Live your best Decatur life in this delightfully updated Craftsman with loads of historic charm and thoughtful modern updates! The main floor features an open layout a with master opening to large private deck and a secondary bedroom and bath for nursery or office. There's more great space upstairs with a loft area, 2 large rooms and oversized bath for more living options - plus deep closets and loads of attic storage spaces. Classic details include hardwood floors, wood burning masonry fireplace with door and built-in firewood cubby, 10 ft ceilings with exposed beams, built in bookcases and a custom kitchen island topped with pecan from the backyard! A clean, dry basement offers a workshop or even more storage in addition to a 2 car garage, private yard and double decks in back and bungalow porch in front with natural wood ceilings and stone accented floors. To top it off, there is a separate studio with kitchenette and bathroom above the garage (not included in bath/bedroom count) ready to be a private home office, guest/in-law suite or income producing rental (estimated $1,100 monthly!). This is premium living only a 10 minute walk to the shops and restaurants of downtown Decatur (Taqueria del Sol, Chai Pani and Dancing Goats) and just around the corner from the charming Adair Dog Park!
Single-familyProperty Type
1915Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$538Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Alan Corey• Keller Knapp
Bought with Patter Byrne• Compass
Source:FMLS #6923591
Redfin Estimate
$1,027,291
$167K since sold in August 2021$18K since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 27.2% higher than the average sale price ($808K) of 6 comparable homes.
Live your best Decatur life in this delightfully updated Craftsman with loads of historic charm and thoughtful modern updates! The main floor features an open layout a with master opening to large private deck and a secondary bedroom and bath for nursery or office. There's more great space upstairs with a loft area, 2 large rooms and oversized bath for more living options - plus deep closets and loads of attic storage spaces. Classic details include hardwood floors, wood burning masonry fireplace with door and built-in firewood cubby, 10 ft ceilings with exposed beams, built in bookcases and a custom kitchen island topped with pecan from the backyard! A clean, dry basement offers a workshop or even more storage in addition to a 2 car garage, private yard and double decks in back and bungalow porch in front with natural wood ceilings and stone accented floors. To top it off, there is a separate studio with kitchenette and bathroom above the garage (not included in bath/bedroom count) ready to be a private home office, guest/in-law suite or income producing rental (estimated $1,100 monthly!). This is premium living only a 10 minute walk to the shops and restaurants of downtown Decatur (Taqueria del Sol, Chai Pani and Dancing Goats) and just around the corner from the charming Adair Dog Park!
GAMLS #8986245
Aug 1, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jul 8, 2021
Price Changed
$874,900
$458/sq ft
Jun 11, 2021
Price Changed
$899,900
$471/sq ft
May 27, 2021
Listed
$919,900
$482/sq ft
FMLS #6890767
Jul 31, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jul 8, 2021
Price Changed
$874,900
$458/sq ft
Jun 11, 2021
Price Changed
$899,900
$471/sq ft
May 25, 2021
Listed
$919,900
$482/sq ft
FMLS #5967627
Apr 27, 2018
Sold
$797,000
$417/sq ft
Apr 27, 2018
Pending
—
Apr 19, 2018
Contingent
—
Mar 7, 2018
Pending
—
Feb 27, 2018
Contingent
—
Feb 23, 2018
Listed
$795,000
$416/sq ft
GAMLS #8330638
Apr 27, 2018
Sold
$797,000
$417/sq ft
Feb 27, 2018
Pending
—
Feb 23, 2018
Listed
$795,000
$416/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 9, 2004
Sold
$265,000
$139/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 10, 1999
Sold
$248,000
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 4, 1994
Sold
$159,000
$83/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 12, 1992
Sold
$90,000
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,879 (+9.5%)
$93,280 + $268,040
$361,320
2024
$18,163 (+5.5%)
$93,280 + $268,040
$361,320
2023
$17,212 (+5.2%)
$93,280 + $247,000
$340,280
2022
$16,355 (+28.9%)
$91,760 + $209,960
$301,720
2021
$12,692 (−9.7%)
$35,720 + $246,240
$281,960
2020
$14,062 (+32.1%)
$35,720 + $246,240
$281,960
2019
$10,645 (+46.3%)
$35,720 + $208,440
$244,160
2018
$7,276
$35,720 + $134,560
$170,280
2017
$7,272 (+71.8%)
$35,720 + $134,560
$170,280
2016
$4,232 (+25.6%)
$35,720 + $121,040
$156,760
2014
$3,369 (+6.8%)
$35,720 + $121,040
$156,760
2013
$3,153 (+404.4%)
$35,736 + $82,264
$118,000
2012
$625 (−81.5%)
$68,680 + $49,320
$118,000
2011
$3,379 (+493.6%)
$35,720 + $82,280
$118,000
2010
$569 (+13.4%)
$36,261 + $81,739
$118,000
2008
$502
Tax history for 508 Drexel Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,879 (+9.5%)
$93,280 + $268,040
$361,320
2024
$18,163 (+5.5%)
$93,280 + $268,040
$361,320
2023
$17,212 (+5.2%)
$93,280 + $247,000
$340,280
2022
$16,355 (+28.9%)
$91,760 + $209,960
$301,720
2021
$12,692 (−9.7%)
$35,720 + $246,240
$281,960
2020
$14,062 (+32.1%)
$35,720 + $246,240
$281,960
2019
$10,645 (+46.3%)
$35,720 + $208,440
$244,160
2018
$7,276
$35,720 + $134,560
$170,280
2017
$7,272 (+71.8%)
$35,720 + $134,560
$170,280
2016
$4,232 (+25.6%)
$35,720 + $121,040
$156,760
2014
$3,369 (+6.8%)
$35,720 + $121,040
$156,760
2013
$3,153 (+404.4%)
$35,736 + $82,264
$118,000
2012
$625 (−81.5%)
$68,680 + $49,320
$118,000
2011
$3,379 (+493.6%)
$35,720 + $82,280
$118,000
2010
$569 (+13.4%)
$36,261 + $81,739
$118,000
2008
$502
*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
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
1,910
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 236 04 096
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
# of Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, Garage, Garage Faces Front
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Separate Tub/Shower
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,In-Law Floorplan
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Interior Features: High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Bookcases, High Speed Internet, Beamed Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Microwave
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall, Laundry Room
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain,Solid Surface Counters,Kitchen Island
Dining Room Features: Great Room,Open Concept
Room Type: Living Room
Basement: Exterior Entry, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Below Grade Finished Area: 510
Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Frame
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Forced Air
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Underground Utilities
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: GPS
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Public Transportation, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Dog Park, Playground, Ski Accessible, Street Lights, Near Schools, Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,910
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 236 04 096
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
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 • 0.6mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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