Welcome to this storybook 1940s cottage where timeless character, thoughtful updates, and everyday functionality come together. The main level is filled with natural light and includes inviting living and dining spaces, an updated kitchen, and a spacious primary suite with two walk-in closets. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bath provide flexibility for family or guests. Just off the kitchen, a versatile bonus room is perfectly suited as a dedicated workspace, a place to practice music, or a cozy reading retreat. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the expansive screened porch features a fireplace and ample room for entertaining, relaxed weekend mornings, and family dinners al fresco. The finished daylight basement adds exceptional versatility with a fourth bedroom, full bath, second living area, and an additional room ideal for a gym or office. This level also includes a generous laundry room, workshop/mechanical space, and unfinished storage. Outside, the deep, usable backyard is a true retreat, complete with a flagstone patio, zipline, storage shed, and even a pool. This home offers a lifestyle rooted in community. Located on one of Oakhurst’s most cherished streets, where neighbors connect and children play in the front yards, this address is just one block from Oakhurst Village and its beloved restaurants, neighborhood market, and coffee shop. You’ll also enjoy close proximity to top-rated City Schools of Decatur, MARTA, and all that Decatur has to offer. 120 Maxwell Street offers a rare opportunity to own a home with character, space, and an exceptional sense of place.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$468Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Marianne Banchero• Keller Knapp
Contact: 404-610-4407
Bought with Valerie M Gonzalez• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Source:FMLS #7770300
Redfin Estimate
$1,176,803
$111K since sold in June 2026$8,000 since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 39.4% higher than the average sale price ($844K) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $3,614 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 120 Maxwell St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7770300
Jun 26, 2026
Sold
$1,288,000
$468/sq ft
May 23, 2026
Pending
—
May 19, 2026
Contingent
—
May 14, 2026
Listed
$1,095,000
$398/sq ft
May 13, 2026
Coming Soon
$1,095,000
$398/sq ft
GAMLS #10763904
Jun 26, 2026
Sold
$1,286,000
$467/sq ft
Jun 26, 2026
Sold
$1,286,000
$467/sq ft
May 19, 2026
Pending
—
May 14, 2026
Listed
$1,095,000
$398/sq ft
May 13, 2026
Coming Soon
$1,095,000
$398/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Listed
$1,095,000
$398/sq ft
Welcome to this storybook 1940s cottage where timeless character, thoughtful updates, and everyday functionality come together. The main level is filled with natural light and includes inviting living and dining spaces, an updated kitchen, and a spacious primary suite with two walk-in closets. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bath provide flexibility for family or guests. Just off the kitchen, a versatile bonus room is perfectly suited as a dedicated workspace, a place to practice music, or a cozy reading retreat. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the expansive screened porch features a fireplace and ample room for entertaining, relaxed weekend mornings, and family dinners al fresco. The finished daylight basement adds exceptional versatility with a fourth bedroom, full bath, second living area, and an additional room ideal for a gym or office. This level also includes a generous laundry room, workshop/mechanical space, and unfinished storage. Outside, the deep, usable backyard is a true retreat, complete with a flagstone patio, zipline, storage shed, and even a pool. This home offers a lifestyle rooted in community. Located on one of Oakhurst's most cherished streets, where neighbors connect and children play in the front yards, this address is just one block from Oakhurst Village and its beloved restaurants, neighborhood market, and coffee shop. You'll also enjoy close proximity to top-rated City Schools of Decatur, MARTA, and all that Decatur has to offer. 120 Maxwell Street offers a rare opportunity to own a home with character, space, and an exceptional sense of place.
GAMLS #7018876
Oct 24, 2013
Price Changed
$410,000
$149/sq ft
Dec 28, 2012
Sold
$410,000
$149/sq ft
Nov 24, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Nov 24, 2012
Price Changed
$419,700
$153/sq ft
Nov 17, 2012
Listed
$419,700
$153/sq ft
Gorgeous Renovation less than a 1 minute walk to Oakhurst Village! Professionally, artfully designed, down to the studs renovation. A large kitchen with island, Dining Room, Fireplace, Keeping Room off of kitchen, Hardwoods, beautiful tile in the bathrooms, and a Master Suite. A generously sized home over a Full Basement! Enormous lot that's over a 1/4 acre. Plans for a garage come included. This home, in such a fantastic, coveted location, is a must see!
Public Records
Dec 31, 2012
Sold
$410,000
$149/sq ft
FMLS #5067756
Jan 16, 2013
Price Changed
$410,000
$149/sq ft
Jan 9, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Dec 28, 2012
Price Changed
$419,700
$153/sq ft
Dec 28, 2012
Sold
$410,000
$149/sq ft
Dec 5, 2012
Pending
—
Nov 24, 2012
Contingent
—
Nov 17, 2012
Relisted
—
Nov 2, 2012
Pending
—
Sep 29, 2012
Price Changed
$419,700
$153/sq ft
Sep 25, 2012
Listed
$429,700
$156/sq ft
GAMLS #3230528
Sep 24, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Sep 9, 2012
Price Changed
$429,700
$156/sq ft
Aug 28, 2012
Relisted
—
Aug 24, 2012
Listing Removed
—
May 11, 2012
Listed
$449,000
$163/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,861 (+6.8%)
$99,760 + $252,920
$352,680
2024
$13,911 (−12.4%)
$99,760 + $252,920
$352,680
2023
$15,885 (+66.2%)
$99,760 + $230,880
$330,640
2022
$9,556 (−46.2%)
$31,731 + $166,589
$198,320
2021
$17,776 (+69.2%)
$31,731 + $166,589
$198,320
2020
$10,505 (+4.8%)
$31,731 + $166,589
$198,320
2019
$10,023 (+2.1%)
$31,920 + $198,640
$230,560
2018
$9,816 (−3.6%)
$31,920 + $201,400
$233,320
2017
$10,178 (+96.9%)
$31,920 + $201,400
$233,320
2016
$5,169 (+23.0%)
$31,731 + $166,589
$198,320
2014
$4,201 (+44.0%)
$31,731 + $166,589
$198,320
2013
$2,918 (+410.7%)
$31,904 + $122,880
$154,784
2012
$571 (−82.1%)
$85,760 + $22,800
$108,560
2011
$3,194 (+497.9%)
$32,000 + $79,280
$111,280
2010
$534 (+13.9%)
$32,000 + $79,280
$111,280
2008
$469
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
1,876
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 213 03 207
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 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
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
# of Lower Level Full Baths: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
# of Lower Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Interior Features: Double Vanity, His and Hers Closets, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Pool Features: Fenced, Heated, Private
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier, Generator
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: Same as Deed Book 23483 Page 646
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, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Beacon Hill
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Traveling East on Ponce de Leon, take a right on East Lake Drive and head toward Oakhurst Village. Make a right on Oakview Road and your next right on Maxwell Street. House is on the left. GPS Friendly.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,876
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 213 03 207
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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