Prime 2.7-Acre Opportunity in South Decatur – Subdividable Lot! Discover an exceptional development opportunity in the heart of South Decatur! This 2.7-acre property offers a rare combination of size, location, and flexibility, making it ideal for builders, investors, or buyers looking to create a private estate. The lot features gentle topography and mature trees, providing a natural buffer and beautiful setting for new construction. Zoned for residential use, this parcel offers the potential to subdivide (buyer to verify with DeKalb County planning) — perfect for multiple new homes or a single expansive homestead. Located just minutes from downtown Decatur, East Lake, and I-285, this property combines convenience with privacy. Bring your vision and explore the possibilities this unique South Decatur acreage has to offer! ?? Highlights: 2.7 acres with development potential Ability to subdivide (verify with county) Convenient access to East Lake, Downtown Decatur, and major highways Mature trees and gentle terrain Rare large parcel inside the perimeter
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
2.7 acresLot Size
$186Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by JASON TOPPING• Keller Knapp
Bought with Stephen Amoako• Virtual Properties Realty.Net, LLC.
Source:FMLS #7661344
Redfin Estimate
$249,162
$57K since sold in December 2025$3,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 27.3% higher than the average sale price ($196K) of 6 comparable homes.
Prime 2.7-Acre Opportunity in South Decatur - Subdividable Lot! Discover an exceptional development opportunity in the heart of South Decatur! This 2.7-acre property offers a rare combination of size, location, and flexibility, making it ideal for builders, investors, or buyers looking to create a private estate. The lot features gentle topography and mature trees, providing a natural buffer and beautiful setting for new construction. Zoned for residential use, this parcel offers the potential to subdivide (buyer to verify with DeKalb County planning) - perfect for multiple new homes or a single expansive homestead. Located just minutes from downtown Decatur, East Lake, and I-285, this property combines convenience with privacy. Bring your vision and explore the possibilities this unique South Decatur acreage has to offer! ?? Highlights: 2.7 acres with development potential Ability to subdivide (verify with county) Convenient access to East Lake, Downtown Decatur, and major highways Mature trees and gentle terrain Rare large parcel inside the perimeter
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,642 (+3.8%)
$13,880 + $59,680
$73,560
2024
$3,509 (+2.5%)
$13,880 + $59,680
$73,560
2023
$3,425 (+61.7%)
$13,840 + $56,800
$70,640
2022
$2,118 (+5.3%)
$5,440 + $35,680
$41,120
2021
$2,011 (+0.6%)
$5,440 + $33,240
$38,680
2020
$1,998 (−18.4%)
$5,440 + $33,240
$38,680
2019
$2,448 (+185.1%)
$23,560 + $25,080
$48,640
2018
$858 (+32.8%)
$7,280 + $5,120
$12,400
2017
$646 (−34.2%)
$7,280 + $5,120
$12,400
2016
$982 (+49.0%)
$4,040 + $11,120
$15,160
2014
$659
$4,040 + $12,840
$16,880
2013
$659 (+99.9%)
$4,080 + $3,560
$7,640
2012
$330 (−55.4%)
$4,080 + $3,560
$7,640
2011
$740 (−40.8%)
$4,080 + $5,520
$9,600
2010
$1,250 (+1.5%)
$4,080 + $19,280
$23,360
2008
$1,231
Tax history for 1942 Columbia Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,642 (+3.8%)
$13,880 + $59,680
$73,560
2024
$3,509 (+2.5%)
$13,880 + $59,680
$73,560
2023
$3,425 (+61.7%)
$13,840 + $56,800
$70,640
2022
$2,118 (+5.3%)
$5,440 + $35,680
$41,120
2021
$2,011 (+0.6%)
$5,440 + $33,240
$38,680
2020
$1,998 (−18.4%)
$5,440 + $33,240
$38,680
2019
$2,448 (+185.1%)
$23,560 + $25,080
$48,640
2018
$858 (+32.8%)
$7,280 + $5,120
$12,400
2017
$646 (−34.2%)
$7,280 + $5,120
$12,400
2016
$982 (+49.0%)
$4,040 + $11,120
$15,160
2014
$659
$4,040 + $12,840
$16,880
2013
$659 (+99.9%)
$4,080 + $3,560
$7,640
2012
$330 (−55.4%)
$4,080 + $3,560
$7,640
2011
$740 (−40.8%)
$4,080 + $5,520
$9,600
2010
$1,250 (+1.5%)
$4,080 + $19,280
$23,360
2008
$1,231
*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
2.7 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,338
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 166 01 010
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
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Other
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Other
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Garage
Kitchen Features: Other
Dining Room Features: None
Room Type: Den
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,338
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Awning(s)
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Snapfinger
Middle Or Junior School: Columbia - Dekalb
High School: Columbia
Location Information
Directions: GPS is wonderful. Corner of Columbia and Snapfinger.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,338
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 166 01 010
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Snapfinger Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
2/10
Columbia Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
3/10
Columbia High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
2/10
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