WOW - you will not believe what's hiding behind the modest facade. Originally a typical 50's ranch, this home has a large addition added to the rear to create INCREDIBLE space ideal for entertaining - featuring a large den with dining area, office, laundry and half bath on the main floor and a luxurious private master suite upstairs with double vanities, large shower, and separate spa tub. Multiple outdoor spaces including a front porch overlooking the park, courtyard with outdoor fireplace and fountain, a back patio and large fenced backyard. There's even a tiki bar! Kitchen has been well updated with painted cabinets, stainless appliances, and breakfast bar open to an eat-in area. Secondary master or guest room on main level with newly renovated bathroom. Filled with light and freshly painted inside and out. Schools include Winnona Park/Fifth Ave., Renfroe Middle and Decatur High.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$361Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by CYNTHIA BAER• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Torrence Ford• Re/Max Premier
Source:FMLS #6686294
Redfin Estimate
$1,241,641
$427K since sold in March 2020$0 since July
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This home's estimate is 29.8% higher than the average sale price ($957K) of 6 comparable homes.
WOW - you will not believe what's hiding behind the modest facade. Originally a typical 50's ranch, this home has a large addition added to the rear to create INCREDIBLE space ideal for entertaining - featuring a large den with dining area, office, laundry and half bath on the main floor and a luxurious private master suite upstairs with double vanities, large shower, and separate spa tub. Multiple outdoor spaces including a front porch overlooking the park, courtyard with outdoor fireplace and fountain, a back patio and large fenced backyard. Schools are Winnona Park/Fifth Ave, Renfroe and Decatur.
Public Records
Feb 11, 2013
Sold
$500,000
$146/sq ft
FMLS #5069554
Feb 4, 2013
Price Changed
$500,000
$146/sq ft
Feb 4, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2013
Price Changed
$524,999
$153/sq ft
Jan 31, 2013
Sold
$500,000
$146/sq ft
Jan 17, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 8, 2013
Contingent
—
Oct 1, 2012
Listed
$524,999
$153/sq ft
Well designed and perfectly suited for Decatur living, this bungalow is a feast for the eyes. It's centralized courtyard with fireplace will make outdoor entertaining a year round event . Designed for spacious living and serenity, the incredible master suite is located on the second floor away from the hubbub of the home. The family room, dining room, living room and mini master on main floor allow you to enjoy family and friends and never feel cramped. Restaurants, McCoy Park's pool, playground, skate park are a quick walk away. Location is everything. Jump in.
GAMLS #2
May 10, 2011
Price Changed
$529,900
$154/sq ft
Apr 15, 2011
Price Changed
$549,900
$160/sq ft
GAMLS #1
Jul 19, 2010
Price Changed
$599,000
$174/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 9, 2002
Sold
$254,000
$74/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 22, 2000
Sold
$244,500
$71/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,751 (+0.2%)
$126,477 + $268,763
$395,240
2024
$16,718 (−2.6%)
$126,477 + $268,763
$395,240
2023
$17,166 (+16.6%)
$126,477 + $268,763
$395,240
2022
$14,722 (−15.4%)
$163,640 + $211,440
$375,080
2021
$17,412 (+24.8%)
$26,560 + $284,760
$311,320
2020
$13,952 (+3.7%)
$26,560 + $284,760
$311,320
2019
$13,449 (+14.4%)
$26,560 + $283,720
$310,280
2018
$11,760 (+6.6%)
$26,560 + $252,760
$279,320
2017
$11,029 (+91.5%)
$26,560 + $252,760
$279,320
2016
$5,758 (+32.8%)
$24,396 + $219,564
$243,960
2014
$4,337 (−23.5%)
$26,560 + $232,280
$258,840
2013
$5,666 (+538.3%)
$26,540 + $137,460
$164,000
2012
$888 (−79.6%)
$66,480 + $97,520
$164,000
2011
$4,359 (+439.3%)
$41,200 + $81,584
$122,784
2010
$808 (+90.1%)
$44,406 + $119,594
$164,000
2008
$425
Tax history for 131 Griffin Cir
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,751 (+0.2%)
$126,477 + $268,763
$395,240
2024
$16,718 (−2.6%)
$126,477 + $268,763
$395,240
2023
$17,166 (+16.6%)
$126,477 + $268,763
$395,240
2022
$14,722 (−15.4%)
$163,640 + $211,440
$375,080
2021
$17,412 (+24.8%)
$26,560 + $284,760
$311,320
2020
$13,952 (+3.7%)
$26,560 + $284,760
$311,320
2019
$13,449 (+14.4%)
$26,560 + $283,720
$310,280
2018
$11,760 (+6.6%)
$26,560 + $252,760
$279,320
2017
$11,029 (+91.5%)
$26,560 + $252,760
$279,320
2016
$5,758 (+32.8%)
$24,396 + $219,564
$243,960
2014
$4,337 (−23.5%)
$26,560 + $232,280
$258,840
2013
$5,666 (+538.3%)
$26,540 + $137,460
$164,000
2012
$888 (−79.6%)
$66,480 + $97,520
$164,000
2011
$4,359 (+439.3%)
$41,200 + $81,584
$122,784
2010
$808 (+90.1%)
$44,406 + $119,594
$164,000
2008
$425
*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
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
3,435
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 214 02 096
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.
Construction Materials: Brick 3 Sides, Cement Siding
Exterior Features: Other
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Other Equipment: Intercom
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Winnona Park/Talley Street
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Decatur go South on S. McDonough- turn left on Griffin Circle. The home is across from the park on the right
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Playground, Pool, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,435
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 214 02 096
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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