Welcome to 1170 Walker Drive, a thoughtfully updated 1951 home nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Forrest Hills neighborhood in Decatur. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends timeless charm with modern updates, featuring beautiful hardwood floors on the main level and matching LVP upstairs for a cohesive feel throughout. The main living area flows naturally into a dedicated dining room complete with stunning built-ins, offering both character and functionality, while the updated kitchen showcases custom finishes and stainless steel appliances alongside renovated bathrooms that elevate everyday living. Just off the dining room, step into a screened-in porch that seamlessly connects to a brand-new deck—creating the perfect indoor-outdoor flow for entertaining or relaxing. The layout offers two bedrooms and one bath on the main level, with an additional bedroom and full bath upstairs, providing flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. One of the standout features is the expansive garage and flex space, with one bay for traditional use and an additional finished area already in place, plus stair access to the attic—offering incredible potential for a future home office, gym, or even an ADU. Situated on a beautifully landscaped, manageable lot with a flat backyard and firepit, the outdoor space is ideal for both play and entertaining. The location is truly exceptional—walkable to downtown Avondale Estates, Avondale Lake and Legacy Park, with quick access to downtown Decatur, all while being in unincorporated DeKalb County and eligible for The Museum School lottery. Forrest Hills is known for its strong sense of community, beloved local traditions, and access to neighborhood favorites like Walter’s Woods and the East Decatur Greenway. With its blend of character, updates, flexibility, and an unbeatable neighborhood setting, this home presents a rare opportunity to become part of one of Decatur’s most cherished communities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$383Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Stephen Shull• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Contact: 404-564-5560
Bought with Robert Harris• Compass
Source:FMLS #7739974
Redfin Estimate
$583,491
$58K since sold in May 2026$5,000 since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 44.6% higher than the average sale price ($404K) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $2,815 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1170 Walker Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7739974
May 22, 2026
Sold
$525,000
$383/sq ft
Apr 16, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$535,000
$390/sq ft
Mar 23, 2026
Coming Soon
$535,000
$390/sq ft
GAMLS #10716266
May 22, 2026
Sold
$525,000
$383/sq ft
Apr 16, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$535,000
$390/sq ft
Mar 23, 2026
Coming Soon
$535,000
$390/sq ft
Welcome to 1170 Walker Drive, a thoughtfully updated 1951 home nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Forrest Hills neighborhood in Decatur. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends timeless charm with modern updates, featuring beautiful hardwood floors on the main level and matching LVP upstairs for a cohesive feel throughout. The main living area flows naturally into a dedicated dining room complete with stunning built-ins, offering both character and functionality, while the updated kitchen showcases custom finishes and stainless steel appliances alongside renovated bathrooms that elevate everyday living. Just off the dining room, step into a screened-in porch that seamlessly connects to a brand-new deck-creating the perfect indoor-outdoor flow for entertaining or relaxing. The layout offers two bedrooms and one bath on the main level, with an additional bedroom and full bath upstairs, providing flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. One of the standout features is the expansive garage and flex space, with one bay for traditional use and an additional finished area already in place, plus stair access to the attic-offering incredible potential for a future home office, gym, or even an ADU. Situated on a beautifully landscaped, manageable lot with a flat backyard and firepit, the outdoor space is ideal for both play and entertaining. The location is truly exceptional-walkable to downtown Avondale Estates, Avondale Lake and Legacy Park, with quick access to downtown Decatur, all while being in unincorporated DeKalb County and eligible for The Museum School lottery. Forrest Hills is known for its strong sense of community, beloved local traditions, and access to neighborhood favorites like Walter's Woods and the East Decatur Greenway. With its blend of character, updates, flexibility, and an unbeatable neighborhood setting, this home presents a rare opportunity to become part of one of Decatur's most cherished communities.
FMLS #3977140
Nov 20, 2009
Sold
$235,000
$171/sq ft
Oct 21, 2009
Listed
$239,900
$175/sq ft
Awesome brick Bungalow! Come and see the hardwoods, bookcases -- the charm! This is a Must See! Great Workshop; heated/ac.
Public Records
Jun 29, 2006
Sold
$230,000
$168/sq ft
Public Records
May 21, 1992
Sold
$95,900
$70/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1985
Sold
$50,000
$36/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 3, 1981
Sold
$26,400
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,364 (+1.4%)
$58,120 + $96,480
$154,600
2024
$4,305 (+26.8%)
$58,120 + $96,480
$154,600
2023
$3,396 (−3.6%)
$58,120 + $88,760
$146,880
2022
$3,524 (+14.9%)
$40,000 + $75,000
$115,000
2021
$3,067 (−4.6%)
$40,000 + $55,200
$95,200
2020
$3,215 (+7.4%)
$40,000 + $55,200
$95,200
2019
$2,992 (+17.0%)
$40,000 + $53,000
$93,000
2018
$2,558 (−1.1%)
$19,520 + $56,640
$76,160
2017
$2,587 (+1.9%)
$19,520 + $56,640
$76,160
2016
$2,538 (+26.3%)
$19,520 + $55,040
$74,560
2014
$2,010 (−7.9%)
$19,520 + $45,560
$65,080
2013
$2,184 (−21.4%)
$43,760 + $23,240
$67,000
2012
$2,779 (−0.7%)
$43,760 + $38,400
$82,160
2011
$2,798 (+10.6%)
$19,520 + $60,040
$79,560
2010
$2,530 (+10.9%)
$19,510 + $60,050
$79,560
2008
$2,280
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,372
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 216 13 005
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
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
# of Upper Level Full Baths: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only,Other
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
# of Upper Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bookcases, Crown Molding, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet
Window Features: Wood Frames
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: x
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: GPS - take S. Columbia past Katie Kerr, Forrest Hills is just past the Friends School and before you get to Clarendon.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Public Transport, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Playground, Park
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,372
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 216 13 005
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
6/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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