Off Market Dec 2016 for $810K

$1,285,579

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,273/mo

•

3,506

sq ft

8 Kensington Rd, Avondale Estates, GA 30002

About this home

Now complete (as of July 28th), this gorgeous new home from respected intown builder Lockman Homebuilding offers truly distinctive finishes and is loaded with upgrades. Not your typical new construction. Impressive master on main; five bedrooms + bonus room; high-end kitchen with Jenn-Air pro appliances + huge island + walk-in pantry + breakfast room, huge front porch + screened porch w/ vaulted ceiling; mudroom with build-ins & side entrance, 2-car garage, large level lot. Easy stroll to swim & tennis club, Lake Avondale & all the activity of historic downtown Avondale

Single-familyProperty Type

2016Year Built

0.4 acresLot Size

$367Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by CHIP WALLACE • Keller Knapp

Bought with John Morgan • Park Realty, LLC.

Source:FMLS #5727083

Redfin Estimate

$1,285,579

$476K since sold in December 2016$16K since August

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This home's estimate is 40.8% higher than the average sale price ($913K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD DEC 3, 2025
$1,178,250
A
5 beds4 baths3,908 sq ft
3254 Kensington Rd, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$860,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths4,455 sq ft
3353 Rammel Way, Avondale Est, GA 30002
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$710,000
C
5 beds3 baths3,162 sq ft
218 3rd Ave, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$960,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,344 sq ft
150 Ridgeland Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD MAR 19, 2026
$912,165
E
5 beds4.5 baths3,452 sq ft
264 1st Ave, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$858,000
F
5 beds4 baths3,225 sq ft
3216 Cedar St, Scottdale, GA 30079

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Market trends in 30002, GA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.2%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$730K

$37K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

$815,000
3 beds3 baths2,247 sq ft
1 Lakeshore Dr, Avondale Est, GA 30002
$468,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,592 sq ft
3520 Kensington Parc Cir, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
3D WALKTHROUGH
$679,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,550 sq ft
556 Avondale Hills Dr, Decatur, GA 30032
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,180,000
4 beds3 baths2,453 sq ft
3199 Wynn Dr, Avondale Est, GA 30002
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Sale history for 8 Kensington Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$15,475 (+0.3%)

$80,000 + $367,880

$447,880

2024

$15,427 (+7.7%)

$80,000 + $367,880

$447,880

2023

$14,326 (−1.0%)

$80,000 + $361,680

$441,680

2022

$14,473 (+2.5%)

$80,000 + $318,480

$398,480

2021

$14,125 (+16.6%)

$80,000 + $309,240

$389,240

2020

$12,116

$80,000 + $309,240

$389,240

2019

$12,104 (−1.4%)

$80,000 + $252,880

$332,880

2018

$12,279 (+1.5%)

$60,000 + $266,120

$326,120

2017

$12,103 (+132.4%)

$60,000 + $266,120

$326,120

2016

$5,208 (−13.6%)

$19,992 + $80,000

$99,992

2014

$6,029 (+26.5%)

$30,120 + $120,520

$150,640

2013

$4,767 (−2.3%)

$49,880 + $67,080

$116,960

2012

$4,878 (−9.5%)

$49,880 + $67,080

$116,960

2011

$5,392 (+5.9%)

$30,120 + $97,240

$127,360

2010

$5,094 (+7.5%)

$30,120 + $97,240

$127,360

2008

$4,737

Tax history for 8 Kensington Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$15,475 (+0.3%)

$80,000 + $367,880

$447,880

2024

$15,427 (+7.7%)

$80,000 + $367,880

$447,880

2023

$14,326 (−1.0%)

$80,000 + $361,680

$441,680

2022

$14,473 (+2.5%)

$80,000 + $318,480

$398,480

2021

$14,125 (+16.6%)

$80,000 + $309,240

$389,240

2020

$12,116

$80,000 + $309,240

$389,240

2019

$12,104 (−1.4%)

$80,000 + $252,880

$332,880

2018

$12,279 (+1.5%)

$60,000 + $266,120

$326,120

2017

$12,103 (+132.4%)

$60,000 + $266,120

$326,120

2016

$5,208 (−13.6%)

$19,992 + $80,000

$99,992

2014

$6,029 (+26.5%)

$30,120 + $120,520

$150,640

2013

$4,767 (−2.3%)

$49,880 + $67,080

$116,960

2012

$4,878 (−9.5%)

$49,880 + $67,080

$116,960

2011

$5,392 (+5.9%)

$30,120 + $97,240

$127,360

2010

$5,094 (+7.5%)

$30,120 + $97,240

$127,360

2008

$4,737

*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

Baths

3.5

Stories

1.6

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.4 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,580

Year built

2016

Style

Single Family Residential

County

DeKalb County

APN

15 249 05 007

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: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main

Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter
Interior Features: Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Disappearing Attic Stairs, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, His and Hers Closets, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level, Mud Room
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room,Cabinets White,Kitchen Island,Pantry Walk-In,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Loft, Office
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Property Information
Levels: Two
AccessibilityFeatures: Accessible Entrance
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Exterior Features: Garden
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio, Screened
Property Condition: New Construction
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Insulation, Thermostat, Windows

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills

Location Information
Directions: FROM DOWNTOWN DECATUR: take College Avenue, turn right onto Clarendon (in downtown Avondale), then immediate left onto South Avondale Road, stay straight onto Kensington Road to home on left.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA

Community Information
Community Features: Lake, Park, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,580
Stories: 1.6
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2016
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 249 05 007

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 • 3.1mi

5/10

Druid Hills High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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DeKalb County offers diverse lifestyles, from established communities like Decatur and Avondale Estates to suburban neighborhoods throughout North and East DeKalb. Known for its culture, dining, green spaces, and MARTA access, DeKalb attracts buyers...
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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

5/10 Wind Factor

26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Avondale Estates, GA • 30002

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.22M – $1.48M

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Home values near 8 Kensington Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
9 Kensington Rd, Avondale Est, GA - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,082,864
18 Kensington Rd, Avondale Est, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$750,734

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Kensington Rd, Avondale Estates, GA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2026 Sq. Ft.	$958,365
14 Kensington Rd, Avondale Est, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2560 Sq. Ft.	$807,407

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Kensington Rd, Avondale Est, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3358 Sq. Ft.	$861,500
10 Kensington Rd, Avondale Est, GA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2888 Sq. Ft.	$1,076,826

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