Off Market Jun 2022 for $2.7M

$2,913,861

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $17,890/mo

•

5,540

sq ft

205 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 30030

About this home

This home is where the phrase "Honey, Stop the Car" originated. This 2 story Arlene Dean modern farmhouse, rebuilt + expanded in 2012, is located just around the corner from the restaurants + shops of Oakhurst Village. Situated on half an acre; this sizable property boasts an attached 2 car garage, spacious gym, playroom, office, screened porch, formal dining, bonus family room, in ground pool, 1 bed 1 bath carriage/pool house, and oh so much more. Eric Rawlings' architecture provides a plethora of porches from front to back, open concept kitchen + living, soaring 2nd floor cathedral ceilings, wraparound rooftop balcony, well planned bedroom layout, and 2 fireplaces. Chef's kitchen was renovated in 2018 to include a large butcher block island, built in ice maker, wine storage, beverage sink, custom hood vent, high end appliances + butler's pantry. One guest bed and bath on the main plus 4 beds + 3 baths up. Primary bedroom includes cathedral ceilings, access to back patio, ensuite with separate vanities, seamless glass shower, + soaking tub. Upstairs rocking chair front porch with dining table is perfect for evenings enjoying family, neighbors, + a good spring breeze. Bright open gym may even make you actually want to work out! Carriage/Pool house has one bedroom upstairs with full bath on the main plus an open concept kitchen + living room that opens poolside. Fenced outdoor oasis transports you to a resort-like atmosphere. Professional landscaping with irrigation system boasts producing peach + fig trees, blueberry bushes, and plenty of open yard space to play with a treehouse and swing! Gunite PebbleTec heated pool has swim shelf and electric cover with safety locking switch. This is truly a special property in an amazing location. City of Decatur schools. Welcome home to Oakhurst!

Single-familyProperty Type

1946Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

$526Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jamie Walzer • EXP Realty, LLC.

Bought with Timothy Cox • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta

Source:FMLS #7049087

Redfin Estimate

$2,913,861

$164K since sold in June 2022$8,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 90% higher than the average sale price ($1.53M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$1,550,000
A
5 beds4 baths3,362 sq ft
143 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$1,288,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,751 sq ft
120 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD MAR 16, 2026
$1,850,000
C
4 beds5.5 baths5,308 sq ft
530 Oakview Rd, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$2,100,000
D
6 beds4.5 baths3,968 sq ft
523 Mckoy St, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$1,550,000
E
6 beds5.5 baths3,535 sq ft
401 Ansley St, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$866,000
F
5 beds3 baths2,495 sq ft
48 Spence Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30317

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Market trends in 30030, GA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$692K

$29K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

2 days MoM

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17 MoM

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Sale history for 205 Maxwell St

Date

Event

Price

FMLS #7049087

Jun 3, 2022

Sold

$2,750,000

$496/sq ft

May 22, 2022

Contingent

—

May 18, 2022

Listed

$2,100,000

$379/sq ft

GAMLS #20042298

Jun 3, 2022

Sold

$2,750,000

$496/sq ft

May 22, 2022

Pending

—

May 18, 2022

Listed

$2,100,000

$379/sq ft

This home is where the phrase "Honey, Stop the Car" originated. 2 story Arlene Dean modern farmhouse located just around the corner from the restaurants + shops of Oakhurst Village. Situated on half an acre; this sizable property boasts an attached 2 car garage, spacious gym, playroom, office, screened porch, formal dining, bonus family room, in ground pool, 1 bed 1 bath carriage/pool house, and oh so much more. Eric Rawlings' architecture provides a plethora of porches from front to back, open concept kitchen + living, soaring 2nd floor cathedral ceilings, wraparound rooftop balcony, well planned bedroom layout, and 2 fireplaces. Chef's kitchen was renovated in 2018 to include a large butcher block island, built in ice maker, wine storage, beverage sink, custom hood vent, high end appliances + butler's pantry. One guest bed and bath on the main plus 4 beds + 3 baths up. Primary bedroom includes cathedral ceilings, access to back patio, ensuite with separate vanities, seamless glass shower, + soaking tub. Upstairs rocking chair front porch with dining table is perfect for evenings enjoying family, neighbors, + a good spring breeze. Bright open gym may even make you actually want to work out! Carriage/Pool house has one bedroom upstairs with full bath on the main plus an open concept kitchen + living room that opens poolside. Fenced outdoor oasis transports you to a resort-like atmosphere. Professional landscaping with irrigation system boasts producing peach + fig trees, blueberry bushes, and plenty of open yard space to play with a treehouse and swing! Gunite PebbleTec heated pool has swim shelf and electric cover with safety locking switch. This is truly a special property in an amazing location. City of Decatur schools. Welcome home to Oakhurst!

