Fall in love at first sight at this absolute beauty, just steps from the heart of Avondale. All the charm that you've been looking for in perfect harmony with updates that make the house sing. Special features abound: expansive attic, two fireplaces, newly refinished hardwoods, windows, interior doors, trim and painting throughout. Outdoor living is a wonderland featuring garden, expansive patio area, plenty of play space and access to a private nature preserve out back. Detached garage has it all, including two bonus spaces for studio space. This one is special.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$387Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jon Effron• Compass
Bought with Amy Caldwell• HomeSmart
Source:FMLS #6542325
Redfin Estimate
$679,585
$285K since sold in June 2019$55K since July
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This home's estimate is 13.8% higher than the average sale price ($597K) of 5 comparable homes.
Fall in love at first sight at this absolute beauty, just steps from the heart of Avondale. All the charm that you've been looking for in perfect harmony with updates that make the house sing. Special features abound: expansive attic, two fireplaces, newly refinished hardwoods, new windows, interior doors, trim and painting throughout. Outdoor living is a wonderland featuring a garden/orchard, expansive patio area, plenty of play space and access to a private nature preserve out back. Detached garage has it all, including two bonus spaces for studio space. This one is special.
FMLS #3829059
Feb 18, 2009
Sold
$303,500
$173/sq ft
Dec 12, 2008
Listed
$309,900
$176/sq ft
Adorable, spacious 1940'2 brick cottage in historic Avondale Estates. You'll love the large renovated kit w/new appliances plus bright Mexican tile. Sunroom w/fireplace, huge windows overlooking new patio. Great hrwds, nice master. Newly renovated 2nd bath, crown molding, 2nd firplace in lrg lvrm
Public Records
Jun 25, 2002
Sold
$271,300
$154/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 14, 1995
Sold
$133,000
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 13, 1991
Sold
$110,000
$63/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1987
Sold
$53,000
$30/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 31, 1987
Sold
$104,000
$59/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,062 (+2.1%)
$73,960 + $157,480
$231,440
2024
$7,895 (+29.2%)
$73,960 + $157,480
$231,440
2023
$6,111 (−4.5%)
$73,960 + $150,400
$224,360
2022
$6,399 (+8.4%)
$66,000 + $103,120
$169,120
2021
$5,901 (+0.3%)
$66,000 + $88,520
$154,520
2020
$5,886 (+24.7%)
$66,000 + $88,520
$154,520
2019
$4,718 (+0.2%)
$65,320 + $62,320
$127,640
2018
$4,708 (+9.8%)
$29,800 + $93,200
$123,000
2017
$4,288 (−1.2%)
$29,800 + $93,200
$123,000
2016
$4,340 (+34.7%)
$29,800 + $75,600
$105,400
2014
$3,223 (−12.6%)
$29,800 + $76,080
$105,880
2013
$3,687 (+28.6%)
$49,120 + $41,560
$90,680
2012
$2,866 (−25.9%)
$49,360 + $20,400
$69,760
2011
$3,868 (+5.7%)
$29,800 + $62,280
$92,080
2010
$3,659 (+10.4%)
$30,234 + $61,846
$92,080
2008
$3,313
Tax history for 23 Covington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,062 (+2.1%)
$73,960 + $157,480
$231,440
2024
$7,895 (+29.2%)
$73,960 + $157,480
$231,440
2023
$6,111 (−4.5%)
$73,960 + $150,400
$224,360
2022
$6,399 (+8.4%)
$66,000 + $103,120
$169,120
2021
$5,901 (+0.3%)
$66,000 + $88,520
$154,520
2020
$5,886 (+24.7%)
$66,000 + $88,520
$154,520
2019
$4,718 (+0.2%)
$65,320 + $62,320
$127,640
2018
$4,708 (+9.8%)
$29,800 + $93,200
$123,000
2017
$4,288 (−1.2%)
$29,800 + $93,200
$123,000
2016
$4,340 (+34.7%)
$29,800 + $75,600
$105,400
2014
$3,223 (−12.6%)
$29,800 + $76,080
$105,880
2013
$3,687 (+28.6%)
$49,120 + $41,560
$90,680
2012
$2,866 (−25.9%)
$49,360 + $20,400
$69,760
2011
$3,868 (+5.7%)
$29,800 + $62,280
$92,080
2010
$3,659 (+10.4%)
$30,234 + $61,846
$92,080
2008
$3,313
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.53 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,756
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 249 05 027
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 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.
Directions: From the village, walk for five minutes east on Covington. 23 Covington will be on your right.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Lake, Public Transportation, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,756
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 249 05 027
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
6/10
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