Off Market Jul 2024 for $899K

$1,065,950

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,671/mo

•

2,864

sq ft

511 Nelson Ferry Rd, Decatur, GA 30030

About this home

This well-crafted Decatur home is situated in the heart of Ponce de Leon Heights and is walkable to everything! Enjoy the character of a brick bungalow with the enhanced features of an artisanal renovation and contemporary functionality. A beautiful modern kitchen with insane walk-in pantry opens up to the breakfast room, separate dining room, screened in porch, and a large family room, all with views to the lush green backyard. This is an entertainer's dream, with backyard vignettes that allow for many ways to enjoy the private and lovingly landscaped green space. Unique exterior features include a bocce ball court and an outdoor fireplace. With 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs, and one bedroom and full bathroom on the main floor, the options for living are many. The owners' suite boasts a walk-in closet with natural light and custom shelving so you can look awesome every day! Enhanced laundry room upstairs will also make your life easier. Utilize several bonus areas throughout the home for workout space, in-home office, music/media and even meditation space. This home is a giver! You'll find extra storage upstairs and also in the well-maintained basement crawl space. Park two cars conveniently on the large parking pad in front of the home. With a walk score of 96/100, this is a walker's paradise with close proximity to parks, pools, schools and downtown Decatur, and adjacent to important connectivity routes for commuting by car or bicycle. Just steps from Dancing Goats coffee shop, you'll find your vibe in this wonderful part of the City of Decatur.

Single-familyProperty Type

1941Year Built

8,712 sq ftLot Size

$372Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Kelly Walsh • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta

Bought with Erin Ibrahim • Ansley Real Estate | Christie's International Real Estate

Source:FMLS #7394450

Redfin Estimate

$1,065,950

$167K since sold in July 2024$4,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 5% lower than the average sale price ($1.12M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 30, 2026
$800,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,068 sq ft
234 Garden Ln, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD MAR 20, 2026
$1,450,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,428 sq ft
210 Nelson Ferry Rd, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$1,050,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,756 sq ft
229 Westchester Dr, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$1,050,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,654 sq ft
841 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$1,260,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,426 sq ft
2118 Palifox Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

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Market trends in 30030, GA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$692K

$29K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

2 days MoM

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149

17 MoM

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Sale history for 511 Nelson Ferry Rd

Date

Event

Price

FMLS #7394450

Jul 17, 2024

Sold

$899,000

$314/sq ft

Jun 26, 2024

Pending

—

Jun 25, 2024

Contingent

—

May 31, 2024

Listed

$899,000

$314/sq ft

GAMLS #10309423

Aug 5, 2024

Pending

—

Jul 17, 2024

Sold

$899,000

$314/sq ft

May 31, 2024

Listed

$899,000

$314/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 13, 2005

Sold

$410,000

$143/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 30, 1997

Sold

$249,900

$87/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 1, 1977

Sold

$34,900

$12/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$20,511 (+34.6%)

$97,600 + $287,160

$384,760

2024

$15,237 (+9.9%)

$97,600 + $287,160

$384,760

2023

$13,865 (+8.2%)

$97,600 + $268,960

$366,560

2022

$12,811 (+2.6%)

$80,120 + $225,640

$305,760

2021

$12,484 (−0.9%)

$40,000 + $240,680

$280,680

2020

$12,595 (+4.3%)

$40,000 + $240,680

$280,680

2019

$12,079 (+7.8%)

$40,000 + $237,920

$277,920

2018

$11,204 (−11.2%)

$40,000 + $224,280

$264,280

2017

$12,622 (+91.4%)

$40,000 + $224,280

$264,280

2016

$6,594 (+62.3%)

$40,000 + $223,600

$263,600

2014

$4,063 (+28.6%)

$29,920 + $223,920

$253,840

2013

$3,160 (+293.5%)

$48,000 + $92,000

$140,000

2012

$803 (−83.6%)

$81,040 + $94,480

$175,520

2011

$4,904 (+493.9%)

$48,000 + $127,520

$175,520

2010

$826 (+35.7%)

$45,560 + $129,960

$175,520

2008

$608

Tax history for 511 Nelson Ferry Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$20,511 (+34.6%)

$97,600 + $287,160

$384,760

2024

$15,237 (+9.9%)

$97,600 + $287,160

$384,760

2023

$13,865 (+8.2%)

$97,600 + $268,960

$366,560

2022

$12,811 (+2.6%)

$80,120 + $225,640

$305,760

2021

$12,484 (−0.9%)

$40,000 + $240,680

$280,680

2020

$12,595 (+4.3%)

$40,000 + $240,680

$280,680

2019

$12,079 (+7.8%)

$40,000 + $237,920

$277,920

2018

$11,204 (−11.2%)

$40,000 + $224,280

$264,280

2017

$12,622 (+91.4%)

$40,000 + $224,280

$264,280

2016

$6,594 (+62.3%)

$40,000 + $223,600

$263,600

2014

$4,063 (+28.6%)

$29,920 + $223,920

$253,840

2013

$3,160 (+293.5%)

$48,000 + $92,000

$140,000

2012

$803 (−83.6%)

$81,040 + $94,480

$175,520

2011

$4,904 (+493.9%)

$48,000 + $127,520

$175,520

2010

$826 (+35.7%)

$45,560 + $129,960

$175,520

2008

$608

*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

Baths

Stories

1.7

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,712 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2012

Sq. Ft.

2,864

Year built

1941

Style

Single Family Residential

County

DeKalb County

APN

15 245 04 101

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 Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Level Driveway, Parking Pad, Storage
Open Parking: Yes

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Shower,Double Vanity

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Oversized Master

Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Decorative, Great Room, Living Room, Outside
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood

Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall, Laundry Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room,Cabinets Stain,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry Walk-In,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Seats 12+,Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Family Room, Living Room, Media Room, Office
Basement: Crawl Space, Driveway Access, Exterior Entry, Unfinished

Exterior

Property Information
Levels: Two
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,864
Construction Materials: Brick 3 Sides
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Builder Name: Alair

Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: BEG AT THE N SIDE OF NELSON FERRY RD

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur

Location Information
Directions: Pls use GPS. Home is on north side of Nelson Ferry and 0.5 miles from downtown Decatur.
Dekalb - GA

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,864
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 245 04 101

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Westchester Elementary School

Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.5mi

Beacon Hill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Decatur High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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Decatur is one of the few areas on this list where car-optional living is realistic — MARTA runs directly through downtown, and the square itself is genuinely walkable.
5 days ago • Decatur
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Redfin agent • Senior Agent
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DeKalb County offers diverse lifestyles, from established communities like Decatur and Avondale Estates to suburban neighborhoods throughout North and East DeKalb. Known for its culture, dining, green spaces, and MARTA access, DeKalb attracts buyers...
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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

5/10 Wind Factor

25% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Decatur, GA • 30030

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

9.3 hrs

4.8 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$1.01M – $1.23M

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Home values near 511 Nelson Ferry Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
507 Nelson Ferry Road, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1721 Sq. Ft.	$494,161
515 Nelson Ferry Road, Decatur, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2918 Sq. Ft.	$855,557

Address	Redfin Estimate
514 Nelson Ferry Road, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3134 Sq. Ft.	$1,261,584
453 Nelson Ferry Road, Decatur, GA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3625 Sq. Ft.	$1,376,133

Address	Redfin Estimate
518 Nelson Ferry Road, Decatur, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—
503 Nelson Ferry Road, Decatur, GA 5 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1564 Sq. Ft.	$625,575

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