This is the historic bungalow style that put Oakhurst on the map! Being located on the most picture perfect street in the Historic MAK district makes for an easy walk to Oakhurst, the Decatur Square, Agnes Scott College and Decatur Schools. Enjoy the renovations on this charming home now and add-on later. Completed plans are available from one of the most trusted local builders for adding a second story…and they have previously been approved by the Historic Committee! This is a home run of an opportunity in the City of Decatur.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
4,356 sq ftLot Size
$613Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by TRAVIS GRUBB• Keller Knapp
Bought with Donna Wadsworth Quam• Keller Knapp
Source:FMLS #6000925
Redfin Estimate
$619,453
$144K since sold in May 2018$5,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 10% higher than the average sale price ($563K) of 6 comparable homes.
This is the historic bungalow style that put Oakhurst on the map! Being located on the most picture perfect street in the Historic MAK district makes for an easy walk to Oakhurst, the Decatur Square, Agnes Scott College and Decatur Schools. Enjoy the renovations on this charming home now and add-on later. Completed plans are available from one of the most trusted local builders for adding a second story-and they have previously been approved by the Historic Commission! This is a home run of an opportunity in the City of Decatur.
FMLS #3709300
Jul 24, 2008
Sold
$252,000
$250/sq ft
May 7, 2008
Listed
$259,999
$257/sq ft
Cutest Craftsman on the best street in Decatur. Enjoy your coffee on the front porch or stroll down to the Restaurants and Shops of Oakhurst Village. Huge Master with sitting area plus double closets, butler pantry, New Roof & Gutters, plantation shutters, fenced yard.
Public Records
Jan 3, 2003
Sold
$231,000
$229/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 3, 1994
Sold
$112,000
$111/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 5, 1986
Sold
$80,500
$80/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 30, 1984
Sold
$54,500
$54/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 10, 1983
Sold
$40,500
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,237 (+8.9%)
$71,920 + $137,120
$209,040
2024
$10,319 (−36.6%)
$71,920 + $137,120
$209,040
2023
$16,285 (+59.8%)
$71,920 + $126,600
$198,520
2022
$10,192 (−42.5%)
$71,920 + $99,080
$171,000
2021
$17,726 (+76.8%)
$38,840 + $140,880
$179,720
2020
$10,026 (+4.1%)
$38,840 + $140,880
$179,720
2019
$9,634 (+19.3%)
$38,840 + $140,760
$179,600
2018
$8,073 (+23.2%)
$38,840 + $115,120
$153,960
2017
$6,554 (+89.5%)
$38,840 + $115,120
$153,960
2016
$3,458 (+34.6%)
$38,840 + $103,440
$142,280
2014
$2,570 (+0.5%)
$38,840 + $96,240
$135,080
2013
$2,557 (+420.5%)
$38,840 + $55,720
$94,560
2012
$491 (−82.8%)
$73,440 + $21,120
$94,560
2011
$2,852 (+507.4%)
$38,400 + $60,440
$98,840
2010
$470 (+15.1%)
$38,400 + $60,440
$98,840
2008
$408
Tax history for 503 Adams St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,237 (+8.9%)
$71,920 + $137,120
$209,040
2024
$10,319 (−36.6%)
$71,920 + $137,120
$209,040
2023
$16,285 (+59.8%)
$71,920 + $126,600
$198,520
2022
$10,192 (−42.5%)
$71,920 + $99,080
$171,000
2021
$17,726 (+76.8%)
$38,840 + $140,880
$179,720
2020
$10,026 (+4.1%)
$38,840 + $140,880
$179,720
2019
$9,634 (+19.3%)
$38,840 + $140,760
$179,600
2018
$8,073 (+23.2%)
$38,840 + $115,120
$153,960
2017
$6,554 (+89.5%)
$38,840 + $115,120
$153,960
2016
$3,458 (+34.6%)
$38,840 + $103,440
$142,280
2014
$2,570 (+0.5%)
$38,840 + $96,240
$135,080
2013
$2,557 (+420.5%)
$38,840 + $55,720
$94,560
2012
$491 (−82.8%)
$73,440 + $21,120
$94,560
2011
$2,852 (+507.4%)
$38,400 + $60,440
$98,840
2010
$470 (+15.1%)
$38,400 + $60,440
$98,840
2008
$408
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,040
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 214 04 008
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, On Street
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Other
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Split Bedroom Plan
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior Features: Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Other
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
AccessibilityFeatures: Accessible Entrance
Construction Materials: Frame
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: 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: Winnona Park/Talley Street
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: South on Adams Street from College Ave. Home on the right.
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Public Transportation, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,040
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 214 04 008
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Winnona Park Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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