Welcome to this handsome and inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo located in the heart of the City of Decatur, GA. Are you looking for the best value in the most walkable city in Georgia? Find this amazing gem of a community nestled in the heart of the city and zoned for top-notch City Schools of Decatur. Unit 205 is on the "best" side of the building which offers 200 more square feet than the comparable units on the other side. At Ridley Howard House you will live just steps away from restaurants, retail shops, and green spaces like the 8-acre Woodland Gardens just across the street. And the YMCA is one block away with indoor pool. Featuring a thoughtful layout with two true primary suites, separated by the living room and kitchen plus generous dining area, this space works for a wide range of living styles, and anyone seeking both privacy and convenience. A gas burning fireplace makes for a cozy living room that is open to the kitchen breakfast bar and dining room. A generous laundry and pantry room are located just off the kitchen and there is a ton of closet storage. This home has been refreshed with brand new elegant luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout that allows for ease of maintenance and sound control. BRAND new water heater, two year old HVAC system and a well-maintained interior make for a move-in ready home you can start fully enjoying right away. Enjoy an open, airy living space that flows seamlessly to a private balcony that is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful natural surroundings. The unit includes two assigned parking spots in a secure garage as well as a private storage unit for added convenience. Community amenities include a beautifully maintained fenced-in pool, landscaped garden paths, and a resident clubhouse with a full kitchen. HOA fees cover internet, water and cable tv! Located in a quiet, gated community within the City of Decatur school district, this home is walkable to downtown Decatur and just minutes from Emory University, the CDC, and downtown Atlanta. Easy access to major highways, MARTA, and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport makes commuting a breeze.
Clairemont-Great Lakes, located between Downtown Decatur and Emory University, is a residential and park-adjacent Decatur neighborhood with mid-century ranch homes and wooded creek corridors. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Clairmont Road corridor near Mason Mill Park, where trailheads, ballfields, and a steady flow of walkers set the daily rhythm. Streets curve through mature tree canopy, with brick-and-frame houses and occasional contemporary infill. Lullwater Preserve and the South Peachtree Creek Trail lend a tucked-away, outdoors-first feel. Community touchstones include the Decatur Book Festival in nearby downtown, the DeKalb History Center, and the live stages at Eddie’s Attic.
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Market insights
205 Ridley Howard Ct · $299,900
DAYS ON MARKET
85 days
The average home goes pending in 77 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
95.4%
Most homes are selling 5% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$299,900
Median sale price in this area is $254,768. (15% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Bookcases
Great room
One level
1 gas-log fireplace
1 common wall
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms (both on main level)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms (main level)
Kitchen
Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Refrigerator
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Laundry in hall
Flooring
Vinyl
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air
Ceiling fan(s)
Exterior features
Patio
Double pane windows
In-ground pool
Corner lot
Clubhouse
Gated community
Pool in community
Sidewalks
Street lights
Near public transport
Walk to schools
Near shopping
Home design
Mid-rise condominium
Attached property
Resale
Built in 1984
Parking
2 parking spaces
Attached garage with storage and side/rear entrance
Assigned parking
Security
Gated community
Community security included in association services
Construction
Brick construction
Composition roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric (220 volts)
Cable available
Electricity available
HOA & community
Community association (fee listed as $0)
Association covers maintenance of structure and grounds, management fee, pest control, sewer, water, trash, security, reserve fund, and access to swimming
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to this handsome and inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo located in the heart of the City of Decatur, GA. Are you looking for the best value in the most walkable city in Georgia? Find this amazing gem of a community nestled in the heart of the city and zoned for top-notch City Schools of Decatur. Unit 205 is on the "best" side of the building which offers 200 more square feet than the comparable units on the other side. At Ridley Howard House you will live just steps away from restaurants, retail shops, and green spaces like the 8-acre Woodland Gardens just across the street. And the YMCA is one block away with indoor pool. Featuring a thoughtful layout with two true primary suites, separated by the living room and kitchen plus generous dining area, this space works for a wide range of living styles, and anyone seeking both privacy and convenience. A gas burning fireplace makes for a cozy living room that is open to the kitchen breakfast bar and dining room. A generous laundry and pantry room are located just off the kitchen and there is a ton of closet storage. This home has been refreshed with brand new elegant luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout that allows for ease of maintenance and sound control. BRAND new water heater, two year old HVAC system and a well-maintained interior make for a move-in ready home you can start fully enjoying right away. Enjoy an open, airy living space that flows seamlessly to a private balcony that is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful natural surroundings. The unit includes two assigned parking spots in a secure garage as well as a private storage unit for added convenience. Community amenities include a beautifully maintained fenced-in pool, landscaped garden paths, and a resident clubhouse with a full kitchen. HOA fees cover internet, water and cable tv! Located in a quiet, gated community within the City of Decatur school district, this home is walkable to downtown Decatur and just minutes from Emory University, the CDC, and downtown Atlanta. Easy access to major highways, MARTA, and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport makes commuting a breeze.
