Welcome to 1761 Coventry Road, a wonderful 4 bedroom 3 bath family home that is much larger than it looks from the street and offers spaciousness and coziness all in one. A charming 1948 Druid Hills Bungalow, it is nestled just a block away from Fernbank Elementary and less than a mile from Emory University's entrance and Emory Village. Downtown Decatur is a quick walk or drive. This single-level living home offers comfortable living with its , a sunroom/office, a separate living room with a fireplace, an inviting dining room, a spacious great room boasting a vaulted ceiling, and a snug flex space or keeping room. The residence showcases hardwood flooring throughout, adorned by crown molding and plantation shutters adding to its allure. The generously sized primary bedroom not only features a vaulted ceiling with an upper ledge storage space and a bathroom with a separate tub and shower but also houses an exceptionally large walk-in closet(with California Closet built ins). An additional three well-proportioned bedrooms are thoughtfully laid out, ideal for a growing family or a well-suited roommate arrangement. Overlooking the great room, the kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances and pristine white quartz countertops, creates a seamless space for entertaining. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof, newly refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior and exterior paint, and HVAC system and ductwork that's under a year old. Abundant storage options include a spacious attic. The beautiful front yard offers plush green grass, a gardeners dream bed with HOSTAS and a Japanese Maple Tree that is absolutely gorgeous in the spring. A nice level driveway provides easy access in and out onto the street. The backyard is fenced with a deck, storage facilities, and a terrace level for a firepit, providing the perfect outdoor setting. A termite inspection has been completed, and a termite letter will be furnished to the new buyer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$301Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Mary Karafotias• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Amy Tozer• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Source:FMLS #7269508
Redfin Estimate
$809,935
$145K since sold in October 2023$2,000 since October
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 10.1% lower than the average sale price ($901K) of 6 comparable homes.
Step into the charming world of this delightful 1948 Druid Hills Bungalow, nestled just a block away from Fernbank Elementary/Science Center and conveniently less than a mile from Emory University's entrance and Emory Village. Enjoy all the shops and restaurants in Downtown Decatur with a quick walk or drive. This single-level abode offers comfortable living with its 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a sunroom/office, a separate living room with a fireplace, an inviting dining room, a spacious great room boasting a vaulted ceiling, and a snug flex space or keeping room. The residence showcases hardwood flooring throughout, except in the bathrooms, adorned by crown molding and plantation shutters adding to its allure. The generously sized primary bedroom not only features a vaulted ceiling and a bathroom with a separate tub and shower but also houses an exceptionally large walk-in closet. An additional three well-proportioned bedrooms are thoughtfully laid out, ideal for a growing family or a well-suited roommate arrangement. Overlooking the great room, the kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances and pristine white quartz countertops, creates a seamless space for entertaining. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof, newly refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior and exterior paint, and HVAC system and ductwork that's under a year old. Abundant storage options include a spacious attic. The beautiful front yard offers plush green grass, a gardeners dream bed with HOSTAS and a Japanese Maple Tree that is absolutely gorgeous in the spring. A nice level driveway provides easy access in and out onto the street. The backyard, is fenced with a deck, storage facilities, and a terrace level for a firepit, providing the perfect outdoor setting. A termite inspection has been completed, and a termite letter will be furnished to the new buyer. If buyer uses Mark Milam and Highland Mortgage for purchase, lender will contribute $1500 towards closing costs.
GAMLS #10196260
Aug 29, 2023
Listing Removed
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Aug 25, 2023
Price Changed
$835,900
$310/sq ft
Aug 23, 2023
Listed
$849,900
$315/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 9, 1994
Sold
$112,000
$42/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 22, 1986
Sold
$85,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,903 (−4.7%)
$93,840 + $169,400
$263,240
2024
$8,290 (+52.1%)
$93,840 + $169,400
$263,240
2023
$5,451 (−7.5%)
$89,960 + $176,040
$266,000
2022
$5,894 (−7.8%)
$38,320 + $153,360
$191,680
2021
$6,393
$38,390 + $174,890
$213,280
2020
$6,399 (+45.3%)
$38,390 + $174,890
$213,280
2019
$4,403 (+0.3%)
$38,320 + $174,960
$213,280
2018
$4,390 (−14.6%)
$38,320 + $92,560
$130,880
2017
$5,141 (+3.4%)
$38,320 + $92,560
$130,880
2016
$4,971 (+16.2%)
$38,320 + $112,840
$151,160
2014
$4,277 (−33.6%)
$38,320 + $97,160
$135,480
2013
$6,440 (+71.5%)
$76,600 + $57,920
$134,520
2012
$3,755 (−13.4%)
$77,320 + $33,200
$110,520
2011
$4,335 (+10.7%)
$36,400 + $89,720
$126,120
2010
$3,916 (+8.3%)
$36,400 + $89,720
$126,120
2008
$3,614
Tax history for 1761 Coventry Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,903 (−4.7%)
$93,840 + $169,400
$263,240
2024
$8,290 (+52.1%)
$93,840 + $169,400
$263,240
2023
$5,451 (−7.5%)
$89,960 + $176,040
$266,000
2022
$5,894 (−7.8%)
$38,320 + $153,360
$191,680
2021
$6,393
$38,390 + $174,890
$213,280
2020
$6,399 (+45.3%)
$38,390 + $174,890
$213,280
2019
$4,403 (+0.3%)
$38,320 + $174,960
$213,280
2018
$4,390 (−14.6%)
$38,320 + $92,560
$130,880
2017
$5,141 (+3.4%)
$38,320 + $92,560
$130,880
2016
$4,971 (+16.2%)
$38,320 + $112,840
$151,160
2014
$4,277 (−33.6%)
$38,320 + $97,160
$135,480
2013
$6,440 (+71.5%)
$76,600 + $57,920
$134,520
2012
$3,755 (−13.4%)
$77,320 + $33,200
$110,520
2011
$4,335 (+10.7%)
$36,400 + $89,720
$126,120
2010
$3,916 (+8.3%)
$36,400 + $89,720
$126,120
2008
$3,614
*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
3
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,436
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 004 06 016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-75
DRUD
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.
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Listing agent: Mimi Karafotias (4042136238)
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