WELCOME TO 161 RIDGELAND AVE +++ 5BR / 4BA IN THE CITY OF DECATUR +++ TOTALLY REBUILT IN 2016 & BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED +++ MOVE-IN READY This stunning EarthCraft home delivers the space, flexibility, and finishes that are hard to find at any price. What sets this home apart is how well it lives: a main-level bedroom with French doors works beautifully as a guest room or home office; the dining room is spacious enough to convert to a second sitting area; and the finished basement adds multiple flexible rooms, a full bath, a sauna, and a massive storage room that doubles as a storm shelter or wine cellar. From the screened porch to the primary suite, every inch of this home has been thoughtfully designed and meticulously maintained. +++ MAIN LEVEL: The open-concept kitchen and living room is the heart of the home — 6-burner gas stove with pot filler and vent hood, oversized island with prep sink and dishwasher, walk-in pantry, and generous counter space make this a kitchen worth cooking in. The living room features a gas fireplace, built-in storage, and doors opening to a screened porch ideal for entertaining or a quiet evening. Also on the main level: a bedroom with French doors, full bath, breakfast nook, and a mudroom with extra storage. +++ UPSTAIRS: Vaulted primary suite with oversized walk-in closet and spa-like bath — standalone soaking tub, massive walk-in shower, dual vanity, and private water closet. Two additional spacious bedrooms, each with large French door closets, share a jack-and-jill bath with dual vanities and a private toilet/shower room. Generous laundry room with utility sink and storage. +++ BASEMENT: Two finished rooms with multiple closets, full bath, and sauna — perfect as a guest suite, gym, playroom, in-law/au pair suite, and/or second living space. Large storage room doubles as storm shelter or wine cellar. +++ OUTSIDE: Screened porch with outdoor TV, covered carport with EV charger, fresh exterior paint (2026), mature trees, and beautiful landscaping. +++ THE NEIGHBORHOOD: Ridgeland Ave is a quiet, low-traffic street with a genuine sense of community — neighbors who know each other by name and look out for one another. Walkable to Decatur Square (0.8 mi), MARTA (0.3 mi), Glennwood Elementary, and all City of Decatur schools, consistently ranked among the best in Georgia — with elementary (Glennwood/Talley), middle (Beacon Hill), and high school (Decatur) all within 2 miles. Whole Foods, Sprouts, Publix, Kroger, and ALDI within a mile. Glenn Creek Nature Preserve nearby. Decatur is rated the most walkable city in Georgia, and this home delivers on that promise.
Single-familyProperty Type
2016Year Built
6,969 sq ftLot Size
$401Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by John Morgan• Park Realty, LLC.
Contact: 770-655-9423
Bought with TRAVIS GRUBB• Keller Knapp
Source:FMLS #7765036
Redfin Estimate
$1,249,998
$15K since sold in July 2026$6,000 since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 8.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.15M) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $4,600 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 161 Ridgeland Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7765036
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
$1,235,000
$401/sq ft
Jul 5, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 5, 2026
Relisted
—
May 14, 2026
Listed
$1,250,000
$406/sq ft
FMLS #7258590
Aug 31, 2023
Sold
$1,125,000
$365/sq ft
Aug 22, 2023
Pending
—
Aug 14, 2023
Contingent
—
Aug 9, 2023
Listed
$1,095,000
$356/sq ft
This is the one you have been waiting for! Welcome home to this like-new craftsman home in the City of Decatur. This home boasts a light and bright open floor plan leading to an idyllic screened in porch. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms including an oversized Primary suite with a large closet and picture perfect double vanity bathroom. Two secondary bedrooms and a Jack and Jill bathroom along with an oversized laundry room complete the upstairs. The finished basement has more storage than you will know what to do with! The basement has a bedroom and full bathroom with a large area for sitting or a gym. Perfect for an in-law suite or for an au pair. This home located in the desirable Decatur Heights neighbor and is within close proximity to Downtown Decatur, Dekalb Farmers Market and all Decatur has to offer. This is a MUST SEE.