Public Records

Dec 30, 2011

Sold

$355,000

$64/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 7, 2007

Sold

$318,000

$57/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 14, 1998

Sold

$129,900

$23/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 15, 1997

Sold

$45,000

$8/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$47,763 (+111.9%)

$99,760 + $1,030,720

$1,130,480

2024

$22,536 (+0.4%)

$99,760 + $1,030,720

$1,130,480

2023

$22,448 (−0.8%)

$99,760 + $982,880

$1,082,640

2022

$22,637 (+27.3%)

$39,408 + $453,192

$492,600

2021

$17,789 (+1.8%)

$39,880 + $452,720

$492,600

2020

$17,481 (+3.5%)

$39,880 + $452,720

$492,600

2019

$16,894 (+9.4%)

$39,880 + $349,280

$389,160

2018

$15,441 (−16.9%)

$39,880 + $322,840

$362,720

2017

$18,588 (+64.4%)

$39,880 + $322,840

$362,720

2016

$11,303 (+165.8%)

$39,880 + $320,280

$360,160

2014

$4,253 (−3.1%)

$39,880 + $319,040

$358,920

2013

$4,390 (+5.5%)

$39,884 + $82,396

$122,280

2011

$4,159 (+211.8%)

$40,000 + $82,280

$122,280

2010

$1,334 (+1.9%)

$39,987 + $82,293

$122,280

2008

$1,310

Tax history for 205 Maxwell St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$47,763 (+111.9%)

$99,760 + $1,030,720

$1,130,480

2024

$22,536 (+0.4%)

$99,760 + $1,030,720

$1,130,480

2023

$22,448 (−0.8%)

$99,760 + $982,880

$1,082,640

2022

$22,637 (+27.3%)

$39,408 + $453,192

$492,600

2021

$17,789 (+1.8%)

$39,880 + $452,720

$492,600

2020

$17,481 (+3.5%)

$39,880 + $452,720

$492,600

2019

$16,894 (+9.4%)

$39,880 + $349,280

$389,160

2018

$15,441 (−16.9%)

$39,880 + $322,840

$362,720

2017

$18,588 (+64.4%)

$39,880 + $322,840

$362,720

2016

$11,303 (+165.8%)

$39,880 + $320,280

$360,160

2014

$4,253 (−3.1%)

$39,880 + $319,040

$358,920

2013

$4,390 (+5.5%)

$39,884 + $82,396

$122,280

2011

$4,159 (+211.8%)

$40,000 + $82,280

$122,280

2010

$1,334 (+1.9%)

$39,987 + $82,293

$122,280

2008

$1,310

*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

Baths

5.5

Stories

1.7

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.48 Acres

Year renovated

2020

Sq. Ft.

5,328

Year built

1946

Style

Single Family Residential

County

DeKalb County

APN

15 213 03 094

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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Parking: 4
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
Open Parking: Yes

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Separate His/Hers,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub,Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan,Split Bedroom Plan

Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Outside
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Stone

Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain,Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry Walk-In,Stone Counters,View to Family Room,Wine Rack
Dining Room Features: Butlers Pantry,Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Living Room, Media Room
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick Front, Cement Siding
Exterior Features: Balcony, Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Privacy, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Rooftop, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
Other Structures: Carriage House, Garage(s), Other
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier, Irrigation Equipment
Green Energy Efficient: Lighting, Thermostat, Windows

Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
TaxLegalDescription: 95 X 246 X 98 X 247 . . .. . . .0.54AC TRACT 22-DEC-05 .43AC 85 X 246 X 73 X ...

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Forced Air
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur

Location Information
Directions: From Oakhurst Village (corner of E Lake and Oakview) travel south on Oakview, turn right on Maxwell, home is on the right.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA

Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,328
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 213 03 094

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026

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Schools

Fifth Avenue Elementary School

Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

9/10

Beacon Hill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

9/10

Decatur High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Decatur is one of the few areas on this list where car-optional living is realistic — MARTA runs directly through downtown, and the square itself is genuinely walkable.
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DeKalb County offers diverse lifestyles, from established communities like Decatur and Avondale Estates to suburban neighborhoods throughout North and East DeKalb. Known for its culture, dining, green spaces, and MARTA access, DeKalb attracts buyers...
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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

5/10 Wind Factor

26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

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$2.77M – $3.35M

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Home values near 205 Maxwell St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
237 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1730 Sq. Ft.	$668,442
134 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1764 Sq. Ft.	$898,780

Address	Redfin Estimate
229 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1689 Sq. Ft.	$653,394
148 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3593 Sq. Ft.	$1,611,386

Address	Redfin Estimate
140 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 4373 Sq. Ft.	$1,966,949
144 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 4297 Sq. Ft.	$1,955,901

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