Welcome to this beautifully updated home within walking distance of Oakhurst Village and just minutes from the best of the City of Decatur. This 2-bedroom (plus a flex space!), 2-bathroom gem blends timeless character with modern comfort, featuring gleaming hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a cozy fireplace that creates an inviting living space. A versatile flex room adds even more functionality—perfect as a home office, guest suite, or creative studio. Recent upgrades, including a newer roof and HVAC system, providing peace of mind for years to come. Outdoors, the spacious backyard offers a private retreat ideal for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying quiet evenings under the trees. With its charming curb appeal, smart layout, and unbeatable location steps from dining, shops, and parks in Oakhurst Village—and within Decatur’s highly sought-after city schools—this home truly delivers the best of in-town living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
10,454 sq ftLot Size
$650Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Kerri Dobo• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with Shana Arnold• Adams Realtors
Source:FMLS #7661182
Redfin Estimate
$682,814
$83K since sold in October 2025$21K since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 4.3% higher than the average sale price ($655K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to this beautifully updated home within walking distance of Oakhurst Village and just minutes from the best of the City of Decatur. This 2-bedroom (plus a flex space!), 2-bathroom gem blends timeless character with modern comfort, featuring gleaming hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a cozy fireplace that creates an inviting living space. A versatile flex room adds even more functionality-perfect as a home office, guest suite, or creative studio. Recent upgrades, including a newer roof and HVAC system, providing peace of mind for years to come. Outdoors, the spacious backyard offers a private retreat ideal for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying quiet evenings under the trees. With its charming curb appeal, smart layout, and unbeatable location steps from dining, shops, and parks in Oakhurst Village-and within Decatur's highly sought-after city schools-this home truly delivers the best of in-town living.
FMLS #7661182
Oct 31, 2025
Sold
$600,000
$571/sq ft
Oct 19, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2025
Listed
$599,000
$570/sq ft
Oct 6, 2025
Coming Soon
$599,000
$570/sq ft
GAMLS #7193563
Sep 30, 2014
Price Changed
$309,000
$294/sq ft
Feb 7, 2014
Sold
$309,000
$294/sq ft
Jan 2, 2014
Pending
—
Dec 31, 2013
Price Changed
$319,900
$305/sq ft
Dec 8, 2013
Listed
$319,900
$305/sq ft
Fantastic location in Decatur, great City of Decatur schools -all within walking distance-, walk to the Village of Oakhurst restaurants, 2009 HVAC, 2010 renovation includes new kitchen with professional grade stainless steel appliances, Corian countertops, energy efficient windows and doors, insulation throughout , Hardiwood siding, LeafGuard gutters, screened porch, garage, potential basement lot Opportunity to reside in the Decatur school district with an in town life-style!
Public Records
Feb 14, 2014
Sold
$309,000
$294/sq ft
FMLS #5227265
Feb 18, 2014
Price Changed
$309,000
$294/sq ft
Feb 18, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Feb 11, 2014
Price Changed
$319,900
$305/sq ft
Feb 11, 2014
Sold
$309,000
$294/sq ft
Jan 10, 2014
Pending
—
Jan 2, 2014
Contingent
—
Dec 8, 2013
Listed
$319,900
$305/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 16, 2009
Sold
$240,000
$229/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 23, 2004
Sold
$188,500
$180/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,964 (−9.5%)
$95,920 + $136,000
$231,920
2024
$12,110 (−42.2%)
$95,920 + $136,000
$231,920
2023
$20,943 (+117.7%)
$95,920 + $130,440
$226,360
2022
$9,621 (−40.3%)
$70,000 + $99,640
$169,640
2021
$16,102 (+86.8%)
$36,160 + $128,120
$164,280
2020
$8,619 (+5.5%)
$36,160 + $128,120
$164,280
2019
$8,172 (+14.8%)
$36,160 + $115,880
$152,040
2018
$7,118 (+9.2%)
$36,160 + $100,760
$136,920
2017
$6,521 (+64.4%)
$36,160 + $100,760
$136,920
2016
$3,967 (+79.6%)
$36,160 + $85,200
$121,360
2014
$2,209 (−2.7%)
$36,160 + $85,600
$121,760
2013
$2,271 (+431.8%)
$36,176 + $47,104
$83,280
2012
$427 (−82.4%)
$69,459 + $13,821
$83,280
2011
$2,424 (+489.0%)
$36,000 + $47,280
$83,280
2010
$412 (−56.2%)
$36,000 + $47,280
$83,280
2008
$939
Tax history for 231 Jefferson Pl
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,964 (−9.5%)
$95,920 + $136,000
$231,920
2024
$12,110 (−42.2%)
$95,920 + $136,000
$231,920
2023
$20,943 (+117.7%)
$95,920 + $130,440
$226,360
2022
$9,621 (−40.3%)
$70,000 + $99,640
$169,640
2021
$16,102 (+86.8%)
$36,160 + $128,120
$164,280
2020
$8,619 (+5.5%)
$36,160 + $128,120
$164,280
2019
$8,172 (+14.8%)
$36,160 + $115,880
$152,040
2018
$7,118 (+9.2%)
$36,160 + $100,760
$136,920
2017
$6,521 (+64.4%)
$36,160 + $100,760
$136,920
2016
$3,967 (+79.6%)
$36,160 + $85,200
$121,360
2014
$2,209 (−2.7%)
$36,160 + $85,600
$121,760
2013
$2,271 (+431.8%)
$36,176 + $47,104
$83,280
2012
$427 (−82.4%)
$69,459 + $13,821
$83,280
2011
$2,424 (+489.0%)
$36,000 + $47,280
$83,280
2010
$412 (−56.2%)
$36,000 + $47,280
$83,280
2008
$939
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,028
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 213 01 022
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.
TaxLegalDescription: All that tract or parcel of land and being in Land Lot 213 of the 15th District of Dekalb County, Georgia, being Lot 8, Block "B", of the P.D. Christian Property per plat recorded in Plat Bok 8, Page 136, Dekalb County, Georgia Records, which plat is incorporated herein by reference.
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Starting from Downtown Decatur at the Square, head south on South McDonough Street and cross over the railroad tracks. Once across, turn right onto College Avenue and then make a quick left onto Jefferson Place. Continue down Jefferson Place, and 231 Jefferson Place will be located on the right-hand side.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,028
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 213 01 022
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Oakhurst Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.2mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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