Welcome to 138 Garland Avenue! This gorgeous, thoughtfully updated 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath property includes a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath main home and a detached 2-car garage with a fully equipped additional dwelling unit (ADU) featuring a bedroom, full bath, living area, and storage—perfect as a guest house, rental, or private home office. Set on a quiet, walkable street in the heart of Decatur, he home sits on a rare, oversized lot, significantly larger than most in the area. Full of charm and beautifully renovated throughout, this home offers easy, turn-key living just blocks from Oakhurst Village, Agnes Scott College, and all the shops, restaurants, and festivals that make Decatur so special. Inside, the main level features a bright and open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout. The cozy living room has a fireplace for chilly days and a custom built-in wet bar that is perfect for gathering with friends before or after one of Decatur’s many local events. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, offering tons of cabinet space, granite countertops, a coffee bar, an eat-in dining area, and a bar-height island that’s filled with natural light thanks to a perfectly placed picture window, which is perfect for morning coffee or weekend brunches. The spacious primary suite is located on the main level and feels like a true retreat, with a spa-like en suite bath, double vanities, a large custom walk-in closet, and direct access to a private screened porch that flows into the beautifully landscaped fence backyard, designed for relaxing or entertaining. complete with a fire pit and space for entertaining. Also, on the main floor a tiled mudroom, laundry, a half bath, and easy access to the basement, great for storage, a home gym, or a workshop. Upstairs you’ll find three additional bedrooms, including one with its own en suite bath, a shared full bath, and a sunlit loft perfect for a study or office that overlooks Roy Moss St. Garden Park. This home is ideal for those seeking a blend of comfort and privacy, come experience the best of in-town Decatur living!
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$474Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by SABRENA A SANDERS• HOME Luxury Real Estate
Bought with Renee Bissell• Keller Williams Rlty Consultants
Source:FMLS #7578365
Redfin Estimate
$1,577,563
$67K since sold in June 2025$9,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 61.4% higher than the average sale price ($978K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to 138 Garland Avenue! This gorgeous, thoughtfully updated 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath property includes a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath main home and a detached 2-car garage with a fully equipped additional dwelling unit (ADU) featuring a bedroom, full bath, living area, and storageCoperfect as a guest house, rental, or private home office. Set on a quiet, walkable street in the heart of Decatur, he home sits on a rare, oversized lot, significantly larger than most in the area. Full of charm and beautifully renovated throughout, this home offers easy, turn-key living just blocks from Oakhurst Village, Agnes Scott College, and all the shops, restaurants, and festivals that make Decatur so special. Inside, the main level features a bright and open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout. The cozy living room has a fireplace for chilly days and a custom built-in wet bar that is perfect for gathering with friends before or after one of DecaturCOs many local events. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, offering tons of cabinet space, granite countertops, a coffee bar, an eat-in dining area, and a bar-height island thatCOs filled with natural light thanks to a perfectly placed picture window, which is perfect for morning coffee or weekend brunches. The spacious primary suite is located on the main level and feels like a true retreat, with a spa-like en suite bath, double vanities, a large custom walk-in closet, and direct access to a private screened porch that flows into the beautifully landscaped fence backyard, designed for relaxing or entertaining. complete with a fire pit and space for entertaining. Also, on the main floor a tiled mudroom, laundry, a half bath, and easy access to the basement, great for storage, a home gym, or a workshop. Upstairs youCOll find three additional bedrooms, including one with its own en suite bath, a shared full bath, and a sunlit loft perfect for a study or office that overlooks Roy Moss St. Garden Park. This home is ideal for those seeking a blend of comfort and privacy, come experience the best of in-town Decatur living!
