Situated on nearly half ACRE lot, this custom craftsman has the space, character AND location you have been looking for. The front porch with porch swing welcomes you as you enter through the front door; natural sunlight stunningly beams through the array of windows as it highlights the open concept with 10ft ceilings, hardwood floors, tongue & groove pine ceilings, custom window treatments & soapstone fireplace. French doors open to the light-filled office with custom built-in bookshelves. The main floor boasts a large bedroom plus a bonus room tucked away behind sliding barn doors, perfect for playroom or teen hang out space. A Chef & Entertainer’s dream awaits you in the eat-in kitchen, leathered granite countertops, complete with TWO dishwashers, Sub-Zero refrigerator plus separate undercabinet refrigerator, Wolf gas stove, ice maker. Take the entertaining outdoors to your private, screened-in porch overlooking the fenced-in backyard. Enjoy a cup of joe or glass of wine while you watch a rowdy game of cornhole or little legs (2 or 4) run around and play. Head back inside and up the custom steel staircase where you will find 4 BR (2 PRIMARY SUITES), separate laundry room and ample storage space. The oversized primary will take your breath away with vaulted, tongue & groove pine ceilings, extra seating area, two closets (LARGE walk-in). Primary bath has separate vanities, spacious shower and antique clawfoot tub, ready for you to soak the day away. Storage will never be a concern with large detached 2-car garage and ample off-street parking. SHORT walk to downtown Oakhurst, with restaurants, dog park, community pool, brewery and local market all giving you the small-town feel but mere steps to every modern city convenience, including downtown Decatur, East Lake MARTA, downtown Atlanta, CDC & Emory. Minutes to Target, Whole Foods, Sprouts, & more. Quick access to I-20 & I-75/85. This character-filled home offers the perfect layout, hard to find square footage and convenient location - making it the PERFECT place for you to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$439Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Derek Wood• Keller Knapp
Bought with Becky Nguyen• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Source:FMLS #7243966
Redfin Estimate
$1,643,168
$244K since sold in August 2023$13K since July
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This home's estimate is 34.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.22M) of 6 comparable homes.
Situated on nearly half ACRE lot, this custom craftsman has the space, character AND location you have been looking for. The front porch with porch swing welcomes you as you enter through the front door; natural sunlight stunningly beams through the array of windows as it highlights the open concept with 10ft ceilings, hardwood floors, tongue & groove pine ceilings, custom window treatments & soapstone fireplace. French doors open to the light-filled office with custom built-in bookshelves. The main floor boasts a large bedroom plus a bonus room tucked away behind sliding barn doors, perfect for playroom or teen hang out space. A Chef & Entertaineras dream awaits you in the eat-in kitchen, leathered granite countertops, complete with TWO dishwashers, Sub-Zero refrigerator plus separate undercabinet refrigerator, Wolf gas stove, ice maker. Take the entertaining outdoors to your private, screened-in porch overlooking the fenced-in backyard. Enjoy a cup of joe or glass of wine while you watch a rowdy game of cornhole or little legs (2 or 4) run around and play. Head back inside and up the custom steel staircase where you will find 4 BR (2 PRIMARY SUITES), separate laundry room and ample storage space. The oversized primary will take your breath away with vaulted, tongue & groove pine ceilings, extra seating area, two closets (LARGE walk-in). Primary bath has separate vanities, spacious shower and antique clawfoot tub, ready for you to soak the day away. Storage will never be a concern with large detached 2-car garage and ample off-street parking. SHORT walk to downtown Oakhurst, with restaurants, dog park, community pool, brewery and local market all giving you the small-town feel but mere steps to every modern city convenience, including downtown Decatur, East Lake MARTA, downtown Atlanta, CDC & Emory. Minutes to Target, Whole Foods, Sprouts, & more. Quick access to I-20 & I-75/85. This character-filled home offers the perfect layout, hard to find square footage and convenient location - making it the PERFECT place for you to call home.
Public Records
Oct 12, 2006
Sold
$430,000
$115/sq ft
Public Records
May 20, 1993
Sold
$76,500
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,063 (+8.9%)
$99,760 + $471,120
$570,880
2024
$22,092 (+32.2%)
$99,760 + $471,120
$570,880
2023
$16,717 (+1.9%)
$99,760 + $413,960
$513,720
2022
$16,404 (+10.8%)
$71,040 + $293,640
$364,680
2021
$14,808 (+4.4%)
$34,760 + $315,360
$350,120
2020
$14,184 (+3.7%)
$34,760 + $315,360
$350,120
2019
$13,682 (+5.1%)
$34,760 + $281,000
$315,760
2018
$13,024 (+3.6%)
$34,760 + $276,040
$310,800
2017
$12,569 (+84.2%)
$34,760 + $276,040
$310,800
2016
$6,824 (+32.7%)
$34,760 + $264,640
$299,400
2014
$5,142 (−0.3%)
$34,760 + $239,080
$273,840
2013
$5,156 (+379.7%)
$93,680 + $103,080
$196,760
2012
$1,075 (−80.6%)
$93,680 + $103,080
$196,760
2011
$5,545 (+466.6%)
$34,960 + $161,800
$196,760
2010
$979 (−45.6%)
$34,960 + $161,800
$196,760
2008
$1,799
Tax history for 220 2nd Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,063 (+8.9%)
$99,760 + $471,120
$570,880
2024
$22,092 (+32.2%)
$99,760 + $471,120
$570,880
2023
$16,717 (+1.9%)
$99,760 + $413,960
$513,720
2022
$16,404 (+10.8%)
$71,040 + $293,640
$364,680
2021
$14,808 (+4.4%)
$34,760 + $315,360
$350,120
2020
$14,184 (+3.7%)
$34,760 + $315,360
$350,120
2019
$13,682 (+5.1%)
$34,760 + $281,000
$315,760
2018
$13,024 (+3.6%)
$34,760 + $276,040
$310,800
2017
$12,569 (+84.2%)
$34,760 + $276,040
$310,800
2016
$6,824 (+32.7%)
$34,760 + $264,640
$299,400
2014
$5,142 (−0.3%)
$34,760 + $239,080
$273,840
2013
$5,156 (+379.7%)
$93,680 + $103,080
$196,760
2012
$1,075 (−80.6%)
$93,680 + $103,080
$196,760
2011
$5,545 (+466.6%)
$34,960 + $161,800
$196,760
2010
$979 (−45.6%)
$34,960 + $161,800
$196,760
2008
$1,799
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
3,024
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 213 03 050
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: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Garage, Level Driveway, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Separate His/Hers,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master,Split Bedroom Plan
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior Features: Bookcases, Double Vanity, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Pillar/Post/Pier
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: PB 7 PG 149
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
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: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Head south on Commerce Dr toward W Trinity Pl. , 0.3 mi Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto W Howard Ave. , 0.6 mi Continue straight to stay on W Howard Ave. , 0.2 mi Turn right onto Paden Cir. , 466 ft Turn right onto East Lake Dr. , 0.2 mi Continue straight to stay on East Lake Dr. , 0.3 mi Turn right onto Second Ave, Destination will be on the left
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Playground, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,024
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 213 03 050
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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