Oakhurst Craftsman built by Arlene Dean, perfectly sited on East Lake with alley access lot affording easiest access to Midtown Atlanta. Better than new with mature landscaping and custom interior shutters. HUGE kitchen with giant central island, wall of built-ins in open concept family room. Chef’s kitchen, 6 burner cooktop with griddle, double ovens, butler's pantry. Stunning central stairwell with Arlene's sensibly styled rustic wood accent wall. Wonderful porches, open air front and a screened back that walks out onto private patio with brick terrace wall. Flat manageable back lawn. Rear alley affords wonderful neighborhood community lane for safe kid zone and easy vehicle access plus security gate at front. Dreamy owner's suite with spa-styled bath and private view to rear yard upstairs. 2 additional bedrooms up with double vanity additional bath. Dedicated upstairs laundry with open barn door loft - perfect for a wonderful home school zone. Guest Suite on main, plus powder room, dining room, excellent butler's pantry, and dreamy breakfast niche with banquette style seating. Perfect mudroom with separate back yard access. Huge, open basement with kitchenette and 2 generous sized teen suite bedrooms and bath. Additional room in basement that can serve as home office, workshop, or exercise room. Ample storage throughout.
Single-familyProperty Type
2015Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$325Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by FRANK WYNNE• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Bought with Tristain Yankosky O'Donnell• About Sales, LLC
Source:FMLS #6850985
Redfin Estimate
$1,526,332
$381K since sold in April 2021$6,000 since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 11.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.37M) of 6 comparable homes.
1915 Bungalow in Oakhurst-ready for renovation - Tall Ceilings,Hdw Floors,2 FP,FULL Basement,FULL Attic w/ Tall Ceilings-Sep LR&DR+Butler's Pantry + Den; Open Kitchen-Home has CHVAC-,Circuit Breakers,Good Roof,Large Orchid Greenhouse in Back-A fabulous find! Bring your renovators today -Home is larger than it looks!
Public Records
May 19, 2015
Sold
$885,000
$188/sq ft
FMLS #5507459
May 18, 2015
Price Changed
$885,000
$188/sq ft
May 18, 2015
Sold
$885,000
$188/sq ft
May 18, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2015
Price Changed
$899,000
$191/sq ft
Mar 23, 2015
Contingent
—
Mar 10, 2015
Listed
$899,000
$191/sq ft
INCREDIBLE Modern Classic Bungalow by Arlene Dean that's "Smart Home Ready". If you're looking for space, this is your home. Leave your car parked. Walk to Oakhurst Village, Downtown Decatur, MARTA & School from this central location. Expansive first floor, with open kitchen/family room, dining room, bedroom, full bath and huge front and back porches. Upstairs M/B/R suite plus 2 bedrooms, full bath and a large loft w/ laundry room. Full finished basement with large rec room, 2 bedrooms, bath, kitchenette and storage room. Alley access to 2 Car GAZEBO STYLE CARPORT.
FMLS #5270889
Mar 10, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 2015
Price Changed
$925,000
$197/sq ft
Jan 2, 2015
Listed
$950,000
$202/sq ft
Dec 30, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Oct 6, 2014
Relisted
—
Oct 1, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Apr 2, 2014
Listed
$950,000
$202/sq ft
GAMLS #7202417
Sep 30, 2014
Price Changed
$275,000
$59/sq ft
Feb 3, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2014
Sold
$300,000
$64/sq ft
Jan 9, 2014
Pending
—
Jan 8, 2014
Price Changed
$300,000
$64/sq ft
Jan 6, 2014
Listed
$275,000
$59/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 4, 2014
Sold
$300,000
$64/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,877 (+0.2%)
$138,965 + $395,515
$534,480
2024
$22,838 (+19.2%)
$138,965 + $395,515
$534,480
2023
$19,157 (+1.9%)
$138,965 + $395,515
$534,480
2022
$18,800 (+4.6%)
$92,560 + $327,960
$420,520
2021
$17,978 (+4.0%)
$60,000 + $343,320
$403,320
2020
$17,284 (+3.4%)
$60,000 + $343,320
$403,320
2019
$16,711 (+7.9%)
$60,000 + $325,160
$385,160
2018
$15,489 (−7.2%)
$60,000 + $304,600
$364,600
2017
$16,691 (+85.4%)
$60,000 + $304,600
$364,600
2016
$9,003 (+577.4%)
$60,000 + $288,240
$348,240
2014
$1,329 (+12.4%)
$60,000 + $280,400
$340,400
2013
$1,183 (+357.8%)
$28,004 + $77,916
$105,920
2012
$258 (−90.9%)
$75,760 + $30,160
$105,920
2011
$2,850 (+507.4%)
$28,000 + $70,760
$98,760
2010
$469 (+15.1%)
$28,000 + $70,760
$98,760
2008
$408
Tax history for 249 E Lake Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,877 (+0.2%)
$138,965 + $395,515
$534,480
2024
$22,838 (+19.2%)
$138,965 + $395,515
$534,480
2023
$19,157 (+1.9%)
$138,965 + $395,515
$534,480
2022
$18,800 (+4.6%)
$92,560 + $327,960
$420,520
2021
$17,978 (+4.0%)
$60,000 + $343,320
$403,320
2020
$17,284 (+3.4%)
$60,000 + $343,320
$403,320
2019
$16,711 (+7.9%)
$60,000 + $325,160
$385,160
2018
$15,489 (−7.2%)
$60,000 + $304,600
$364,600
2017
$16,691 (+85.4%)
$60,000 + $304,600
$364,600
2016
$9,003 (+577.4%)
$60,000 + $288,240
$348,240
2014
$1,329 (+12.4%)
$60,000 + $280,400
$340,400
2013
$1,183 (+357.8%)
$28,004 + $77,916
$105,920
2012
$258 (−90.9%)
$75,760 + $30,160
$105,920
2011
$2,850 (+507.4%)
$28,000 + $70,760
$98,760
2010
$469 (+15.1%)
$28,000 + $70,760
$98,760
2008
$408
*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
6
Baths
4.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,038
Year built
2014
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 212 01 023
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
Parking Features: Driveway, Level Driveway, Parking Lot, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Whirlpool Tub
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen,Keeping Room,Pantry,Pantry Walk-In,Stone Counters,View to Family Room,Wine Rack
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: New Construction
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Green Energy Efficient: Doors, Insulation, Thermostat
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Underground Utilities
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Atlanta Mid-town go East on Piedmont, right onto East Lake Drive, toward Oakhurst. Within the City of Decatur, this new home is in the second block on right.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Marta, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,038
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2014
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 212 01 023
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Oakhurst Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.3mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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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