Welcome to 1096 Walker Drive, a lovingly maintained brick bungalow nestled in the highly sought-after and established Decatur neighborhood, Forrest Hills! Step inside to discover fresh paint throughout and beautifully refinished hardwood floors. Both functional and inviting, the living room features charming built-in bookshelves and a new Renewal by Andersen picture window that fills the space with natural light. A standout bonus: the window includes an invisible screen, making it easy to enjoy fresh air on breezy days. Upstairs, you’ll find a half bath and two versatile flex spaces—ideal for a home office, kids’ room, guest space, or whatever hobbies may find you in 2026! Back on the main-level, you will find a tastefully updated full bathroom with a custom farmhouse vanity, and two bedrooms. The kitchen offers updated fixtures, and stainless steel appliances, creating a practical and efficient workspace. French doors in the adjacent dining room open to a large back deck and generous, professionally landscaped backyard, which includes a newly installed storage shed, as well as a wonderful and versatile level area near the rear of the yard. The deck can be enjoyed as is, or the large backyard offers excellent potential for a future expansion. Aside from the home’s amenities, the neighborhood of Forrest Hills is very special. There is a warmth and friendliness one doesn’t find every day. Kids play in the street, neighbors forge friendships, offer help, or a laugh if it’s needed. There are also two community nature parks, with creek access in Forrest Hills. All this, a short distance from the award-winning The Museum School, Avondale Estates, Downtown Decatur, Legacy Park, and Oakhurst. This is truly a special home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$391Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jane Christ• Keller Knapp
Contact: 404-502-4094
Bought with Bobby Wess• Jane & Co Real Estate
Source:FMLS #7700295
Redfin Estimate
$534,769
$65K since sold in February 2026$0 since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 8.8% higher than the average sale price ($492K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to 1096 Walker Drive, a lovingly maintained brick bungalow nestled in the highly sought-after and established Decatur neighborhood, Forrest Hills! Step inside to discover fresh paint throughout and beautifully refinished hardwood floors. Both functional and inviting, the living room features charming built-in bookshelves and a new Renewal by Andersen picture window that fills the space with natural light. A standout bonus: the window includes an invisible screen, making it easy to enjoy fresh air on breezy days. Upstairs, you'll find a half bath and two versatile flex spaces-ideal for a home office, kids' room, guest space, or whatever hobbies may find you in 2026! Back on the main-level, you will find a tastefully updated full bathroom with a custom farmhouse vanity, and two bedrooms. The kitchen offers updated fixtures, and stainless steel appliances, creating a practical and efficient workspace. French doors in the adjacent dining room open to a large back deck and generous, professionally landscaped backyard, which includes a newly installed storage shed, as well as a wonderful and versatile level area near the rear of the yard. The deck can be enjoyed as is, or the large backyard offers excellent potential for a future expansion. Aside from the home's amenities, the neighborhood of Forrest Hills is very special. There is a warmth and friendliness one doesn't find every day. Kids play in the street, neighbors forge friendships, offer help, or a laugh if it's needed. There are also two community nature parks, with creek access in Forrest Hills. All this, a short distance from the award-winning The Museum School, Avondale Estates, Downtown Decatur, Legacy Park, and Oakhurst. This is truly a special home!
FMLS #6698024
Jun 12, 2020
Sold
$360,000
$263/sq ft
May 11, 2020
Pending
—
May 5, 2020
Contingent
—
Mar 18, 2020
Listed
$365,000
$267/sq ft
Quintessential 1950's 4-sided brick home on a large lot, located in the desirable Forrest Hills community with 3 bedrooms and 1 and half baths. Large, fully fenced backyard with spacious deck has been professionally landscaped and features a firepit and bocce ball court with French drain system. Unique architectural details such as the arched brick entry way with steep pitched gable and vintage telephone nook in the hallway add distinct character to this special home.Updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances, and white cabinets opens to separate dining room. The full bathroom has been renovated with a custom carpentered farmhouse vanity, wall-mounted faucets, glass shower doors, and tile on floor and in shower. Upstairs is the third bedroom, updated half bath, and bonus room. Brand new carpet and refurbished walls and ceiling that have just been repainted make this space feel fresh and new. Forrest Hills is a well-established and highly sought-after neighborhood with its own nature park overlooking a creek and is within walking distance to the award-winning Museum School.
