Completely renovated in 2016, this home has all the upgrades & open spaces you are searching for w/ all the 1936 charm. Sunny, high-end kitchen w/ large island open to bonus family room. Gaze onto your green, fenced backyard from the peaceful screened porch. Another bonus? Office space off the living room for work time. Custom closet shelving throughout. Unfinished basement great for storage/home gym. Stroll along the tree-lined streets in this popular Downtown Decatur neighborhood for all the restaurants, concerts & festivals of Downtown Decatur & the beloved Toy Park.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$452Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Cronic• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Bought with Jon Effron• Compass
Source:FMLS #6768852
Redfin Estimate
$1,219,857
$295K since sold in September 2020$23K since October
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This home's estimate is 14.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.07M) of 5 comparable homes.
Completely renovated in 2016, this home has all the upgrades & open spaces you are searching for w/ all the 1936 charm. Sunny, high-end kitchen w/ large island open to bonus family room. Gaze onto your green, fenced backyard from the peaceful screened porch. Another bonus? Office space off the living room for work time. Custom closet shelving throughout. Unfinished basement great for storage/home gym. Stroll along the tree-lined streets in this popular Downtown Decatur neighborhood for all the restaurants, concerts & festivals of Downtown Decatur & the beloved Toy Park.
FMLS #5653482
May 5, 2016
Sold
$799,000
$296/sq ft
Apr 5, 2016
Contingent
—
Mar 17, 2016
Price Changed
$799,000
$296/sq ft
Feb 29, 2016
Listed
$825,000
$305/sq ft
Gorgeous 4br/3ba home with high-quality finishes & thoughtful upgrades throughout. Four large bedrooms + sunny bonus room; high-end kitchen with upgraded Kitchen-aid appliances & custom cabinetry; front living room + keeping room off kitchen; fantastic natural light throughout. Screened porch, large storage basement, and one-car garage. Spray-foam insulation and custom closet shelving throughout. Stroll to the restaurants, concerts and festivals of historic downtown Decatur. This distinctive home is a rare find in one of Decatur’s most popular neighborhoods.
Public Records
Feb 26, 2015
Sold
$330,000
$122/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 23, 1991
Sold
$116,900
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 29, 1988
Sold
$123,500
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 6, 1985
Sold
$92,500
$34/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 30, 1981
Sold
$57,400
$21/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1981
Sold
$39,900
$15/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 12, 1980
Sold
$40,000
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,959 (+9.1%)
$97,600 + $355,560
$453,160
2024
$17,377 (+2.9%)
$97,600 + $355,560
$453,160
2023
$16,882 (+10.6%)
$97,600 + $318,320
$415,920
2022
$15,263 (−9.4%)
$80,120 + $282,960
$363,080
2021
$16,843 (+18.9%)
$40,000 + $293,120
$333,120
2020
$14,166 (+4.0%)
$40,000 + $293,120
$333,120
2019
$13,625 (+8.8%)
$40,000 + $273,360
$313,360
2018
$12,528 (−9.0%)
$40,000 + $253,840
$293,840
2017
$13,773 (+155.1%)
$40,000 + $253,840
$293,840
2016
$5,398 (+61.0%)
$40,000 + $108,400
$148,400
2014
$3,353 (−0.2%)
$29,920 + $143,000
$172,920
2013
$3,361 (+400.3%)
$29,936 + $96,224
$126,160
2012
$672 (−81.4%)
$50,640 + $75,520
$126,160
2011
$3,603 (+489.2%)
$30,000 + $96,160
$126,160
2010
$612 (+12.8%)
$30,000 + $96,160
$126,160
2008
$542
Tax history for 223 Clarion Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,959 (+9.1%)
$97,600 + $355,560
$453,160
2024
$17,377 (+2.9%)
$97,600 + $355,560
$453,160
2023
$16,882 (+10.6%)
$97,600 + $318,320
$415,920
2022
$15,263 (−9.4%)
$80,120 + $282,960
$363,080
2021
$16,843 (+18.9%)
$40,000 + $293,120
$333,120
2020
$14,166 (+4.0%)
$40,000 + $293,120
$333,120
2019
$13,625 (+8.8%)
$40,000 + $273,360
$313,360
2018
$12,528 (−9.0%)
$40,000 + $253,840
$293,840
2017
$13,773 (+155.1%)
$40,000 + $253,840
$293,840
2016
$5,398 (+61.0%)
$40,000 + $108,400
$148,400
2014
$3,353 (−0.2%)
$29,920 + $143,000
$172,920
2013
$3,361 (+400.3%)
$29,936 + $96,224
$126,160
2012
$672 (−81.4%)
$50,640 + $75,520
$126,160
2011
$3,603 (+489.2%)
$30,000 + $96,160
$126,160
2010
$612 (+12.8%)
$30,000 + $96,160
$126,160
2008
$542
*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
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,828
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 245 04 087
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 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: 1
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Decorative, Living Room, Masonry
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen,Keeping Room,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Solid Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides, Cement Siding
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier
Builder Name: Nick Beaudry
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Decatur Square, go west on Ponce de Leon, right onto Nelson Ferry (at Toy Park), right onto Clarion. Home on your right. #223.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,828
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 245 04 087
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Westchester Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.4mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
25% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Decatur, GA • 30030
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
4.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.16M – $1.40M
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