This enchanting cottage located on one of the best streets in Oakhurst has so much to offer! Turn key home features modern touches throughout, but maintains much of its 1930's charm, including gorgeous hardwood floors, glass doorknobs, and even a curved archway leading into the separate dining room. The updated kitchen features high performance countertops, white cabinets, stainless appliances, gas range with vent hood, farmhouse sink, and a good sized pantry. The back door off the kitchen leads to a large screened porch and backyard oasis complete with custom landscaping, firepit, garden, and storage shed. The backyard is fully fenced and flat! On the main floor of the home, there are two bedrooms, one full bathroom, and a laundry room. Upstairs is your private owner's suite with en suite bathroom and closet space galore. There is also bonus space upstairs for an office and/or cozy TV room. This house also features an unfinished basement with interior entry through the kitchen that offers wonderful storage options! During their ownership, the Sellers have done many upgrades and updates to the home, including a new high efficiency HVAC system, tankless water heater, whole house water filtration system, and more. Maxwell Street is a wonderful street where friendly neighbors socialize while kids of all ages play together in front yards. Superb location, walking distance to top rated Decatur schools, Oakhurst Park, Oakhurst Village, the dog park and so much more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$483Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Marianne Banchero• Keller Knapp
Bought with Helen Kynes• Keller Knapp
Source:FMLS #7117959
Redfin Estimate
$894,132
$144K since sold in November 2022$6,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 33.9% higher than the average sale price ($668K) of 6 comparable homes.
This enchanting cottage located on one of the best streets in Oakhurst has so much to offer! Turn key home features modern touches throughout, but maintains much of its 1930's charm, including gorgeous hardwood floors, glass doorknobs, and even a curved archway leading into the separate dining room. The updated kitchen features high performance countertops, white cabinets, stainless appliances, gas range with vent hood, farmhouse sink, and a good sized pantry. The back door off the kitchen leads to a large screened porch and backyard oasis complete with custom landscaping, firepit, garden, and storage shed. The backyard is fully fenced and flat! On the main floor of the home, there are two bedrooms, one full bathroom, and a laundry room. Upstairs is your private owner's suite with en suite bathroom and closet space galore. There is also bonus space upstairs for an office and/or cozy TV room. This house also features an unfinished basement with interior entry through the kitchen that offers wonderful storage options! During their ownership, the Sellers have done many upgrades and updates to the home, including a new high efficiency HVAC system, tankless water heater, whole house water filtration system, and more. Maxwell Street is a wonderful street where friendly neighbors socialize while kids of all ages play together in front yards. Superb location, walking distance to top rated Decatur schools, Oakhurst Park, Oakhurst Village, the dog park and so much more!
FMLS #5729689
Sep 23, 2016
Sold
$579,900
$313/sq ft
Aug 4, 2016
Contingent
—
Aug 4, 2016
Listed
$579,900
$313/sq ft
Great value in Oakhurst. Classic 1930's Cape retains the character and charm of an earlier era while offering features that match today's lifestyle: True Master Suite w Double Vanity, Walk-in closets; Fabulous Renovated Kitchen; Screened Porch; Laundry Room; Zoned HVAC Systems w backup; Energy efficient Windows; Plenty of Storage; Large fenced yard. Enjoy the Walkability, Community and Great Schools that are the hallmark of Decatur while living on one of Oakhurst's best streets. Make this very special home a Decatur Must See. It's a Keeper!
Public Records
Sep 23, 2013
Sold
$367,500
$199/sq ft
FMLS #3674769
Apr 30, 2008
Sold
$282,000
$152/sq ft
Mar 17, 2008
Listed
$285,000
$154/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 26, 1993
Sold
$50,000
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,347 (+7.9%)
$99,760 + $242,760
$342,520
2024
$17,008 (+15.7%)
$99,760 + $242,760
$342,520
2023
$14,699 (+34.8%)
$99,760 + $228,320
$328,080
2022
$10,904 (−8.8%)
$65,160 + $185,840
$251,000
2021
$11,956 (+22.7%)
$31,920 + $201,160
$233,080
2020
$9,745 (+5.3%)
$31,920 + $201,160
$233,080
2019
$9,257 (+2.4%)
$31,920 + $180,080
$212,000
2018
$9,043 (−8.0%)
$31,920 + $179,520
$211,440
2017
$9,829 (+164.7%)
$31,920 + $179,520
$211,440
2016
$3,714 (+9.2%)
$31,920 + $123,280
$155,200
2014
$3,400 (−25.8%)
$31,920 + $107,440
$139,360
2013
$4,580 (+183.4%)
$31,904 + $96,056
$127,960
2012
$1,616 (−59.2%)
$85,760 + $42,200
$127,960
2011
$3,959 (+222.5%)
$32,000 + $80,520
$112,520
2010
$1,228 (+144.3%)
$30,493 + $82,027
$112,520
2008
$502
Tax history for 238 Maxwell St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,347 (+7.9%)
$99,760 + $242,760
$342,520
2024
$17,008 (+15.7%)
$99,760 + $242,760
$342,520
2023
$14,699 (+34.8%)
$99,760 + $228,320
$328,080
2022
$10,904 (−8.8%)
$65,160 + $185,840
$251,000
2021
$11,956 (+22.7%)
$31,920 + $201,160
$233,080
2020
$9,745 (+5.3%)
$31,920 + $201,160
$233,080
2019
$9,257 (+2.4%)
$31,920 + $180,080
$212,000
2018
$9,043 (−8.0%)
$31,920 + $179,520
$211,440
2017
$9,829 (+164.7%)
$31,920 + $179,520
$211,440
2016
$3,714 (+9.2%)
$31,920 + $123,280
$155,200
2014
$3,400 (−25.8%)
$31,920 + $107,440
$139,360
2013
$4,580 (+183.4%)
$31,904 + $96,056
$127,960
2012
$1,616 (−59.2%)
$85,760 + $42,200
$127,960
2011
$3,959 (+222.5%)
$32,000 + $80,520
$112,520
2010
$1,228 (+144.3%)
$30,493 + $82,027
$112,520
2008
$502
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,044
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 213 03 190
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.
Interior Features: High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level
Kitchen Features: Pantry
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Other
Basement: Interior Entry, Partial, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Water Heater
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: See Exhibit
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
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: GPS Friendly
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Restaurant, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,044
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 213 03 190
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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