Sophisticated, historically Craftsman-inspired new construction by award-winning Thrive Homes, and EarthCraft Certified, delivering exceptional efficiency and quality. This residence has had just one owner and has been exceptionally maintained. Offering five bedrooms, four baths, a bonus media room, and an integral two-car garage. A lush, mature garden softly embraces the front of the home, its fencing creating a quiet pause from the world outside. The path draws you toward the rich-green, freshly painted porch—an intimate, shaded haven made for conversations and slow Southern nights. Inside, a gentle sense of calm unfolds as sunlight streams through every window, awakening each room and capturing the warm glow of newly refinished hardwood floors that sweep throughout the home. In the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen unfolds with artistry, dual-tone custom cabinetry reaching all the way to the ceiling, softly lit beneath with under-cabinet lighting. Stone countertops and premium stainless appliances, including a brand-new 2025 refrigerator, offering both beauty and purpose. A welcoming breakfast nook glows beneath its drop-light pendant, while the butler’s pantry and its impressive custom walk-in pantry stand ready for effortless everyday living and memorable entertaining. Just beyond, the dining room rests at the front of the home, perfectly scaled for gathering and slow-paced evening meals. The main living room is anchored by built-ins embracing the stack stone tile gas fireplace, creating a warm focal point for quiet mornings and evenings alike. From here, doors open to the screened porch and extended grilling deck, each space offering a gentle vantage over the private, professionally landscaped, fenced rear yard. Completing the main level is an additional bedroom, paired with a full hall bath color washed in an unexpectedly striking lime hue, playful, fresh, and full of personality. The primary suite offers a calming retreat, its large walk-in closet thoughtfully outfitted with custom shelving, and a serene bath featuring a deep soaking tub and dual vanities designed for unhurried beginnings and gentle endings to the day. Two additional upstairs bedrooms enjoy a shared Jack-and-Jill bath, each space bright, comfortable, and well proportioned. Completing the upper level, a generous laundry room provides abundant built-in cabinetry and storage to keep daily living streamlined. On the lower level, a private bedroom with a full bath creates an ideal guest retreat, set beside a versatile bonus room perfectly suited for a media lounge, home gym, or quiet office escape. The two-car garage includes its own side entrance and is complemented by two sizable storage rooms. Throughout the home, closets and storage spaces are generous in scale, thoughtfully designed to tuck life away with ease. Perfectly positioned in sought-after Lenox Place, just steps from beloved Adair Park with 4 acres of greenspace, playground, picnic areas, and dog park. Convenient to Downtown Decatur’s dining and boutiques, Oakhurst, Kirkwood, Avondale Estates, Emory/CDC, Ponce City Market, and PATH connections to the Beltline, all surrounded by some of Atlanta’s most picturesque historic neighborhoods. A truly turn-key home that marries modern living with timeless architectural character.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$389Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Alex Smith Meier• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Listed by Christine Aiken• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Jen Metzger• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Source:FMLS #7678951
Redfin Estimate
$1,300,735
$81K since sold in December 2025$34K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 10.3% lower than the average sale price ($1.45M) of 6 comparable homes.
Sophisticated, historically Craftsman-inspired new construction by award-winning Thrive Homes, and EarthCraft Certified, delivering exceptional efficiency and quality. This residence has had just one owner and has been exceptionally maintained. Offering five bedrooms, four baths, a bonus media room, and an integral two-car garage. A lush, mature garden softly embraces the front of the home, its fencing creating a quiet pause from the world outside. The path draws you toward the rich-green, freshly painted porch-an intimate, shaded haven made for conversations and slow Southern nights. Inside, a gentle sense of calm unfolds as sunlight streams through every window, awakening each room and capturing the warm glow of newly refinished hardwood floors that sweep throughout the home. In the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen unfolds with artistry, dual-tone custom cabinetry reaching all the way to the ceiling, softly lit beneath with under-cabinet lighting. Stone countertops and premium stainless appliances, including a brand-new 2025 refrigerator, offering both beauty and purpose. A welcoming breakfast nook glows beneath its drop-light pendant, while the butler's pantry and its impressive custom walk-in pantry stand ready for effortless everyday living and memorable entertaining. Just beyond, the dining room rests at the front of the home, perfectly scaled for gathering and slow-paced evening meals. The main living room is anchored by built-ins embracing the stack stone tile gas fireplace, creating a warm focal point for quiet mornings and evenings alike. From here, doors open to the screened porch and extended grilling deck, each space offering a gentle vantage over the private, professionally landscaped, fenced rear yard. Completing the main level is an additional bedroom, paired with a full hall bath color washed in an unexpectedly striking lime hue, playful, fresh, and full of personality. The primary suite offers a calming retreat, its large walk-in closet thoughtfully outfitted with custom shelving, and a serene bath featuring a deep soaking tub and dual vanities designed for unhurried beginnings and gentle endings to the day. Two additional upstairs bedrooms enjoy a shared Jack-and-Jill bath, each space bright, comfortable, and well proportioned. Completing the upper level, a generous laundry room provides abundant built-in cabinetry and storage to keep daily living streamlined. On the lower level, a private bedroom with a full bath creates an ideal guest retreat, set beside a versatile bonus room perfectly suited for a media lounge, home gym, or quiet office escape. The two-car garage includes its own side entrance and is complemented by two sizable storage rooms. Throughout the home, closets and storage spaces are generous in scale, thoughtfully designed to tuck life away with ease. Perfectly positioned in sought-after Lenox Place, just steps from beloved Adair Park with 4 acres of greenspace, playground, picnic areas, and dog park. Convenient to Downtown Decatur's dining and boutiques, Oakhurst, Kirkwood, Avondale Estates, Emory/CDC, Ponce City Market, and PATH connections to the Beltline, all surrounded by some of Atlanta's most picturesque historic neighborhoods. A truly turn-key home that marries modern living with timeless architectural character.
