Welcome to 1268 Thomas Road- a one-of-a-kind 1946 ranch-style home nestled in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood in the heart of Decatur. This home is full of personality and fascinating details, from original hardwood floors to historic construction materials with a story to tell. Built with stone sourced from nearby Stone Mountain and metal siding repurposed air planes, this home is more than just a place to live - it's a true conversation piece. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and a large primary bedroom offering comfort and tranquility. The kitchen and dining area open directly onto a back deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection that's perfect for weekend barbecues, morning coffee, or evening relaxation. Beyond the deck, the private backyard offers lush greenery with ample sunlight and space, and backs up to a peaceful creek, making it a dream for gardeners, nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. A detached garage at the end of the driveway provides ample storage or workshop potential, and the basement includes a washer and dryer for added convenience. This home blends vintage charm, rich history, and serene surroundings - all just minutes from Downtown Decatur.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.49 acresLot Size
$332Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by J BRIAN CRAWFORD• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Maritza Pena• Virtual Properties Realty.com
Source:FMLS #7583845
Redfin Estimate
$440,649
$111K since sold in July 2025$1,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 1.5% higher than the average sale price ($434K) of 5 comparable homes.
Welcome to 1268 Thomas Road- a one-of-a-kind 1946 ranch-style home nestled in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood in the heart of Decatur. This home is full of personality and fascinating details, from original hardwood floors to historic construction materials with a story to tell. Built with stone sourced from nearby Stone Mountain and metal siding repurposed air planes, this home is more than just a place to live - it's a true conversation piece. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and a large primary bedroom offering comfort and tranquility. The kitchen and dining area open directly onto a back deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection that's perfect for weekend barbecues, morning coffee, or evening relaxation. Beyond the deck, the private backyard offers lush greenery with ample sunlight and space, and backs up to a peaceful creek, making it a dream for gardeners, nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. A detached garage at the end of the driveway provides ample storage or workshop potential, and the basement includes a washer and dryer for added convenience. This home blends vintage charm, rich history, and serene surroundings - all just minutes from Downtown Decatur.
Public Records
Jul 1, 1988
Sold
$66,000
$50/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 19, 1986
Sold
$55,000
$41/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1982
Sold
$39,000
$29/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,031 (−5.5%)
$53,200 + $93,200
$146,400
2024
$1,091 (+26.8%)
$53,200 + $93,200
$146,400
2023
$860 (−15.1%)
$53,200 + $78,680
$131,880
2022
$1,013
$41,800 + $68,360
$110,160
2021
$1,013
$41,800 + $45,640
$87,440
2020
$1,014 (+2.6%)
$41,800 + $45,640
$87,440
2019
$988 (+1.2%)
$41,800 + $40,760
$82,560
2018
$977 (−7.9%)
$18,600 + $63,480
$82,080
2017
$1,061 (+22.5%)
$18,600 + $63,480
$82,080
2016
$866 (+13.1%)
$18,600 + $53,320
$71,920
2014
$766 (+28.2%)
$18,600 + $52,520
$71,120
2013
$597 (−7.9%)
$22,640 + $14,520
$37,160
2012
$649 (−6.4%)
$22,640 + $14,520
$37,160
2011
$693 (−23.9%)
$21,160 + $15,176
$36,336
2010
$911 (+11.3%)
$21,148 + $51,932
$73,080
2008
$818
Tax history for 1268 Thomas Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,031 (−5.5%)
$53,200 + $93,200
$146,400
2024
$1,091 (+26.8%)
$53,200 + $93,200
$146,400
2023
$860 (−15.1%)
$53,200 + $78,680
$131,880
2022
$1,013
$41,800 + $68,360
$110,160
2021
$1,013
$41,800 + $45,640
$87,440
2020
$1,014 (+2.6%)
$41,800 + $45,640
$87,440
2019
$988 (+1.2%)
$41,800 + $40,760
$82,560
2018
$977 (−7.9%)
$18,600 + $63,480
$82,080
2017
$1,061 (+22.5%)
$18,600 + $63,480
$82,080
2016
$866 (+13.1%)
$18,600 + $53,320
$71,920
2014
$766 (+28.2%)
$18,600 + $52,520
$71,120
2013
$597 (−7.9%)
$22,640 + $14,520
$37,160
2012
$649 (−6.4%)
$22,640 + $14,520
$37,160
2011
$693 (−23.9%)
$21,160 + $15,176
$36,336
2010
$911 (+11.3%)
$21,148 + $51,932
$73,080
2008
$818
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,326
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 216 12 017
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
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs, High Ceilings 9 ft Main
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Basement
Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Bonus Room
Basement: Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,326
Construction Materials: Block, Metal Siding
Exterior Features: Awning(s), Garden
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: Deed book and page: 6222-576
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
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 Downtown Decatur: Head south on Commerce Dr onto Columbia Dr. Turn right onto Thomas Rd passed the Waldorf School of Atlanta. The property will be on your left just before the corner of Thomas Rd and Midway Rd.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,326
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 216 12 017
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
3/10
Druid Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
5/10
Druid Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
6/10
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