True Avondale Classic, One of the Original AE Historic Homes. Impeccably maintained 1926 Charmer, almost original condition. Large Dining Room w/ Picture Window, Traditional Living Room w/built in bookcases & cozy fireplace. Original Kitchen w/pantry & b-fast nook/mudroom. 2 large bedrooms on main floor, plus full bath. 2 large guest bedrooms upstairs w/ 2nd full bath. Huge attic w/tons of storage/build out potential. Sweet updated guest house over garage. Authentic British pub in basement w/fireplace. Lg.backyard borders "pocket park", stone patio w/fireplace.
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$263Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer Newman• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Jennifer Newman• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Source:FMLS #6103353
Redfin Estimate
$866,991
$312K since sold in January 2019$16K since August
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This home's estimate is 8.3% lower than the average sale price ($946K) of 6 comparable homes.
True Avondale Classic, One of the Original AE Historic Homes. Impeccably maintained 1926 Charmer, almost original condition. Large Dining Room w/ Picture Window, Traditional Living Room w/built in bookcases & cozy fireplace. Original Kitchen w/pantry & b-fast nook/mudroom. 2 large bedrooms on main floor, plus full bath. 2 large guest bedrooms upstairs w/ 2nd full bath. Huge attic w/tons of storage/build out potential. Sweet updated guest house over garage. Authentic British pub in basement w/fireplace. Lg.backyard borders "pocket park", stone patio w/fireplace.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,098 (+13.4%)
$73,960 + $244,040
$318,000
2024
$9,790 (+14.7%)
$73,960 + $244,040
$318,000
2023
$8,537 (−4.1%)
$73,960 + $200,280
$274,240
2022
$8,899 (+6.4%)
$66,000 + $169,880
$235,880
2021
$8,364 (−22.6%)
$66,000 + $154,720
$220,720
2020
$10,801 (+304.7%)
$66,000 + $154,720
$220,720
2019
$2,669 (−6.7%)
$66,000 + $104,520
$170,520
2018
$2,861 (−10.6%)
$30,120 + $139,480
$169,600
2017
$3,200 (+17.6%)
$30,120 + $139,480
$169,600
2016
$2,721 (+17.7%)
$30,120 + $101,520
$131,640
2014
$2,311 (−2.5%)
$30,120 + $101,280
$131,400
2013
$2,371 (+29.4%)
$49,600 + $74,840
$124,440
2012
$1,832 (−42.7%)
$49,880 + $39,000
$88,880
2011
$3,198 (+12.6%)
$30,120 + $121,120
$151,240
2010
$2,840 (+6.7%)
$30,120 + $121,120
$151,240
2008
$2,661
Tax history for 21 Kensington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,098 (+13.4%)
$73,960 + $244,040
$318,000
2024
$9,790 (+14.7%)
$73,960 + $244,040
$318,000
2023
$8,537 (−4.1%)
$73,960 + $200,280
$274,240
2022
$8,899 (+6.4%)
$66,000 + $169,880
$235,880
2021
$8,364 (−22.6%)
$66,000 + $154,720
$220,720
2020
$10,801 (+304.7%)
$66,000 + $154,720
$220,720
2019
$2,669 (−6.7%)
$66,000 + $104,520
$170,520
2018
$2,861 (−10.6%)
$30,120 + $139,480
$169,600
2017
$3,200 (+17.6%)
$30,120 + $139,480
$169,600
2016
$2,721 (+17.7%)
$30,120 + $101,520
$131,640
2014
$2,311 (−2.5%)
$30,120 + $101,280
$131,400
2013
$2,371 (+29.4%)
$49,600 + $74,840
$124,440
2012
$1,832 (−42.7%)
$49,880 + $39,000
$88,880
2011
$3,198 (+12.6%)
$30,120 + $121,120
$151,240
2010
$2,840 (+6.7%)
$30,120 + $121,120
$151,240
2008
$2,661
*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
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
2,931
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 249 04 024
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 Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Garage
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: None
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan,Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Basement, Family Room, Gas Log, Outside
Interior Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation, Thermostat
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Underground Utilities
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: From Decatur, take College avenue, turn right onto Clarendon (in downtown Avondale), then immediate left onto S. Avondale Road, stay straight to stay on Kensington Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Lake, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,931
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 249 04 024
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
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Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
6/10
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