Welcome to Historic Avondale Estates, Perched gracefully on a hill overlooking Kensington Road, this classic Tudor Cottage balances historic charm with thoughtful updates. This premier location in Avondale Estates makes it walkable to all the best spots ... pool, park, lake, and the incredible Town Green. Upon entering this sweet home, you're greeted by a spacious light-filled living room w/built in bookcases & a fireplace. The sunny office or playroom, tucked just behind the formal living room, makes working or playing from home easy. Entertain with ease in the formal dining and open-concept kitchen and great room—complete with an renovated kitchen designed for modern living. A guest bedroom & new half bath round out the first floor. Head on upstairs to a spacious en suite primary bedroom with an attached laundry room, and a renovated primary bath. Two guest bedrooms w/ original eaves and a hallway bathroom makes it convenient to share. The one-car garage and dry basement with Trotter guarantee provide ample storage. Outdoors, the magic continues with a huge fenced-in flat backyard that backs up to one of Avondale’s secret "pocket" parks—peaceful, private, and perfect for play. Gather friends on the professionally installed patio and back deck, where cozy fall evenings and summer cookouts await. This home offers the rare mix of historic character, modern updates, and community spirit that makes Avondale Estates so beloved. “A touch of Mayberry nestled quietly inside of Metro Atlanta”
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$354Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by ATL Turtle Grp Chuck Smith• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Listed by Jennifer Newman• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Lezoena Claridy• Compass
Source:FMLS #7650363
Redfin Estimate
$907,486
$147K since sold in November 2025$46K since August
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 3.1% higher than the average sale price ($880K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to Historic Avondale Estates, Perched gracefully on a hill overlooking Kensington Road, this classic Tudor Cottage balances historic charm with thoughtful updates. This premier location in Avondale Estates makes it walkable to all the best spots ... pool, park, lake, and the incredible Town Green. Upon entering this sweet home, you're greeted by a spacious light-filled living room w/built in bookcases & a fireplace. The sunny office or playroom, tucked just behind the formal living room, makes working or playing from home easy. Entertain with ease in the formal dining and open-concept kitchen and great room-complete with an renovated kitchen designed for modern living. A guest bedroom & new half bath round out the first floor. Head on upstairs to a spacious en suite primary bedroom with an attached laundry room, and a renovated primary bath. Two guest bedrooms w/ original eaves and a hallway bathroom makes it convenient to share. The one-car garage and dry basement with Trotter guarantee provide ample storage. Outdoors, the magic continues with a huge fenced-in flat backyard that backs up to one of Avondale's secret "pocket" parks-peaceful, private, and perfect for play. Gather friends on the professionally installed patio and back deck, where cozy fall evenings and summer cookouts await. This home offers the rare mix of historic character, modern updates, and community spirit that makes Avondale Estates so beloved. "A touch of Mayberry nestled quietly inside of Metro Atlanta"
GAMLS #8066402
Nov 23, 2016
Sold
$490,000
$191/sq ft
Oct 17, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 23, 2016
Price Changed
$515,000
$201/sq ft
Sep 9, 2016
Listed
$525,000
$205/sq ft
FMLS #5745266
Nov 23, 2016
Sold
$490,000
$191/sq ft
Oct 17, 2016
Contingent
—
Sep 23, 2016
Price Changed
$515,000
$201/sq ft
Sep 9, 2016
Listed
$525,000
$205/sq ft
REDUCED to SELL! 1946 Tudor Home located in the Heart of Historic Avondale Estates.Updated Kitchen w/ breakfast bar leading to Great Room.Living room w/built in bookcases & fireplace,separate Dining Room. Guest room on main w/large closet.2nd floor Master Bedroom, w/attached Full Bath & Laundry,2 Guest Bedrooms w/spacious closets & window seats (extra storage).Large, level fenced Backyard that backs up to private Green Space. Unfinished Basement,Attached Garage w/2nd laundry & sink. Ext.Painted in 2015.Close to Downtown Avondale,Museum School, Lake,Swim/Tennis & Parks.
GAMLS #8047149
Sep 8, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Sep 1, 2016
Price Changed
$525,000
$205/sq ft
Aug 23, 2016
Relisted
—
Aug 18, 2016
Pending
—
Aug 3, 2016
Listed
$549,000
$214/sq ft
FMLS #5729597
Sep 8, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Sep 1, 2016
Price Changed
$525,000
$205/sq ft
Aug 23, 2016
Relisted
—
Aug 18, 2016
Contingent
—
Aug 3, 2016
Listed
$549,000
$214/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 2006
Sold
$335,000
$131/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 12, 1989
Sold
$130,000
$51/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 11, 1988
Sold
$85,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,485 (+9.3%)
$73,960 + $202,240
$276,200
2024
$8,679 (+22.7%)
$73,960 + $202,240
$276,200
2023
$7,075 (−5.4%)
$73,960 + $175,440
$249,400
2022
$7,477 (+7.1%)
$66,000 + $136,840
$202,840
2021
$6,984 (−1.3%)
$66,000 + $122,360
$188,360
2020
$7,079 (+2.0%)
$66,000 + $122,360
$188,360
2019
$6,940 (+11.8%)
$66,000 + $126,720
$192,720
2018
$6,209 (−0.7%)
$30,120 + $134,960
$165,080
2017
$6,251 (+28.1%)
$30,120 + $134,960
$165,080
2016
$4,880 (+27.5%)
$30,120 + $87,920
$118,040
2014
$3,827 (−9.7%)
$30,120 + $90,120
$120,240
2013
$4,239 (+14.0%)
$49,600 + $54,520
$104,120
2012
$3,717 (−23.5%)
$49,880 + $39,840
$89,720
2011
$4,856 (+5.4%)
$30,120 + $86,640
$116,760
2010
$4,607 (+8.2%)
$30,120 + $86,640
$116,760
2008
$4,256
Tax history for 16 Kensington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,485 (+9.3%)
$73,960 + $202,240
$276,200
2024
$8,679 (+22.7%)
$73,960 + $202,240
$276,200
2023
$7,075 (−5.4%)
$73,960 + $175,440
$249,400
2022
$7,477 (+7.1%)
$66,000 + $136,840
$202,840
2021
$6,984 (−1.3%)
$66,000 + $122,360
$188,360
2020
$7,079 (+2.0%)
$66,000 + $122,360
$188,360
2019
$6,940 (+11.8%)
$66,000 + $126,720
$192,720
2018
$6,209 (−0.7%)
$30,120 + $134,960
$165,080
2017
$6,251 (+28.1%)
$30,120 + $134,960
$165,080
2016
$4,880 (+27.5%)
$30,120 + $87,920
$118,040
2014
$3,827 (−9.7%)
$30,120 + $90,120
$120,240
2013
$4,239 (+14.0%)
$49,600 + $54,520
$104,120
2012
$3,717 (−23.5%)
$49,880 + $39,840
$89,720
2011
$4,856 (+5.4%)
$30,120 + $86,640
$116,760
2010
$4,607 (+8.2%)
$30,120 + $86,640
$116,760
2008
$4,256
*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
2.5
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
2,033
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 249 05 011
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: Driveway, Garage
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Split Bedroom Plan
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Pantry,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Bonus Room, Family Room, Office, Sun Room
Basement: Interior Entry, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: U1 2
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Forced Air
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
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: GPS Friendly.
Road Surface Type: Paved
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Community Information
Community Features: Fishing, Lake, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,033
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 249 05 011
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
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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