There are homes you admire, and then there are homes that simply feel special. Set on nearly half an acre in the heart of Oakhurst, 239 W Benson Street is a timeless classic where historic character, remarkable scale, beautiful outdoor living and one of Decatur’s most vibrant communities come together. Immediately inside the proportions are impressive. Soaring ceilings and extraordinarily tall windows flood the home with natural light, while beautiful wood floors with distinctive bespoke markings that speak to the home’s history bring warmth and character that simply cannot be replicated. Every room feels gracious yet inviting, preserving the soul of a historic home while offering the space and flexibility of modern life. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus a dedicated office, the floor plan offers wonderful versatility. The oversized primary suite is a destination of its own, with a private balcony, a wall of built-in storage and the kind of scale rarely encountered in a home of this era, a serene retreat tucked away from the main living spaces. Outside you are spoiled with a choice of multiple outdoor spaces that create places to dine under the trees, entertain friends, garden, play or simply enjoy the privacy and breathing room of an expansive property, all while living in the heart of Oakhurst. You know you will be living in this epic screened in porch year round! And Oakhurst isn't simply where you live; it's part of how you live. Just a block from Oakhurst Village for coffee, dinner or drinks, wander through the beloved Wylde Center's Oakhurst Garden, jump on the PATH or make Saturday morning a ritual at the year-round Oakhurst Farmers Market, where local produce, baked goods, live music and chef demonstrations bring neighbors together. Parks, playgrounds, restaurants, neighborhood gathering spots, MARTA and City Schools of Decatur are all woven into daily life and offer an unbeatable lifestyle quality. And then there is PORCHFEST, one of the traditions that captures Oakhurst better than almost anything else. For one unforgettable day, porches become stages, yards become venues and the neighborhood fills with music, neighbors and visitors wandering from performance to performance. With roughly 200 acts spread throughout Oakhurst, it is grassroots community at its absolute best—and when you live here, it's happening in your neighborhood. Not forgetting close proximity to Downtown Decatur and nearby Hosea & 2nd Hub, spoilt for choice is an understatement. Behind all of this historic beauty are significant recent improvements for the home's next chapter, including a 2025 new roof, full exterior painting in 2025 and a 2026 AquaGuard basement system creating HUGE storage potential, plus many documented additional improvements throughout. 239 W Benson Street isn't trying to recreate the character of historic Oakhurst—it is part of it.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$499Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Alex Smith Meier• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Listed by Christine Aiken• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Contact: 404-564-5560
Bought with Kim Orr• Harry Norman Realtors
Source:FMLS #7826992
Redfin Estimate
$956,287
$16K since sold in October 2026$53K since September
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 20.8% higher than the average sale price ($791K) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $3,788 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 239 W Benson St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7826992
Oct 13, 2026
Sold
$972,000
$499/sq ft
Sep 20, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 10, 2026
Listed
$925,000
$475/sq ft
GAMLS #10843026
Oct 13, 2026
Sold
$972,000
$499/sq ft
Sep 20, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 10, 2026
Listed
$925,000
$475/sq ft
There are homes you admire, and then there are homes that simply feel special. Set on nearly half an acre in the heart of Oakhurst, 239 W Benson Street is a timeless classic where historic character, remarkable scale, beautiful outdoor living and one of Decatur's most vibrant communities come together. Immediately inside the proportions are impressive. Soaring ceilings and extraordinarily tall windows flood the home with natural light, while beautiful wood floors with distinctive bespoke markings that speak to the home's history bring warmth and character that simply cannot be replicated. Every room feels gracious yet inviting, preserving the soul of a historic home while offering the space and flexibility of modern life. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus a dedicated office, the floor plan offers wonderful versatility. The oversized primary suite is a destination of its own, with a private balcony, a wall of built-in storage and the kind of scale rarely encountered in a home of this era, a serene retreat tucked away from the main living spaces. Outside you are spoiled with a choice of multiple outdoor spaces that create places to dine under the trees, entertain friends, garden, play or simply enjoy the privacy and breathing room of an expansive property, all while living in the heart of Oakhurst. You know you will be living in this epic screened in porch year round! And Oakhurst isn't simply where you live; it's part of how you live. Just a block from Oakhurst Village for coffee, dinner or drinks, wander through the beloved Wylde Center's Oakhurst Garden, jump on the PATH or make Saturday morning a ritual at the year-round Oakhurst Farmers Market, where local produce, baked goods, live music and chef demonstrations bring neighbors together. Parks, playgrounds, restaurants, neighborhood gathering spots, MARTA and City Schools of Decatur are all woven into daily life and offer an unbeatable lifestyle quality. And then there is PORCHFEST, one of the traditions that captures Oakhurst better than almost anything else. For one unforgettable day, porches become stages, yards become venues and the neighborhood fills with music, neighbors and visitors wandering from performance to performance. With roughly 200 acts spread throughout Oakhurst, it is grassroots community at its absolute best-and when you live here, it's happening in your neighborhood. Not forgetting close proximity to Downtown Decatur and nearby Hosea & 2nd Hub, spoilt for choice is an understatement. Behind all of this historic beauty are significant recent improvements for the home's next chapter, including a 2025 new roof, full exterior painting in 2025 and a 2026 AquaGuard basement system creating HUGE storage potential, plus many documented additional improvements throughout. 239 W Benson Street isn't trying to recreate the character of historic Oakhurst-it is part of it.
