Build your dream home on one of the best lots in Oakhurst. A short walk to Oakhurst Village this location provides easy access to all the wonderful restaurants and shops that make the area so special. Designed as a 5 bedroom 4 bath home this future build has all the amenities. The large, gorgeous central kitchen is open to the family room and includes a mudroom, walk-in pantry and small office. A separate dining room adjacent to the kitchen is surrounded by windows and opens to the covered porch providing the perfect place to entertain and linger after dining. Combined with the kitchen the family room completes the public space on the main floor with built-ins flanking a cozy fireplace. The additional flex room and full bath provide a bedroom on the main floor or a private den for either work or escape. Upstairs features the oversized master with master bath. The master bath includes dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate shower and large walk in closet. The three other bedrooms upstairs include one bedroom with private bath while the other two bedrooms share a Jack-n-Jill bath. Downstairs the walk-out basement provides a blank slate for future expansion or the opportunity to add a bedroom and bathroom in addition to a large living room/media room and tons of storage. This is your opportunity to create the home you have always wanted in a fantastic neighborhood within the city of Decatur.
Single-familyProperty Type
2024Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$530Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Frank B Golley• Golley Realty Group
Bought with David Pruett• Ansley Real Estate
Source:FMLS #7348029
Redfin Estimate
$1,769,423
$1.1M since sold in March 2024$38K since July
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This home's estimate is 22.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.44M) of 6 comparable homes.
Build your dream home on one of the best lots in Oakhurst. A short walk to Oakhurst Village this location provides easy access to all the wonderful restaurants and shops that make the area so special. Designed as a 5 bedroom 4 bath home this future build has all the amenities. The large, gorgeous central kitchen is open to the family room and includes a mudroom, walk-in pantry and small office. A separate dining room adjacent to the kitchen is surrounded by windows and opens to the covered porch providing the perfect place to entertain and linger after dining. Combined with the kitchen the family room completes the public space on the main floor with built-ins flanking a cozy fireplace. The additional flex room and full bath provide a bedroom on the main floor or a private den for either work or escape. Upstairs features the oversized master with master bath. The master bath includes dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate shower and large walk in closet. The three other bedrooms upstairs include one bedroom with private bath while the other two bedrooms share a Jack-n-Jill bath. Downstairs the walk-out basement provides a blank slate for future expansion or the opportunity to add a bedroom and bathroom in addition to a large living room/media room and tons of storage. This is your opportunity to create the home you have always wanted in a fantastic neighborhood within the city of Decatur.
Public Records
Aug 3, 1994
Sold
$63,200
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,615 (+298.2%)
$100,200 + $117,600
$217,800
2024
$2,415 (+121,853.0%)
$100,200 + $117,600
$217,800
2023
$2 (−99.9%)
$100,200 + $54,440
$154,640
2021
$2,221 (+1.7%)
$26,560 + $101,760
$128,320
2020
$2,183 (+25.4%)
$26,560 + $101,760
$128,320
2019
$1,741 (−4.2%)
$26,560 + $71,960
$98,520
2018
$1,817 (+4.3%)
$26,560 + $71,960
$98,520
2017
$1,742
$26,560 + $71,960
$98,520
2016
$1,741 (−19.2%)
$26,560 + $53,320
$79,880
2014
$2,156 (+6.8%)
$26,560 + $77,520
$104,080
2013
$2,019 (+421.8%)
$26,540 + $53,220
$79,760
2012
$387 (−82.6%)
$66,480 + $13,280
$79,760
2011
$2,228 (+533.6%)
$41,200 + $34,960
$76,160
2010
$352 (+15.6%)
$41,178 + $34,982
$76,160
2008
$304
Tax history for 231 W Benson St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,615 (+298.2%)
$100,200 + $117,600
$217,800
2024
$2,415 (+121,853.0%)
$100,200 + $117,600
$217,800
2023
$2 (−99.9%)
$100,200 + $54,440
$154,640
2021
$2,221 (+1.7%)
$26,560 + $101,760
$128,320
2020
$2,183 (+25.4%)
$26,560 + $101,760
$128,320
2019
$1,741 (−4.2%)
$26,560 + $71,960
$98,520
2018
$1,817 (+4.3%)
$26,560 + $71,960
$98,520
2017
$1,742
$26,560 + $71,960
$98,520
2016
$1,741 (−19.2%)
$26,560 + $53,320
$79,880
2014
$2,156 (+6.8%)
$26,560 + $77,520
$104,080
2013
$2,019 (+421.8%)
$26,540 + $53,220
$79,760
2012
$387 (−82.6%)
$66,480 + $13,280
$79,760
2011
$2,228 (+533.6%)
$41,200 + $34,960
$76,160
2010
$352 (+15.6%)
$41,178 + $34,982
$76,160
2008
$304
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,225
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 214 04 082
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 Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Factory Built, Family Room
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Lower, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Kitchen Island,Pantry Walk-In,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides, Cement Siding
Exterior Features: Private Front Entry, Private Rear Entry, Private Yard
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: To Be Built
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: All that tract and parcel of land lying and being in Land Lot 214 of the 15th District of DeKalb County Georgia being improved property known as 231 West Benson Street, Decatur, DeKalb County, Georgia according to the present system of numbering houses in DeKab County Georgia.
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Heating: Central, Heat Pump
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
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: S. McDonough from Decatur to right on W. Benson. The home is on the right about 2/3rds down the street. From East Lake Dr. coming from Atlanta turn left on Oakview in the center of Oakhurst village and then right on W Benson and home will be on the left.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Public Transportation, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,225
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 214 04 082
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Oakhurst Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.4mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
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