Located on one of the BEST streets in Oakhurst, this charming Craftsman home has everything you are looking for! The main floor features gorgeous tall ceilings, hardwood floors, and a functional open concept layout. The kitchen is a chef's dream with double ovens, a 6 burner gas range, and a large kitchen island with a view to the living room where you can cozy up in front of the wood burning fireplace. The back door opens to a fantastic screened porch, and from there you can access your level back yard and detached 2-car garage. The main floor also features a bedroom with French doors that is currently being used as an office, a full bathroom, butler's pantry, and separate dining room. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious owner's suite complete with an oversized walk in closet, a soaking tub, a large shower with dual showerheads, and double vanities, as well as three additional bedrooms, two of which are connected by a Jack and Jill bath, an additional full bathroom, and a laundry room. Enjoy on demand hot water from your tankless water heater. Home has had only one owner and is in excellent condition. AMAZING walkable location, only a block to the Oakhurst Village where you can get coffee, pick up groceries, and enjoy a meal at any one of Oakhurst's awesome restaurants. Easy walking or biking distance to top rated City of Decatur schools, Oakhurst and McKoy Parks, the dog park, and so much more. Maxwell Street is a wonderful street where friendly neighbors socialize while kids of all ages play together in front yards. Love music? Host a band on your new front porch for Oakhurst Porchfest, enjoy Jazz Nights in the village, or Liquor on the Lawn featuring live music at Scout! This is the one you've been waiting for!
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$419Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marianne Banchero• Keller Knapp
Bought with JONATHAN RICH• Keller Knapp
Source:FMLS #7057468
Redfin Estimate
$1,454,453
$159K since sold in August 2022$5,000 since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 4.7% lower than the average sale price ($1.53M) of 6 comparable homes.
Located on one of the BEST streets in Oakhurst, this charming Craftsman home has everything you are looking for! The main floor features gorgeous tall ceilings, hardwood floors, and a functional open concept layout. The kitchen is a chef's dream with double ovens, a 6 burner gas range, and a large kitchen island with a view to the living room where you can cozy up in front of the wood burning fireplace. The back door opens to a fantastic screened porch, and from there you can access your level back yard and detached 2-car garage. The main floor also features a bedroom with French doors that is currently being used as an office, a full bathroom, butler's pantry, and separate dining room. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious owner's suite complete with an oversized walk in closet, a soaking tub, a large shower with dual showerheads, and double vanities, as well as three additional bedrooms, two of which are connected by a Jack and Jill bath, an additional full bathroom, and a laundry room. Enjoy on demand hot water from your tankless water heater. Home has had only one owner and is in excellent condition. AMAZING walkable location, only a block to the Oakhurst Village where you can get coffee, pick up groceries, and enjoy a meal at any one of Oakhurst's awesome restaurants. Easy walking or biking distance to top rated City of Decatur schools, Oakhurst and McKoy Parks, the dog park, and so much more. Maxwell Street is a wonderful street where friendly neighbors socialize while kids of all ages play together in front yards. Love music? Host a band on your new front porch for Oakhurst Porchfest, enjoy Jazz Nights in the village, or Liquor on the Lawn featuring live music at Scout! This is the one you've been waiting for!
Public Records
Jul 23, 2012
Sold
$689,000
$199/sq ft
FMLS #4306439
Jul 19, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jul 13, 2012
Sold
$689,000
$199/sq ft
May 17, 2012
Pending
—
Dec 21, 2011
Listed
$689,000
$199/sq ft
Beautiful 5bd/4ba home in Oakhurst neighborhood, City of Decatur. Classic reproduction 2-story Craftsman with detached 2-car garage. Great street one block to Oakhurst Village. Xtra lrg family room w/fireplace, separate dining room - great spaces for entertaining. Kitchen has granite cntrtps, island, bfast area and lots of cabinets. 3 guest bdrms upstairs - two share Jack-n-Jill bath, 1 has prvt bath. Mstr has spa retreat bath & walk-in closets. Custom moldings, hrdwd floors thru-out, landscaped yard. Walk to Oakhurst Village & McKoy Park. One of the BEST streets!
GAMLS #3164931
May 31, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Dec 23, 2011
Listed
$689,000
$199/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 18, 2011
Sold
$225,000
$65/sq ft
FMLS #4240592
Jul 24, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jul 22, 2011
Sold
$225,000
$65/sq ft
Jun 23, 2011
Listed
$249,750
$72/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,264 (+4.4%)
$132,400 + $467,480
$599,880
2024
$24,207 (+33.9%)
$132,400 + $467,480
$599,880
2023
$18,073 (−0.3%)
$132,400 + $442,840
$575,240
2022
$18,132 (+1.1%)
$132,400 + $263,840
$396,240
2021
$17,940 (+11.0%)
$60,000 + $329,480
$389,480
2020
$16,155 (+3.4%)
$60,000 + $329,480
$389,480
2019
$15,617 (+12.5%)
$60,000 + $300,320
$360,320
2018
$13,878 (−10.7%)
$60,000 + $268,520
$328,520
2017
$15,542 (+95.8%)
$60,000 + $268,520
$328,520
2016
$7,938 (+14.3%)
$60,000 + $280,560
$340,560
2014
$6,947 (+117.2%)
$60,000 + $248,360
$308,360
2013
$3,198 (+181.4%)
$55,816 + $212,680
$268,496
2012
$1,137 (+13.0%)
$85,760 + $4,240
$90,000
2011
$1,006 (+202.5%)
$32,000 + $49,160
$81,160
2010
$332 (+18.8%)
$32,000 + $49,160
$81,160
2008
$280
Tax history for 117 Maxwell St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,264 (+4.4%)
$132,400 + $467,480
$599,880
2024
$24,207 (+33.9%)
$132,400 + $467,480
$599,880
2023
$18,073 (−0.3%)
$132,400 + $442,840
$575,240
2022
$18,132 (+1.1%)
$132,400 + $263,840
$396,240
2021
$17,940 (+11.0%)
$60,000 + $329,480
$389,480
2020
$16,155 (+3.4%)
$60,000 + $329,480
$389,480
2019
$15,617 (+12.5%)
$60,000 + $300,320
$360,320
2018
$13,878 (−10.7%)
$60,000 + $268,520
$328,520
2017
$15,542 (+95.8%)
$60,000 + $268,520
$328,520
2016
$7,938 (+14.3%)
$60,000 + $280,560
$340,560
2014
$6,947 (+117.2%)
$60,000 + $248,360
$308,360
2013
$3,198 (+181.4%)
$55,816 + $212,680
$268,496
2012
$1,137 (+13.0%)
$85,760 + $4,240
$90,000
2011
$1,006 (+202.5%)
$32,000 + $49,160
$81,160
2010
$332 (+18.8%)
$32,000 + $49,160
$81,160
2008
$280
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,470
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 213 03 109
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
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
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter
Interior Features: Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall, Laundry Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry,View to Family Room
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Windows
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: See Warranty Deed
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS. House is a block from the Oakhurst Village.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,470
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 213 03 109
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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