Welcome to this beautifully maintained four-sides brick home nestled on a private, landscaped lot in the highly sought-after City of Decatur. Located within the award-winning City of Decatur School District, this home offers an unbeatable combination of top-tier education, vibrant community living, and serene privacy. Inside, you’ll find gleaming hardwood floors throughout, a thoughtfully updated kitchen, and modernized bathrooms designed for both style and comfort. The spacious layout flows seamlessly to a covered exterior porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying views of the peaceful backyard. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this exceptional home in one of metro Atlanta’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
7,840 sq ftLot Size
$484Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sajid Qureshi• Chapman Hall Realtors
Bought with Alex Tucker• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Source:FMLS #7624001
Redfin Estimate
$736,088
$97K since sold in October 2025$1,000 since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 8.6% higher than the average sale price ($678K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to this beautifully maintained four-sides brick home nestled on a private, landscaped lot in the highly sought-after City of Decatur. Located within the award-winning City of Decatur School District, this home offers an unbeatable combination of top-tier education, vibrant community living, and serene privacy. Inside, you'll find gleaming hardwood floors throughout, a thoughtfully updated kitchen, and modernized bathrooms designed for both style and comfort. The spacious layout flows seamlessly to a covered exterior porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying views of the peaceful backyard. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional home in one of metro Atlanta's most desirable neighborhoods.
Public Records
Nov 24, 2020
Sold
$405,000
$266/sq ft
FMLS #6786725
Oct 16, 2020
Sold
$405,000
$266/sq ft
Oct 6, 2020
Pending
—
Oct 1, 2020
Contingent
—
Sep 25, 2020
Listed
$399,000
$262/sq ft
Renovation opportunity on quiet non-through street in City of Decatur. Home is being sold as-is. Basement lot has 66’ of frontage, widening to 84’ across the back. (Overall lot dimensions are approximately 66’ x 121’ x 84’ x 94’.) Large unfinished basement with one-car drive-under garage. Beautiful residential street one block from Hidden Cove Park. Minutes from Historic Downtown Decatur, Emory/CDC, and much more. Popular City of Decatur schools.
GAMLS #8863658
Oct 16, 2020
Sold
$405,000
$266/sq ft
Oct 1, 2020
Contingent
—
Sep 25, 2020
Listed
$399,000
$262/sq ft
FMLS #3903602
Aug 24, 2009
Sold
$305,000
$201/sq ft
May 13, 2009
Listed
$309,900
$204/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 12, 2003
Sold
$300,000
$197/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 1999
Sold
$235,000
$155/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 6, 1990
Sold
$120,000
$79/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 15, 1985
Sold
$74,000
$49/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 8, 1982
Sold
$77,100
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,710 (+178,387.1%)
$82,320 + $125,360
$207,680
2024
$5 (−100.0%)
$82,320 + $125,360
$207,680
2023
$15,160 (+278,583.5%)
$74,680 + $133,720
$208,400
2022
$5 (−100.0%)
$74,680 + $92,640
$167,320
2021
$13,419 (+83.5%)
$40,000 + $111,360
$151,360
2020
$7,314 (+6.8%)
$40,000 + $111,360
$151,360
2019
$6,850 (+9.0%)
$40,000 + $116,640
$156,640
2018
$6,285 (+7.4%)
$40,000 + $107,520
$147,520
2017
$5,853 (+71.5%)
$40,000 + $107,520
$147,520
2016
$3,412 (+22.3%)
$36,720 + $90,160
$126,880
2014
$2,791 (−0.2%)
$36,720 + $97,120
$133,840
2013
$2,797 (+3,102.6%)
$80,920 + $23,080
$104,000
2012
$87 (−97.4%)
$80,920 + $34,080
$115,000
2011
$3,418 (+492.8%)
$36,000 + $83,400
$119,400
2010
$576 (+23.0%)
$36,000 + $83,400
$119,400
2008
$469
Tax history for 240 Chelsea Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,710 (+178,387.1%)
$82,320 + $125,360
$207,680
2024
$5 (−100.0%)
$82,320 + $125,360
$207,680
2023
$15,160 (+278,583.5%)
$74,680 + $133,720
$208,400
2022
$5 (−100.0%)
$74,680 + $92,640
$167,320
2021
$13,419 (+83.5%)
$40,000 + $111,360
$151,360
2020
$7,314 (+6.8%)
$40,000 + $111,360
$151,360
2019
$6,850 (+9.0%)
$40,000 + $116,640
$156,640
2018
$6,285 (+7.4%)
$40,000 + $107,520
$147,520
2017
$5,853 (+71.5%)
$40,000 + $107,520
$147,520
2016
$3,412 (+22.3%)
$36,720 + $90,160
$126,880
2014
$2,791 (−0.2%)
$36,720 + $97,120
$133,840
2013
$2,797 (+3,102.6%)
$80,920 + $23,080
$104,000
2012
$87 (−97.4%)
$80,920 + $34,080
$115,000
2011
$3,418 (+492.8%)
$36,000 + $83,400
$119,400
2010
$576 (+23.0%)
$36,000 + $83,400
$119,400
2008
$469
*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
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,521
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 004 19 049
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: 1
# of Total Parking: 3
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Other
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
Interior Features: Central Vacuum
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room
Dining Room Features: Great Room
Room Type: Other
Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: See Book and Page
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
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,521
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 004 19 049
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Westchester Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.3mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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