Location! Location! Unlimited potential for this diamond in the rough in fabulous downtown Decatur. This special home is a modern mid-century ranch with very unique features. A breezeway opens into a spacious living room with hardwood floors, wood burning stove and dining room. On the same floor, the primary bedroom has an en suite bath, 2 guest bedrooms and a guest bath. The finished basement offer a large rec room with another wood burning stove, wet bar, bedroom, bedroom, full bath and an oversized laundry room with ample storage. The home sits on 2 parcels of land totaling more than 1/2 acre. Backyard is private and has a creek. Walk to Marta, schools, dining & shopping.
Single-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
0.54 acresLot Size
$354Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by VERONIQUE JONES• HomeSmart
Bought with CHAD CARTER• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Source:FMLS #6941540
Redfin Estimate
$737,138
$222K since sold in December 2021$5,000 since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 19.1% lower than the average sale price ($911K) of 6 comparable homes.
Location! Location! Unlimited potential for this diamond in the rough in fabulous downtown Decatur. This special home is a modern mid-century ranch with very unique features. A breezeway will lead you in a spacious living room with hardwood floors and a wood burning stove and dining room. On the same floor, the primary bedroom has an en suite bath, 2 guest bedrooms and a guest bath. The finished basement offers a large rec room with another wood burning stove, wet bar, bedroom, full bath and an oversized laundry room with ample storage, perfect for a growing family. The home sits on 2 parcels of land totally more than 1/2 acre. Backyard is private and has a creek. Walk to Marta, schools, dining & shopping.
FMLS #6941540
Dec 22, 2021
Sold
$515,000
$247/sq ft
Dec 8, 2021
Pending
—
Dec 1, 2021
Contingent
—
Nov 28, 2021
Price Changed
$525,000
$252/sq ft
Nov 26, 2021
Relisted
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Nov 23, 2021
Contingent
—
Oct 4, 2021
Price Changed
$620,000
$298/sq ft
Sep 8, 2021
Listed
$650,000
$312/sq ft
GAMLS #9003129
Jul 12, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jun 24, 2021
Listed
$620,000
$298/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 13, 2004
Sold
$309,000
$148/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,779 (+17.1%)
$76,400 + $230,440
$306,840
2024
$10,911 (−10.1%)
$76,400 + $230,440
$306,840
2023
$12,131 (+43.9%)
$21,960 + $240,560
$262,520
2022
$8,430 (+39.9%)
$21,960 + $176,360
$198,320
2021
$6,025 (+199.7%)
$21,960 + $151,960
$173,920
2020
$2,011 (+28.3%)
$21,960 + $151,960
$173,920
2019
$1,567 (−23.0%)
$21,960 + $66,480
$88,440
2018
$2,035 (−3.6%)
$21,960 + $88,800
$110,760
2017
$2,110 (−15.2%)
$21,960 + $88,800
$110,760
2016
$2,489 (+15.8%)
$21,960 + $71,040
$93,000
2014
$2,150 (−0.2%)
$21,960 + $71,040
$93,000
2013
$2,155 (+435.6%)
$21,976 + $56,984
$78,960
2012
$402 (−82.5%)
$55,000 + $23,960
$78,960
2011
$2,299 (+569.7%)
$22,040 + $56,920
$78,960
2010
$343 (−2.9%)
$24,480 + $63,240
$87,720
2008
$353
Tax history for 221 W Parkwood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,779 (+17.1%)
$76,400 + $230,440
$306,840
2024
$10,911 (−10.1%)
$76,400 + $230,440
$306,840
2023
$12,131 (+43.9%)
$21,960 + $240,560
$262,520
2022
$8,430 (+39.9%)
$21,960 + $176,360
$198,320
2021
$6,025 (+199.7%)
$21,960 + $151,960
$173,920
2020
$2,011 (+28.3%)
$21,960 + $151,960
$173,920
2019
$1,567 (−23.0%)
$21,960 + $66,480
$88,440
2018
$2,035 (−3.6%)
$21,960 + $88,800
$110,760
2017
$2,110 (−15.2%)
$21,960 + $88,800
$110,760
2016
$2,489 (+15.8%)
$21,960 + $71,040
$93,000
2014
$2,150 (−0.2%)
$21,960 + $71,040
$93,000
2013
$2,155 (+435.6%)
$21,976 + $56,984
$78,960
2012
$402 (−82.5%)
$55,000 + $23,960
$78,960
2011
$2,299 (+569.7%)
$22,040 + $56,920
$78,960
2010
$343 (−2.9%)
$24,480 + $63,240
$87,720
2008
$353
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,447
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 236 04 076
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
R-85
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide for single-family residential development with a minimum lot size of 15,000 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 residential 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
Parking Features: Attached, Drive Under Main Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan,Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Basement, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Follow Ponce de Leon Ave/US-78 E/US-278 E/GA-8. Turn slight right onto E Lake Rd N/US-278 E/GA-10. Turn left onto W Parkwood Rd. Property is immediately on the right
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Public Transportation, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,447
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 236 04 076
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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