Set on an oversized corner lot, this 1950s ranch offers classic charm with thoughtful updates in a beloved central location. With three bedrooms and one and a half baths, the home features two inviting living spaces, a separate dining room, and a kitchen that opens easily into both the living room and den, creating wonderful flow for everyday living and entertaining. Hardwood floors, updated lighting, a modern classic kitchen, and plenty of 1950s charm set the tone throughout, complemented by abundant natural light and an easy, comfortable layout. A large screened porch extends the living space outdoors and overlooks a very large, flat, privacy-fenced yard?ideal for gardeners, play, or quiet outdoor enjoyment. Across from a completely wooded green space and zoned Museum School Tier 1, the home is just a short walk or drive to Legacy Park, downtown Decatur, and neighborhood favorites. Lovingly maintained and move-in ready, this home is waiting for its next owner.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$366Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by KATHRYN GODWIN• Adams Realtors
Contact: 404-688-1222
Bought with MIKE TERRY• Atlanta Intown Real Estate Services
Source:FMLS #7712047
Redfin Estimate
$576,695
$70K since sold in February 2026$12K since July
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This home's estimate is 7.6% higher than the average sale price ($536K) of 5 comparable homes.
Est. $2,924 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1130 N Carter Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7712047
Feb 26, 2026
Sold
$507,000
$366/sq ft
Feb 2, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 30, 2026
Listed
$499,000
$360/sq ft
GAMLS #10682199
Feb 26, 2026
Sold
$507,000
$366/sq ft
Feb 2, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 30, 2026
Listed
$499,000
$360/sq ft
Set on an oversized corner lot, this 1950s ranch offers classic charm with thoughtful updates in a beloved central location. With three bedrooms and one and a half baths, the home features two inviting living spaces, a separate dining room, and a kitchen that opens easily into both the living room and den, creating wonderful flow for everyday living and entertaining. Hardwood floors, updated lighting, a modern classic kitchen, and plenty of 1950s charm set the tone throughout, complemented by abundant natural light and an easy, comfortable layout. A large screened porch extends the living space outdoors and overlooks a very large, flat, privacy-fenced yard?ideal for gardeners, play, or quiet outdoor enjoyment. Across from a completely wooded green space and zoned Museum School Tier 1, the home is just a short walk or drive to Legacy Park, downtown Decatur, and neighborhood favorites. Lovingly maintained and move-in ready, this home is waiting for its next owner.
FMLS #6541435
May 20, 2019
Sold
$380,000
$274/sq ft
Apr 30, 2019
Pending
—
Apr 24, 2019
Listed
$350,000
$252/sq ft
CHARMING MID-CENTURY BRICK RANCH w/so many Updates & Extras! Newly Refin Hardwd Flrs, Renovated Kit w/Quartz C'tops, SS Appl, Farmhouse Sink, Subway Tile. Sep. Living Rm & Dining Rm + Family Rm w/Beaut New Murphy Bed. Lg Screen Porch & Lg Deck o'look Pvt Level Fenced Backyd -Perfect for Kids, Pets! Laundry Rm, New Light Fixtures, Updated Baths, Smooth Ceilings, Lg Beaut Lot w/mature Trees & Shrubs. Carport+ Park Pad, Unfin Basement w/Ext Entrance, Storage Shed. Hm faces Park/Grn Space across street. Relax, Play, Enjoy! HVAC-2yrs, Storm Windows. 4-Sides Brick, painted.
GAMLS #8570047
May 20, 2019
Sold
$380,000
$274/sq ft
Apr 30, 2019
Pending
—
Apr 24, 2019
Listed
$350,000
$252/sq ft
GAMLS #3171986
Nov 4, 2014
Price Changed
$190,000
$137/sq ft
Feb 27, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Feb 26, 2012
Price Changed
$199,900
$144/sq ft
Feb 23, 2012
Sold
$190,000
$137/sq ft
Jan 13, 2012
Listed
$199,900
$144/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 6, 2012
Sold
$190,000
$137/sq ft
FMLS #4312016
Feb 27, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Feb 24, 2012
Pending
—
Feb 23, 2012
Sold
$190,000
$137/sq ft
Jan 10, 2012
Listed
$199,900
$144/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 14, 2002
Sold
$230,000
$166/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 23, 2000
Sold
$164,500
$119/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,324
$58,120 + $121,120
$179,240
2024
$5,327 (+21.9%)
$58,120 + $121,120
$179,240
2023
$4,369 (−9.1%)
$58,120 + $113,040
$171,160
2022
$4,804 (+6.2%)
$40,000 + $109,320
$149,320
2021
$4,525 (+4.1%)
$40,000 + $97,200
$137,200
2020
$4,346 (+17.0%)
$40,000 + $97,200
$137,200
2019
$3,713 (+28.6%)
$40,000 + $80,600
$120,600
2018
$2,887 (−30.3%)
$16,188 + $69,012
$85,200
2017
$4,143 (+0.8%)
$16,188 + $69,012
$85,200
2016
$4,112 (−9.8%)
$19,520 + $81,280
$100,800
2014
$4,560 (+125.2%)
$19,520 + $64,800
$84,320
2012
$2,025 (−34.4%)
$22,440 + $36,320
$58,760
2011
$3,088 (+10.6%)
$22,120 + $65,000
$87,120
2010
$2,791 (+11.5%)
$22,120 + $65,000
$87,120
2008
$2,502
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,320
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 216 09 014
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.
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Decatur head EAST on W Ponce De Leon Ave. Turn R on Commerce, go straight at light, cross College Ave on to S Columbia 1 mi to L on N Carter Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Trails/Greenway, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,320
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 216 09 014
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
38/100 Car-Dependent35/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
6/10
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