Discover the perfect HANDYMAN special in the heart of Decatur! Welcome to 2390 Mellville Ave., Decatur, GA 30032, a rare opportunity bursting with potential and surrounded by growth. This 5-bedroom, 3-bath, four-sided brick home sits in one of metro Atlanta's hottest pockets-just minutes from East Lake, Buena Vista Lake, MARTA, entertainment, and downtown making commuting and city access a breeze. Located near newly built and fully renovated million-dollar luxury homes, this property offers the ideal canvas for your next successful project. Whether you're an investor seeking a profitable renovation or a visionary ready to create a stunning forever home, the upside here is undeniable. Step inside and imagine the possibilities. With 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a layout waiting for your creativity, this home can easily be transformed into a modern masterpiece. The large backyard provides endless potential for outdoor living, gardens, play spaces, or an entertainer's patio. The level front yard adds to the charm and curb appeal possibilities. Property is SOLD AS-IS, Cash Only, making it perfect for investors who know a great opportunity when they see one. Don't miss your chance to bring this Decatur gem back to life!
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
1 spaceParking
Listed by TINA JONES• X Factor Realty Group, Inc.
Contact: 678-984-3115
Bought with Samee Bhamani• Atlanta Communities
Source:FMLS #7697382
Redfin Estimate
$314,130
$64K since sold in February 2026$4,000 since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 22.9% lower than the average sale price ($408K) of 6 comparable homes.
Discover the perfect HANDYMAN special in the heart of Decatur! Welcome to 2390 Mellville Ave., Decatur, GA 30032, a rare opportunity bursting with potential and surrounded by growth. This 5-bedroom, 3-bath, four-sided brick home sits in one of metro Atlanta's hottest pockets-just minutes from East Lake, Buena Vista Lake, MARTA, entertainment, and downtown making commuting and city access a breeze. Located near newly built and fully renovated million-dollar luxury homes, this property offers the ideal canvas for your next successful project. Whether you're an investor seeking a profitable renovation or a visionary ready to create a stunning forever home, the upside here is undeniable. Step inside and imagine the possibilities. With 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a layout waiting for your creativity, this home can easily be transformed into a modern masterpiece. The large backyard provides endless potential for outdoor living, gardens, play spaces, or an entertainer's patio. The level front yard adds to the charm and curb appeal possibilities. Property is SOLD AS-IS, Cash Only, making it perfect for investors who know a great opportunity when they see one. Don't miss your chance to bring this Decatur gem back to life!
GAMLS #10643096
Dec 31, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Nov 13, 2025
Listed
$305,000
FMLS #3434318
May 17, 2007
Sold
$140,000
Mar 4, 2007
Listed
$152,500
Public Records
Oct 1, 1997
Sold
$86,000
Public Records
Jan 5, 1993
Sold
$15,000
Public Records
Dec 10, 1990
Sold
$68,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,455 (−6.0%)
$69,960 + $46,560
$116,520
2024
$3,676 (+30.6%)
$69,960 + $46,560
$116,520
2023
$2,814 (−3.2%)
$69,960 + $51,400
$121,360
2022
$2,905 (+1.3%)
$35,200 + $55,040
$90,240
2021
$2,868 (+57.3%)
$35,200 + $53,440
$88,640
2020
$1,823 (+1.0%)
$35,200 + $53,440
$88,640
2019
$1,805 (−0.5%)
$6,320 + $47,920
$54,240
2018
$1,814 (−2.8%)
$6,320 + $48,400
$54,720
2017
$1,866 (+19.8%)
$6,320 + $48,400
$54,720
2016
$1,557 (+100.9%)
$6,320 + $40,280
$46,600
2014
$775 (+56.1%)
$6,320 + $31,760
$38,080
2013
$496 (−3.0%)
$2,080 + $13,680
$15,760
2012
$512 (−35.5%)
$2,080 + $13,680
$15,760
2011
$793 (−60.1%)
$2,640 + $20,928
$23,568
2010
$1,989 (−7.3%)
$17,677 + $41,043
$58,720
2008
$2,146
Tax history for 2390 Mellville Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,455 (−6.0%)
$69,960 + $46,560
$116,520
2024
$3,676 (+30.6%)
$69,960 + $46,560
$116,520
2023
$2,814 (−3.2%)
$69,960 + $51,400
$121,360
2022
$2,905 (+1.3%)
$35,200 + $55,040
$90,240
2021
$2,868 (+57.3%)
$35,200 + $53,440
$88,640
2020
$1,823 (+1.0%)
$35,200 + $53,440
$88,640
2019
$1,805 (−0.5%)
$6,320 + $47,920
$54,240
2018
$1,814 (−2.8%)
$6,320 + $48,400
$54,720
2017
$1,866 (+19.8%)
$6,320 + $48,400
$54,720
2016
$1,557 (+100.9%)
$6,320 + $40,280
$46,600
2014
$775 (+56.1%)
$6,320 + $31,760
$38,080
2013
$496 (−3.0%)
$2,080 + $13,680
$15,760
2012
$512 (−35.5%)
$2,080 + $13,680
$15,760
2011
$793 (−60.1%)
$2,640 + $20,928
$23,568
2010
$1,989 (−7.3%)
$17,677 + $41,043
$58,720
2008
$2,146
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,919
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 171 16 015
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-75
Residential Medium Lot-75 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of ten thousand square feet; To provide for compatible infill development in neighborhoods; To provide protections for existing development as new subdivisions are created; To provide flexibility in design on the interior of new development while protecting surrounding development; To assure that the uses and structures authorized in the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District are those uses and structures designed to serve the housing, recreational, educational, religious, and social needs of the neighborhood; To provide for appropriately sized accessible and useable open space in new developments for health, recreational and social opportunities for county residents; To implement the future development map of the county's most current comprehensive plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Golf related
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Carport, Kitchen Level
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Roommate Floor Plan,Split Bedroom Plan
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: McNair - Dekalb
High School: McNair
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Atlanta, head east on Memorial Dr. Continue straight toward Decatur. Turn left on Columbia Dr, then right onto Glenwood Rd. Continue to Candler Rd and turn left. Make a right onto McAfee Rd, then left on Mellville Ave. Home will be on your right at 2390 Mellville Ave, Decatur, GA 30032
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Restaurant, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,919
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 171 16 015
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
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Schools
Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
McNair Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
Mcnair High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
2/10
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