Discover the charm and warmth of this delightful bungalow cottage nestled in the heart of Decatur. Bursting with character, this adorable 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of classic appeal and modern updates. Step onto the inviting covered front porch, ideal for morning coffee or evening chats, and feel right at home. Inside, you’ll find newly finished hardwood floors and fresh paint throughout, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The family room greets you, and the spacious dining room—which easily doubles as a cozy den—is perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. Your kitchen is full of updates with stainless steel appliances. Out back, enjoy the large fenced yard and expansive back deck, offering plenty of space for entertaining, gardening, or play. This home radiates love, personality, and timeless charm—perfect for someone looking for more than just a house, but a place to truly call home. Laundry washer and dryer included.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$235Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Dara Williams• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Bought with Paul Scannell• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Source:FMLS #7605758
Redfin Estimate
$275,071
$16K since sold in September 2025$10K since July
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This home's estimate is 2.1% higher than the average sale price ($269K) of 5 comparable homes.
Discover the charm and warmth of this delightful bungalow cottage nestled in the heart of Decatur. Bursting with character, this adorable 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of classic appeal and modern updates. Step onto the inviting covered front porch, ideal for morning coffee or evening chats, and feel right at home. Inside, you'll find newly finished hardwood floors and fresh paint throughout, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The family room greets you, and the spacious dining room-which easily doubles as a cozy den-is perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. Your kitchen is full of updates with stainless steel appliances. Out back, enjoy the large fenced yard and expansive back deck, offering plenty of space for entertaining, gardening, or play. This home radiates love, personality, and timeless charm-perfect for someone looking for more than just a house, but a place to truly call home. Laundry washer and dryer included.
RENT. #1
Feb 28, 2022
Price Changed
$1,575
$1/sq ft
GAMLS #8178732
May 31, 2017
Sold
$155,000
$132/sq ft
May 3, 2017
Pending
—
Apr 28, 2017
Listed
$153,900
$132/sq ft
FMLS #5840711
May 31, 2017
Sold
$155,000
$132/sq ft
May 3, 2017
Contingent
—
Apr 28, 2017
Listed
$153,900
$132/sq ft
Completed renovated home w/tons of upgrades. Beautiful hardwood floor throughout the home. Upgraded kitchen w/all the appliances. Separate dining room for your special dinners. Large family room for entertaining.
Public Records
Mar 7, 2005
Sold
$99,900
$85/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 13, 1998
Sold
$63,500
$54/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 13, 1995
Sold
$60,500
$52/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 17, 1993
Sold
$46,600
$40/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 24, 1993
Sold
$38,628
$33/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 2, 1987
Sold
$52,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,021 (+0.3%)
$29,120 + $52,480
$81,600
2024
$4,010 (+9.9%)
$29,120 + $52,480
$81,600
2023
$3,648 (+14.5%)
$29,120 + $52,320
$81,440
2022
$3,186 (+5.8%)
$16,920 + $47,880
$64,800
2021
$3,012 (+20.8%)
$16,000 + $44,840
$60,840
2020
$2,494 (−6.6%)
$16,000 + $44,840
$60,840
2019
$2,670 (−1.1%)
$16,000 + $37,040
$53,040
2018
$2,700 (+92.8%)
$3,880 + $49,720
$53,600
2017
$1,400 (+6.6%)
$3,880 + $49,720
$53,600
2016
$1,313 (+58.4%)
$3,880 + $18,120
$22,000
2014
$829 (+14.4%)
$3,880 + $13,280
$17,160
2013
$724 (−1.5%)
$3,880 + $4,560
$8,440
2012
$736 (−13.8%)
$3,480 + $5,200
$8,680
2011
$854 (−49.0%)
$3,480 + $8,040
$11,520
2010
$1,673 (−20.6%)
$17,965 + $15,235
$33,200
2008
$2,106
Tax history for 1617 Columbia Cir
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,021 (+0.3%)
$29,120 + $52,480
$81,600
2024
$4,010 (+9.9%)
$29,120 + $52,480
$81,600
2023
$3,648 (+14.5%)
$29,120 + $52,320
$81,440
2022
$3,186 (+5.8%)
$16,920 + $47,880
$64,800
2021
$3,012 (+20.8%)
$16,000 + $44,840
$60,840
2020
$2,494 (−6.6%)
$16,000 + $44,840
$60,840
2019
$2,670 (−1.1%)
$16,000 + $37,040
$53,040
2018
$2,700 (+92.8%)
$3,880 + $49,720
$53,600
2017
$1,400 (+6.6%)
$3,880 + $49,720
$53,600
2016
$1,313 (+58.4%)
$3,880 + $18,120
$22,000
2014
$829 (+14.4%)
$3,880 + $13,280
$17,160
2013
$724 (−1.5%)
$3,880 + $4,560
$8,440
2012
$736 (−13.8%)
$3,480 + $5,200
$8,680
2011
$854 (−49.0%)
$3,480 + $8,040
$11,520
2010
$1,673 (−20.6%)
$17,965 + $15,235
$33,200
2008
$2,106
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,365
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 186 06 014
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
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Carport, Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
Interior Features: Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Stone Counters
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Other
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,365
AccessibilityFeatures: Accessible Kitchen
Construction Materials: Frame, Other
Exterior Features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Roof: Shingle, Composition, Other
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details: Block
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: PB 17-64
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Peachcrest
Middle Or Junior School: Mary McLeod Bethune
High School: Towers
Location Information
Directions: From I-20 East, take Exit 66 Columbia Drive/Decatur. Turn left on Columbia Dr SE continue for about a mile. Turn right onto Columbia Court SE, followed by an immediate left onto Columbia Circle SE. Follow the road around, and you’ll find 1617 Columbia on left
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Public Transportation
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,365
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 186 06 014
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Peachcrest Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
2/10
Towers High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
1/10
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