This wonderful home is not only in a great location in the city but superior in the neighborhood. Remodeled to perfection in 2012 and then a recent addition of a fabulous den AND a large screened porch with beautiful flooring and a stone fireplace! The master has a very spacious bathroom with a granite double vanity, a private patio and a terrific closet system. Gorgeous hardwood floors, a fireplace, large kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances. Lots of natural light and the most private lot in the neighborhood. Come see this one...you will love it!
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$453Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by PATTY PECK• Atlanta Communities
Bought with Steven Ozer• HomeSmart
Source:FMLS #6562717
Redfin Estimate
$751,749
$202K since sold in July 2019$1,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 4.7% higher than the average sale price ($718K) of 6 comparable homes.
This wonderful home is not only in a great location in the city but superior in the neighborhood. Remodeled to perfection in 2012 and then a recent addition of a fabulous den AND a large screened porch with beautiful flooring and a stone fireplace! The master has a very spacious bathroom with a granite double vanity, a private patio and a terrific closet system. Gorgeous hardwood floors, a fireplace, large kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances. Lots of natural light and the most private lot in the neighborhood. Come see this one...you will love it!
GAMLS #3178662
Nov 10, 2014
Price Changed
$343,000
$207/sq ft
Jun 8, 2012
Sold
$343,000
$207/sq ft
Mar 27, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Mar 23, 2012
Price Changed
$350,000
$211/sq ft
Mar 14, 2012
Price Changed
$350,000
$211/sq ft
Feb 29, 2012
Price Changed
$360,000
$217/sq ft
Feb 16, 2012
Price Changed
$365,000
$220/sq ft
Jan 25, 2012
Listed
$375,000
$226/sq ft
FULLY RENOVATED BUNGALOW W/TONS OF UPGRADED DETAILS! SELLER SPARED NO EXPENSE FROM THE CLOSET SHELVING SYSTEMS TO THE STONE RETAINING WALL OUTSIDE! LIVING &
FMLS #4317670
Sep 19, 2012
Price Changed
$343,000
$207/sq ft
Jun 15, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jun 8, 2012
Sold
$343,000
$207/sq ft
Jun 8, 2012
Price Changed
$350,000
$211/sq ft
Apr 8, 2012
Pending
—
Mar 27, 2012
Contingent
—
Mar 14, 2012
Price Changed
$350,000
$211/sq ft
Feb 29, 2012
Price Changed
$360,000
$217/sq ft
Feb 16, 2012
Price Changed
$365,000
$220/sq ft
Jan 25, 2012
Listed
$375,000
$226/sq ft
GAMLS #3151048
Jan 27, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jan 15, 2012
Price Changed
$395,000
$238/sq ft
Nov 16, 2011
Listed
$400,000
$241/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 28, 2011
Sold
$188,500
$114/sq ft
FMLS #4186570
Mar 15, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Mar 10, 2011
Sold
$188,500
$114/sq ft
Mar 3, 2011
Pending
—
Feb 23, 2011
Listed
$199,900
$120/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 3, 2004
Sold
$219,000
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 4, 1998
Sold
$187,000
$113/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 17, 1997
Sold
$87,300
$53/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 15, 1987
Sold
$45,000
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,949 (+9.7%)
$93,280 + $217,480
$310,760
2024
$11,802 (+5.6%)
$93,280 + $217,480
$310,760
2023
$11,173 (+0.9%)
$93,280 + $190,680
$283,960
2022
$11,070 (−2.4%)
$91,760 + $156,440
$248,200
2021
$11,344 (−6.4%)
$35,720 + $205,080
$240,800
2020
$12,118 (+27.8%)
$35,720 + $205,080
$240,800
2019
$9,481 (+11.9%)
$35,720 + $182,360
$218,080
2018
$8,474 (+3.0%)
$35,720 + $165,320
$201,040
2017
$8,225 (+123.3%)
$35,720 + $165,320
$201,040
2016
$3,684 (+3.5%)
$35,720 + $100,280
$136,000
2014
$3,561 (−16.9%)
$35,720 + $100,280
$136,000
2013
$4,285 (+207.4%)
$35,736 + $98,640
$134,376
2012
$1,394 (−48.1%)
$68,680 + $41,680
$110,360
2011
$2,687 (+512.9%)
$35,720 + $57,120
$92,840
2010
$438 (+15.8%)
$35,720 + $57,120
$92,840
2008
$379
Tax history for 444 Melrose Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,949 (+9.7%)
$93,280 + $217,480
$310,760
2024
$11,802 (+5.6%)
$93,280 + $217,480
$310,760
2023
$11,173 (+0.9%)
$93,280 + $190,680
$283,960
2022
$11,070 (−2.4%)
$91,760 + $156,440
$248,200
2021
$11,344 (−6.4%)
$35,720 + $205,080
$240,800
2020
$12,118 (+27.8%)
$35,720 + $205,080
$240,800
2019
$9,481 (+11.9%)
$35,720 + $182,360
$218,080
2018
$8,474 (+3.0%)
$35,720 + $165,320
$201,040
2017
$8,225 (+123.3%)
$35,720 + $165,320
$201,040
2016
$3,684 (+3.5%)
$35,720 + $100,280
$136,000
2014
$3,561 (−16.9%)
$35,720 + $100,280
$136,000
2013
$4,285 (+207.4%)
$35,736 + $98,640
$134,376
2012
$1,394 (−48.1%)
$68,680 + $41,680
$110,360
2011
$2,687 (+512.9%)
$35,720 + $57,120
$92,840
2010
$438 (+15.8%)
$35,720 + $57,120
$92,840
2008
$379
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,921
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 236 04 009
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
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Other Room
Interior Features: Double Vanity, High Speed Internet, Beamed Ceilings
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From I-20 exit at Maynard Terrace and go north - Right on Memorial Dr. - Left on Howard St - Left on Hosea Williams Dr - Right on Howard - Left on Rockyford - Right on Dekalb - Left on Melrose - House is on the left.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,921
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 236 04 009
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 • 0.7mi
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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