Located in the sought after City of Decatur school district, this 4 bed 3.5 bath home w/ 2-car attached garage parking is short walking distance to Oakhurst Village & Downtown Decatur. What makes this home alluring is its size (there's room to grow), & the modern floor plan which is perfect for entertaining. The layout includes an oversized family room, formal living room/den, gleaming hardwood floors, high ceilings and a "wow" of a kitchen. Trying to buy just the right home in City of Decatur is a challenge. This may be the home you have been hoping to find. Call today If you are a ready to act buyer - get to this home right away. At $799,900 it's the best size and location option available in City of Decatur right now.
Single-familyProperty Type
2011Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$355Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Joshua Keen• Realsource Brokers, Inc
Bought with Liping Luo• America Realty Center, Inc.
Source:FMLS #6613466
Redfin Estimate
$1,066,159
$305K since sold in October 2019$5,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 3.5% lower than the average sale price ($1.10M) of 6 comparable homes.
Located in the sought after City of Decatur school district, this 4 bed 3.5 bath home w/ 2-car attached garage parking is short walking distance to Oakhurst Village & Downtown Decatur. What makes this home alluring is its size (there's room to grow), & the modern floor plan which is perfect for entertaining. The layout includes an oversized family room, formal living room/den, gleaming hardwood floors, high ceilings and a "wow" of a kitchen. Trying to buy just the right home in City of Decatur is a challenge. This may be the home you have been hoping to find. Call today
FMLS #6567159
Sep 5, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 16, 2019
Price Changed
$850,000
$283/sq ft
Aug 1, 2019
Price Changed
$865,000
$288/sq ft
Jul 26, 2019
Price Changed
$889,900
$296/sq ft
Jun 21, 2019
Price Changed
$899,900
$300/sq ft
Jun 14, 2019
Listed
$925,000
$308/sq ft
GAMLS #8603747
Sep 6, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 16, 2019
Price Changed
$850,000
$283/sq ft
Aug 1, 2019
Price Changed
$865,000
$288/sq ft
Jul 26, 2019
Price Changed
$889,900
$296/sq ft
Jun 21, 2019
Price Changed
$899,900
$300/sq ft
Jun 14, 2019
Listed
$925,000
$308/sq ft
FMLS #5599146
Nov 7, 2016
Price Changed
$699,900
$233/sq ft
Oct 28, 2015
Price Changed
$715,000
$238/sq ft
Oct 26, 2015
Sold
$715,000
$238/sq ft
Oct 1, 2015
Contingent
—
Sep 25, 2015
Listed
$699,900
$233/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 4, 2015
Sold
$715,000
$238/sq ft
GAMLS #7528688
Nov 19, 2015
Price Changed
$699,900
$233/sq ft
Oct 26, 2015
Sold
$715,000
$238/sq ft
Oct 3, 2015
Pending
—
Oct 3, 2015
Price Changed
$715,000
$238/sq ft
Sep 25, 2015
Listed
$699,900
$233/sq ft
FMLS #4192811
Jun 29, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 23, 2011
Sold
$562,000
$187/sq ft
Jun 7, 2011
Pending
—
Mar 9, 2011
Listed
$569,900
$190/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 13, 2010
Sold
$125,000
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,332 (+27.1%)
$117,600 + $274,400
$392,000
2024
$12,855 (−6.7%)
$117,600 + $274,400
$392,000
2023
$13,782 (+12.6%)
$118,800 + $293,360
$412,160
2022
$12,244 (−9.3%)
$52,564 + $256,636
$309,200
2021
$13,496 (−9.3%)
$52,240 + $262,560
$314,800
2020
$14,883 (+3.6%)
$52,240 + $262,560
$314,800
2019
$14,363 (+17.8%)
$52,240 + $278,520
$330,760
2018
$12,195 (−7.7%)
$52,240 + $233,736
$285,976
2017
$13,219 (+65.7%)
$52,240 + $233,736
$285,976
2016
$7,980 (+36.3%)
$52,136 + $233,840
$285,976
2014
$5,853 (−2.2%)
$52,240 + $198,480
$250,720
2013
$5,985 (+384.6%)
$52,228 + $172,572
$224,800
2012
$1,235 (−43.2%)
$50,720 + $174,080
$224,800
2011
$2,174 (+202.1%)
$42,864
2010
$720 (−0.6%)
$35,720 + $30,240
$65,960
2008
$724
Tax history for 405 Melrose Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,332 (+27.1%)
$117,600 + $274,400
$392,000
2024
$12,855 (−6.7%)
$117,600 + $274,400
$392,000
2023
$13,782 (+12.6%)
$118,800 + $293,360
$412,160
2022
$12,244 (−9.3%)
$52,564 + $256,636
$309,200
2021
$13,496 (−9.3%)
$52,240 + $262,560
$314,800
2020
$14,883 (+3.6%)
$52,240 + $262,560
$314,800
2019
$14,363 (+17.8%)
$52,240 + $278,520
$330,760
2018
$12,195 (−7.7%)
$52,240 + $233,736
$285,976
2017
$13,219 (+65.7%)
$52,240 + $233,736
$285,976
2016
$7,980 (+36.3%)
$52,136 + $233,840
$285,976
2014
$5,853 (−2.2%)
$52,240 + $198,480
$250,720
2013
$5,985 (+384.6%)
$52,228 + $172,572
$224,800
2012
$1,235 (−43.2%)
$50,720 + $174,080
$224,800
2011
$2,174 (+202.1%)
$42,864
2010
$720 (−0.6%)
$35,720 + $30,240
$65,960
2008
$724
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,300
Year built
2011
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 236 04 086
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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Drive Under Main Level, Garage Faces Side
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate His/Hers,Whirlpool Tub
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master,Sitting Room
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Other
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets Stain,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: maps. google.com
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,300
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2011
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 236 04 086
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Westchester Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.9mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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