Welcome to 2171 Lilac Lane, a charming brick ranch nestled on a spacious lot in the heart of Decatur. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers timeless appeal with a functional single-level layout and endless potential to make it your own. Inside, you'll find comfortable living spaces filled with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The expansive backyard provides plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, pets, or future outdoor enhancements. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, investor, or someone looking for a property to personalize, this home presents a fantastic opportunity. Conveniently located just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, major highways, and downtown Decatur, you'll enjoy easy access to everything the area has to offer while still appreciating the quiet feel of an established neighborhood. Don't miss the chance to unlock the potential of this classic Decatur home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$163Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Andre Unthank• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 404-262-1234
Bought with Bridget Rigdon• Coldwell Banker Realty
Source:FMLS #7812490
Redfin Estimate
$174,254
$5,746 since sold in September 2026$4,000 since September
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 5.7% lower than the average sale price ($185K) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $1,694 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2171 Lilac Ln
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7812490
Sep 15, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 14, 2026
Sold
$180,000
$163/sq ft
Aug 10, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 30, 2026
Listed
$178,000
$161/sq ft
GAMLS #10815423
Sep 14, 2026
Sold
$180,000
$163/sq ft
Aug 10, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 30, 2026
Listed
$178,000
$161/sq ft
Welcome to 2171 Lilac Lane, a charming brick ranch nestled on a spacious lot in the heart of Decatur. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers timeless appeal with a functional single-level layout and endless potential to make it your own. Inside, you'll find comfortable living spaces filled with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The expansive backyard provides plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, pets, or future outdoor enhancements. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, investor, or someone looking for a property to personalize, this home presents a fantastic opportunity. Conveniently located just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, major highways, and downtown Decatur, you'll enjoy easy access to everything the area has to offer while still appreciating the quiet feel of an established neighborhood. Don't miss the chance to unlock the potential of this classic Decatur home!
Public Records
Jan 13, 2004
Sold
$87,000
$79/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 8, 2001
Sold
$76,900
$69/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 4, 1990
Sold
$22,600
$20/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 1986
Sold
$42,500
$38/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1983
Sold
$30,267
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,253 (+0.2%)
$25,240 + $52,360
$77,600
2024
$3,247 (+1.7%)
$25,240 + $52,360
$77,600
2023
$3,191 (+17.0%)
$16,010 + $48,030
$64,040
2022
$2,728 (−4.0%)
$16,000 + $48,040
$64,040
2021
$2,841 (+11.8%)
$16,000 + $41,000
$57,000
2020
$2,541 (+9.1%)
$16,000 + $41,000
$57,000
2019
$2,328 (+30.8%)
$16,000 + $29,320
$45,320
2018
$1,780 (−7.8%)
$16,000 + $16,760
$32,760
2017
$1,932 (+21.5%)
$16,000 + $16,760
$32,760
2016
$1,590 (+44.2%)
$3,200 + $25,120
$28,320
2014
$1,103 (+27.5%)
$3,200 + $19,840
$23,040
2013
$865
$3,200 + $8,400
$11,600
2012
$866 (−8.6%)
$3,200 + $8,400
$11,600
2011
$947 (−45.6%)
$3,200 + $10,480
$13,680
2010
$1,741 (−14.9%)
$9,140 + $25,820
$34,960
2008
$2,044
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,107
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 148 02 114
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 13, 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: 1
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Carport, Driveway, On Street
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Kitchen
Kitchen Features: Stone Counters
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Living Room
Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,107
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: PB 21 PG 40 Described in deed book 15703, page 316 of the land records of the above county.
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Ronald E McNair
Middle Or Junior School: McNair - Dekalb
High School: McNair
Location Information
Directions: Head south on 2nd Ave. Turn onto Camellia Dr. Turn onto Lilac Ln. Continue to 2171 Lilac Ln, which will be on your left.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Park, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,107
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 148 02 114
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
McNair Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Mcnair High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
2/10
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