What a charming 3/1 bungalow (with so much future potential) that is only blocks from Westchester Elementary (City of Decatur schools), and within easy walking distance to downtown Decatur! This home will provide you with everything you need for an incredible life. Small town vibes from the downtown square, unique shops and bookstores to wander in, plus you have easy access to the CDC & Emory and you are so close to downtown and all it offers. This is a very special home that is move-in ready or can be taken to the next level with some easy updates. The charm is everywhere when you walk through this house. They don't make them like this anymore! Beautiful hardwood floors and windows galore. Plus stairs to a walkable attic provides valuable storage space or could be included in your renovations for another living space! Come and take a look at this beauty....Don't miss out!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$465Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Rhonda Duffy• Duffy Realty
Bought with Kelly Evans• HomeSmart
Source:GAMLS #8857771
Redfin Estimate
$575,148
$148 since sold in May 2025$1,000 since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 8% lower than the average sale price ($625K) of 6 comparable homes.
What a charming 3/1 bungalow (with so much future potential) that is only blocks from Westchester Elementary (City of Decatur schools), and within easy walking distance to downtown Decatur! This home will provide you with everything you need for an incredible life. Small town vibes from the downtown square, unique shops and bookstores to wander in, plus you have easy access to the CDC & Emory and you are so close to downtown and all it offers. This is a very special home that is move-in ready or can be taken to the next level with some easy updates. The charm is everywhere when you walk through this house. They don't make them like this anymore! Beautiful hardwood floors and windows galore. Plus stairs to a walkable attic provides valuable storage space or could be included in your renovations for another living space! Come and take a look at this beauty....Don't miss out!
FMLS #6781963
Oct 16, 2020
Sold
$377,500
$305/sq ft
Sep 24, 2020
Pending
—
Sep 15, 2020
Listed
$380,000
$307/sq ft
What a charming 3/1 bungalow (with so much future potential) that is only blocks from Westchester Elementary (City of Decatur schools), and within easy walking distance to downtown Decatur! This home will provide you with everything you need for an incredible life. Small town vibes from the downtown square, unique shops and bookstores to wander in, plus you have easy access to the CDC & Emory and you are so close to downtown and all it offers. This is a very special home that is move-in ready or can be taken to the next level with some easy updates. The charm is everywhere when you walk through this house. They don't make them like this anymore! Beautiful hardwood floors and windows galore. Plus stairs to a walkable attic provides valuable storage space or could be included in your renovations for another living space! Come and take a look at this beauty....Don't miss out!
Public Records
Jul 11, 1997
Sold
$180,200
$146/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 28, 1988
Sold
$92,500
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 28, 1985
Sold
$83,000
$67/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 24, 1982
Sold
$70,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,991 (+9.4%)
$120,000 + $113,600
$233,600
2024
$11,876 (−38.9%)
$120,000 + $113,600
$233,600
2023
$19,437 (+107.4%)
$120,000 + $100,160
$220,160
2022
$9,374 (−39.6%)
$108,640 + $78,000
$186,640
2021
$15,519 (+13,682.0%)
$37,880 + $113,120
$151,000
2020
$113 (−98.3%)
$37,880 + $113,120
$151,000
2019
$6,733 (+0.4%)
$40,000 + $113,840
$153,840
2018
$6,709 (−4.6%)
$40,000 + $117,720
$157,720
2017
$7,032 (+95.2%)
$40,000 + $117,720
$157,720
2016
$3,603 (+16.0%)
$36,720 + $111,640
$148,360
2014
$3,107 (+4.0%)
$36,720 + $97,880
$134,600
2013
$2,988 (+502.6%)
$36,720 + $78,000
$114,720
2012
$496 (−82.9%)
$80,920 + $33,800
$114,720
2011
$2,903 (+545.5%)
$36,000 + $66,640
$102,640
2010
$450 (+15.5%)
$36,000 + $66,640
$102,640
2008
$389
Tax history for 109 Kathryn Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,991 (+9.4%)
$120,000 + $113,600
$233,600
2024
$11,876 (−38.9%)
$120,000 + $113,600
$233,600
2023
$19,437 (+107.4%)
$120,000 + $100,160
$220,160
2022
$9,374 (−39.6%)
$108,640 + $78,000
$186,640
2021
$15,519 (+13,682.0%)
$37,880 + $113,120
$151,000
2020
$113 (−98.3%)
$37,880 + $113,120
$151,000
2019
$6,733 (+0.4%)
$40,000 + $113,840
$153,840
2018
$6,709 (−4.6%)
$40,000 + $117,720
$157,720
2017
$7,032 (+95.2%)
$40,000 + $117,720
$157,720
2016
$3,603 (+16.0%)
$36,720 + $111,640
$148,360
2014
$3,107 (+4.0%)
$36,720 + $97,880
$134,600
2013
$2,988 (+502.6%)
$36,720 + $78,000
$114,720
2012
$496 (−82.9%)
$80,920 + $33,800
$114,720
2011
$2,903 (+545.5%)
$36,000 + $66,640
$102,640
2010
$450 (+15.5%)
$36,000 + $66,640
$102,640
2008
$389
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
R-60
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide for single-family residential development with a minimum lot size of 9,000 sq ft with such public buildings, schools, places of worship, public recreational facilities and accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with such surroundings. The district is located to protect existing developments of this character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Public service-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Type: Crawl-Space
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Stone
Building Style Type: Traditional
Building Construction Quality: Above Average
Exterior Wall: Brick
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: CHELSEA HEIGHTS
Living Sq. Ft: 1,236
Adjusted Gross Sq. Ft: 1,236
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,236
Building Sq. Ft: 2,472
# of Stories: 1.2
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: PB 11 PG 113
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 8,276
Legal Lot Number: 12
Legal Block Number: 26
Municipality Name: DECATUR
Acres: 0.19
Depth Footage: 166
Front Footage: 83
Zoning Code: R60
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,236
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 004 19 078
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Westchester Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.4mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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