Classic Brick Ranch with Full Basement in the Heart of Historic Avondale Estates! YOU MUST COME INSIDE TO APPRECIATE IT! Cozy screened-in front porch greets you, as you enter this impeccably-maintained home. Large living room sprawls in to formal dining. Spacious kitchen is just ready for you to make your own! Master ensuite w/ updated bright bathroom, 3 lg.closets. All bedrooms are over-sized! Fresh paint inside & out, hardwood floors throughout. Newly updated black & white bathrooms. Super rare huge finished basement perfect for den or bonus room. Don't miss the groovy bar! Large lower level 4th bedroom (easy to add 3rd bath).Enjoy outdoor living with a large back deck right off of kitchen, great for grilling and entertaining. Back deck overlooks expansive, private, fenced-in back yard that could easily accommodate a pool! Or a fun game of kickball! The possibilities are endless to make this house your home! Tons of storage. Location is amazing- across street from bustling (& growing) downtown Avondale. Just up the street from Avondale Swim & Tennis Club, Willis Park and Museum School! Easy drive to Emory/CDC, Decatur, DT Atlanta. MARTA, 285 & I-20 easy access.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer Newman• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with VICKIE L SEVERCOOL• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Source:FMLS #6766433
Redfin Estimate
$709,039
$223K since sold in October 2020$14K since August
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This home's estimate is 14.1% higher than the average sale price ($621K) of 5 comparable homes.
Incredible opportunity to live in the heart of Historic Avondale Estates! Classic brick ranch with a flexible floor plan of four bedrooms, two bathrooms. Fresh paint inside and out, hardwood floor throughout, with updated black and white bathrooms. Super rare huge finished basement perfect for den or bonus room! Enjoy outdoor living with a large back deck great for grilling and entertaining, and oversized fenced back yard that could easily accommodate a pool! The possibilities are endless to make this house your home!
FMLS #6758979
Aug 12, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jul 31, 2020
Listed
$499,000
GAMLS #8831778
Aug 12, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jul 31, 2020
Listed
$499,000
Public Records
Jul 29, 1985
Sold
$100,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,093 (+10.2%)
$70,240 + $192,240
$262,480
2024
$8,254 (+7.0%)
$70,240 + $192,240
$262,480
2023
$7,716 (+2.4%)
$70,240 + $164,200
$234,440
2022
$7,534 (+6.1%)
$62,680 + $139,880
$202,560
2021
$7,102 (+215.0%)
$62,680 + $127,360
$190,040
2020
$2,254 (+3.2%)
$62,680 + $127,360
$190,040
2019
$2,184 (−1.9%)
$62,680 + $76,240
$138,920
2018
$2,226 (−1.2%)
$28,600 + $100,480
$129,080
2017
$2,253 (−1.1%)
$28,600 + $100,480
$129,080
2016
$2,277 (+32.0%)
$28,600 + $84,400
$113,000
2014
$1,725 (−4.3%)
$28,600 + $79,480
$108,080
2013
$1,802 (+4.2%)
$47,120 + $45,200
$92,320
2012
$1,730 (−19.7%)
$47,360 + $37,960
$85,320
2011
$2,155 (+11.3%)
$28,600 + $72,640
$101,240
2010
$1,936 (+9.1%)
$28,600 + $72,640
$101,240
2008
$1,775
Tax history for 23 S Avondale Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,093 (+10.2%)
$70,240 + $192,240
$262,480
2024
$8,254 (+7.0%)
$70,240 + $192,240
$262,480
2023
$7,716 (+2.4%)
$70,240 + $164,200
$234,440
2022
$7,534 (+6.1%)
$62,680 + $139,880
$202,560
2021
$7,102 (+215.0%)
$62,680 + $127,360
$190,040
2020
$2,254 (+3.2%)
$62,680 + $127,360
$190,040
2019
$2,184 (−1.9%)
$62,680 + $76,240
$138,920
2018
$2,226 (−1.2%)
$28,600 + $100,480
$129,080
2017
$2,253 (−1.1%)
$28,600 + $100,480
$129,080
2016
$2,277 (+32.0%)
$28,600 + $84,400
$113,000
2014
$1,725 (−4.3%)
$28,600 + $79,480
$108,080
2013
$1,802 (+4.2%)
$47,120 + $45,200
$92,320
2012
$1,730 (−19.7%)
$47,360 + $37,960
$85,320
2011
$2,155 (+11.3%)
$28,600 + $72,640
$101,240
2010
$1,936 (+9.1%)
$28,600 + $72,640
$101,240
2008
$1,775
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,686
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 249 01 040
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Carport, Covered, Drive Under Main Level, Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Dekalb - Other
High School: Dekalb - Other
Location Information
Directions: Head East on E College Ave then take a Right on S Avondale Rd. Home will be on your Right.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,686
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 249 01 040
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
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