PRICE IMPROVEMENT in Historic Avondale Estates! Built in 1984, this Craftsman Split Level is located in the center of EVERYTHING fun in Historic Avondale Estates! This sweet home has been "well-loved" by its current homeowners for almost 40 yrs! It sits privately perched on a hill, almost hidden from the street w/4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms & tons of living space. Step inside to its spacious entrance foyer that leads in to bright living room filled w/natural light. Formal dining room is large enough for a FEAST w/ family & friends. Cozy eat-in country kitchen has original cabinets/countertops overlooks the great room below. Head down a few steps to the large family room w/stone fireplace. Huge guest bedroom on lower level that is private enough that it could be perfect for teenagers, in-laws or guests! Full bath & laundry room too! Head upstairs to the upper level (all new carpeting) to 2 additional guest rooms & hallway bath. Master bedroom has cathedral ceilings & 2 custom stained glass windows that add a colorful glow to the room. His & Hers closets. Original en suite master bathroom that's primed & ready for a little facelift. Head outback and you'll find a 2-tiered back deck that leads to fabulous, flat fenced-in backyard, perfect to play around! Great 2 car carport around back of house, easy access to lower level door. Additional storage for bikes, lawn equipment, etc in storage shed as well. Hardwoods have JUST been refinished. New carpet on upper level. Entire interior of home freshly painted. Recently replaced hardy plank on exterior & soffits/fascia, new hot water heater. This house is just waiting for you to come in & make is yours! Ideally located across from the Avondale Village & the new Towne Green. Just down the street from the lake! Museum School Tier 1 lottery. Convenient to Marta, 285, Decatur, CDC, Emory.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$301Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer Newman• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with SANDERS COLSON• BHGRE Metro Brokers
Source:FMLS #7109060
Redfin Estimate
$717,893
$119K since sold in December 2022$3,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 8.1% lower than the average sale price ($781K) of 6 comparable homes.
Location, Location, Location...Don't miss this Craftsman Split Level Home located in the center of EVERYTHING fun in Historic Avondale Estates! This sweet home sits privately perched on a hill, almost hidden from the street. 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms & tons of living space. Main Floor consists of spacious entrance foyer that leads in to bright living room filled w/natural light. Formal dining room is large enough for a FEAST w/ family & friends. Cozy eat-in country kitchen has original cabinets/countertops, stainless refrigerator & a great view to the expansive back deck & yard. From kitchen, there's an easy view to the large family room w/stone fireplace on the lower level. Huge guest bedroom on lower level that is private enough that it could be perfect for teenagers, in-laws or guests! Full bath & laundry room too! Head upstairs to the upper level (all new carpeting) to 2 additional guest rooms & hallway bath. Master bedroom has cathedral ceilings & 2 custom stained glass windows that add a colorful glow to the room. His & Hers closets. Original en suite master bathroom that's primed & ready for a little facelift. Head outback and you'll find a 2-tiered back deck that leads to fabulous flat fenced-in backyard, perfect to play around! Great 2 car carport around back of house, easy access to lower level door. Additional storage for bikes, lawn equipment, etc in storage shed as well. Hardwoods have JUST been refinished. New carpet on upper level. Entire interior of home freshly painted. Recently replaced hardy plank on exterior & soffits/fascia. This house is just waiting for you to come in & make is yours! Ideally located across from the Avondale Village & the new Towne Green. Super close to the lake. Museum School Tier 1 lottery. Convenient to Marta, 285, Decatur, CDC, Emory.
Public Records
Aug 22, 1984
Sold
$127,500
$53/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,209 (+3.3%)
$62,600 + $187,800
$250,400
2024
$11,816 (+2.2%)
$62,600 + $187,800
$250,400
2023
$11,566 (+74.1%)
$73,960 + $217,920
$291,880
2022
$6,645 (−2.9%)
$66,000 + $140,680
$206,680
2021
$6,842 (+9.3%)
$66,000 + $116,280
$182,280
2020
$6,262 (+1.6%)
$66,000 + $116,280
$182,280
2019
$6,165 (−3.1%)
$30,120 + $137,188
$167,308
2018
$6,365 (+7.3%)
$30,120 + $153,240
$183,360
2017
$5,933 (−1.8%)
$30,120 + $153,240
$183,360
2016
$6,040 (+14.9%)
$30,120 + $116,360
$146,480
2014
$5,256 (−6.7%)
$30,120 + $110,480
$140,600
2013
$5,635 (−1.7%)
$49,600 + $88,680
$138,280
2012
$5,729 (−1.3%)
$49,880 + $87,040
$136,920
2011
$5,805 (+5.9%)
$30,120 + $106,800
$136,920
2010
$5,483 (+4.4%)
$30,120 + $106,800
$136,920
2008
$5,250
Tax history for 2 Kensington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,209 (+3.3%)
$62,600 + $187,800
$250,400
2024
$11,816 (+2.2%)
$62,600 + $187,800
$250,400
2023
$11,566 (+74.1%)
$73,960 + $217,920
$291,880
2022
$6,645 (−2.9%)
$66,000 + $140,680
$206,680
2021
$6,842 (+9.3%)
$66,000 + $116,280
$182,280
2020
$6,262 (+1.6%)
$66,000 + $116,280
$182,280
2019
$6,165 (−3.1%)
$30,120 + $137,188
$167,308
2018
$6,365 (+7.3%)
$30,120 + $153,240
$183,360
2017
$5,933 (−1.8%)
$30,120 + $153,240
$183,360
2016
$6,040 (+14.9%)
$30,120 + $116,360
$146,480
2014
$5,256 (−6.7%)
$30,120 + $110,480
$140,600
2013
$5,635 (−1.7%)
$49,600 + $88,680
$138,280
2012
$5,729 (−1.3%)
$49,880 + $87,040
$136,920
2011
$5,805 (+5.9%)
$30,120 + $106,800
$136,920
2010
$5,483 (+4.4%)
$30,120 + $106,800
$136,920
2008
$5,250
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,388
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 249 05 004
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
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Drive Under Main Level, Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Great Room, Masonry, Wood Burning Stove
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, His and Hers Closets
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Lower Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain,Country Kitchen,Eat-in Kitchen,Other Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: Please use Waze, Mapquest. Located at front of neighborhood, easy to find b/c it's a FABULOUS location!
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Other
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Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Street Lights, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,388
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 249 05 004
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
6/10
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