Nestled in the heart of the Oakhurst community , this home offers peace and serenity while still being close to the city. Take advantage of the enclosed patio while enjoying sweeping views of the city night lights. Dining room flows seamlessly to the family room boasting a fireplace for those chilly nights. Leveled backyard perfect for entertaining guest. Close walk to Oakhurst park and Oakhurst dog park.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$448Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by MORRIS WYATT III• Optimus Real Estate Brokers, Inc.
Bought with LANCE MULLER• Drake Realty, Inc
Source:FMLS #5968110
Redfin Estimate
$700,870
$231K since sold in April 2018$7,000 since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 3.4% lower than the average sale price ($726K) of 6 comparable homes.
Nestled in the heart of the Oakhurst community, this home offers peace and serenity while still being close to the city. Take advantage of the enclosed patio while enjoying sweeping views of the city night lights. Dining room flows seamlessly to the family room boasting a fireplace for those chilly nights. Leveled backyard perfect for entertaining guest. Close walk to Oakhurst park and Oakhurst dog park.
Public Records
Dec 11, 1996
Sold
$66,500
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 6, 1995
Sold
$49,800
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 30, 1982
Sold
$33,800
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,487 (+0.4%)
$99,229 + $126,291
$225,520
2024
$9,453 (−47.1%)
$99,229 + $126,291
$225,520
2023
$17,856 (+109.1%)
$99,229 + $126,291
$225,520
2022
$8,539 (−48.3%)
$96,000 + $89,600
$185,600
2021
$16,529 (+125.3%)
$28,000 + $150,960
$178,960
2020
$7,338 (+6.9%)
$28,000 + $150,960
$178,960
2019
$6,867 (+765.7%)
$28,000 + $122,240
$150,240
2018
$793 (−17.1%)
$28,000 + $106,200
$134,200
2017
$957 (+14.2%)
$28,000 + $106,200
$134,200
2016
$838 (+19.5%)
$28,000 + $67,520
$95,520
2014
$701 (−3.9%)
$28,000 + $102,000
$130,000
2013
$729 (+71.9%)
$28,004 + $75,436
$103,440
2012
$424 (−51.1%)
$75,760 + $27,680
$103,440
2011
$867 (+127.6%)
$28,000 + $63,000
$91,000
2010
$381 (+14.2%)
$28,000 + $63,000
$91,000
2008
$334
Tax history for 227 3rd Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,487 (+0.4%)
$99,229 + $126,291
$225,520
2024
$9,453 (−47.1%)
$99,229 + $126,291
$225,520
2023
$17,856 (+109.1%)
$99,229 + $126,291
$225,520
2022
$8,539 (−48.3%)
$96,000 + $89,600
$185,600
2021
$16,529 (+125.3%)
$28,000 + $150,960
$178,960
2020
$7,338 (+6.9%)
$28,000 + $150,960
$178,960
2019
$6,867 (+765.7%)
$28,000 + $122,240
$150,240
2018
$793 (−17.1%)
$28,000 + $106,200
$134,200
2017
$957 (+14.2%)
$28,000 + $106,200
$134,200
2016
$838 (+19.5%)
$28,000 + $67,520
$95,520
2014
$701 (−3.9%)
$28,000 + $102,000
$130,000
2013
$729 (+71.9%)
$28,004 + $75,436
$103,440
2012
$424 (−51.1%)
$75,760 + $27,680
$103,440
2011
$867 (+127.6%)
$28,000 + $63,000
$91,000
2010
$381 (+14.2%)
$28,000 + $63,000
$91,000
2008
$334
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,563
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 213 04 218
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
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Double Sided
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Family Room, Living Room
Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Frame
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: USE GPS
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,563
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 213 04 218
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Oakhurst Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.2mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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