4 bedroom, 3 bath, sprawling traditional home with tons of upgrades and expansions overlooking 3.2 acres of Parkwood Park. Original hardwoods, plantation shutters and neutral paint throughout. Gas fireplace, recessed lighting, heated sun room, generously-sized fenced-in back yard and patio. Kitchen w/granite counters, double sinks, gas range, stainless steel appliances. Huge 4th bedroom (versatile bonus space!) located above generous family room. Home zoned for City Schools of Decatur & located just a down the road from downtown Decatur's renowned shops & restaurants.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$390Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by CHAD CARTER• Harry Norman REALTORS
Listed by Christina Carter• Harry Norman REALTORS
Bought with Glennda Baker• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Source:FMLS #5821249
Redfin Estimate
$1,057,999
$456K since sold in May 2017$16K since August
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This home's estimate is 24.3% higher than the average sale price ($851K) of 6 comparable homes.
Ranch home in Decatur sits high on a hill. Home backs up to the train track but minimal noise intrusion on inside of home. Off street parking but no garage. Nice bonus room area.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
4 bedroom, 3 bath, sprawling traditional home with tons of upgrades and expansions overlooking 3.2 acres of Parkwood Park. Original hardwoods, plantation shutters and neutral paint throughout. Gas fireplace, recessed lighting, heated sun room, generously-sized fenced-in back yard and patio. Kitchen w/granite counters, double sinks, gas range, stainless steel appliances. Huge 4th bedroom (versatile bonus space!) located above generous family room. Home zoned for City Schools of Decatur & located just a down the road from downtown Decatur's renowned shops & restaurants.
FMLS #5821249
May 30, 2017
Sold
$602,000
$222/sq ft
Apr 20, 2017
Contingent
—
Apr 10, 2017
Price Changed
$625,000
$230/sq ft
Mar 20, 2017
Listed
$650,000
$240/sq ft
FMLS #4105385
Jul 8, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 30, 2011
Sold
$230,000
$85/sq ft
May 11, 2011
Pending
—
Apr 28, 2011
Contingent
—
Mar 30, 2011
Price Changed
$289,000
$107/sq ft
Jan 4, 2011
Price Changed
$299,900
$111/sq ft
Nov 8, 2010
Price Changed
$309,000
$114/sq ft
Aug 4, 2010
Listed
$342,750
$126/sq ft
ORIGINAL OWNER'S ESTATE-BUILT 1949**FAMILY RM ADDITION BUILT EARLY 1960'S.MUCH LARGER THAN IT LOOKS FROM STREET.GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE 1 MI FROM DWTWN DECATUR SQ.BUT NO CITY TAXES.WAITING FOR YOUR PERSONAL TOUCHES BUT LIVABLE NOW!FRESHLY PAINTED INTERIOR.
GAMLS #1
Mar 31, 2011
Price Changed
$289,000
$107/sq ft
Jan 5, 2011
Price Changed
$299,900
$111/sq ft
Nov 9, 2010
Price Changed
$309,000
$114/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,454 (+17.2%)
$116,040 + $270,640
$386,680
2024
$14,039 (−8.1%)
$116,040 + $270,640
$386,680
2023
$15,276 (+17.4%)
$95,178 + $233,022
$328,200
2022
$13,009 (+3.6%)
$93,560 + $234,640
$328,200
2021
$12,561 (−1.5%)
$38,360 + $224,520
$262,880
2020
$12,751 (+21.6%)
$38,360 + $224,520
$262,880
2019
$10,486 (−1.6%)
$38,360 + $233,120
$271,480
2018
$10,655 (+24.6%)
$33,600 + $207,200
$240,800
2017
$8,552 (+192.0%)
$33,600 + $207,200
$240,800
2016
$2,929 (−6.0%)
$35,568 + $151,632
$187,200
2014
$3,115 (+3.8%)
$33,120 + $187,520
$220,640
2013
$3,002 (−4.6%)
$43,520 + $48,480
$92,000
2012
$3,147 (−57.1%)
$43,520 + $48,480
$92,000
2011
$7,329 (+48.5%)
$41,800 + $114,840
$156,640
2010
$4,934 (+7.0%)
$41,800 + $114,840
$156,640
2008
$4,612
Tax history for 462 W Parkwood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,454 (+17.2%)
$116,040 + $270,640
$386,680
2024
$14,039 (−8.1%)
$116,040 + $270,640
$386,680
2023
$15,276 (+17.4%)
$95,178 + $233,022
$328,200
2022
$13,009 (+3.6%)
$93,560 + $234,640
$328,200
2021
$12,561 (−1.5%)
$38,360 + $224,520
$262,880
2020
$12,751 (+21.6%)
$38,360 + $224,520
$262,880
2019
$10,486 (−1.6%)
$38,360 + $233,120
$271,480
2018
$10,655 (+24.6%)
$33,600 + $207,200
$240,800
2017
$8,552 (+192.0%)
$33,600 + $207,200
$240,800
2016
$2,929 (−6.0%)
$35,568 + $151,632
$187,200
2014
$3,115 (+3.8%)
$33,120 + $187,520
$220,640
2013
$3,002 (−4.6%)
$43,520 + $48,480
$92,000
2012
$3,147 (−57.1%)
$43,520 + $48,480
$92,000
2011
$7,329 (+48.5%)
$41,800 + $114,840
$156,640
2010
$4,934 (+7.0%)
$41,800 + $114,840
$156,640
2008
$4,612
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
21,780
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,713
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 237 05 009
Parking Spaces
1
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 7, 2020.
R-85
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide for single-family residential development with a minimum lot size of 15,000 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 residential surroundings. The district is located to protect existing developments of this character.
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Split Bedroom Plan
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior Features: Double Vanity, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain,Stone Counters
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Bonus Room, Family Room, Sun Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One and One Half
AccessibilityFeatures: Accessible Entrance
Construction Materials: Other
Exterior Features: Garden
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: East on Ponce De Leon Ave towards Decatur. Right onto W. Parkwood Rd. Home on right.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,713
Stories: 1.5
Parking Spaces: 1
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 237 05 009
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Jul 7, 2020
Around this home
Schools
Westchester Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.9mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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