Walk to Downtown Decatur. Gracious foyer welcomes you to this three bedroom and two-and-a-half bath charmer. Living room with large windows features a handsome fireplace and leads to a separate formal dining room. Spacious eat-in kitchen with upgraded cabinetry and stainless steel appliances provides ample storage. Owner's suite on the main level offers a walk-in closet and private bathroom. Upstairs features two large bedrooms and a full bath. Enjoy peace and quiet on the courtyard and patio off of the kitchen. The low maintenance lawn and two car garage are a plus!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
2 car garageParking
Listed by Natalie Gregory• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with CYNTHIA BAER• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Source:FMLS #5253702
Redfin Estimate
$715,734
$276K since sold in April 2014$0 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 4.1% higher than the average sale price ($687K) of 6 comparable homes.
Walk to Downtown Decatur. Gracious foyer welcomes you to this three bedroom and two-and-a-half bath charmer. Living room with large windows features a handsome fireplace and leads to a separate formal dining room. Spacious eat-in kitchen with upgraded cabinetry and stainless steel appliances provides ample storage. Owner s suite on the main level offers a walk-in closet and private bathroom. Upstairs features two large bedrooms and a full bath. Enjoy peace and quiet on the courtyard and patio off of the kitchen. The low maintenance lawn and two car garage are a plus!
Public Records
Aug 12, 2002
Sold
$300,000
Public Records
Jun 16, 1999
Sold
$235,000
Public Records
Nov 6, 1996
Sold
$150,500
Public Records
Aug 1, 1989
Sold
$138,000
Public Records
Mar 1, 1985
Sold
$84,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,293 (+12.9%)
$79,440 + $163,400
$242,840
2024
$9,118 (−45.4%)
$79,440 + $163,400
$242,840
2023
$16,688 (+75.0%)
$79,440 + $135,960
$215,400
2022
$9,536 (−46.2%)
$79,440 + $104,000
$183,440
2021
$17,737 (+114.1%)
$33,440 + $164,440
$197,880
2020
$8,284 (+6.1%)
$33,440 + $164,440
$197,880
2019
$7,808 (+8.2%)
$33,440 + $145,360
$178,800
2018
$7,219 (−9.0%)
$33,440 + $136,000
$169,440
2017
$7,930 (+91.1%)
$33,440 + $136,000
$169,440
2016
$4,149 (+21.2%)
$33,440 + $126,000
$159,440
2014
$3,422 (−0.2%)
$33,440 + $122,720
$156,160
2013
$3,428 (+418.8%)
$33,436 + $90,804
$124,240
2012
$661 (−82.0%)
$69,440 + $54,800
$124,240
2011
$3,667 (+509.4%)
$32,920 + $91,320
$124,240
2010
$602 (+12.9%)
$32,910 + $91,330
$124,240
2008
$533
Tax history for 215 Northern Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,293 (+12.9%)
$79,440 + $163,400
$242,840
2024
$9,118 (−45.4%)
$79,440 + $163,400
$242,840
2023
$16,688 (+75.0%)
$79,440 + $135,960
$215,400
2022
$9,536 (−46.2%)
$79,440 + $104,000
$183,440
2021
$17,737 (+114.1%)
$33,440 + $164,440
$197,880
2020
$8,284 (+6.1%)
$33,440 + $164,440
$197,880
2019
$7,808 (+8.2%)
$33,440 + $145,360
$178,800
2018
$7,219 (−9.0%)
$33,440 + $136,000
$169,440
2017
$7,930 (+91.1%)
$33,440 + $136,000
$169,440
2016
$4,149 (+21.2%)
$33,440 + $126,000
$159,440
2014
$3,422 (−0.2%)
$33,440 + $122,720
$156,160
2013
$3,428 (+418.8%)
$33,436 + $90,804
$124,240
2012
$661 (−82.0%)
$69,440 + $54,800
$124,240
2011
$3,667 (+509.4%)
$32,920 + $91,320
$124,240
2010
$602 (+12.9%)
$32,910 + $91,330
$124,240
2008
$533
*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
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,714
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 245 01 153
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
RS-17
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide for single-family residential development at a density not to exceed 17 units per acre.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Lower Level, In Kitchen
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain,Eat-in Kitchen
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Living Room
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Frame
Exterior Features: Garden, Gas Grill
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Clairemont
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Take E. Ponce de Leon to downtown Decatur. Veer left on Northern Avenue at the light right after the post office.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Playground, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,714
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 245 01 153
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Clairemont Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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