REDUCED to SELL! Amazing opportunity in Historic Avondale Estates!This pristine 3 bedroom, 2 bath Avondale charmer sits on a sunny corner lot. A sparkling bungalow, it has a fresh coat of paint inside and out! Updates throughout, new windows and blinds, INCREDIBLE Master and Master Bath, Open kitchen with stainless appliances, BONUS ROOM -separate home office/breakfast room, great back deck and wrap around yard. Can easily add a 2nd story with permanent staircase in place. Short walk to newly re-vitalized downtown, the Avondale Lake, Museum School and Swim/Tennis Club.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
$386Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer Newman• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Stephany Cross• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Source:FMLS #5372650
Redfin Estimate
$702,040
$314K since sold in May 2015$7,000 since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 19.8% higher than the average sale price ($586K) of 5 comparable homes.
JUST REDUCED to sell! Pristine 3 bedroom, 2 bath charmer is "move-in" ready just for you! Freshly painted exterior and interior, immaculate home in Historic Avondale. Huge Master bedroom and bath, BONUS ROOM/office/breakfast room, updated kitchen, sunny & bright corner lot, permanent stairs to attic (easy 2nd story pop-up), lots of storage, great back deck and wrap around yard. Eligible for coveted Museum School lottery. Easy walk to everything fun in Avondale!
Public Records
May 8, 2015
Sold
$387,900
$213/sq ft
FMLS #5372650
May 20, 2015
Price Changed
$387,900
$213/sq ft
May 20, 2015
Sold
$387,900
$213/sq ft
May 7, 2015
Price Changed
$389,900
$214/sq ft
Apr 1, 2015
Contingent
—
Mar 11, 2015
Price Changed
$389,900
$214/sq ft
Jan 2, 2015
Listed
$399,900
$220/sq ft
Dec 30, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Dec 30, 2014
Price Changed
$399,900
$220/sq ft
Dec 3, 2014
Listed
$405,000
$223/sq ft
GAMLS #7047517
May 21, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Mar 19, 2013
Price Changed
$364,900
$200/sq ft
Feb 5, 2013
Listed
$379,000
$208/sq ft
GAMLS #1
Jun 17, 2010
Price Changed
$414,767
$228/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 17, 2004
Sold
$329,500
$181/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 10, 2003
Sold
$180,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,485 (+14.8%)
$67,176 + $181,624
$248,800
2024
$3,036 (+0.4%)
$67,176 + $181,624
$248,800
2023
$3,026 (−7.1%)
$73,960 + $203,320
$277,280
2022
$3,258 (+10.8%)
$66,000 + $155,120
$221,120
2021
$2,941 (+5.2%)
$66,000 + $124,440
$190,440
2020
$2,796 (+1.9%)
$66,000 + $124,440
$190,440
2019
$2,745 (+0.1%)
$66,000 + $123,480
$189,480
2018
$2,741 (−2.8%)
$30,120 + $142,600
$172,720
2017
$2,819
$30,120 + $142,600
$172,720
2016
$2,821 (−42.5%)
$30,120 + $122,640
$152,760
2014
$4,909 (+11.9%)
$30,120 + $86,480
$116,600
2012
$4,387 (−2.0%)
$49,880 + $55,560
$105,440
2011
$4,475 (+5.8%)
$30,120 + $76,000
$106,120
2010
$4,230 (+9.0%)
$30,120 + $76,000
$106,120
2008
$3,880
Tax history for 36 Kensington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,485 (+14.8%)
$67,176 + $181,624
$248,800
2024
$3,036 (+0.4%)
$67,176 + $181,624
$248,800
2023
$3,026 (−7.1%)
$73,960 + $203,320
$277,280
2022
$3,258 (+10.8%)
$66,000 + $155,120
$221,120
2021
$2,941 (+5.2%)
$66,000 + $124,440
$190,440
2020
$2,796 (+1.9%)
$66,000 + $124,440
$190,440
2019
$2,745 (+0.1%)
$66,000 + $123,480
$189,480
2018
$2,741 (−2.8%)
$30,120 + $142,600
$172,720
2017
$2,819
$30,120 + $142,600
$172,720
2016
$2,821 (−42.5%)
$30,120 + $122,640
$152,760
2014
$4,909 (+11.9%)
$30,120 + $86,480
$116,600
2012
$4,387 (−2.0%)
$49,880 + $55,560
$105,440
2011
$4,475 (+5.8%)
$30,120 + $76,000
$106,120
2010
$4,230 (+9.0%)
$30,120 + $76,000
$106,120
2008
$3,880
*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
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,039
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 250 02 013
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 Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Soaking Tub,Whirlpool Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, Permanent Attic Stairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Basement
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets Other,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Bonus Room, Office
Basement: Interior Entry, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Garden
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Not Valid
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: College Ave, rt on Clarendon, lft S. Avondale, vere right on Kensington, 2nd rght on traffic circle, house on left #36
Road Surface Type: Paved
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Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,039
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 250 02 013
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 • 3.3mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
6/10
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