Stop renting and start building equity! This Decatur gem at 3398 Columbia Trce offers a rare opportunity to own a spacious family home for a monthly payment that could be well under the average area rent. If you have a vision and are ready to reimagine the space, this is the perfect canvas. With a solid layout and great bones, this home is primed for moderate renovations that will instantly add value. Imagine refreshing the kitchen's dark wood cabinetry with modern finishes, or updating the bathrooms to create your own personal spa retreats. Each room, from the cozy bedrooms to the versatile living areas, offers a chance to peel back the layers and reveal a stylish, contemporary home tailored specifically to your family's needs. Located in an established community, this property is ideal for first-time buyers looking for a "sweat equity" project or savvy investors seeking a high-potential residence. Don't settle for another year of rising rent-bring your paint swatches and flooring samples and turn this house into the home you've been dreaming of.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
871 sq ftLot Size
$58Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kayla Pierce• Virtual Properties Realty.com
Est. $1,581 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3398 Columbia Trce
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GAMLS #10763522
Jul 8, 2026
Sold
$72,500
$58/sq ft
Jun 22, 2026
Pending
—
May 13, 2026
Listed
$97,000
$77/sq ft
GAMLS #10667045
Mar 26, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Jan 7, 2026
Price Changed
$99,999
$80/sq ft
Dec 18, 2025
Listed
$107,000
$85/sq ft
GAMLS #8201030
May 31, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Apr 18, 2018
Price Changed
$54,900
$44/sq ft
Mar 19, 2018
Price Changed
$65,000
$52/sq ft
Feb 9, 2018
Price Changed
$39,900
$32/sq ft
Jan 26, 2018
Price Changed
$49,900
$40/sq ft
Jun 5, 2017
Listed
$53,900
$43/sq ft
GAMLS #8122914
Jun 5, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Feb 27, 2017
Price Changed
$53,900
$43/sq ft
Jan 22, 2017
Listed
$54,900
$44/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 31, 2000
Sold
$50,500
$40/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 29, 1994
Sold
$36,500
$29/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 10, 1993
Sold
$30,044
$24/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 1983
Sold
$37,900
$30/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 12, 1982
Sold
$31,500
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,289 (−2.0%)
$8,000 + $32,560
$40,560
2024
$1,315 (+305.9%)
$8,000 + $32,560
$40,560
2023
$324 (−67.9%)
$8,000 + $31,640
$39,640
2022
$1,010 (+167.1%)
$4,000 + $28,480
$32,480
2021
$378 (−32.5%)
$4,000 + $10,120
$14,120
2020
$560 (+45.5%)
$4,000 + $10,120
$14,120
2019
$385 (+0.7%)
$1,640 + $12,600
$14,240
2018
$382 (+3.5%)
$1,640 + $12,600
$14,240
2017
$369 (+26.4%)
$1,640 + $12,600
$14,240
2016
$292 (−3.6%)
$1,640 + $6,400
$8,040
2014
$303 (+105.0%)
$1,640 + $21,520
$23,160
2013
$148 (−51.5%)
$1,640 + $1,720
$3,360
2012
$305 (+1.9%)
$1,640 + $4,560
$6,200
2011
$299 (−38.3%)
$1,120 + $4,064
$5,184
2010
$485 (+24.4%)
$3,800 + $13,520
$17,320
2008
$389
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,252
Year built
1972
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 187 07 028
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
RSM
Small Lot Residential Mix District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the RSM Small Lot Residential Mix District is as follows: To provide for the creation of residential neighborhoods that allow a mix of single-family attached and detached housing options; To provide flexibility in design and product on the interior of new development while protecting surrounding neighborhoods; To implement the future development map of the county's most current comprehensive plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Golf related
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Living Area: 1252
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Other
Above Grade Finished Area: 600
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 652
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: Two
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Flooring: Vinyl
Fireplaces Total: 0
Room Information
Basement: None
Room Types: Foyer
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Cabin, Condominium
Electric On Property YN: Yes
Structure Type: Cabin
Land Information
Land Lease
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 871.2
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet: 871.2
Lot Size Acres: 0.02
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Building Information
Year Built: 1972
Building Area Total: 1252
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Other
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 15 187 07 028
Tax Annual Amount: 1731.87
Tax Year: 24
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
School Information
Elementary School: Peachcrest
Middle Or Junior School: Mary Mcleod Bethune
High School: Towers
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 3398 Columbia Trace, Decatur GA 30032
City: Decatur
County Or Parish: DeKalb
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30032
Country: US
Subdivision Name: Collumbia Square
Coordinates: -84.250934,33.744582
Directions: To reach 3398 Columbia Trce, Decatur, GA 30034, the most common route is via I-20, as this property is located in the Columbia Trace subdivision just south of the main Decatur area. Here are the step-by-step directions from major nearby routes: From I-20 (East or West) Take I-20 to Exit 66 (Columbia Drive). Head North on Columbia Drive (away from the Mall at Stonecrest direction). Drive approximately 1.5 miles. Turn Right onto Columbia Trace (the entrance to the subdivision). Follow the road; 3398 Columbia Trce will be on your right. From I-285 (The Perimeter) Take I-285 to Exit 44 (Glenwood Road). Head West on Glenwood Road toward Decatur. Turn Left onto Columbia Drive. Travel South for about 1 mile. Turn Left onto Columbia Trace. Follow the curve; the destination will be on your right. * Subdivision Entrance: The neighborhood is a loop/cul-de-sac style development. Once you turn off Columbia Drive, the house is located toward the back half of t
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,252
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 187 07 028
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 8
Listing Information
List Price: 97000
Search Price: 72500
Close Price: 72500
Listing Id: 10763522
Original List Price: 97000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2026-05-13
Close Date: 2026-07-08
Listing Contract Date: 2026-05-13
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-06-17
Off Market Date: 2026-06-17
Around this home
38/100 Car-Dependent18/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Peachcrest Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
2/10
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
2/10
Towers High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
1/10
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