FMLS #6560906
Aug 9, 2019
Sold
$825,000
$268/sq ft
Jul 7, 2019
Pending
—
Jun 25, 2019
Price Changed
$825,000
$268/sq ft
Jun 13, 2019
Relisted
—
Jun 11, 2019
Pending
—
May 30, 2019
Listed
$849,900
$276/sq ft
HURRY OR YOU WILL...miss out on this city of Decatur home! Sought after school district and fantastic walkability to downtown Decatur! From the finished basement to the lovely master suite with vaulted ceilings, there are thoughtful touches and gorgeous finishes throughout. Detached carport provides daily covered parking as well as an awesome outdoor entertaining area (along with the backyard) if you need it. Social? This is YOUR place - active neighborhood with lots of events, families and very little through traffic on Ridgeland! YOU NEED THIS HOME IN YOUR LIFE!
GAMLS #8593826
Aug 9, 2019
Sold
$825,000
$268/sq ft
Jul 7, 2019
Pending
—
Jun 25, 2019
Price Changed
$825,000
$268/sq ft
May 30, 2019
Listed
$849,900
$276/sq ft
GAMLS #8079404
Nov 30, 2016
Sold
$745,000
$242/sq ft
Nov 2, 2016
Pending
—
Oct 20, 2016
Contingent
—
Oct 13, 2016
Price Changed
$749,000
$243/sq ft
Oct 5, 2016
Listed
$775,000
$252/sq ft
FMLS #5758001
Nov 30, 2016
Sold
$745,000
$242/sq ft
Oct 20, 2016
Contingent
—
Oct 13, 2016
Price Changed
$749,000
$243/sq ft
Oct 5, 2016
Listed
$775,000
$252/sq ft
GAMLS #8030609
Oct 6, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Aug 31, 2016
Price Changed
$799,000
$259/sq ft
Jul 5, 2016
Listed
$825,000
$268/sq ft
FMLS #5715102
Oct 6, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Aug 30, 2016
Price Changed
$799,000
$259/sq ft
Jul 2, 2016
Listed
$825,000
$268/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 14, 2016
Sold
$290,000
$94/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 24, 2002
Sold
$174,900
$57/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 24, 1996
Sold
$77,000
$25/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 15, 1987
Sold
$53,500
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,153 (+24.3%)
$133,720 + $324,000
$457,720
2024
$15,412 (−3.9%)
$133,720 + $324,000
$457,720
2023
$16,036 (+10.4%)
$133,720 + $287,480
$421,200
2022
$14,531 (+1.1%)
$127,040 + $231,200
$358,240
2021
$14,368 (−10.3%)
$38,000 + $278,080
$316,080
2020
$16,012 (+32.3%)
$38,000 + $278,080
$316,080
2019
$12,100 (+5.6%)
$38,000 + $239,880
$277,880
2018
$11,462 (−16.8%)
$38,000 + $230,640
$268,640
2017
$13,773 (+481.4%)
$38,000 + $230,640
$268,640
2016
$2,369 (+23.1%)
$22,600 + $43,640
$66,240
2014
$1,924 (−3.5%)
$22,600 + $81,120
$103,720
2013
$1,994 (+446.5%)
$22,612 + $49,788
$72,400
2012
$365 (−82.8%)
$53,240 + $19,160
$72,400
2011
$2,125 (+539.8%)
$22,600 + $49,800
$72,400
2010
$332 (+19.4%)
$22,600 + $49,800
$72,400
2008
$278
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,538
Year built
2016
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 007 05 086
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 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 Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Carport, Covered, Detached, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
# of Upper Level Full Baths: 2
# of Lower Level Full Baths: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Shower,Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
# of Upper Bedrooms: 3
# of Lower Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Glass Doors
Interior Features: Crown Molding, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Sauna, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Green Building Verification Type: EarthCraft Home
Green Energy Efficient: Construction, Lighting, Thermostat
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Glennwood
Middle Or Junior School: Beacon Hill
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Decatur, Travel east on E. Ponce de Leon Ave to Left on Sycamore and then left on Ridgeland Ave. 161 Ridgeland Ave is on the right!
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,538
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2016
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 007 05 086
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Around this home
38/100 Car-Dependent58/100 Good transit47/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
New Glennwood Elementary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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