Off Market Nov 2025 for $1.6M

$1,648,319

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $10,334/mo

•

3,897

sq ft

253 Garland Ave, Decatur, GA 30030

About this home

Welcome to this stunning home in the highly desirable Oakhurst neighborhood of Decatur, where timeless character meets modern living. This spacious 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath residence offers open-concept living with a seamless flow between the gourmet kitchen, living area, and formal dining room perfect for both entertaining and everyday life. The main level features gleaming hardwood floors, high ceilings, abundant natural light, and a dedicated office ideal for remote work. Enjoy three covered porches for year-round outdoor living. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, each with an ensuite bath, plus an oversized laundry room with ample storage. The primary suite is a true retreat with two walk-in closets, a spa-inspired bath featuring a large rain shower and soaking tub, and a sunroom ideal for relaxing or the perfect workout/Peloton space. The oversized two-car garage includes built-in storage and a finished suite above, complete with one bedroom and one full bath perfect for guests, an au pair, or a college-aged child. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard oasis designed for entertaining and play, complete with a fire pit, bocce court, and raised vegetable gardens. Located in the heart of historic Oakhurst, this home is just moments from the neighborhood's vibrant village center filled with shops, restaurants, and art galleries, as well as highly rated Decatur schools. Enjoy the perfect blend of community spirit, walkability, and modern comfort this home truly has it all!

Single-familyProperty Type

2015Year Built

0.29 acresLot Size

$423Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Kevin Kilbride • Ansley Real Estate

Bought with Lisa Cronic • Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International

Source:FMLS #7670564

Redfin Estimate

$1,648,319

$43K since sold in November 2025$1,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 22.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.34M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$890,000
A
5 beds4 baths2,969 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$1,525,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths2,944 sq ft
106 W Hill St, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$1,550,000
C
6 beds5.5 baths3,535 sq ft
401 Ansley St, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD MAR 27, 2026
$999,999
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,053 sq ft
451 E Pharr Rd, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD APR 10, 2026
$1,570,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths3,750 sq ft
211 W Hill St, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,529,000
F
5 beds4 baths3,088 sq ft
538 Ansley St, Decatur, GA 30030

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Market trends in 30030, GA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$692K

$29K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

149

17 MoM

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Sale history for 253 Garland Ave

Date

Event

Price

FMLS #7670564

Nov 20, 2025

Sold

$1,605,000

$412/sq ft

Oct 28, 2025

Contingent

—

Oct 28, 2025

Relisted

—

Oct 27, 2025

Contingent

—

Oct 23, 2025

Listed

$1,550,000

$398/sq ft

GAMLS #10630183

Nov 20, 2025

Sold

$1,605,000

$412/sq ft

Oct 28, 2025

Contingent

—

Oct 28, 2025

Relisted

—

Oct 27, 2025

Contingent

—

Oct 23, 2025

Listed

$1,550,000

$398/sq ft

FMLS #5561624

Nov 4, 2016

Price Changed

$879,000

$226/sq ft

Aug 28, 2015

Price Changed

$885,500

$227/sq ft

Aug 27, 2015

Sold

$885,500

$227/sq ft

Aug 15, 2015

Contingent

—

Jun 29, 2015

Listed

$879,000

$226/sq ft

Another stunning home by Stoney River Homes within walking distance to Oakhurst Village & McKoy Park! Upgrades/design features: high-end convection oven/microwave, gas stove w/griddle, soft close cabinetry, butler's pantry w/wine cooler; formal dining w/coffered ceiling; main level office w/built-ins & closet, hardwoods main level, stairs, upstairs hall & master bdrm; en suite baths; sunroom/office in master suite; custom closet shelving his/hers in master & kitchen pantry; mudroom; screened-in porch; 2-car garage w/unfinished room above. MOVE IN BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS!