GAMLS #7007467
Oct 24, 2013
Price Changed
$442,500
$227/sq ft
Jan 7, 2013
Sold
$442,500
$227/sq ft
Nov 15, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Nov 11, 2012
Price Changed
$449,000
$230/sq ft
Nov 5, 2012
Price Changed
$449,000
$230/sq ft
Oct 18, 2012
Listed
$459,900
$236/sq ft
1928 craftsman bungalow in Oakhurst with high ceilings, fireplace, French doors, hardwood floors and a fantastic master suite addition is a two-minute walk to Oakhurst village. The kitchen and all three baths have been updated/renovated. There is lots of storage! The large screened porch, deck, and balcony off the master bring the outdoors inside. It is on a private corner lot with a well maintained yard.
Public Records
Jan 9, 2013
Sold
$442,500
$227/sq ft
FMLS #5075339
Jan 14, 2013
Price Changed
$442,500
$227/sq ft
Jan 14, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jan 7, 2013
Sold
$442,500
$227/sq ft
Jan 7, 2013
Price Changed
$449,000
$230/sq ft
Nov 19, 2012
Pending
—
Nov 15, 2012
Contingent
—
Nov 5, 2012
Price Changed
$449,000
$230/sq ft
Oct 18, 2012
Listed
$459,900
$236/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 26, 2002
Sold
$257,200
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 4, 1997
Sold
$120,400
$62/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 15, 1981
Sold
$15,600
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,595 (+5.7%)
$128,080 + $196,160
$324,240
2024
$12,857 (+6.7%)
$128,080 + $196,160
$324,240
2023
$12,050 (+11.2%)
$128,080 + $179,200
$307,280
2022
$10,831 (+3.9%)
$163,640 + $101,080
$264,720
2021
$10,425 (−12.5%)
$26,560 + $204,840
$231,400
2020
$11,915 (+4.6%)
$26,560 + $204,840
$231,400
2019
$11,393 (+6.3%)
$26,560 + $186,200
$212,760
2018
$10,720 (+3.9%)
$26,560 + $180,800
$207,360
2017
$10,318 (+65.5%)
$26,560 + $180,800
$207,360
2016
$6,235 (+67.8%)
$26,560 + $169,480
$196,040
2014
$3,716 (+65.5%)
$26,560 + $168,080
$194,640
2013
$2,245 (+345.3%)
$26,540 + $70,260
$96,800
2012
$504 (−84.2%)
$66,480 + $30,320
$96,800
2011
$3,181 (+523.9%)
$41,200 + $65,400
$106,600
2010
$510 (+14.3%)
$41,200 + $65,400
$106,600
2008
$446
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,875
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 214 04 084
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 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 Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Half Baths: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features: Bookcases, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Window Treatments
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Pillar/Post/Pier
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: On FMLS DOCS
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
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
Middle Or Junior School: Beacon Hill
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: GPS is Accurate
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,875
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 214 04 084
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
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
Provided by GreatSchools
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