Don't miss this fully-renovated cottage in the heart of Decatur's coveted Great Lakes neighborhood. This home seamlessly mingles period details w/ modern amenities, boasting beautiful built-ins, sound system, & ample storage throughout 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms. A large family room w/ gorgeous stone hearth opens to a stunning chef’s kitchen w/ breakfast bar, farmhouse sink, SS appliances, & French door access to a fenced backyard. A bright master suite offers spacious WIC & spa-bath w/ claw foot tub & rainfall shower. Entertain w/ ease on the detached screened porch.
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
$432Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Natalie Gregory• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Natalie Gregory• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Source:FMLS #5836398
Redfin Estimate
$1,317,441
$425K since sold in August 2017$4,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 6.1% higher than the average sale price ($1.24M) of 5 comparable homes.
Don't miss this fully-renovated cottage in the heart of Decatur's coveted Great Lakes neighborhood. This home seamlessly mingles period details with modern amenities, boasting beautiful built-ins, sound system, & ample storage throughout 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms. A large family room w/ gorgeous stone hearth opens to a stunning chef’s kitchen with breakfast bar, farmhouse sink, SS appliances, & French door access to a fenced backyard. A bright master suite offers spacious walk-in closet & spa-bath with claw foot tub & rainfall shower. Entertain with ease on the detached screened porch.
FMLS #5836398
Aug 18, 2017
Sold
$892,500
$293/sq ft
Jun 27, 2017
Contingent
—
Jun 11, 2017
Price Changed
$899,000
$295/sq ft
Apr 20, 2017
Listed
$929,000
$305/sq ft
FMLS #5082796
Aug 6, 2014
Price Changed
$730,500
$240/sq ft
Mar 8, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 2013
Price Changed
$785,000
$257/sq ft
Mar 4, 2013
Sold
$730,500
$240/sq ft
Feb 13, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 18, 2013
Relisted
—
Jan 18, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 16, 2013
Contingent
—
Nov 12, 2012
Listed
$785,000
$257/sq ft
Distinctive new construction inside the shell of an older historic home, this total reno incorporates all the cottage details you dream of. Floor plan boasts 3/2 (including master) upstairs, 2/2 down (1 is currently used as a study), formal DR, LR, family room, sunroom, & immaculate state-of-the-art kitchen. Entertain under the trees on your slate back patio in the lush backyard. Walk to Clairemont Elementary, restaurants in downtown Decatur & the park. Period tile, wainscoting, fine custom moldings, hardwoods, double vanities, & a new clawfoot tub complete the package.
Public Records
Mar 14, 2013
Sold
$730,500
$240/sq ft
GAMLS #7015355
Mar 19, 2013
Price Changed
$730,500
$240/sq ft
Mar 4, 2013
Sold
$730,500
$240/sq ft
Feb 14, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 27, 2013
Price Changed
$785,000
$257/sq ft
Nov 8, 2012
Listed
$785,000
$257/sq ft
GAMLS #3254740
Nov 8, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Sep 17, 2012
Price Changed
$785,000
$257/sq ft
Aug 13, 2012
Price Changed
$819,000
$269/sq ft
Jul 6, 2012
Listed
$839,000
$275/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 13, 2006
Sold
$369,000
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 16, 1988
Sold
$135,000
$44/sq ft
Public Records
May 15, 1987
Sold
$85,000
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,342 (+5.9%)
$114,800 + $321,440
$436,240
2024
$17,328 (+3.7%)
$114,800 + $321,440
$436,240
2023
$16,715 (+7.0%)
$114,800 + $297,840
$412,640
2022
$15,621 (+2.3%)
$92,840 + $277,000
$369,840
2021
$15,271 (−0.1%)
$35,280 + $301,840
$337,120
2020
$15,287 (+3.8%)
$35,280 + $301,840
$337,120
2019
$14,722 (+5.2%)
$35,280 + $303,480
$338,760
2018
$13,995 (−5.7%)
$35,280 + $293,400
$328,680
2017
$14,834 (+80.1%)
$35,280 + $293,400
$328,680
2016
$8,236 (+36.9%)
$35,280 + $299,200
$334,480
2014
$6,016 (−2.2%)
$35,280 + $281,280
$316,560
2013
$6,149 (+383.5%)
$35,296 + $195,944
$231,240
2012
$1,272 (−80.8%)
$115,080 + $116,160
$231,240
2011
$6,610 (+470.8%)
$35,040 + $196,200
$231,240
2010
$1,158 (+122.8%)
$35,040 + $196,200
$231,240
2008
$520
Tax history for 227 Superior Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,342 (+5.9%)
$114,800 + $321,440
$436,240
2024
$17,328 (+3.7%)
$114,800 + $321,440
$436,240
2023
$16,715 (+7.0%)
$114,800 + $297,840
$412,640
2022
$15,621 (+2.3%)
$92,840 + $277,000
$369,840
2021
$15,271 (−0.1%)
$35,280 + $301,840
$337,120
2020
$15,287 (+3.8%)
$35,280 + $301,840
$337,120
2019
$14,722 (+5.2%)
$35,280 + $303,480
$338,760
2018
$13,995 (−5.7%)
$35,280 + $293,400
$328,680
2017
$14,834 (+80.1%)
$35,280 + $293,400
$328,680
2016
$8,236 (+36.9%)
$35,280 + $299,200
$334,480
2014
$6,016 (−2.2%)
$35,280 + $281,280
$316,560
2013
$6,149 (+383.5%)
$35,296 + $195,944
$231,240
2012
$1,272 (−80.8%)
$115,080 + $116,160
$231,240
2011
$6,610 (+470.8%)
$35,040 + $196,200
$231,240
2010
$1,158 (+122.8%)
$35,040 + $196,200
$231,240
2008
$520
*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
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
3,049
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 006 04 067
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, Level Driveway, On Street
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Sitting Room
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets White,Kitchen Island,Solid Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Room Type: Family Room, Living Room, Office, Sun Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Exterior Features: Garden
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Clairemont
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From downtown Decatur, go north on Clairemont Ave, right on Michigan, and left onto Superior Ave.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,049
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 006 04 067
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Clairemont Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.3mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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