Located on one of the best streets in Oakhurst - a short walk to the Village. This charming home features hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen countertops are reclaimed wood from a cotton factory. The large rear deck overlooks a spacious, level backyard. Rear patio with outdoor fireplace is also plumbed for an outdoor shower. Main level hosts one bedroom, an office/potential 2nd bedroom and full bathroom. Finished terrace level has three additional bedrooms with a full bathroom. A fantastic price for the amount of livable space in this home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
2 spacesParking
Listed by NICOLE DAVIS• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Tristain Yankosky O'Donnell• About Sales, LLC
Source:FMLS #5542850
Redfin Estimate
$696,676
$277K since sold in July 2015$10K since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 7.7% higher than the average sale price ($647K) of 6 comparable homes.
Located on one of the best streets in Oakhurst - a short walk to the Village. This charming home features hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen countertops are reclaimed wood from a cotton factory. The large rear deck overlooks a spacious, level backyard. Rear patio with outdoor fireplace is also plumbed for an outdoor shower. Main level hosts one bedroom, an office/potential 2nd bedroom and full bathroom. Finished terrace level has three additional bedrooms with a full bathroom. A fantastic price for the amount of livable space in this home!
Public Records
Jan 11, 2006
Sold
$219,000
Public Records
Jun 30, 1998
Sold
$81,500
Public Records
May 27, 1998
Sold
$152,000
Public Records
Apr 23, 1993
Sold
$31,261
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,581 (+6.3%)
$99,760 + $141,360
$241,120
2024
$9,950 (−46.4%)
$99,760 + $141,360
$241,120
2023
$18,548 (+102.8%)
$99,760 + $127,160
$226,920
2022
$9,144 (−46.7%)
$65,160 + $131,320
$196,480
2021
$17,167 (+96.3%)
$31,920 + $154,360
$186,280
2020
$8,748 (+5.5%)
$31,920 + $154,360
$186,280
2019
$8,289 (+15.9%)
$31,920 + $151,880
$183,800
2018
$7,151 (−2.6%)
$31,920 + $130,800
$162,720
2017
$7,340 (+136.8%)
$31,920 + $130,800
$162,720
2016
$3,100 (+7.9%)
$31,920 + $117,040
$148,960
2014
$2,873 (+12.0%)
$31,920 + $77,000
$108,920
2013
$2,564 (+145.7%)
$31,904 + $50,736
$82,640
2012
$1,044 (−65.1%)
$65,212 + $17,428
$82,640
2011
$2,989 (+231.6%)
$32,000 + $50,640
$82,640
2010
$902 (+1.9%)
$32,000 + $50,640
$82,640
2008
$885
Tax history for 240 Madison Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,581 (+6.3%)
$99,760 + $141,360
$241,120
2024
$9,950 (−46.4%)
$99,760 + $141,360
$241,120
2023
$18,548 (+102.8%)
$99,760 + $127,160
$226,920
2022
$9,144 (−46.7%)
$65,160 + $131,320
$196,480
2021
$17,167 (+96.3%)
$31,920 + $154,360
$186,280
2020
$8,748 (+5.5%)
$31,920 + $154,360
$186,280
2019
$8,289 (+15.9%)
$31,920 + $151,880
$183,800
2018
$7,151 (−2.6%)
$31,920 + $130,800
$162,720
2017
$7,340 (+136.8%)
$31,920 + $130,800
$162,720
2016
$3,100 (+7.9%)
$31,920 + $117,040
$148,960
2014
$2,873 (+12.0%)
$31,920 + $77,000
$108,920
2013
$2,564 (+145.7%)
$31,904 + $50,736
$82,640
2012
$1,044 (−65.1%)
$65,212 + $17,428
$82,640
2011
$2,989 (+231.6%)
$32,000 + $50,640
$82,640
2010
$902 (+1.9%)
$32,000 + $50,640
$82,640
2008
$885
*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
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,672
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 212 01 164
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 Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Carport, Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only,Skylights
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Decorative
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs, High Speed Internet
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Lower Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Other Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Family Room, Office
Basement: Daylight, Driveway Access, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Roof: Metal
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Oakhurst Village - East Lake Dr to Left on Johnston Pl, Left on Madison Ave. House is on your left.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Playground, Public Transportation, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,672
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 212 01 164
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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