Location, Location, Location! Everything that downtown Decatur has to offer is only minutes away from this adorable ranch in MIDWAY WOODS. This cozy house boasts beautiful HARDWOOD floors, REMODELED eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops, full bath, mudroom/laundry room and 1/2 bath. The seller also took care to pressure wash the exterior of the home. The roof is 3 years with a warranty and newer plumbing from the house to the street. The deck is ready for grilling and relaxing- it’s the ideal spot for enjoying outdoor gatherings and overlooks the huge, private, fenced backyard perfect for play or entertaining. Your choice of a garage or terrific workshop building. NO HOA or RENTAL RESTRICTIONS to worry about, giving you the freedom to truly make this your own sanctuary. Also close proximity to the beautiful Avondale Estates Lake and a quick stroll to Dearborn Park, and Legacy Park- home of festivals, food trucks, a walking path around the lake, and a new community track coming soon. Great location with easy access to major roads, restaurants, shops, and more! You won't want to miss the opportunity to make 1256 Carter Rd your new home! Schedule your showing today!
Location, Location, Location! Everything that downtown Decatur has to offer is only minutes away from this adorable ranch in MIDWAY WOODS. This cozy house boasts beautiful HARDWOOD floors, REMODELED eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops, full bath, mudroom/laundry room and 1/2 bath. The seller also took care to pressure wash the exterior of the home. The roof is 3 years with a warranty and newer plumbing from the house to the street. The deck is ready for grilling and relaxing- it's the ideal spot for enjoying outdoor gatherings and overlooks the huge, private, fenced backyard perfect for play or entertaining. Your choice of a garage or terrific workshop building. NO HOA or RENTAL RESTRICTIONS to worry about, giving you the freedom to truly make this your own sanctuary. Also close proximity to the beautiful Avondale Estates Lake and a quick stroll to Dearborn Park, and Legacy Park- home of festivals, food trucks, a walking path around the lake, and a new community track coming soon. Great location with easy access to major roads, restaurants, shops, and more! You won't want to miss the opportunity to make 1256 Carter Rd your new home! Schedule your showing today!
Public Records
Sep 21, 2015
Sold
$200,000
$162/sq ft
GAMLS #7047516
Oct 24, 2013
Price Changed
$185,500
$151/sq ft
May 1, 2013
Sold
$185,500
$151/sq ft
Mar 27, 2013
Pending
—
Mar 5, 2013
Price Changed
$189,900
$154/sq ft
Feb 5, 2013
Listed
$189,900
$154/sq ft
Adorable Bungalow in Midway Woods approximately 1 mile from downtown Decatur.
Public Records
Jun 19, 2013
Sold
$185,500
$151/sq ft
FMLS #5106802
May 6, 2013
Price Changed
$185,500
$151/sq ft
May 6, 2013
Listing Removed
—
May 1, 2013
Price Changed
$189,900
$154/sq ft
May 1, 2013
Sold
$185,500
$151/sq ft
Mar 18, 2013
Pending
—
Feb 21, 2013
Relisted
—
Feb 19, 2013
Pending
—
Feb 14, 2013
Contingent
—
Feb 4, 2013
Listed
$189,900
$154/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 6, 2006
Sold
$189,000
$154/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 5, 2001
Sold
$120,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,170 (+13.0%)
$48,360 + $110,640
$159,000
2024
$4,575 (+24.8%)
$48,360 + $110,640
$159,000
2023
$3,665 (−9.8%)
$48,360 + $107,720
$156,080
2022
$4,063 (+4.3%)
$38,000 + $97,640
$135,640
2021
$3,894 (+2.8%)
$38,000 + $90,320
$128,320
2020
$3,787 (+7.2%)
$38,000 + $90,320
$128,320
2019
$3,531 (+8.4%)
$38,000 + $75,760
$113,760
2018
$3,259 (−3.9%)
$16,920 + $86,440
$103,360
2017
$3,391 (+25.4%)
$16,920 + $86,440
$103,360
2016
$2,704 (+27.1%)
$15,984 + $64,000
$79,984
2014
$2,127 (+73.7%)
$16,920 + $67,760
$84,680
2013
$1,225 (−4.2%)
$20,600 + $17,640
$38,240
2012
$1,278 (+2.8%)
$20,600 + $17,640
$38,240
2011
$1,243 (−49.3%)
$19,240 + $17,144
$36,384
2010
$2,454 (+12.8%)
$19,240 + $58,600
$77,840
2008
$2,175
Tax history for 1256 Carter Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,170 (+13.0%)
$48,360 + $110,640
$159,000
2024
$4,575 (+24.8%)
$48,360 + $110,640
$159,000
2023
$3,665 (−9.8%)
$48,360 + $107,720
$156,080
2022
$4,063 (+4.3%)
$38,000 + $97,640
$135,640
2021
$3,894 (+2.8%)
$38,000 + $90,320
$128,320
2020
$3,787 (+7.2%)
$38,000 + $90,320
$128,320
2019
$3,531 (+8.4%)
$38,000 + $75,760
$113,760
2018
$3,259 (−3.9%)
$16,920 + $86,440
$103,360
2017
$3,391 (+25.4%)
$16,920 + $86,440
$103,360
2016
$2,704 (+27.1%)
$15,984 + $64,000
$79,984
2014
$2,127 (+73.7%)
$16,920 + $67,760
$84,680
2013
$1,225 (−4.2%)
$20,600 + $17,640
$38,240
2012
$1,278 (+2.8%)
$20,600 + $17,640
$38,240
2011
$1,243 (−49.3%)
$19,240 + $17,144
$36,384
2010
$2,454 (+12.8%)
$19,240 + $58,600
$77,840
2008
$2,175
*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
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,231
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 216 06 008
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 Total Parking: 4
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Other
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Interior Features: Bookcases
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
Construction Materials: Brick Front, HardiPlank Type, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Other Equipment: Generator
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: x
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in Laundry, Generator
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: FROM I-285 N - Take exit 43 for US-278/Covington Hwy - Use the left 2 lanes to take the ramp to US-278 W/ Covington Hwy - Use the left 2 lanes to take the US-278 W ramp - Use any lane to turn left onto US-278 W/ Covington Hwy - Turn left onto Covington Dr - Turn left onto Memorial Dr - Turn right onto Columbia Dr - Turn left onto Midway Rd - Turn right onto Carter Rd - Destination will be on the right
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,231
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 216 06 008
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
6/10
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