A GATHERING PLACE in City of Decatur-New Construction 2-story Traditional Craftsman welcomes you from the street with its expansive covered front porch and exterior fireplace.The light filled open floor plan is carefully designed for today's family with hardwoods on both levels,large master suite featuring dual vanities- sep tub & shower & large walk-in closet;custom built-ins;elegant finishes to include:subway tiled baths,soft close, solid wood cabinets,granite vanities,GE Appliance package,& neutral designer pallette.Exceptional walkable location & school combination.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
Listed by Susie Simmons• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Listed by BETH M SHEPPARD
Bought with FRANK CAROLLO• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Source:FMLS #5183671
Redfin Estimate
$802,228
$264K since sold in March 2014$14K since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 13.4% higher than the average sale price ($707K) of 5 comparable homes.
Excellent Decatur location! Unique cottage w/ expanded front porch, back deck, outbldg, green house, double screen porch and balcony! Needs interior TLC, but lots of space w/ 4 bdrms, 2 full baths, lots of storage! Full of charm & historic details! All financed offers require a BoA prequal and all cash offers require POF. Property eligible for cash or rehab loan ONLY.
Public Records
Apr 1, 2014
Sold
$538,000
GAMLS #7139934
Apr 29, 2014
Price Changed
$538,000
Mar 28, 2014
Sold
$538,000
Mar 1, 2014
Price Changed
$550,000
Jan 6, 2014
Relisted
—
Jan 1, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2013
Listed
$550,000
The GATHERING PLACE in City of Decatur-New Construction 2-story Traditional Craftsman welcomes you from the street with its expansive covered front porch and exterior fireplace.The light filled open floor plan is carefully designed for today's family with hardwoods on both levels,large master suite featuring dual vanities- sep tub & shower & large walk-in closet;custom built-ins;elegant finishes to include:subway tiled baths,flat panel shaker cabinetry,granite vanities,GE Appliance package,& neutral designer pallette.Exceptional walkable location & school combination.
FMLS #5183671
Apr 9, 2014
Price Changed
$538,000
Apr 9, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Mar 30, 2014
Pending
—
Mar 27, 2014
Sold
$538,000
Mar 27, 2014
Price Changed
$550,000
Mar 3, 2014
Contingent
—
Aug 12, 2013
Listed
$550,000
GAMLS #3265178
Jan 24, 2013
Price Changed
$114,900
Sep 28, 2012
Sold
$118,000
Sep 11, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Aug 28, 2012
Price Changed
$118,000
Aug 23, 2012
Relisted
—
Aug 21, 2012
Contingent
—
Aug 21, 2012
Relisted
—
Aug 21, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jul 31, 2012
Listed
$114,900
Public Records
Oct 28, 1985
Sold
$62,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,295 (+6.3%)
$71,560 + $175,400
$246,960
2024
$9,683 (−16.7%)
$71,560 + $175,400
$246,960
2023
$11,627 (+28.7%)
$71,560 + $161,480
$233,040
2022
$9,035 (−47.3%)
$47,920 + $147,840
$195,760
2021
$17,160 (+46.1%)
$25,520 + $168,680
$194,200
2020
$11,744 (+4.4%)
$25,520 + $168,680
$194,200
2019
$11,245 (+10.7%)
$25,520 + $233,240
$258,760
2018
$10,161 (−4.3%)
$25,520 + $214,600
$240,120
2017
$10,620 (+89.2%)
$25,520 + $214,600
$240,120
2016
$5,612 (+77.4%)
$25,520 + $203,600
$229,120
2014
$3,164 (+19.8%)
$25,520 + $189,680
$215,200
2013
$2,641 (+152.3%)
$11,520 + $35,680
$47,200
2012
$1,047 (−63.7%)
$47,920 + $34,960
$82,880
2011
$2,881 (+645.2%)
$20,320 + $62,560
$82,880
2010
$387 (+17.3%)
$20,418 + $62,462
$82,880
2008
$330
Tax history for 516 Sycamore Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,295 (+6.3%)
$71,560 + $175,400
$246,960
2024
$9,683 (−16.7%)
$71,560 + $175,400
$246,960
2023
$11,627 (+28.7%)
$71,560 + $161,480
$233,040
2022
$9,035 (−47.3%)
$47,920 + $147,840
$195,760
2021
$17,160 (+46.1%)
$25,520 + $168,680
$194,200
2020
$11,744 (+4.4%)
$25,520 + $168,680
$194,200
2019
$11,245 (+10.7%)
$25,520 + $233,240
$258,760
2018
$10,161 (−4.3%)
$25,520 + $214,600
$240,120
2017
$10,620 (+89.2%)
$25,520 + $214,600
$240,120
2016
$5,612 (+77.4%)
$25,520 + $203,600
$229,120
2014
$3,164 (+19.8%)
$25,520 + $189,680
$215,200
2013
$2,641 (+152.3%)
$11,520 + $35,680
$47,200
2012
$1,047 (−63.7%)
$47,920 + $34,960
$82,880
2011
$2,881 (+645.2%)
$20,320 + $62,560
$82,880
2010
$387 (+17.3%)
$20,418 + $62,462
$82,880
2008
$330
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,472
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 007 05 081
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, Parking Pad
Fireplace Features: Other Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Stone Counters,Pantry,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Family Room, Sun Room
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Cedar, Frame
Exterior Features: Other
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Property Condition: New Construction
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
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: Glennwood
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Decatur, head East on W. Ponce de Leon Avenue. Turn left on Sycamore Drive. Home on the Left.
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Shopping, Public Transportation, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,472
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 007 05 081
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
New Glennwood Elementary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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