FMLS #5294703

Feb 10, 2016

Price Changed

$300,000

$77/sq ft

Jun 4, 2015

Price Changed

$309,000

$79/sq ft

Aug 7, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Aug 5, 2014

Sold

$309,000

$79/sq ft

Jul 9, 2014

Pending

—

Jun 26, 2014

Contingent

—

Jun 20, 2014

Relisted

—

Jun 10, 2014

Pending

—

May 30, 2014

Contingent

—

May 23, 2014

Listed

$300,000

$77/sq ft

GAMLS #7275140

Nov 18, 2015

Price Changed

$300,000

$77/sq ft

Aug 5, 2014

Sold

$309,000

$79/sq ft

Jun 26, 2014

Pending

—

Jun 24, 2014

Price Changed

$309,000

$79/sq ft

Jun 20, 2014

Relisted

—

May 30, 2014

Pending

—

May 23, 2014

Listed

$300,000

$77/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 6, 2014

Sold

$309,000

$79/sq ft

Public Records

May 12, 2014

Sold

$250,000

$64/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$22,451 (+176,675.9%)

$140,280 + $384,000

$524,280

2024

$13 (−99.9%)

$140,280 + $384,000

$524,280

2023

$19,432 (+9.4%)

$140,280 + $339,320

$479,600

2022

$17,765 (+2.7%)

$138,720 + $266,080

$404,800

2021

$17,295 (+0.4%)

$66,000 + $311,560

$377,560

2020

$17,224 (+3.5%)

$66,000 + $311,560

$377,560

2019

$16,649 (+5.2%)

$66,000 + $311,040

$377,040

2018

$15,831 (−1.8%)

$66,000 + $300,520

$366,520

2017

$16,119 (+238.0%)

$66,000 + $300,520

$366,520

2016

$4,769 (+706.9%)

$66,000 + $278,240

$344,240

2014

$591 (+0.3%)

$59,716 + $63,880

$123,596

2013

$589 (+50.7%)

$26,540 + $58,420

$84,960

2012

$391 (−66.2%)

$66,480 + $18,480

$84,960

2011

$1,155 (+208.0%)

$41,200 + $48,560

$89,760

2010

$375 (+17.2%)

$41,200 + $48,560

$89,760

2008

$320

Tax history for 253 Garland Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$22,451 (+176,675.9%)

$140,280 + $384,000

$524,280

2024

$13 (−99.9%)

$140,280 + $384,000

$524,280

2023

$19,432 (+9.4%)

$140,280 + $339,320

$479,600

2022

$17,765 (+2.7%)

$138,720 + $266,080

$404,800

2021

$17,295 (+0.4%)

$66,000 + $311,560

$377,560

2020

$17,224 (+3.5%)

$66,000 + $311,560

$377,560

2019

$16,649 (+5.2%)

$66,000 + $311,040

$377,040

2018

$15,831 (−1.8%)

$66,000 + $300,520

$366,520

2017

$16,119 (+238.0%)

$66,000 + $300,520

$366,520

2016

$4,769 (+706.9%)

$66,000 + $278,240

$344,240

2014

$591 (+0.3%)

$59,716 + $63,880

$123,596

2013

$589 (+50.7%)

$26,540 + $58,420

$84,960

2012

$391 (−66.2%)

$66,480 + $18,480

$84,960

2011

$1,155 (+208.0%)

$41,200 + $48,560

$89,760

2010

$375 (+17.2%)

$41,200 + $48,560

$89,760

2008

$320

*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

Baths

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

12,632

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,897

Year built

2015

Style

Single Family Residential

County

DeKalb County

APN

15 203 01 016

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Views, Green

Last updated by owner on Mar 23, 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: 2
Parking Features: Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
Open Parking: Yes

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower

Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan,Oversized Master

Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Interior Features: Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, His and Hers Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood

Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry Walk-In,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Seats 12+
Room Type: Bonus Room, Sun Room

Exterior

Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard
Roof: Other
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: See Remarks
Other Structures: Carriage House
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Green Building Verification Type: EarthCraft Home
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
TaxLegalDescription: PB 12 PG 114

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Other

Location

Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0

School Information
Elementary School: Winnona Park/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur

Location Information
Directions: GPS
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA

Community Information
Community Features: Gated, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Street Lights

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,897
Stories: 1.7
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2015
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 203 01 016
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green

Home facts updated by owner on Mar 23, 2026

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Schools

Fifth Avenue Elementary School

Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Beacon Hill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

9/10

Decatur High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

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Decatur, GA • 30030

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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.57M – $1.90M

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Home values near 253 Garland Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
245 Garland Ave, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2042 Sq. Ft.	$807,760
241 Garland Ave, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$649,346

Address	Redfin Estimate
257 Garland Ave, Decatur, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3547 Sq. Ft.	$716,346
237 Garland Ave, Decatur, GA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3300 Sq. Ft.	$1,074,500

Address	Redfin Estimate
234 Garland Ave, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 900 Sq. Ft.	$518,811
250 Garland Ave, Decatur, GA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1213 Sq. Ft.	$510,550

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