GAMLS #10809749
Oct 14, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 14, 2026
Price Changed
$299,900
$209/sq ft
Jul 11, 2026
Listed
$320,000
$223/sq ft
GAMLS #8053004
Sep 15, 2016
Sold
$215,000
$150/sq ft
Aug 19, 2016
Pending
—
Aug 15, 2016
Listed
$215,000
$150/sq ft
Great location! Walking distance to downtown Decatur and easy access to the Emory shuttle. One-level living in a spacious two bedroom, two bath condo with covered parking, balcony, pool and common room access. Gas fireplace, side-by-side washer and dryer and plenty of guest parking. Welcome home!
Public Records
May 1, 2014
Sold
$164,500
$115/sq ft
GAMLS #7194269
May 15, 2014
Price Changed
$164,500
$115/sq ft
Apr 22, 2014
Sold
$164,500
$115/sq ft
Mar 18, 2014
Pending
—
Mar 17, 2014
Relisted
—
Mar 16, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Mar 13, 2014
Relisted
—
Mar 13, 2014
Price Changed
$174,900
$122/sq ft
Mar 11, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Feb 4, 2014
Price Changed
$174,900
$122/sq ft
Dec 10, 2013
Listed
$179,900
$126/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 18, 2008
Sold
$170,000
$119/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 5, 1987
Sold
$86,000
$60/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 1, 1986
Sold
$2,326,000
$1,624/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,821 (+4.9%)
$30,000 + $114,160
$144,160
2024
$1,737 (+6.4%)
$30,000 + $114,160
$144,160
2023
$1,632 (−0.4%)
$30,000 + $108,400
$138,400
2022
$1,639 (+2.6%)
$17,600 + $88,600
$106,200
2021
$1,597 (+1.5%)
$17,600 + $88,600
$106,200
2020
$1,574 (+4.9%)
$17,600 + $88,600
$106,200
2019
$1,501 (+3.6%)
$17,600 + $87,200
$104,800
2018
$1,448 (−3.1%)
$17,600 + $79,840
$97,440
2017
$1,495 (−23.4%)
$17,600 + $79,840
$97,440
2016
$1,952 (+34.3%)
$22,920 + $52,280
$75,200
2014
$1,453 (−0.2%)
$20,064 + $45,720
$65,784
2013
$1,455 (+354.0%)
$22,920 + $44,000
$66,920
2012
$321 (−79.8%)
$22,920 + $44,000
$66,920
2011
$1,586 (+448.2%)
$22,200 + $45,120
$67,320
2010
$289 (+34.5%)
$19,280 + $48,040
$67,320
2008
$215
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1998
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,432
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,432
Year built
1984
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 005 09 018
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
RM-43
Multiple-Family Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide for high-intensity residential use maximum of 43 families per acre. The districts are so located as to encourage multistory elevator apartment development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Public service-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
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
6 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
25% 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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Historical weather
Decatur, GA • 30030
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Decatur. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 205 Ridley Howard Ct
$295,608
$4,292 under list price of $300K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $245K to $550K.