Here’s your chance to create something special on one of Avondale Estates’ most desirable streets. 17 Kensington Road is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath brick traditional with great bones, a generous floorplan, and the kind of potential buyers are looking for in today’s market. Well cared for over the years, this home is ready for a fresh vision; update the kitchen and baths, bring your style, and make it completely your own. Inside, you’ll find bright and spacious living and dining rooms, a cozy den with a fireplace and built-ins, and a main-level bedroom and bath for guests or office space. Upstairs offers a large primary suite and two additional bedrooms, all with hardwood floors. The drive-under garage adds extra storage and plenty of space for hobbies, projects, or the classic basement workshop setup. Outside, the side deck provides a peaceful spot to enjoy your morning coffee, grill with friends, or take in the tree canopy over the deep, shaded lot that backs up to one of Avondale’s beloved neighborhood commons. Avondale Estates is a true community with walkable streets, parks, and restaurants nearby. Plus, the city is actively redeveloping its retail corridor, adding more dining, shopping, and gathering spots—making now the ideal time to invest here. In a tight real estate market, homes on Kensington Road don’t come up often. Bring your contractor, your Pinterest boards, and your imagination, and turn this well-maintained home into the one you’ve been dreaming about.
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$315Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Todd Brunsvold• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Laura Vansant• ERA Foster & Bond
Source:FMLS #7651729
Redfin Estimate
$708,619
$54K since sold in October 2025$25K since September
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 2.1% lower than the average sale price ($724K) of 5 comparable homes.
Here's your chance to create something special on one of Avondale Estates' most desirable streets. 17 Kensington Road is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath brick traditional with great bones, a generous floorplan, and the kind of potential buyers are looking for in today's market. Well cared for over the years, this home is ready for a fresh vision; update the kitchen and baths, bring your style, and make it completely your own. Inside, you'll find bright and spacious living and dining rooms, a cozy den with a fireplace and built-ins, and a main-level bedroom and bath for guests or office space. Upstairs offers a large primary suite and two additional bedrooms, all with hardwood floors. The drive-under garage adds extra storage and plenty of space for hobbies, projects, or the classic basement workshop setup. Outside, the side deck provides a peaceful spot to enjoy your morning coffee, grill with friends, or take in the tree canopy over the deep, shaded lot that backs up to one of Avondale's beloved neighborhood commons. Avondale Estates is a true community with walkable streets, parks, and restaurants nearby. Plus, the city is actively redeveloping its retail corridor, adding more dining, shopping, and gathering spots-making now the ideal time to invest here. In a tight real estate market, homes on Kensington Road don't come up often. Bring your contractor, your Pinterest boards, and your imagination, and turn this well-maintained home into the one you've been dreaming about.
Public Records
Jul 7, 1997
Sold
$210,000
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,695 (−1.5%)
$61,440 + $130,560
$192,000
2024
$2,736 (+6.2%)
$61,440 + $130,560
$192,000
2023
$2,577 (−11.3%)
$61,440 + $130,560
$192,000
2022
$2,903 (+7.7%)
$66,000 + $115,600
$181,600
2021
$2,695 (+7.3%)
$66,000 + $96,240
$162,240
2020
$2,513 (+3.0%)
$66,000 + $96,240
$162,240
2019
$2,440 (−10.6%)
$66,000 + $89,480
$155,480
2018
$2,728 (+0.4%)
$30,120 + $137,240
$167,360
2017
$2,716 (−0.9%)
$30,120 + $137,240
$167,360
2016
$2,742 (+31.3%)
$30,120 + $107,840
$137,960
2014
$2,088 (−3.3%)
$30,120 + $108,120
$138,240
2013
$2,159 (−7.0%)
$49,600 + $63,760
$113,360
2012
$2,321 (−15.3%)
$49,880 + $67,480
$117,360
2011
$2,741 (+12.0%)
$30,120 + $100,440
$130,560
2010
$2,448 (+7.4%)
$30,111 + $100,449
$130,560
2008
$2,278
Tax history for 17 Kensington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,695 (−1.5%)
$61,440 + $130,560
$192,000
2024
$2,736 (+6.2%)
$61,440 + $130,560
$192,000
2023
$2,577 (−11.3%)
$61,440 + $130,560
$192,000
2022
$2,903 (+7.7%)
$66,000 + $115,600
$181,600
2021
$2,695 (+7.3%)
$66,000 + $96,240
$162,240
2020
$2,513 (+3.0%)
$66,000 + $96,240
$162,240
2019
$2,440 (−10.6%)
$66,000 + $89,480
$155,480
2018
$2,728 (+0.4%)
$30,120 + $137,240
$167,360
2017
$2,716 (−0.9%)
$30,120 + $137,240
$167,360
2016
$2,742 (+31.3%)
$30,120 + $107,840
$137,960
2014
$2,088 (−3.3%)
$30,120 + $108,120
$138,240
2013
$2,159 (−7.0%)
$49,600 + $63,760
$113,360
2012
$2,321 (−15.3%)
$49,880 + $67,480
$117,360
2011
$2,741 (+12.0%)
$30,120 + $100,440
$130,560
2010
$2,448 (+7.4%)
$30,111 + $100,449
$130,560
2008
$2,278
*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
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
2,252
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 249 04 031
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
# of Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Drive Under Main Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Rear
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master,Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
Interior Features: Other
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Basement
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Laminate Counters,Pantry,View to Family Room
TaxLegalDescription: 59 X 225 X 59 X 225 . . . . . . . . . . 0.3AC 10-3-97
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: USE GPS
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Homeowners Assoc, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,252
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 249 04 031
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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