Beautifully renovated down to the studs in 2016, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of modern luxury and timeless charm. Featuring a chef's kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, a spacious primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, and an incredible private backyard designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Enjoy a custom deck and professionally landscaped grounds featuring an English garden filled with blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, muscadine grapes, and an array of natural blooms. A charming pathway winds through the property, leading to a romantic fire pit seating area perfect for gathering with friends and family or enjoying a peaceful evening under the stars. Ideally located just minutes from Downtown Decatur, East Lake, shopping, dining, parks, and major commuter routes, this home offers the perfect balance of peaceful residential living and convenient access to everything the area has to offer. Thoughtfully updated with quality craftsmanship throughout, this one-of-a-kind property is a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Intown living.
Single-familyProperty Type
2016Year Built
10,018 sq ftLot Size
$349Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Austin Louchart• EXP Realty, LLC.
Contact: 888-959-9461
Bought with MAURA MULLANEY• Knapp Realty
Source:FMLS #7783838
Redfin Estimate
$545,026
$16K since sold in August 2026$9,000 since September
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 19.2% higher than the average sale price ($457K) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $3,257 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1178 N Carter Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7783838
Aug 7, 2026
Sold
$561,000
$349/sq ft
Jul 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 6, 2026
Listed
$529,900
$330/sq ft
GAMLS #10780429
Aug 7, 2026
Sold
$561,000
$349/sq ft
Jul 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 6, 2026
Listed
$529,900
$330/sq ft
Beautifully renovated down to the studs in 2016, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of modern luxury and timeless charm. Featuring a chef's kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, a spacious primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, and an incredible private backyard designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Enjoy a custom deck and professionally landscaped grounds featuring an English garden filled with blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, muscadine grapes, and an array of natural blooms. A charming pathway winds through the property, leading to a romantic fire pit seating area perfect for gathering with friends and family or enjoying a peaceful evening under the stars. Ideally located just minutes from Downtown Decatur, East Lake, shopping, dining, parks, and major commuter routes, this home offers the perfect balance of peaceful residential living and convenient access to everything the area has to offer. Thoughtfully updated with quality craftsmanship throughout, this one-of-a-kind property is a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Intown living.
GAMLS #8413872
Aug 16, 2018
Sold
$425,000
$264/sq ft
Jul 16, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2018
Listed
$419,900
$261/sq ft
FMLS #6039009
Aug 16, 2018
Sold
$425,000
$264/sq ft
Jul 16, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2018
Listed
$419,900
$261/sq ft
Beautifully Updated home in Sought After Decatur Neighborhood of Forrest Hills - Professionally renovated down to the Studs in 2016 w Many Quality Upgrades throughout, Chefs Kitchen w Stainless Appliances, Quartz Counter tops Large Master Suite w Spa like a bathroom featuring double vanities, freestanding soaking tub w view of yard, Frameless large shower, quartz counter tops throughout. Energy Smart Features Large Private Fenced Yard w Workshop/Studio - Relax and Entertain on the large custom deck. Professionally Landscaped
Public Records
Apr 28, 2017
Sold
$344,400
$214/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 5, 2016
Sold
$373,000
$232/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 19, 2016
Sold
$120,000
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,460 (+4.2%)
$58,120 + $121,160
$179,280
2024
$5,240 (+33.1%)
$58,120 + $121,160
$179,280
2023
$3,935 (−16.2%)
$58,120 + $102,120
$160,240
2022
$4,698 (+11.4%)
$40,000 + $113,120
$153,120
2021
$4,219 (−9.8%)
$40,000 + $92,360
$132,360
2020
$4,677 (+3.8%)
$40,000 + $92,360
$132,360
2019
$4,504 (+4.7%)
$40,000 + $106,240
$146,240
2018
$4,300 (−14.3%)
$18,800 + $118,960
$137,760
2017
$5,015 (+101.8%)
$18,800 + $118,960
$137,760
2016
$2,485 (+211.8%)
$15,720 + $32,280
$48,000
2014
$797 (−3.6%)
$19,520 + $40,080
$59,600
2013
$827 (+4.7%)
$43,760 + $18,560
$62,320
2012
$790 (−30.4%)
$22,440 + $27,240
$49,680
2011
$1,135 (+26.2%)
$22,120 + $49,120
$71,240
2010
$899 (+10.9%)
$22,120 + $49,120
$71,240
2008
$810
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,607
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 216 15 007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 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, Level Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Community Features: Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,607
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 216 15 007
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
6/10
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