This magnificent 1919 four square sits up on a hill across from Agnes Scott's greenspace on one of Decatur's most coveted historic streets. Sip a mimosa on the large veranda which is straight out of a southern novel. Enter into the formal foyer and step back in time. Home features 10' ceilings, 5 fireplaces, grand living room, large dining room, 4 large bedrooms and updated kitchen. Pour a second mimosa and relax in screened back porch overlooking fantastical back garden. This is a rare opportunity to make a grand historic home into a true masterpiece.
Single-familyProperty Type
1919Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$303Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Mindy Carty• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with DIANE AIKEN• Harry Norman REALTORS
Source:FMLS #5684278
Redfin Estimate
$1,054,831
$355K since sold in June 2016$67K since September
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 9.3% higher than the average sale price ($965K) of 6 comparable homes.
This magnificent 1919 four square sits up on a hill across from Agnes Scott's greenspace on one of Decatur's most coveted historic streets. Sip a mimosa on the large veranda which is straight out of a southern novel. Enter into the formal foyer and step back in time. Home features 10' ceilings, 5 fireplaces, grand living room, large dining room, 4 large bedrooms and updated kitchen. Pour a second mimosa and relax in screened back porch overlooking fantastical back garden. This is a rare opportunity to make a grand historic home into a true masterpiece.
FMLS #5684278
Nov 2, 2016
Price Changed
$658,000
$189/sq ft
Jun 15, 2016
Price Changed
$700,000
$201/sq ft
Jun 15, 2016
Sold
$700,000
$201/sq ft
May 16, 2016
Contingent
—
Apr 30, 2016
Listed
$658,000
$189/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 2016
Sold
$700,000
$201/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 30, 1998
Sold
$360,000
$103/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 5, 1991
Sold
$176,000
$51/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 21, 1986
Sold
$80,000
$23/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1981
Sold
$65,500
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,043 (−2.5%)
$95,920 + $357,240
$453,160
2024
$19,530 (+14.9%)
$95,920 + $357,240
$453,160
2023
$16,999 (+24.4%)
$95,920 + $369,760
$465,680
2022
$13,667 (+4.4%)
$66,480 + $251,840
$318,320
2021
$13,092 (−3.6%)
$34,360 + $258,080
$292,440
2020
$13,578 (+4.0%)
$34,360 + $258,080
$292,440
2019
$13,058 (+8.4%)
$34,360 + $266,400
$300,760
2018
$12,049 (−4.9%)
$34,360 + $250,520
$284,880
2017
$12,672 (+102.8%)
$34,360 + $250,520
$284,880
2016
$6,249 (+3.5%)
$34,368 + $199,192
$233,560
2014
$6,035 (+17.3%)
$34,360 + $200,280
$234,640
2013
$5,143 (+300.2%)
$34,368 + $199,192
$233,560
2012
$1,285 (−80.4%)
$99,120 + $134,440
$233,560
2011
$6,557 (+460.5%)
$34,200 + $199,360
$233,560
2010
$1,170 (+9.4%)
$34,200 + $199,360
$233,560
2008
$1,069
Tax history for 419 S Mcdonough St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,043 (−2.5%)
$95,920 + $357,240
$453,160
2024
$19,530 (+14.9%)
$95,920 + $357,240
$453,160
2023
$16,999 (+24.4%)
$95,920 + $369,760
$465,680
2022
$13,667 (+4.4%)
$66,480 + $251,840
$318,320
2021
$13,092 (−3.6%)
$34,360 + $258,080
$292,440
2020
$13,578 (+4.0%)
$34,360 + $258,080
$292,440
2019
$13,058 (+8.4%)
$34,360 + $266,400
$300,760
2018
$12,049 (−4.9%)
$34,360 + $250,520
$284,880
2017
$12,672 (+102.8%)
$34,360 + $250,520
$284,880
2016
$6,249 (+3.5%)
$34,368 + $199,192
$233,560
2014
$6,035 (+17.3%)
$34,360 + $200,280
$234,640
2013
$5,143 (+300.2%)
$34,368 + $199,192
$233,560
2012
$1,285 (−80.4%)
$99,120 + $134,440
$233,560
2011
$6,557 (+460.5%)
$34,200 + $199,360
$233,560
2010
$1,170 (+9.4%)
$34,200 + $199,360
$233,560
2008
$1,069
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.39 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
3,354
Year built
1919
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 214 04 039
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 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: Garage Faces Side, On Street
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 5
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other Room
Interior Features: Bookcases, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Gas Range
Directions: From downtown Decatur go South on McDonough over railroad tracks. Home is on Right up on a hill. Option to turn Right on West Davis and park or from West Davis make another Right into alley way. House will be 3rd house from street.
Road Frontage Type: Easement
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Public Transportation, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Other
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,354
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1919
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 214 04 039
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Winnona Park Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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