You will love this sweet home in the award-winning City of Decatur school district: a charming ranch with modern updates, a rare double lot, and a large, private backyard. Step inside to find hardwoods throughout, an updated kitchen and bath, and a central office space—perfect for work, your hobbies, or a playroom. Situated on nearly an acre, this property provides plenty of room for an addition (permanent attic stairs make this very doable!). Enjoy the generous back deck, relax in the hot tub, and soak in the peace of your spacious, private backyard. You'll be entertained by the family of barred owls who frequently visit! The owners have taken meticulous care with this property updating mechanicals such as HVAC, plumbing, and more. This turnkey home is a perfect blend of ease and potential. And you can't beat that amazing tree in the front yard!
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.8 acresLot Size
$379Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sara Cowley• Golley Realty Group
Bought with Darka Krsmanovic• Virtual Properties Realty.com
Source:FMLS #7407669
Redfin Estimate
$585,409
$30K since sold in September 2024$8,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 22.2% higher than the average sale price ($479K) of 5 comparable homes.
You will love this sweet home in the award-winning City of Decatur school district: a charming ranch with modern updates, a rare double lot, and a large, private backyard. Step inside to find hardwoods throughout, an updated kitchen and bath, and a central office space-perfect for work, your hobbies, or a playroom. Situated on nearly an acre, this property provides plenty of room for an addition (permanent attic stairs make this very doable!). Enjoy the generous back deck, relax in the hot tub, and soak in the peace of your spacious, private backyard. You'll be entertained by the family of barred owls who frequently visit! The owners have taken meticulous care with this property updating mechanicals such as HVAC, plumbing, and more. This turnkey home is a perfect blend of ease and potential. And you can't beat that amazing tree in the front yard!
FMLS #6921943
Aug 26, 2021
Sold
$580,000
$375/sq ft
Aug 2, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 29, 2021
Listed
$550,000
$356/sq ft
Such a picturesque setting for this jewel box of a home in City of Decatur. Charming original wood floors in the living room, with a cozy fireplace, lead to a sunlight filled dining room. Off the dining room is the perfect space for a home office or playroom. With a brand new HVAC, the roof only 3 years old, the basement waterproofed, and all newer stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, you can move in and not change a thing. But, the attic has permanent stairs, allowing for easy storage, and possible expansion, especially with such a big lot. Enjoy the truly enchanting yard, with a portion fenced off, and the most beautiful tree you have ever seen- seriously, it's gorgeous year round. The deck and hot tub, surrounded by the beautiful landscape, make it feel like a resort. Close to Emory, the CDC and the new, convenient shopping centers- don't miss out on this opportunity to live on this rare, bucolic double lot in City of Decatur.
GAMLS #9023289
Aug 26, 2021
Sold
$580,000
$375/sq ft
Aug 5, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 29, 2021
Listed
$550,000
$356/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 3, 1989
Sold
$3,000
$2/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,232 (+44.5%)
$42,120 + $158,440
$200,560
2024
$7,772 (−45.6%)
$42,120 + $158,440
$200,560
2023
$14,279 (+106.8%)
$35,080 + $150,000
$185,080
2022
$6,906 (+37.3%)
$35,080 + $124,200
$159,280
2021
$5,028 (+71.2%)
$22,800 + $118,760
$141,560
2020
$2,938 (+18.0%)
$22,800 + $118,760
$141,560
2019
$2,489 (−49.9%)
$22,800 + $118,400
$141,200
2018
$4,967 (+10.0%)
$22,800 + $93,520
$116,320
2017
$4,517 (+70.3%)
$22,800 + $93,520
$116,320
2016
$2,653 (+25.1%)
$22,800 + $75,320
$98,120
2014
$2,121 (−0.2%)
$22,800 + $95,760
$118,560
2013
$2,125 (+439.0%)
$22,808 + $54,752
$77,560
2012
$394 (−84.4%)
$50,320 + $27,240
$77,560
2011
$2,521 (+519.4%)
$22,360 + $64,440
$86,800
2010
$407 (+16.6%)
$22,350 + $64,450
$86,800
2008
$349
Tax history for 172 Willow Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,232 (+44.5%)
$42,120 + $158,440
$200,560
2024
$7,772 (−45.6%)
$42,120 + $158,440
$200,560
2023
$14,279 (+106.8%)
$35,080 + $150,000
$185,080
2022
$6,906 (+37.3%)
$35,080 + $124,200
$159,280
2021
$5,028 (+71.2%)
$22,800 + $118,760
$141,560
2020
$2,938 (+18.0%)
$22,800 + $118,760
$141,560
2019
$2,489 (−49.9%)
$22,800 + $118,400
$141,200
2018
$4,967 (+10.0%)
$22,800 + $93,520
$116,320
2017
$4,517 (+70.3%)
$22,800 + $93,520
$116,320
2016
$2,653 (+25.1%)
$22,800 + $75,320
$98,120
2014
$2,121 (−0.2%)
$22,800 + $95,760
$118,560
2013
$2,125 (+439.0%)
$22,808 + $54,752
$77,560
2012
$394 (−84.4%)
$50,320 + $27,240
$77,560
2011
$2,521 (+519.4%)
$22,360 + $64,440
$86,800
2010
$407 (+16.6%)
$22,350 + $64,450
$86,800
2008
$349
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,546
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 050 21 155
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
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: None
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Interior Features: Permanent Attic Stairs
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
TaxLegalDescription: Legal to be emailed with showing appointment
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Clairemont
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Turn on to Willow off Scott Blvd, home on right.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,546
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 050 21 155
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Clairemont Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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