Tucked into one of Decatur's most beloved pockets, this painted brick cottage is the kind of home that makes Winnona Park, Winnona Park. A welcoming front yard and turquoise door greet you, surrounded by mature trees, in a neighborhood where everyone walks everywhere — sidewalks or not. Inside, the home is bright and open from the moment you step in. The main floor flows naturally from a living room anchored by a cozy fireplace, into a dining room framed by a generous bay window, into a classic kitchen with subway tile, quartz counters, and a true pantry. A laundry room sits just off the kitchen. Hardwoods throughout — no carpet anywhere. The open floor plan and a separate sunroom let natural light reach every corner of the house. The main level has a bedroom and a pass-through flex room that easily works as a fourth bedroom or home office, plus a full bath and a half bath for guests. Upstairs, the primary suite is genuinely spacious, with its own en suite bath, joined by a third bedroom. The screened porch with its own fireplace might be the best part, extending the living space into four full seasons. Beyond it: a deep, shaded backyard with a slide built right into the hillside (a kid-and-grandkid dream), a large detached shed for storage or a workshop or a future studio, and room for a garden, a swing set, and a quiet morning coffee. The crawlspace is fully waterproofed — this house has been cared for. The location is the rest of the magic. Steps from Winnona Park Elementary (one of the most loved schools in CSD) and Winnona Park itself. Walkable to Legacy Park, the PATH, Oakhurst, Avondale Estates, downtown Decatur's restaurants and shops, and MARTA. This is the kind of neighborhood where, when people want a different house, they'd rather just move down the street than leave the WiFi district.
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$358Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sara Mosser• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Contact: 404-541-3500
Bought with Kaylee Stewart• Keller Williams Realty Community Partners
Source:FMLS #7762085
Redfin Estimate
$989,407
$99K since sold in June 2026$18K since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 27.5% higher than the average sale price ($776K) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $3,993 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 216 Heatherdown Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7762085
Jun 3, 2026
Sold
$890,000
$358/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Pending
—
May 4, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 30, 2026
Listed
$875,000
$352/sq ft
GAMLS #10753960
Jun 3, 2026
Sold
$890,000
$358/sq ft
May 12, 2026
Pending
—
May 4, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 30, 2026
Listed
$875,000
$352/sq ft
Tucked into one of Decatur's most beloved pockets, this painted brick cottage is the kind of home that makes Winnona Park, Winnona Park. A welcoming front yard and turquoise door greet you, surrounded by mature trees, in a neighborhood where everyone walks everywhere - sidewalks or not. Inside, the home is bright and open from the moment you step in. The main floor flows naturally from a living room anchored by a cozy fireplace, into a dining room framed by a generous bay window, into a classic kitchen with subway tile, quartz counters, and a true pantry. A laundry room sits just off the kitchen. Hardwoods throughout - no carpet anywhere. The open floor plan and a separate sunroom let natural light reach every corner of the house. The main level has a bedroom and a pass-through flex room that easily works as a fourth bedroom or home office, plus a full bath and a half bath for guests. Upstairs, the primary suite is genuinely spacious, with its own en suite bath, joined by a third bedroom. The screened porch with its own fireplace might be the best part, extending the living space into four full seasons. Beyond it: a deep, shaded backyard with a slide built right into the hillside (a kid-and-grandkid dream), a large detached shed for storage or a workshop or a future studio, and room for a garden, a swing set, and a quiet morning coffee. The crawlspace is fully waterproofed - this house has been cared for. The location is the rest of the magic. Steps from Winnona Park Elementary (one of the most loved schools in CSD) and Winnona Park itself. Walkable to Legacy Park, the PATH, Oakhurst, Avondale Estates, downtown Decatur's restaurants and shops, and MARTA. This is the kind of neighborhood where, when people want a different house, they'd rather just move down the street than leave the WiFi district.
GAMLS #8270026
Nov 15, 2017
Sold
$525,000
$211/sq ft
Oct 13, 2017
Pending
—
Oct 9, 2017
Listed
$530,000
$213/sq ft
This home will not last long! An amazing Decatur gem in fantastic neighborhood! LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Great school, High demand Area! Outstanding Decatur city schools. Walking distance to downtown Decatur and parks. THE HEART OF DECATUR!!! Gorgeous granite counter tops in kitchen, updated main floor bathroom, awesome "person cave" in the back of outbuilding constructed in 2013! HUGE PRIVATE BACK YARD TOTALLY FENCED IN- Incredible private lot in the city!
FMLS #5915567
Nov 13, 2017
Sold
$525,000
$211/sq ft
Oct 13, 2017
Pending
—
Oct 5, 2017
Listed
$530,000
$213/sq ft
FMLS #3469847
May 29, 2007
Sold
$390,000
$157/sq ft
Apr 23, 2007
Listed
$399,900
$161/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 19, 1995
Sold
$140,000
$56/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 22, 1988
Sold
$122,500
$49/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 23, 1983
Sold
$66,000
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,831 (+0.3%)
$98,120 + $249,360
$347,480
2024
$11,798 (+4.6%)
$98,120 + $249,360
$347,480
2023
$11,278 (+14.2%)
$98,120 + $183,720
$281,840
2022
$9,872 (−47.0%)
$96,400 + $136,560
$232,960
2021
$18,620 (+91.8%)
$34,080 + $175,360
$209,440
2020
$9,707 (+5.5%)
$34,080 + $175,360
$209,440
2019
$9,204 (+4.7%)
$34,080 + $176,840
$210,920
2018
$8,794 (−1.8%)
$34,080 + $171,840
$205,920
2017
$8,954 (+104.7%)
$34,080 + $171,840
$205,920
2016
$4,375 (+14.8%)
$34,080 + $110,200
$144,280
2014
$3,812 (−0.3%)
$34,080 + $133,360
$167,440
2013
$3,822 (+393.0%)
$34,080 + $110,200
$144,280
2012
$775 (−81.6%)
$96,280 + $48,000
$144,280
2011
$4,218 (+462.3%)
$34,000 + $110,280
$144,280
2010
$750 (+31.2%)
$33,991 + $121,569
$155,560
2008
$572
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,483
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 234 05 026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 4, 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
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Half Baths: 1
# of Upper Level Full Baths: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
# of Upper Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Outside
Interior Features: Crown Molding
Window Features: Wood Frames
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry,Solid Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Open Concept,Separate Dining Room
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Combination
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: PB 12-88
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Winnona Park/Talley Street
Middle Or Junior School: Beacon Hill
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: GPS is accurate
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,483
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1942
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 234 05 026
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
Around this home
43/100 Car-Dependent55/100 Good transit69/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Talley Street Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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