Nature lovers delight in this creek-side Double Lot /twin rear lawns flanking the landscaped rippling brook. This spot offers the feeling of a North Georgia retreat in the heart of thriving Decatur. Enjoy one of the last truly hipster Decatur streets and the quietest spot in the city. Newer construction features include 2 luxury private suites (one on the main level and one upstairs). 2 additional spacious bedrooms up w/hall bath. Main floor offers open concept living/dining: central fireplace family room spills into big breakfast bar/kitchen. The entertainer's kitchen has tremendous counterspace and loads of storage AND natural morning light gleaming through a wall of windows. An adjacent sunroom provides treetop views of private stream and rear lawns below. Large 2 car garage with terrace-level entry into bonus space finished for gaming/workshop/hangout and a workout space. When bad weather, walk right up the dry interior stairs into the kitchen. The front elevation features a two- story bay window and covered rocking chair porch plus open air pergola with boardwalk entrance. Age in place with the step-less front entry and a master on the main level.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$357Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by FRANK WYNNE• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Bought with EDWIN ASHURST• Crye-Leike, Realtors
Source:FMLS #6893122
Redfin Estimate
$1,132,314
$252K since sold in July 2021$26K since August
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 0.9% lower than the average sale price ($1.14M) of 6 comparable homes.
One of a kind high-end renovation featuring exquisite tile work and your dream kitchen. Surrounded by lush greenery on an oversized lot with gorgeous views, it's hard to believe you're such a short walk to Decatur Square. Great attention to detail throughout. Fantastic floorplan w/dual master suites, open, airy, generously proportioned rooms.
GAMLS #1
Jun 30, 2011
Price Changed
$539,000
$170/sq ft
May 20, 2011
Price Changed
$549,900
$173/sq ft
FMLS #3914608
Jul 24, 2009
Sold
$490,000
$154/sq ft
Jun 5, 2009
Listed
$499,900
$158/sq ft
FMLS #3331414
Dec 31, 2007
Sold
$325,000
$102/sq ft
Aug 25, 2006
Listed
$339,900
$107/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 3, 1993
Sold
$166,000
$52/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 22, 1990
Sold
$187,500
$59/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,292 (+9.7%)
$111,920 + $290,440
$402,360
2024
$15,767 (−3.0%)
$111,920 + $290,440
$402,360
2023
$16,258 (+24.5%)
$111,920 + $254,720
$366,640
2022
$13,060 (+1.9%)
$110,120 + $204,880
$315,000
2021
$12,810 (−1.1%)
$42,880 + $232,960
$275,840
2020
$12,954 (+4.4%)
$42,880 + $232,960
$275,840
2019
$12,413 (+2.1%)
$42,880 + $235,680
$278,560
2018
$12,153 (+5.7%)
$42,880 + $235,680
$278,560
2017
$11,503 (+74.8%)
$42,880 + $235,680
$278,560
2016
$6,580 (+20.9%)
$42,840 + $200,040
$242,880
2014
$5,441 (−0.3%)
$42,880 + $237,240
$280,120
2013
$5,456 (+320.5%)
$42,840 + $161,160
$204,000
2012
$1,298 (−83.3%)
$82,400 + $194,960
$277,360
2011
$7,762 (+455.3%)
$42,840 + $234,520
$277,360
2010
$1,398 (−25.1%)
$42,840 + $234,520
$277,360
2008
$1,867
Tax history for 431 Melrose Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,292 (+9.7%)
$111,920 + $290,440
$402,360
2024
$15,767 (−3.0%)
$111,920 + $290,440
$402,360
2023
$16,258 (+24.5%)
$111,920 + $254,720
$366,640
2022
$13,060 (+1.9%)
$110,120 + $204,880
$315,000
2021
$12,810 (−1.1%)
$42,880 + $232,960
$275,840
2020
$12,954 (+4.4%)
$42,880 + $232,960
$275,840
2019
$12,413 (+2.1%)
$42,880 + $235,680
$278,560
2018
$12,153 (+5.7%)
$42,880 + $235,680
$278,560
2017
$11,503 (+74.8%)
$42,880 + $235,680
$278,560
2016
$6,580 (+20.9%)
$42,840 + $200,040
$242,880
2014
$5,441 (−0.3%)
$42,880 + $237,240
$280,120
2013
$5,456 (+320.5%)
$42,840 + $161,160
$204,000
2012
$1,298 (−83.3%)
$82,400 + $194,960
$277,360
2011
$7,762 (+455.3%)
$42,840 + $234,520
$277,360
2010
$1,398 (−25.1%)
$42,840 + $234,520
$277,360
2008
$1,867
*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
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
3,208
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 236 04 080
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: Attached, Drive Under Main Level, Garage
AccessibilityFeatures: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Exterior Features: Balcony, Garden, Private Yard
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
Property Condition: New Construction
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Decatur High go West on Dekalb Avenue to right on Tree-canopied Melrose Avenue
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Fishing, Near Schools, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Pickleball, Playground, Racquetball, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,208
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 2006
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 236 04 080
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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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
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