Welcome to the most desirable streets in Decatur where friendly neighbors host block parties almost monthly. One Level Living is reimagined with this Cape Cod charmer featuring open concept kitchen, dining and great room space that flows into the lush, flat backyard, helping you watch over your loved ones and making entertaining a piece of cake! Oversized windows allow for natural light to permeate every room. Only the slab and masonary fireplace remain from this massive 2008 renovation, then again in 2013. Tons of storage throughout. Situated behind Glenlake Park.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$461Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Lisa Cronic• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Bought with Natalie Gregory• Compass
Source:FMLS #6545511
Redfin Estimate
$1,225,585
$391K since sold in May 2019$7,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 18% higher than the average sale price ($1.04M) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to the most desirable streets in Decatur where friendly neighbors host block parties almost monthly. One Level Living is reimagined with this Cape Cod charmer featuring open concept kitchen, dining and great room space that flows into the lush, flat backyard, helping you watch over your loved ones and making entertaining a piece of cake! Oversized windows allow for natural light to permeate every room. Only the slab and masonary fireplace remain from this massive 2008 renovation, then again in 2013. Tons of storage throughout. Situated behind Glenlake Park.
Public Records
Jun 21, 2011
Sold
$568,000
$214/sq ft
FMLS #4210994
Jun 21, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 14, 2011
Sold
$568,000
$214/sq ft
May 6, 2011
Pending
—
Apr 16, 2011
Listed
$589,000
$222/sq ft
Best in Show & built to entertain in walk to pubs Decatur within tried & true Glenwood Estates; most open floorplan & EZ stepless living w/Grand Viking kitchen, your party adores a huge central island opens wide 2 Stunning stone fireplace soars to beamed cathedral great room + French Doors everywhere to 3 season screened keeping room & alfesco dining porch &Tennesse Stone patio + garden wall artfully accent a view to a very inviting&private(perfect for dogs) backyard w/similar view from Master Suite features biggest walk-in closet & stylish BA. ++cozy den & full BA.
Public Records
Sep 21, 2006
Sold
$375,900
$141/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 18, 1993
Sold
$123,000
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 30, 1980
Sold
$57,800
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,837 (−1.0%)
$139,800 + $274,280
$414,080
2024
$14,992 (+2.0%)
$139,800 + $274,280
$414,080
2023
$14,700 (−1.9%)
$113,400 + $243,080
$356,480
2022
$14,978 (+2.5%)
$113,400 + $209,280
$322,680
2021
$14,615 (+2.8%)
$54,520 + $267,880
$322,400
2020
$14,214 (+4.5%)
$54,520 + $267,880
$322,400
2019
$13,602 (+21.8%)
$54,520 + $259,360
$313,880
2018
$11,165 (−7.1%)
$54,520 + $210,160
$264,680
2017
$12,022 (+95.5%)
$54,520 + $210,160
$264,680
2016
$6,148 (+47.0%)
$48,040 + $214,440
$262,480
2014
$4,182 (+4.6%)
$48,040 + $191,960
$240,000
2013
$3,999 (+390.6%)
$31,980 + $119,260
$151,240
2012
$815 (−81.0%)
$103,200 + $48,040
$151,240
2011
$4,293 (+478.6%)
$32,000 + $119,240
$151,240
2010
$742 (+47.0%)
$36,720 + $114,520
$151,240
2008
$505
Tax history for 256 Mount Vernon Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,837 (−1.0%)
$139,800 + $274,280
$414,080
2024
$14,992 (+2.0%)
$139,800 + $274,280
$414,080
2023
$14,700 (−1.9%)
$113,400 + $243,080
$356,480
2022
$14,978 (+2.5%)
$113,400 + $209,280
$322,680
2021
$14,615 (+2.8%)
$54,520 + $267,880
$322,400
2020
$14,214 (+4.5%)
$54,520 + $267,880
$322,400
2019
$13,602 (+21.8%)
$54,520 + $259,360
$313,880
2018
$11,165 (−7.1%)
$54,520 + $210,160
$264,680
2017
$12,022 (+95.5%)
$54,520 + $210,160
$264,680
2016
$6,148 (+47.0%)
$48,040 + $214,440
$262,480
2014
$4,182 (+4.6%)
$48,040 + $191,960
$240,000
2013
$3,999 (+390.6%)
$31,980 + $119,260
$151,240
2012
$815 (−81.0%)
$103,200 + $48,040
$151,240
2011
$4,293 (+478.6%)
$32,000 + $119,240
$151,240
2010
$742 (+47.0%)
$36,720 + $114,520
$151,240
2008
$505
*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
3
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.38 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,517
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 007 07 124
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.
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level, Mud Room
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets White,Kitchen Island,Pantry Walk-In,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Other Equipment: Air Purifier, Irrigation Equipment
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric Air Filter
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Glennwood
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Decatur, head down E Ponce de Leon Ave and left at Glendale and stay left. Take second Mount Vernon right (it's a circle). Home on the right. #256.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,517
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 007 07 124
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
New Glennwood Elementary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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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