This 1920s bungalow is so far from the quaint cottage that the phrase often calls to mind. Though loaded with Craftsman architectural cues – tapered columns, exposed rafters, front dormer, and more – it has the space that most such homes don’t. In all, find 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, an office, family room, and countless nooks for conversations, quiet reading in natural light, private phone chats, morning coffees, nightcaps, whatever the day brings. There’s an abundance of outdoor space, too, from the expansive front porch and yawning front lawn, to the mature, secluded back yard. It’s one of Decatur’s oldest homes, but modernized, and it’s a space so special it was featured on HGTV. The living room’s focal point is a decorative fireplace. The owner’s suite, too, features a lovely fireplace, access to the bonus sewing room or office, and a calming white-finished bathroom getaway with double vanity, standing shower, clawfoot tub, and heated floor. Other can’t-miss features: smart home tech throughout, a large second-floor deck with views of the back yard landscaping, a spacious laundry room, and a formal dining room large enough to host a banquet. Prep for that event in the modernized kitchen, complete with marble counters, a distressed-wood island, antique chandelier, stainless appliances and walk-in pantry. And all that’s in a great location – 1 block from East College and an easy walk to Decatur Square and a Metra station to take you wherever you need to go in Atlanta.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$302Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by CHAD CARTER• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Listed by Christina Carter• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Jeffrey Taylor• Coldwell Banker Realty
Source:FMLS #7083008
Redfin Estimate
$900,712
$116K since sold in September 2022$23K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 22.7% lower than the average sale price ($1.16M) of 6 comparable homes.
This 1920s bungalow is so far from the quaint cottage that the phrase often calls to mind. Though loaded with Craftsman architectural cues - tapered columns, exposed rafters, front dormer, and more - it has the space that most such homes don't. In all, find 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, an office, family room, and countless nooks for conversations, quiet reading in natural light, private phone chats, morning coffees, nightcaps, whatever the day brings. There's an abundance of outdoor space, too, from the expansive front porch and yawning front lawn, to the mature, secluded back yard. It's one of Decatur's oldest homes, but modernized, and it's a space so special it was featured on HGTV. The living room's focal point is a decorative fireplace. The owner's suite, too, features a lovely fireplace, access to the bonus sewing room or office, and a calming white-finished bathroom getaway with double vanity, standing shower, clawfoot tub, and heated floor. Other can't-miss features: smart home tech throughout, a large second-floor deck with views of the back yard landscaping, a spacious laundry room, and a formal dining room large enough to host a banquet. Prep for that event in the modernized kitchen, complete with marble counters, a distressed-wood island, antique chandelier, stainless appliances and walk-in pantry. And all that's in a great location - 1 block from East College and an easy walk to Decatur Square and a Metra station to take you wherever you need to go in Atlanta.
FMLS #6088765
Nov 28, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Oct 18, 2018
Listed
$799,900
$268/sq ft
GAMLS #8471740
Nov 28, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Oct 18, 2018
Listed
$799,900
$268/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 6, 2016
Sold
$535,000
$179/sq ft
GAMLS #7568887
Apr 16, 2016
Price Changed
$635,000
$213/sq ft
Apr 1, 2016
Sold
$635,000
$213/sq ft
Jan 28, 2016
Pending
—
Jan 22, 2016
Price Changed
$645,000
$216/sq ft
Jan 5, 2016
Price Changed
$645,000
$216/sq ft
Jan 5, 2016
Listed
$649,000
$218/sq ft
FMLS #5631857
Apr 5, 2016
Price Changed
$635,000
$213/sq ft
Mar 31, 2016
Sold
$635,000
$213/sq ft
Mar 31, 2016
Price Changed
$645,000
$216/sq ft
Jan 22, 2016
Contingent
—
Jan 5, 2016
Price Changed
$645,000
$216/sq ft
Jan 5, 2016
Listed
$649,000
$218/sq ft
GAMLS #7554892
Jan 6, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Dec 3, 2015
Price Changed
$649,000
$218/sq ft
Nov 21, 2015
Listed
$673,000
$226/sq ft
FMLS #5620636
Dec 29, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Dec 3, 2015
Price Changed
$649,000
$218/sq ft
Nov 20, 2015
Listed
$673,000
$226/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 15, 1999
Sold
$172,500
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 26, 1996
Sold
$85,000
$28/sq ft
Public Records
May 4, 1993
Sold
$99,500
$33/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 19, 1993
Sold
$16,500
$6/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 18, 1985
Sold
$41,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,606 (+6.4%)
$71,520 + $261,480
$333,000
2024
$13,731 (−7.7%)
$71,520 + $261,480
$333,000
2023
$14,882 (+5.1%)
$71,520 + $241,400
$312,920
2022
$14,161 (+4.9%)
$64,560 + $179,320
$243,880
2021
$13,495 (+4.6%)
$20,080 + $219,000
$239,080
2020
$12,903 (+4.1%)
$20,080 + $219,000
$239,080
2019
$12,394 (+16.7%)
$20,080 + $206,200
$226,280
2018
$10,618 (+2.9%)
$20,080 + $179,960
$200,040
2017
$10,314 (+215.2%)
$20,080 + $179,960
$200,040
2016
$3,272 (+31.8%)
$20,080 + $132,760
$152,840
2014
$2,482 (−0.2%)
$20,080 + $109,480
$129,560
2013
$2,488 (+460.2%)
$20,088 + $72,832
$92,920
2012
$444 (−82.2%)
$55,600 + $37,320
$92,920
2011
$2,500 (+520.3%)
$20,000 + $66,040
$86,040
2010
$403 (+16.7%)
$20,000 + $66,040
$86,040
2008
$345
Tax history for 117 S Columbia Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,606 (+6.4%)
$71,520 + $261,480
$333,000
2024
$13,731 (−7.7%)
$71,520 + $261,480
$333,000
2023
$14,882 (+5.1%)
$71,520 + $241,400
$312,920
2022
$14,161 (+4.9%)
$64,560 + $179,320
$243,880
2021
$13,495 (+4.6%)
$20,080 + $219,000
$239,080
2020
$12,903 (+4.1%)
$20,080 + $219,000
$239,080
2019
$12,394 (+16.7%)
$20,080 + $206,200
$226,280
2018
$10,618 (+2.9%)
$20,080 + $179,960
$200,040
2017
$10,314 (+215.2%)
$20,080 + $179,960
$200,040
2016
$3,272 (+31.8%)
$20,080 + $132,760
$152,840
2014
$2,482 (−0.2%)
$20,080 + $109,480
$129,560
2013
$2,488 (+460.2%)
$20,088 + $72,832
$92,920
2012
$444 (−82.2%)
$55,600 + $37,320
$92,920
2011
$2,500 (+520.3%)
$20,000 + $66,040
$86,040
2010
$403 (+16.7%)
$20,000 + $66,040
$86,040
2008
$345
*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
3
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,362
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 247 07 077
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 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.
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Winnona Park/Talley Street
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Decatur, Head South on Commerce Dr, Turn Right onto E. College Ave, Turn Left on S Columbia Dr, Home will be on the Right.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,362
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 247 07 077
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Talley Street Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
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