Welcome to Midway Woods and this charming cottage offering a comfortable and versatile living space. This is a great property for first-time home buyers and investors, featuring two bedrooms, one bathroom, an open-concept living area, and a flex space perfect for customization. As you enter the home, you'll be greeted by a bright and airy open-concept living space, ideal for entertaining guests or spending quality time with family and friends. The seamless flow between the living room, dining area, and kitchen creates a sense of openness and allows for easy interaction. The kitchen has been updated with ample countertop space and plenty of storage options, making it easy to prepare meals and explore your culinary skills. The adjacent dining area offers a cozy spot for enjoying delicious meals with friends. The entire interior was just painted a neutral palette, allowing you to add your own vibe. Additionally, the home offers a flexible space that can be utilized as a home office, a playroom, or a hobby space. This adaptable area allows you to create a personalized space that aligns with your lifestyle. Convenience is key, and this property provides off-street parking, ensuring that you have a dedicated space for your vehicles, and offering ease and peace of mind. Located in Midway Woods, this home enjoys a tranquil setting while being within close proximity to essential amenities, schools, shopping centers, and parks. Its desirable location offers a perfect balance between privacy and accessibility.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$303Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Shannon L Williams• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Bought with Todd Brunsvold• Compass
Source:FMLS #7246204
Redfin Estimate
$379,012
$49K since sold in August 2023$7,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 7.1% lower than the average sale price ($408K) of 5 comparable homes.
Welcome to Midway Woods and this charming cottage offering a comfortable and versatile living space. This is a great property for first-time home buyers and investors, featuring two bedrooms, one bathroom, an open-concept living area, and a flex space perfect for customization. As you enter the home, you'll be greeted by a bright and airy open-concept living space, ideal for entertaining guests or spending quality time with family and friends. The seamless flow between the living room, dining area, and kitchen creates a sense of openness and allows for easy interaction. The kitchen has been updated with ample countertop space and plenty of storage options, making it easy to prepare meals and explore your culinary skills. The adjacent dining area offers a cozy spot for enjoying delicious meals with friends. The entire interior was just painted a neutral palette, allowing you to add your own vibe. Additionally, the home offers a flexible space that can be utilized as a home office, a playroom, or a hobby space. This adaptable area allows you to create a personalized space that aligns with your lifestyle. Convenience is key, and this property provides off-street parking, ensuring that you have a dedicated space for your vehicles, and offering ease and peace of mind. Located in Midway Woods, this home enjoys a tranquil setting while being within close proximity to essential amenities, schools, shopping centers, and parks. Its desirable location offers a perfect balance between privacy and accessibility.
FMLS #5650307
Nov 5, 2016
Price Changed
$175,000
$140/sq ft
Mar 30, 2016
Price Changed
$179,000
$143/sq ft
Mar 23, 2016
Sold
$179,000
$143/sq ft
Feb 29, 2016
Contingent
—
Feb 22, 2016
Listed
$175,000
$140/sq ft
Terrific oppportunity for builder or renovator in HOT Midway Woods market where new construction is under contract just a block away for $659k-738k. This property is NOT in the flood plain and boasts an 80' frontage and a convenient basement/drive-under lot.
GAMLS #7592653
Aug 4, 2016
Price Changed
$175,000
$140/sq ft
Mar 23, 2016
Sold
$179,000
$143/sq ft
Feb 29, 2016
Pending
—
Feb 29, 2016
Price Changed
$179,000
$143/sq ft
Feb 22, 2016
Listed
$175,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 25, 2016
Sold
$179,000
$143/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 9, 2004
Sold
$115,000
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,555 (+3.0%)
$48,360 + $94,640
$143,000
2024
$4,424 (−5.3%)
$48,360 + $94,640
$143,000
2022
$4,671 (+17.3%)
$38,000 + $60,000
$98,000
2021
$3,983 (+2.2%)
$38,000 + $44,320
$82,320
2020
$3,899 (+2.6%)
$38,000 + $44,320
$82,320
2019
$3,799 (+1.2%)
$38,000 + $40,120
$78,120
2018
$3,755 (+7.2%)
$16,920 + $60,600
$77,520
2017
$3,502 (+63.1%)
$16,920 + $60,600
$77,520
2016
$2,147 (+33.4%)
$16,920 + $23,880
$40,800
2014
$1,609 (−0.1%)
$16,920 + $23,880
$40,800
2013
$1,611
$20,600 + $7,320
$27,920
2012
$1,612 (−0.3%)
$20,600 + $7,320
$27,920
2011
$1,616 (−42.2%)
$19,240 + $9,368
$28,608
2010
$2,799 (+2.1%)
$19,240 + $41,960
$61,200
2008
$2,742
Tax history for 1273 Carter Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,555 (+3.0%)
$48,360 + $94,640
$143,000
2024
$4,424 (−5.3%)
$48,360 + $94,640
$143,000
2022
$4,671 (+17.3%)
$38,000 + $60,000
$98,000
2021
$3,983 (+2.2%)
$38,000 + $44,320
$82,320
2020
$3,899 (+2.6%)
$38,000 + $44,320
$82,320
2019
$3,799 (+1.2%)
$38,000 + $40,120
$78,120
2018
$3,755 (+7.2%)
$16,920 + $60,600
$77,520
2017
$3,502 (+63.1%)
$16,920 + $60,600
$77,520
2016
$2,147 (+33.4%)
$16,920 + $23,880
$40,800
2014
$1,609 (−0.1%)
$16,920 + $23,880
$40,800
2013
$1,611
$20,600 + $7,320
$27,920
2012
$1,612 (−0.3%)
$20,600 + $7,320
$27,920
2011
$1,616 (−42.2%)
$19,240 + $9,368
$28,608
2010
$2,799 (+2.1%)
$19,240 + $41,960
$61,200
2008
$2,742
*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
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,252
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 216 12 021
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: 2
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: None
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: None
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Interior Features: Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Bonus Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,252
Construction Materials: Other
Exterior Features: Other
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Other Structures: Other
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: Deed Book 25464 Deed Page 506
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills
Location Information
Directions: Take Candler rd south, turn left on Midway rd, turn left on Carter rd.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,252
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 216 12 021
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
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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