Charming 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home nestled in the serene Forrest Hills neighborhood of Decatur, Georgia. This well-maintained home boasts incredible indoor and outdoor living space with not one, but TWO spacious living areas and a large level fenced backyard. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by hardwood floors that add character, warmth, and original detail to the home. The spacious formal living room has lots of natural light pouring in from the picture window and the original wood burning fireplace sets the stage for cozy evenings. The newly renovated addition offers a second spacious living area with newer LVP flooring and creates a perfect space for relaxing and entertaining. The primary bedroom suite and ensuite bathroom have been newly renovated as well and offer a comfortable and stylish space to unwind. Outside, your amazingly large, flat, fenced backyard, provides the perfect setting for an outdoor oasis. The private driveway offers plenty of parking, and there's even an extra gravel parking pad with the potential to expand the driveway. Recent updates include a brand-new HVAC system, a newer roof and covered gutters, updated electrical wiring, fresh paint, landscaping and new light fixtures throughout. This home is move-in ready for its new owners. Don't miss the opportunity to make this home your own and enjoy the tranquility of Forrest Hills living. With its convenient location and desirable features, 1196 Forrest Boulevard is ready to welcome you home. This home is just up the street from the coveted Museum School. Conveniently located between Downtown Decatur and Avondale Estates (just minutes from each!), providing easy access to popular spots like Arepa Mia, Leon's Full Service, The Marlay House, Victory Sandwich Bar, The Iberian Pig, Rising Son, Banjo Cold Brew Coffee, several Breweries and you are just a short drive from the world renowned Dekalb Farmers Market. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this haven your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$335Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Marianna Reynolds• Compass
Bought with Alison Bahm• Keller Knapp
Source:FMLS #7351136
Redfin Estimate
$506,176
$81K since sold in April 2024$0 since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 4.5% lower than the average sale price ($530K) of 4 comparable homes.
Charming 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home nestled in the serene Forrest Hills neighborhood of Decatur, Georgia. This well-maintained home boasts incredible indoor and outdoor living space with not one, but TWO spacious living areas and a large level fenced backyard. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by hardwood floors that add character, warmth, and original detail to the home. The spacious formal living room has lots of natural light pouring in from the picture window and the original wood burning fireplace sets the stage for cozy evenings. The newly renovated addition offers a second spacious living area with newer LVP flooring and creates a perfect space for relaxing and entertaining. The primary bedroom suite and ensuite bathroom have been newly renovated as well and offer a comfortable and stylish space to unwind. Outside, your amazingly large, flat, fenced backyard, provides the perfect setting for an outdoor oasis. The private driveway offers plenty of parking, and there's even an extra gravel parking pad with the potential to expand the driveway. Recent updates include a brand-new HVAC system, a newer roof and covered gutters, updated electrical wiring, fresh paint, landscaping and new light fixtures throughout. This home is move-in ready for its new owners. Don't miss the opportunity to make this home your own and enjoy the tranquility of Forrest Hills living. With its convenient location and desirable features, 1196 Forrest Boulevard is ready to welcome you home. This home is just up the street from the coveted Museum School. Conveniently located between Downtown Decatur and Avondale Estates (just minutes from each!), providing easy access to popular spots like Arepa Mia, Leon's Full Service, The Marlay House, Victory Sandwich Bar, The Iberian Pig, Rising Son, Banjo Cold Brew Coffee, several Breweries and you are just a short drive from the world renowned Dekalb Farmers Market. DonCOt miss the opportunity to make this haven your own!