GAMLS #8760008
Jun 12, 2020
Sold
$360,000
$263/sq ft
May 5, 2020
Pending
—
Feb 4, 2020
Listed
$365,000
$267/sq ft
GAMLS #3237214
Oct 22, 2014
Price Changed
$161,500
$118/sq ft
Sep 10, 2012
Sold
$161,500
$118/sq ft
Jul 31, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jul 30, 2012
Price Changed
$169,900
$124/sq ft
Jun 11, 2012
Price Changed
$169,900
$124/sq ft
Jun 11, 2012
Relisted
—
Jun 11, 2012
Listing Removed
—
May 29, 2012
Listed
$179,900
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 15, 2014
Sold
$219,900
$161/sq ft
FMLS #5301400
Jul 29, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jul 11, 2014
Sold
$219,900
$161/sq ft
Jun 16, 2014
Pending
—
Jun 6, 2014
Listed
$219,900
$161/sq ft
GAMLS #7283012
Jul 12, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jul 11, 2014
Sold
$219,900
$161/sq ft
Jun 16, 2014
Pending
—
Jun 6, 2014
Listed
$219,900
$161/sq ft
FMLS #5019436
Sep 18, 2012
Price Changed
$161,500
$118/sq ft
Sep 18, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Sep 10, 2012
Sold
$161,500
$118/sq ft
Sep 10, 2012
Price Changed
$169,900
$124/sq ft
Jul 31, 2012
Pending
—
Jun 11, 2012
Price Changed
$169,900
$124/sq ft
May 13, 2012
Listed
$179,900
$132/sq ft
GAMLS #3184996
May 31, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Apr 23, 2012
Price Changed
$189,900
$139/sq ft
Mar 6, 2012
Price Changed
$199,900
$146/sq ft
Feb 8, 2012
Listed
$217,900
$159/sq ft
GAMLS #1
Nov 28, 2011
Price Changed
$179,900
$132/sq ft
Nov 11, 2011
Price Changed
$200,000
$146/sq ft
Aug 9, 2011
Price Changed
$175,000
$128/sq ft
Apr 22, 2011
Price Changed
$199,900
$146/sq ft
Mar 31, 2011
Price Changed
$214,900
$157/sq ft
FMLS #3594530
Feb 13, 2008
Sold
$236,500
$173/sq ft
Oct 30, 2007
Listed
$248,500
$182/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 31, 2007
Sold
$100,000
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,295 (−1.9%)
$58,120 + $115,400
$173,520
2024
$5,398 (+23.2%)
$58,120 + $115,400
$173,520
2023
$4,382 (−10.2%)
$58,120 + $110,760
$168,880
2022
$4,878 (+6.2%)
$40,000 + $106,880
$146,880
2021
$4,592 (+12.9%)
$40,000 + $94,480
$134,480
2020
$4,068 (−1.3%)
$40,000 + $94,480
$134,480
2019
$4,123 (+1.4%)
$40,000 + $97,720
$137,720
2018
$4,065 (+19.6%)
$19,520 + $115,880
$135,400
2017
$3,400 (+6.3%)
$19,520 + $115,880
$135,400
2016
$3,197 (+7.4%)
$19,520 + $76,560
$96,080
2014
$2,977 (+12.4%)
$19,520 + $68,960
$88,480
2013
$2,648 (−40.2%)
$43,760 + $37,440
$81,200
2012
$4,428 (+48.6%)
$43,760 + $45,720
$89,480
2011
$2,980 (+10.7%)
$19,520 + $65,120
$84,640
2010
$2,692 (−10.8%)
$24,426 + $60,214
$84,640
2008
$3,017
Tax history for 1096 Walker Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,295 (−1.9%)
$58,120 + $115,400
$173,520
2024
$5,398 (+23.2%)
$58,120 + $115,400
$173,520
2023
$4,382 (−10.2%)
$58,120 + $110,760
$168,880
2022
$4,878 (+6.2%)
$40,000 + $106,880
$146,880
2021
$4,592 (+12.9%)
$40,000 + $94,480
$134,480
2020
$4,068 (−1.3%)
$40,000 + $94,480
$134,480
2019
$4,123 (+1.4%)
$40,000 + $97,720
$137,720
2018
$4,065 (+19.6%)
$19,520 + $115,880
$135,400
2017
$3,400 (+6.3%)
$19,520 + $115,880
$135,400
2016
$3,197 (+7.4%)
$19,520 + $76,560
$96,080
2014
$2,977 (+12.4%)
$19,520 + $68,960
$88,480
2013
$2,648 (−40.2%)
$43,760 + $37,440
$81,200
2012
$4,428 (+48.6%)
$43,760 + $45,720
$89,480
2011
$2,980 (+10.7%)
$19,520 + $65,120
$84,640
2010
$2,692 (−10.8%)
$24,426 + $60,214
$84,640
2008
$3,017
*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
1.5
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,216
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 216 08 008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
R-75
Residential Medium Lot-75 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of ten thousand square feet; To provide for compatible infill development in neighborhoods; To provide protections for existing development as new subdivisions are created; To provide flexibility in design on the interior of new development while protecting surrounding development; To assure that the uses and structures authorized in the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District are those uses and structures designed to serve the housing, recreational, educational, religious, and social needs of the neighborhood; To provide for appropriately sized accessible and useable open space in new developments for health, recreational and social opportunities for county residents; To implement the future development map of the county's most current comprehensive plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Golf related
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: None
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: None
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bookcases, High Speed Internet
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall
Kitchen Features: Solid Surface Counters
Dining Room Features: Open Concept,Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Bonus Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Private Yard, Storage
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Condition: Resale
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: Please use GPS.
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel, Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,216
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 216 08 008
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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