Charming from the curb and backed by Shoal Creek hardwoods, this City of Decatur cottage is more than it appears: a full 4 bedroom, 2 bath home plus a self-contained 2 bed / 1 bath apartment, in one of intown Atlanta's most walkable and sought-after neighborhoods. The main house opens into a living room with refinished hardwood floors and crown molding, flowing through an arched doorway into a dedicated dining room — a layout that feels both classic and livable. The kitchen has gas cooking, stainless appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Step out back and you're on a private deck- ready for summertime grilling. Two bedrooms and a full baths on the main level. Upstairs, two vaulted dormer bedrooms with tree-level views, a full bath, and a dedicated laundry room. The lower level is a fully self-contained 2 bed / 1 bath walk-out apartment with a private entrance, windows on all four sides, gas kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a sweet beadboard bath — no interior connection to the main house, brand new HVAC in 2026. Live upstairs, rent downstairs, and let the numbers work in your favor in one of the most sought-after zip codes in metro Atlanta. Fresh paint inside and out. Newer roof and HVAC on the main level. Winnona Park and Legacy Park are within a short walk. Avondale Estates' newly pedestrian-friendly downtown is right around the corner. Two MARTA stations within easy reach. City of Decatur schools throughout. Flood insurance in place at $1,200/year- house has never flooded. Generous off-street parking in rear. Across the street, the Decatur DDA is developing 252 S. Columbia into workforce housing near the Avondale MARTA corridor. --- That's your two-listing strategy — same property, two different buyer conversations. Ready to push both to Gmail?
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$222Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Sara Mosser• Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Contact: 404-541-3500
Bought with Summer Schmidt• Schmidt’s Creek Realty
Source:FMLS #7778392
Redfin Estimate
$819,350
$234K since sold in July 2026$96K since October
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 15% lower than the average sale price ($964K) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $4,041 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 255 S Columbia Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7778392
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
$585,000
$222/sq ft
Jun 22, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 15, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 11, 2026
Price Changed
$585,000
$222/sq ft
May 28, 2026
Listed
$625,000
$237/sq ft
GAMLS #10775632
Jun 25, 2026
Listed
$585,000
$222/sq ft
Jun 15, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 11, 2026
Price Changed
$585,000
$222/sq ft
May 28, 2026
Listed
$625,000
$237/sq ft
GAMLS #10775724
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
$585,000
$222/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 24, 2026
Sold
$585,000
$222/sq ft
Jun 15, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 11, 2026
Price Changed
$585,000
$222/sq ft
May 28, 2026
Listed
$625,000
$237/sq ft
Charming from the curb and backed by Shoal Creek hardwoods, this City of Decatur cottage is more than it appears: a full 4 bedroom, 2 bath home plus a self-contained 2 bed / 1 bath apartment, in one of intown Atlanta's most walkable and sought-after neighborhoods. The main house opens into a living room with refinished hardwood floors and crown molding, flowing through an arched doorway into a dedicated dining room - a layout that feels both classic and livable. The kitchen has gas cooking, stainless appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Step out back and you're on a private deck- ready for summertime grilling. Two bedrooms and a full baths on the main level. Upstairs, two vaulted dormer bedrooms with tree-level views, a full bath, and a dedicated laundry room. The lower level is a fully self-contained 2 bed / 1 bath walk-out apartment with a private entrance, windows on all four sides, gas kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a sweet beadboard bath - no interior connection to the main house, brand new HVAC in 2026. Live upstairs, rent downstairs, and let the numbers work in your favor in one of the most sought-after zip codes in metro Atlanta. Fresh paint inside and out. Newer roof and HVAC on the main level. Winnona Park and Legacy Park are within a short walk. Avondale Estates' newly pedestrian-friendly downtown is right around the corner. Two MARTA stations within easy reach. City of Decatur schools throughout. Flood insurance in place at $1,200/year- house has never flooded. Generous off-street parking in rear. Across the street, the Decatur DDA is developing 252 S. Columbia into workforce housing near the Avondale MARTA corridor. --- That's your two-listing strategy - same property, two different buyer conversations. Ready to push both to Gmail?
GAMLS #10733107
May 28, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$599,900
$227/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 3, 2003
Sold
$310,000
$117/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 26, 1999
Sold
$224,500
$85/sq ft
Public Records
May 12, 1998
Sold
$185,600
$70/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 8, 1997
Sold
$78,000
$30/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 7, 1985
Sold
$30,200
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,309 (+6.5%)
$79,520 + $157,360
$236,880
2024
$9,683 (−42.8%)
$79,520 + $157,360
$236,880
2023
$16,936 (+107.3%)
$79,520 + $144,080
$223,600
2022
$8,171 (−44.0%)
$47,120 + $114,120
$161,240
2021
$14,600 (+74.0%)
$31,880 + $124,680
$156,560
2020
$8,391 (+10.2%)
$31,880 + $124,680
$156,560
2019
$7,617 (+10.2%)
$31,880 + $135,920
$167,800
2018
$6,915 (+0.3%)
$27,880 + $128,040
$155,920
2017
$6,894 (+75.4%)
$27,880 + $128,040
$155,920
2016
$3,931 (+15.1%)
$25,560 + $137,600
$163,160
2014
$3,414 (−0.4%)
$25,560 + $114,600
$140,160
2013
$3,429 (+440.6%)
$25,560 + $94,040
$119,600
2012
$634 (−83.2%)
$70,640 + $48,960
$119,600
2011
$3,772 (+553.2%)
$25,400 + $94,200
$119,600
2010
$578 (+13.2%)
$25,400 + $94,200
$119,600
2008
$510
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
2,640
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 234 07 012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 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.