Charming bungalow on one of the best streets in Oakhurst. Open floorplan with tall ceilings and plenty of space for entertaining. Kitchen w/ stainless steel fridge & tiled floors. Large master addition with walk-in closet & skylights. Spacious bath w/ whirlpool tub. Upstairs bedroom makes a perfect media room or office. The deck overlooks the large fenced backyard. Large outbuilding for additional storage or workshop space. All systems recently replaced. City of Decatur Schools. Seconds to Oakhurst Village restaurants & park. Madison Ave hosts annual Soap Box Derby.
Single-familyProperty Type
1939Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
Listed by MICHAEL SMITH• Chapman Hall Realtors
Bought with Michael Culver• Keller Williams Realty Atl Perimeter
Source:FMLS #5791975
Redfin Estimate
$852,431
$436K since sold in March 2017$6,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 42.9% higher than the average sale price ($597K) of 6 comparable homes.
Charming bungalow on one of the best streets in Oakhurst. Open floorplan with tall ceilings and plenty of space for entertaining. Kitchen with stainless steel fridge and tiled floors. Large master addition with walk-in closet and skylights. Spacious bath with whirlpool tub. Upstairs bedroom makes a perfect media room or office. The deck overlooks the large fenced backyard. Large outbuilding for additional storage or workshop space. All systems recently replaced. City of Decatur Schools. Seconds to Oakhurst Village restaurants and park. Madison Ave hosts the annual soap box derby.
FMLS #5791975
Mar 22, 2017
Sold
$416,000
Mar 20, 2017
Contingent
—
Feb 21, 2017
Relisted
—
Feb 21, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jan 26, 2017
Price Changed
$428,000
Jan 22, 2017
Relisted
—
Jan 22, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jan 12, 2017
Listed
$443,000
GAMLS #8108542
Jan 12, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Dec 14, 2016
Listed
$450,000
Public Records
Sep 9, 2009
Sold
$196,000
FMLS #3898019
Jul 31, 2009
Sold
$196,000
May 1, 2009
Listed
$206,950
Public Records
Jun 2, 1995
Sold
$38,000
Public Records
Aug 1, 1992
Sold
$42,300
Public Records
Oct 31, 1990
Sold
$38,900
Public Records
Oct 9, 1990
Sold
$16,900
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,436 (−0.4%)
$99,760 + $446,680
$546,440
2024
$19,515 (+20.0%)
$99,760 + $446,680
$546,440
2023
$16,262 (+94.1%)
$99,760 + $367,400
$467,160
2022
$8,376 (−46.1%)
$65,160 + $114,640
$179,800
2021
$15,544 (+98.9%)
$31,920 + $142,320
$174,240
2020
$7,814 (+6.5%)
$31,920 + $142,320
$174,240
2019
$7,340 (+9.9%)
$31,920 + $135,960
$167,880
2018
$6,681 (+7.5%)
$31,920 + $124,400
$156,320
2017
$6,212 (+107.1%)
$31,920 + $124,400
$156,320
2016
$2,999 (+25.5%)
$31,920 + $89,160
$121,080
2014
$2,390 (+7.3%)
$31,920 + $83,480
$115,400
2013
$2,227 (+390.0%)
$31,904 + $56,216
$88,120
2012
$455 (−82.2%)
$85,760 + $2,360
$88,120
2011
$2,557 (+517.9%)
$32,000 + $56,120
$88,120
2010
$414 (+16.4%)
$32,000 + $56,120
$88,120
2008
$355
Tax history for 261 Madison Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,436 (−0.4%)
$99,760 + $446,680
$546,440
2024
$19,515 (+20.0%)
$99,760 + $446,680
$546,440
2023
$16,262 (+94.1%)
$99,760 + $367,400
$467,160
2022
$8,376 (−46.1%)
$65,160 + $114,640
$179,800
2021
$15,544 (+98.9%)
$31,920 + $142,320
$174,240
2020
$7,814 (+6.5%)
$31,920 + $142,320
$174,240
2019
$7,340 (+9.9%)
$31,920 + $135,960
$167,880
2018
$6,681 (+7.5%)
$31,920 + $124,400
$156,320
2017
$6,212 (+107.1%)
$31,920 + $124,400
$156,320
2016
$2,999 (+25.5%)
$31,920 + $89,160
$121,080
2014
$2,390 (+7.3%)
$31,920 + $83,480
$115,400
2013
$2,227 (+390.0%)
$31,904 + $56,216
$88,120
2012
$455 (−82.2%)
$85,760 + $2,360
$88,120
2011
$2,557 (+517.9%)
$32,000 + $56,120
$88,120
2010
$414 (+16.4%)
$32,000 + $56,120
$88,120
2008
$355
*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
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,921
Year built
2022
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 212 01 113
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, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo,Whirlpool Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Other Room
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Smart Home, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets Stain,Laminate Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Family Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Thermostat
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: take East Lake Drive, make left on Johnston Place. Right on Madison. Home is about 2 blocks down on Right just before Beaty Place.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Park, Playground, Restaurant, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,921
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2022
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 212 01 113
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
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
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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