned districts, it is referring to the single-dwelling zoning districts: R-24 and R-12. The primary purposes of the R districts are as follows: To help protect the established character of existing neighborhoods; To accommodate infill development that is in keeping with character of existing neighborhoods; and To accommodate uses and structures designed to serve the housing, recreational, educational, religious and social needs of the neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, Level Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Skylights,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater
Directions: From Decatur - take E College into Avondale. Right on Clarendon, right on Wiltshire, 2nd right on Sussex. House is at the end of the street on the left.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,670
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 232 01 020
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Avondale Est, GA • 30002
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$702,000 – $850,000
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