Welcome home to this quintessential craftsman bungalow with large rocking chair front porch in the heart of the city of Decatur. This light-filled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features beautiful heart pine floors, 11-foot ceilings, four decorative fireplaces with wood mantles and original tile surround. Formal living room opens to separate dining room and into the large eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, double oven, and butler's pantry. Mudroom leads to back deck, perfect for outdoor dining. Large master bedroom has space for home office, walk-in closet, and french doors that open to back deck. Two secondary bedrooms have space to accommodate work and school from home. Fenced backyard includes fire pit area, raised garden beds, playset and workshop. Off-street parking for 2 cars. Recent updates include brand new roof, fresh exterior and interior paint, and tankless gas water heater. Don't miss extra storage space in attic and crawlspace. Enjoy an easy stroll to Adair Park, and shops and restaurants in Downtown Decatur and Oakhurst.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$446Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by AMY WIDENER• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Brennan Ballard• Keller Williams Realty Peachtree Rd.
Source:FMLS #6853413
Redfin Estimate
$905,466
$210K since sold in April 2021$2,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 12.8% higher than the average sale price ($803K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome home to this quintessential craftsman bungalow with large rocking chair front porch in the heart of the city of Decatur. This light-filled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features beautiful heart pine floors, 11-foot ceilings, four decorative fireplaces with wood mantles and original tile surround. Formal living room opens to separate dining room and into the large eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, double oven, and butler's pantry. Mudroom leads to back deck, perfect for outdoor dining. Large master bedroom has space for home office, walk-in closet, and french doors that open to back deck. Two secondary bedrooms have space to accommodate work and school from home. Fenced backyard includes fire pit area, raised garden beds, playset and workshop. Off-street parking for 2 cars. Recent updates include brand new roof, fresh exterior and interior paint, and tankless gas water heater. Don't miss extra storage space in attic and crawlspace. Enjoy an easy stroll to Adair Park, and shops and restaurants in Downtown Decatur and Oakhurst.
FMLS #6853413
Apr 23, 2021
Sold
$695,000
$342/sq ft
Mar 30, 2021
Pending
—
Mar 22, 2021
Contingent
—
Mar 15, 2021
Listed
$685,000
$337/sq ft
GAMLS #3287373
May 7, 2015
Price Changed
$435,000
$214/sq ft
Feb 22, 2013
Sold
$435,000
$214/sq ft
Jan 11, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jan 11, 2013
Price Changed
$449,900
$221/sq ft
Sep 24, 2012
Listed
$449,900
$221/sq ft
Great Sitting Porch, High Ceilings, 4 Fireplaces, Large Rooms, Master Bedroom Has Walk-In Closet & Roomy Bath W/ Toto Toilets. Updated Kitchen Has Breakfast Nook & Butler's Pantry, complete with Kitchen Aid Dishwasher, Kitchen Aid Double Convection Oven (dishwasher & ovens both installed 2012), Five-burner stove, Kohler Faucet, Trash Compactor, Corian Countertops, Glass Tile Backsplash Separate Laundry/mud Room. Awesome Decatur Street.
Public Records
Mar 4, 2013
Sold
$435,000
$214/sq ft
FMLS #5067089
Feb 22, 2013
Price Changed
$435,000
$214/sq ft
Feb 22, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Feb 22, 2013
Price Changed
$449,900
$221/sq ft
Feb 22, 2013
Sold
$435,000
$214/sq ft
Jan 29, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 28, 2013
Contingent
—
Jan 26, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 11, 2013
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2012
Listed
$449,900
$221/sq ft
FMLS #3626152
Feb 27, 2008
Sold
$414,000
$204/sq ft
Jan 4, 2008
Listed
$429,900
$212/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 5, 2002
Sold
$365,000
$180/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 10, 2001
Sold
$239,000
$118/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,179 (−5.2%)
$93,280 + $248,120
$341,400
2024
$12,854 (+5.6%)
$93,280 + $248,120
$341,400
2023
$12,171 (+18.2%)
$93,280 + $213,920
$307,200
2022
$10,297 (−47.1%)
$91,760 + $175,800
$267,560
2021
$19,467 (+100.3%)
$35,720 + $183,440
$219,160
2020
$9,718 (+5.3%)
$35,720 + $183,440
$219,160
2019
$9,227 (+2.7%)
$35,720 + $176,000
$211,720
2018
$8,982 (−6.4%)
$35,720 + $176,000
$211,720
2017
$9,594 (+81.6%)
$35,720 + $176,000
$211,720
2016
$5,284 (+1.5%)
$35,720 + $188,640
$224,360
2014
$5,208 (+25.6%)
$35,720 + $168,280
$204,000
2013
$4,147 (+388.9%)
$35,736 + $121,344
$157,080
2012
$848 (−81.0%)
$68,680 + $88,400
$157,080
2011
$4,454 (+476.6%)
$35,720 + $121,360
$157,080
2010
$772 (+30.5%)
$35,720 + $121,360
$157,080
2008
$592
Tax history for 227 Drexel Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,179 (−5.2%)
$93,280 + $248,120
$341,400
2024
$12,854 (+5.6%)
$93,280 + $248,120
$341,400
2023
$12,171 (+18.2%)
$93,280 + $213,920
$307,200
2022
$10,297 (−47.1%)
$91,760 + $175,800
$267,560
2021
$19,467 (+100.3%)
$35,720 + $183,440
$219,160
2020
$9,718 (+5.3%)
$35,720 + $183,440
$219,160
2019
$9,227 (+2.7%)
$35,720 + $176,000
$211,720
2018
$8,982 (−6.4%)
$35,720 + $176,000
$211,720
2017
$9,594 (+81.6%)
$35,720 + $176,000
$211,720
2016
$5,284 (+1.5%)
$35,720 + $188,640
$224,360
2014
$5,208 (+25.6%)
$35,720 + $168,280
$204,000
2013
$4,147 (+388.9%)
$35,736 + $121,344
$157,080
2012
$848 (−81.0%)
$68,680 + $88,400
$157,080
2011
$4,454 (+476.6%)
$35,720 + $121,360
$157,080
2010
$772 (+30.5%)
$35,720 + $121,360
$157,080
2008
$592
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,016
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 236 04 228
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 Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Driveway, Level Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Bidet,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master,Split Bedroom Plan
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Trash Compactor, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level, Mud Room
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room,Cabinets Other,Eat-in Kitchen,Solid Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Workshop
Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, 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
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Decatur take W Ponce to Left on Drexel Ave. Home will be on your left just after intersection of Devonshire. Park on right side of Drexel, or in the driveway.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,016
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 236 04 228
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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