FMLS #5005756
Oct 31, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Oct 26, 2012
Sold
$589,900
$176/sq ft
Aug 8, 2012
Pending
—
Jul 10, 2012
Contingent
—
Jun 24, 2012
Relisted
—
Jun 15, 2012
Contingent
—
Apr 10, 2012
Listed
$589,900
$176/sq ft
Stunning, historically inspired new construction by award winning builder, Thrive Homes. Great kitchen overlooking living room with custom cabinets extending to the ceiling, built in breakfast banquet, and butler's pantry. Screen porch overlooks private backyard, central hallway, tons of oversized windows bring in light throughout the home, craftsman style trim package, large master suite with huge closet, private bath w/ pedestal tub and double vanity, large scale rooms. Professionally landscaped yard with great outdoor living spaces. EarthCraft certified home!
GAMLS #3221323
Sep 1, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Apr 24, 2012
Listed
$589,900
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 25, 2012
Sold
$143,000
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 5, 1981
Sold
$41,078
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,114 (−2.1%)
$118,800 + $362,400
$481,200
2024
$17,482 (+15.9%)
$118,800 + $362,400
$481,200
2023
$15,086 (+4.5%)
$118,800 + $299,680
$418,480
2022
$14,432 (+1.3%)
$118,800 + $217,200
$336,000
2021
$14,246 (−1.4%)
$52,240 + $261,640
$313,880
2020
$14,449 (+3.7%)
$52,240 + $261,640
$313,880
2019
$13,933 (+11.4%)
$52,240 + $269,120
$321,360
2018
$12,510 (+9.6%)
$52,240 + $244,520
$296,760
2017
$11,414 (+91.4%)
$52,240 + $244,520
$296,760
2016
$5,963 (+2.2%)
$50,008 + $200,032
$250,040
2014
$5,834 (+138.6%)
$52,240 + $210,320
$262,560
2013
$2,446 (+1,461.4%)
$52,240 + $171,840
$224,080
2012
$157 (−93.3%)
$61,602 + $1,758
$63,360
2011
$2,321 (+502.2%)
$35,720 + $46,920
$82,640
2010
$385 (+17.3%)
$35,720 + $46,920
$82,640
2008
$329
Tax history for 126 Melrose Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,114 (−2.1%)
$118,800 + $362,400
$481,200
2024
$17,482 (+15.9%)
$118,800 + $362,400
$481,200
2023
$15,086 (+4.5%)
$118,800 + $299,680
$418,480
2022
$14,432 (+1.3%)
$118,800 + $217,200
$336,000
2021
$14,246 (−1.4%)
$52,240 + $261,640
$313,880
2020
$14,449 (+3.7%)
$52,240 + $261,640
$313,880
2019
$13,933 (+11.4%)
$52,240 + $269,120
$321,360
2018
$12,510 (+9.6%)
$52,240 + $244,520
$296,760
2017
$11,414 (+91.4%)
$52,240 + $244,520
$296,760
2016
$5,963 (+2.2%)
$50,008 + $200,032
$250,040
2014
$5,834 (+138.6%)
$52,240 + $210,320
$262,560
2013
$2,446 (+1,461.4%)
$52,240 + $171,840
$224,080
2012
$157 (−93.3%)
$61,602 + $1,758
$63,360
2011
$2,321 (+502.2%)
$35,720 + $46,920
$82,640
2010
$385 (+17.3%)
$35,720 + $46,920
$82,640
2008
$329
*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
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,824
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 236 03 016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 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.
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior Features: Bookcases, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Ceilings 10 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room,Cabinets Other,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry Walk-In,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Ownership: Fee Simple
Green Building Verification Type: EarthCraft Home
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Insulation, Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: On Remine Docs or Email Alex
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: VA
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Electric, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: GPS is accurate.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,824
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 236 03 016
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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