Off Market Nov 2018 for $420K

$572,639

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,782/mo

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1 ba

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900

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121 Emerson Ave, Decatur, GA 30030

About this home

Magnificent! The charm of this 1920 bungalow cottage, and the spectacular gardens, will take your breath away. Truly a garden lover's paradise, choose to relax among many spots in the front, side or rear gardens. Beautiful hardwoods throughout the functional layout, with 2 sizable bedrooms and a central bathroom. Laundry and storage in mudroom. The rustic shed makes the perfect office or studio. Featured on many garden tours. Ideal lot and location for future renovation/expansion. Walk to Adair Park, Lost Toy Park, downtown Decatur, and more!

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

7,405 sq ftLot Size

$636Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Gregory Kodesh • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Jennifer Thomas • Keller Williams Atlanta Perimeter

Source:GAMLS #8152522

Redfin Estimate

$572,639

$153K since sold in November 2018$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 19.5% lower than the average sale price ($712K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$585,000
A
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SOLD JAN 15, 2026
$625,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,460 sq ft
240 Melrose Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$625,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,390 sq ft
214 Melrose Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$899,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,814 sq ft
123 Kings Hwy, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$760,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,390 sq ft
209 Drexel Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$775,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,436 sq ft
134 Feld Ave, Decatur, GA 30030

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Market trends in 30030, GA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$692K

$29K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

2 days MoM

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149

17 MoM

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Sale history for 121 Emerson Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Nov 21, 2018

Sold

$420,100

$467/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 18, 2017

Sold

$421,800

$469/sq ft

GAMLS #8152522

Apr 11, 2017

Sold

$421,757

$469/sq ft

Mar 21, 2017

Pending

—

Mar 15, 2017

Listed

$399,900

$444/sq ft

FMLS #5816721

Apr 11, 2017

Sold

$421,757

$469/sq ft

Mar 21, 2017

Contingent

—

Mar 15, 2017

Listed

$399,900

$444/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 7, 2010

Sold

$200,000

$222/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 28, 1997

Sold

$90,000

$100/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,496 (+10.2%)

$93,280 + $103,440

$196,720

2024

$9,525 (−36.8%)

$93,280 + $103,440

$196,720

2023

$15,067 (+65.3%)

$93,280 + $91,520

$184,800

2022

$9,113 (−41.3%)

$91,760 + $82,360

$174,120

2021

$15,517 (+69.6%)

$35,720 + $122,520

$158,240

2020

$9,147 (+10.3%)

$35,720 + $122,520

$158,240

2019

$8,293 (+35.2%)

$35,720 + $118,600

$154,320

2018

$6,135 (+58.2%)

$35,720 + $106,960

$142,680

2017

$3,877 (+78.9%)

$35,720 + $106,960

$142,680

2016

$2,167 (−1.5%)

$35,720 + $41,520

$77,240

2014

$2,201 (−1.4%)

$35,720 + $75,360

$111,080

2013

$2,233 (+453.8%)

$35,736 + $46,584

$82,320

2012

$403 (−82.5%)

$68,680 + $13,640

$82,320

2011

$2,306 (+167.6%)

$35,720 + $43,280

$79,000

2010

$862 (+1.9%)

$35,720 + $43,280

$79,000

2008

$846

Tax history for 121 Emerson Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,496 (+10.2%)

$93,280 + $103,440

$196,720

2024

$9,525 (−36.8%)

$93,280 + $103,440

$196,720

2023

$15,067 (+65.3%)

$93,280 + $91,520

$184,800

2022

$9,113 (−41.3%)

$91,760 + $82,360

$174,120

2021

$15,517 (+69.6%)

$35,720 + $122,520

$158,240

2020

$9,147 (+10.3%)

$35,720 + $122,520

$158,240

2019

$8,293 (+35.2%)

$35,720 + $118,600

$154,320

2018

$6,135 (+58.2%)

$35,720 + $106,960

$142,680

2017

$3,877 (+78.9%)

$35,720 + $106,960

$142,680

2016

$2,167 (−1.5%)

$35,720 + $41,520

$77,240

2014

$2,201 (−1.4%)

$35,720 + $75,360

$111,080

2013

$2,233 (+453.8%)

$35,736 + $46,584

$82,320

2012

$403 (−82.5%)

$68,680 + $13,640

$82,320

2011

$2,306 (+167.6%)

$35,720 + $43,280

$79,000

2010

$862 (+1.9%)

$35,720 + $43,280

$79,000

2008

$846

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Zoning

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

Interior

Basement Information
Basement Type: Crawl-Space

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1

Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Forced Air

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace

Room Information
# of Rooms: 4

Exterior

Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Foundation Type: Block
Building Style Type: Ranch
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Frame
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Ranch

Property Information
Subdivision Name: LENOX PARK
Living Sq. Ft: 900
Adjusted Gross Sq. Ft: 900
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 900
Building Sq. Ft: 1,800
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1

Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 7,405
Legal Lot Number: 160
Legal Block Number: 7
Municipality Name: DECATUR
Acres: 0.17
Depth Footage: 150
Front Footage: 50
Zoning Code: R60
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL

Financial

Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 900
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 236 04 164

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Westchester Elementary School

Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.8mi

Beacon Hill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

9/10

Decatur High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

5/10 Wind Factor

26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$545,000 – $659,000

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Home values near 121 Emerson Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
136 Emerson Avenue, Decatur, GA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3260 Sq. Ft.	$1,310,291
118 Emerson Avenue, Decatur, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2350 Sq. Ft.	$920,800

Address	Redfin Estimate
132 Emerson Avenue, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1246 Sq. Ft.	$537,646
138 Emerson Avenue, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1524 Sq. Ft.	$704,280

Address	Redfin Estimate
126 Emerson Avenue, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3069 Sq. Ft.	$861,644
143 Emerson Avenue, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1324 Sq. Ft.	$588,256

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