Public Records
Jan 22, 2016
Sold
$207,500
$137/sq ft
GAMLS #7502321
Feb 18, 2016
Price Changed
$207,500
$137/sq ft
Dec 30, 2015
Sold
$207,500
$137/sq ft
Nov 25, 2015
Pending
—
Nov 25, 2015
Price Changed
$225,000
$149/sq ft
Oct 26, 2015
Price Changed
$225,000
$149/sq ft
Sep 16, 2015
Relisted
—
Sep 14, 2015
Pending
—
Aug 30, 2015
Price Changed
$231,900
$153/sq ft
Aug 6, 2015
Listed
$237,500
$157/sq ft
Nice quiet neighborhood - great location - great bones & nice lot!! Original owner maintained the house well! From the time you walk in the front door, you notice the well build nice bones about the house. Added on years ago, the third bedroom, bath and family room offers just enough space. Nicely maintained lawn, fences yard and no neighbors behind....wooded area that backs up to Paideia Field. Enjoy the proximity to (one mile) to downtown Decatur, small neighborhood community meetings. Set between Avondale Estates & City of Decatur - low taxes too!
FMLS #5579066
Jan 7, 2016
Price Changed
$207,500
$137/sq ft
Dec 30, 2015
Sold
$207,500
$137/sq ft
Dec 30, 2015
Price Changed
$225,000
$149/sq ft
Nov 25, 2015
Contingent
—
Oct 26, 2015
Price Changed
$225,000
$149/sq ft
Sep 16, 2015
Relisted
—
Sep 14, 2015
Contingent
—
Aug 30, 2015
Price Changed
$231,900
$153/sq ft
Aug 6, 2015
Listed
$237,500
$157/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,513 (+29.7%)
$58,120 + $110,800
$168,920
2024
$4,250 (+28.4%)
$58,120 + $110,800
$168,920
2023
$3,311 (−4.0%)
$58,120 + $90,960
$149,080
2022
$3,448 (+10.4%)
$40,000 + $76,480
$116,480
2021
$3,124 (−6.4%)
$40,000 + $62,440
$102,440
2020
$3,336 (+4.9%)
$40,000 + $62,440
$102,440
2019
$3,180 (+14.5%)
$40,000 + $65,760
$105,760
2018
$2,778 (+0.2%)
$19,520 + $69,080
$88,600
2017
$2,771 (+10.5%)
$19,520 + $69,080
$88,600
2016
$2,508 (−9.5%)
$19,520 + $56,040
$75,560
2014
$2,770 (−14.0%)
$19,520 + $49,960
$69,480
2013
$3,221 (−5.8%)
$43,760 + $19,160
$62,920
2012
$3,420 (−6.6%)
$43,760 + $23,480
$67,240
2011
$3,660 (+9.7%)
$19,520 + $54,560
$74,080
2010
$3,338 (+2.0%)
$19,520 + $54,560
$74,080
2008
$3,272
Tax history for 1196 Forrest Blvd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,513 (+29.7%)
$58,120 + $110,800
$168,920
2024
$4,250 (+28.4%)
$58,120 + $110,800
$168,920
2023
$3,311 (−4.0%)
$58,120 + $90,960
$149,080
2022
$3,448 (+10.4%)
$40,000 + $76,480
$116,480
2021
$3,124 (−6.4%)
$40,000 + $62,440
$102,440
2020
$3,336 (+4.9%)
$40,000 + $62,440
$102,440
2019
$3,180 (+14.5%)
$40,000 + $65,760
$105,760
2018
$2,778 (+0.2%)
$19,520 + $69,080
$88,600
2017
$2,771 (+10.5%)
$19,520 + $69,080
$88,600
2016
$2,508 (−9.5%)
$19,520 + $56,040
$75,560
2014
$2,770 (−14.0%)
$19,520 + $49,960
$69,480
2013
$3,221 (−5.8%)
$43,760 + $19,160
$62,920
2012
$3,420 (−6.6%)
$43,760 + $23,480
$67,240
2011
$3,660 (+9.7%)
$19,520 + $54,560
$74,080
2010
$3,338 (+2.0%)
$19,520 + $54,560
$74,080
2008
$3,272
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,512
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 216 07 022
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
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: Please use GPS.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Playground, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,512
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 216 07 022
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 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 • 3.5mi
6/10
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