Classic Decatur Square bungalow beautifully restored from top to bottom. Home received an Earth Craft Renovation Award. Architect Richard Steven's design respects the original 1920's architecture while including all modern spaces and conveniences w/ period conscious design elements like marble BA, eat-in-kitchen w/ custom built-ins and beautiful cabinetry, built-in bookcases in LR & Den/Office. Located across the street from Ryan Gainey's infamous garden. This home is walking distance to Decatur Square's restaurants, parks, and award winning schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$402Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by KELLUM SMITH• Engel & Volkers Intown Atlanta
Bought with Lisa Cronic• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Source:FMLS #6525774
Redfin Estimate
$1,310,291
$371K since sold in May 2019$2,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 29.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.01M) of 6 comparable homes.
Classic Decatur Square bungalow beautifully restored from top to bottom. Home received an Earth Craft Renovation Award. Architect Richard Steven's design respects the original 1920's architecture while including all modern spaces and conveniences w/ period conscious design elements like marble BA, eat-in-kitchen w/ custom built-ins and beautiful cabinetry, built-in bookcases in LR & Den/Office. Located across the street from Ryan Gainey's infamous garden. This home is walking distance to Decatur Square's restaurants, parks, and award winning schools.
FMLS #5954246
Mar 15, 2018
Sold
$875,000
$268/sq ft
Feb 20, 2018
Pending
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Jan 20, 2018
Listed
$899,900
$276/sq ft
Beautifully designed by architect Richard Stevens. Earth Craft Renovation of the year, Decatur Design award winning custom home. 10 minute walk to restaurants, shopping, coffee and Marta. Large front porch w/views of the garden. Designated office, gourmet kitchen w/ Wolf Subzero appliances, Rohl fixtures & built-in banquette. Huge garage is insulated, w/finished floor and H&C water in sink perfect for washing pets. Master bath has marble tile, heated floor, Rohl multi head shower, claw foot tub and double vanity w/tower. 5th BR 23X25 used as a den/rec room. Owner agent.
FMLS #5934156
Jan 23, 2018
Listing Removed
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Nov 17, 2017
Listed
$924,900
$284/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 10, 2007
Sold
$310,000
$95/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 13, 1991
Sold
$137,000
$42/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 8, 1988
Sold
$115,000
$35/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 8, 1984
Sold
$75,000
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,471 (+520.5%)
$93,280 + $337,080
$430,360
2024
$3,783 (−77.2%)
$93,280 + $337,080
$430,360
2023
$16,596 (−3.1%)
$93,280 + $283,480
$376,760
2022
$17,134 (+1.9%)
$91,760 + $245,320
$337,080
2021
$16,807 (−4.8%)
$35,720 + $260,320
$296,040
2020
$17,655 (+24.3%)
$35,720 + $260,320
$296,040
2019
$14,204 (+28.1%)
$35,720 + $284,320
$320,040
2018
$11,089 (−6.2%)
$35,720 + $226,400
$262,120
2017
$11,817 (+108.5%)
$35,720 + $226,400
$262,120
2016
$5,667 (+64.7%)
$35,720 + $176,280
$212,000
2014
$3,440 (+20.0%)
$35,720 + $176,280
$212,000
2013
$2,868 (+411.2%)
$35,736 + $71,024
$106,760
2012
$561 (−83.3%)
$68,680 + $38,080
$106,760
2011
$3,363 (+494.0%)
$35,720 + $81,680
$117,400
2010
$566 (+13.4%)
$33,667 + $83,733
$117,400
2008
$499
Tax history for 136 Emerson Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,471 (+520.5%)
$93,280 + $337,080
$430,360
2024
$3,783 (−77.2%)
$93,280 + $337,080
$430,360
2023
$16,596 (−3.1%)
$93,280 + $283,480
$376,760
2022
$17,134 (+1.9%)
$91,760 + $245,320
$337,080
2021
$16,807 (−4.8%)
$35,720 + $260,320
$296,040
2020
$17,655 (+24.3%)
$35,720 + $260,320
$296,040
2019
$14,204 (+28.1%)
$35,720 + $284,320
$320,040
2018
$11,089 (−6.2%)
$35,720 + $226,400
$262,120
2017
$11,817 (+108.5%)
$35,720 + $226,400
$262,120
2016
$5,667 (+64.7%)
$35,720 + $176,280
$212,000
2014
$3,440 (+20.0%)
$35,720 + $176,280
$212,000
2013
$2,868 (+411.2%)
$35,736 + $71,024
$106,760
2012
$561 (−83.3%)
$68,680 + $38,080
$106,760
2011
$3,363 (+494.0%)
$35,720 + $81,680
$117,400
2010
$566 (+13.4%)
$33,667 + $83,733
$117,400
2008
$499
*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
5
Baths
3
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,606
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 236 04 175
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Public service-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Level Driveway, Garage Faces Side
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Decorative
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, Bookcases, Double Vanity, High Speed Internet, Other, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Microwave
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Electric Air Filter, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Heating: Electric, Natural Gas, Heat Pump
Water Source: Public
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: West Ponce De Leon Ave to Adair Ave, then turn right on Emerson just past the playground and dog park.
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Other
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,606
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 236 04 175
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Westchester Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.9mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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