This Charming City of Decatur Home is arguably the best value in the district! Back on the market because buyer got cold feet and never inspected. Located on a quiet street, best features include a finished daylight basement, newer architectural roof(2015), renovated master bath(2018), windows(2016), H2O heater(2017), updated 2nd bath(2015), shed(2016), newer kitchen appliances, deck & patio, plus a laundry room with washer/dryer included. Located just a short distance to Downtown Decatur, Suburban Plaza, Whole Foods, Dekalb F. M., Emory/CDC, VA Hospital, Etc.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$700Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by ANDREW GILBERT• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Maria Skillas• Compass
Source:FMLS #6627240
Redfin Estimate
$537,808
$162K since sold in January 2020$12K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 22.5% lower than the average sale price ($694K) of 6 comparable homes.
This Charming City of Decatur home is arguably the best value in the district! Back on the market because buyer got cold feet and never inspected. Located on a quiet street, best features include a finished daylight, walk-out basement, newer architectural roof(2015), renovated master bath(2018), windows(2016), H2O heater(2017), updated 2nd bath(2015), shed(2016), newer kitchen appliances, deck & patio, plus a laundry room with washer/dryer included. Located just a short distance to Downtown Decatur, Suburban Plaza, Whole Foods, Dekalb F. M., Emory/CDC, VA Hospital, Etc. All of this and City of Decatur Schools too!
Public Records
Mar 18, 2013
Sold
$229,000
$298/sq ft
GAMLS #7032054
Mar 29, 2013
Price Changed
$229,000
$298/sq ft
Mar 8, 2013
Pending
—
Mar 8, 2013
Sold
$229,000
$298/sq ft
Jan 25, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jan 24, 2013
Price Changed
$234,900
$306/sq ft
Jan 2, 2013
Listed
$234,900
$306/sq ft
CHARMING 3/2 BUNGALOW LOCATED ON ONE OF THE BEST STREETS IN DECATUR. WALK TO EVERYTHING. HOME HAS BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD FLOORS, NICE KITCHEN WITH ACCESS TO BACK DECK. GREAT LANDSCAPED YARD FOR ENTERTAINING, FULL FINISHED BASEMENT WITH OUTSIDE ACCESS AND SCREENED IN PATIO. THIS IS A MUST SEE AND WON'T LAST LONG.
FMLS #5094890
Mar 14, 2013
Price Changed
$229,000
$298/sq ft
Mar 14, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Mar 8, 2013
Price Changed
$234,900
$306/sq ft
Mar 8, 2013
Sold
$229,000
$298/sq ft
Feb 3, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 25, 2013
Contingent
—
Jan 2, 2013
Listed
$234,900
$306/sq ft
GAMLS #3181936
Jun 1, 2012
Listing Removed
—
May 4, 2012
Price Changed
$239,000
$311/sq ft
Apr 16, 2012
Price Changed
$245,000
$319/sq ft
Feb 24, 2012
Price Changed
$250,000
$326/sq ft
Feb 2, 2012
Listed
$260,000
$339/sq ft
FMLS #3403159
Jun 15, 2007
Sold
$242,500
$316/sq ft
Jan 15, 2007
Listed
$255,000
$332/sq ft
Public Records
May 29, 1997
Sold
$98,500
$128/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 5, 1996
Sold
$73,900
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 7, 1991
Sold
$46,400
$60/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 1988
Sold
$57,000
$74/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 7, 1982
Sold
$44,100
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,051 (+17.1%)
$85,075 + $94,925
$180,000
2024
$8,581 (−43.9%)
$85,075 + $94,925
$180,000
2023
$15,303 (+69.7%)
$84,160 + $118,400
$202,560
2022
$9,018 (−41.2%)
$50,720 + $119,280
$170,000
2021
$15,331 (+143.0%)
$26,280 + $124,120
$150,400
2020
$6,309 (+7.7%)
$26,280 + $124,120
$150,400
2019
$5,859 (+3.2%)
$21,440 + $112,280
$133,720
2018
$5,675 (−5.2%)
$21,440 + $112,280
$133,720
2017
$5,985 (+135.6%)
$21,440 + $112,280
$133,720
2016
$2,540 (+23.1%)
$21,440 + $70,160
$91,600
2014
$2,064 (−24.2%)
$21,440 + $70,160
$91,600
2013
$2,722 (+198.1%)
$21,420 + $50,860
$72,280
2012
$913 (−65.6%)
$50,440 + $21,840
$72,280
2011
$2,653 (+236.4%)
$21,400 + $50,880
$72,280
2010
$789 (+1.9%)
$21,400 + $50,880
$72,280
2008
$774
Tax history for 166 Ridgeland Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,051 (+17.1%)
$85,075 + $94,925
$180,000
2024
$8,581 (−43.9%)
$85,075 + $94,925
$180,000
2023
$15,303 (+69.7%)
$84,160 + $118,400
$202,560
2022
$9,018 (−41.2%)
$50,720 + $119,280
$170,000
2021
$15,331 (+143.0%)
$26,280 + $124,120
$150,400
2020
$6,309 (+7.7%)
$26,280 + $124,120
$150,400
2019
$5,859 (+3.2%)
$21,440 + $112,280
$133,720
2018
$5,675 (−5.2%)
$21,440 + $112,280
$133,720
2017
$5,985 (+135.6%)
$21,440 + $112,280
$133,720
2016
$2,540 (+23.1%)
$21,440 + $70,160
$91,600
2014
$2,064 (−24.2%)
$21,440 + $70,160
$91,600
2013
$2,722 (+198.1%)
$21,420 + $50,860
$72,280
2012
$913 (−65.6%)
$50,440 + $21,840
$72,280
2011
$2,653 (+236.4%)
$21,400 + $50,880
$72,280
2010
$789 (+1.9%)
$21,400 + $50,880
$72,280
2008
$774
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
768
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 007 05 032
Parking Spaces
0
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Views, Green
Last updated by owner on Jun 4, 2025.
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 Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, On Street
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Roommate Floor Plan,Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Basement, Laundry Room, Lower Level
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Ownership: Fee Simple
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation, Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
Waterfront Features: Creek
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Glennwood
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Decatur Take E. Ponce de Leon Avenue going East towards Avondale MARTA, then take a left at traffic light on Sycamore Drive, then take 2nd left on Ridgeland Avenue and 166 Ridgeland Avenue will be halfway down street on the left side.
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 768
Stories: 1.2
Parking Spaces: 0
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 007 05 032
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views, Green
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 4, 2025
Around this home
Schools
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
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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