FMLS #4210423
Jul 20, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jul 18, 2011
Sold
$415,000
$125/sq ft
Jun 24, 2011
Pending
—
Jun 14, 2011
Contingent
—
Apr 15, 2011
Listed
$450,000
$135/sq ft
RETREAT GETAWAY IN DECATUR! 4 BR, 2 BA HOME GUTTED & RENOVATED IN 2000. WALK TO DTWN DECATUR, OAKHURST, PARKS, COLLEGE HEIGHTS EARLY LEARNING CENTER - CONVENIENT LOCATION. MANY SPECIAL FEATURES - TOO MANY TO MENTION - PLS SEE 2 PAGE DETAILED FLYER IN DOCUMENTS!. BRIGHT & OPEN FLR PLAN, BEAUTIFUL HRDWDS THRUOUT, IN LAW/TEEN SUITE UPSTAIRS, SUNRM, GRILLING PORCH, PORCH W/SEP SOAKING TUB RM, OFFICE, KITCHEN W/ISLAND, THERMIDOR DUAL FUEL RANGE.. OH YEA OUTSIDE..ANTIQUE GARDEN COTTAGE, STORAGE SHED, NATURE LOVER'S HAVEN. PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPING JUST DONE ON MAY 17 & 18.
Public Records
Jun 26, 2000
Sold
$185,500
$56/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 4, 1986
Sold
$79,500
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,075 (+8.5%)
$151,360 + $299,680
$451,040
2024
$17,587 (+2.5%)
$151,360 + $299,680
$451,040
2023
$17,159 (+16.4%)
$151,360 + $264,680
$416,040
2022
$14,747 (+4.7%)
$193,360 + $181,840
$375,200
2021
$14,087 (+8.5%)
$31,360 + $280,480
$311,840
2020
$12,983 (+6.2%)
$31,360 + $280,480
$311,840
2019
$12,221 (+15.8%)
$31,360 + $250,200
$281,560
2018
$10,557 (−6.1%)
$29,962 + $219,718
$249,680
2017
$11,238 (+81.9%)
$29,962 + $219,718
$249,680
2016
$6,179 (+37.6%)
$31,360 + $230,760
$262,120
2014
$4,489 (+2.6%)
$31,360 + $210,560
$241,920
2013
$4,374 (+386.4%)
$31,368 + $134,632
$166,000
2012
$899 (−72.3%)
$78,560 + $87,440
$166,000
2011
$3,244 (+496.7%)
$48,720 + $64,360
$113,080
2010
$544 (−55.1%)
$48,463 + $64,617
$113,080
2008
$1,211
Tax history for 138 Garland Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,075 (+8.5%)
$151,360 + $299,680
$451,040
2024
$17,587 (+2.5%)
$151,360 + $299,680
$451,040
2023
$17,159 (+16.4%)
$151,360 + $264,680
$416,040
2022
$14,747 (+4.7%)
$193,360 + $181,840
$375,200
2021
$14,087 (+8.5%)
$31,360 + $280,480
$311,840
2020
$12,983 (+6.2%)
$31,360 + $280,480
$311,840
2019
$12,221 (+15.8%)
$31,360 + $250,200
$281,560
2018
$10,557 (−6.1%)
$29,962 + $219,718
$249,680
2017
$11,238 (+81.9%)
$29,962 + $219,718
$249,680
2016
$6,179 (+37.6%)
$31,360 + $230,760
$262,120
2014
$4,489 (+2.6%)
$31,360 + $210,560
$241,920
2013
$4,374 (+386.4%)
$31,368 + $134,632
$166,000
2012
$899 (−72.3%)
$78,560 + $87,440
$166,000
2011
$3,244 (+496.7%)
$48,720 + $64,360
$113,080
2010
$544 (−55.1%)
$48,463 + $64,617
$113,080
2008
$1,211
*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
4.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
3,011
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 214 02 064
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: 3
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer, Other
Construction Materials: Brick 3 Sides, Cement Siding, Stone
Exterior Features: Private Yard, Storage
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: See Remarks
Other Structures: Carriage House, Guest House, Shed(s)
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier, Generator
Ownership: Fee Simple
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Lighting, Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: N/A
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
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: Winnona Park/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: GPS friendly - in circle roundabout on the hill (one way)
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,011
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 214 02 064
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Winnona Park Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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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