Renovated four-sided City of Decatur brick bungalow within walking distance of Decatur square and in the highly desirable Decatur school district. Easy access to Emory, CDC and downtown Atlanta. The owner renovated this home with the intent of it being his "forever home" and no expense was spared. The renovations include fully renovated kitchen, new Pella Architectural Series windows throughout the main level, new solid teak hardwood flooring, new high efficiency air conditioner, new roof, complete rewire, spray-foam insulation, new master bath with huge twin-showerhead shower. Both the partial basement and the attic have stairs and standing-height ceilings. The backyard is completely fenced and gated and has a dog door for pet lovers. Within the heart of Decatur, it perfectly combines the solid, reliable construction standards of the past with the modern standards of health, safety and energy efficiency.
Single-familyProperty Type
1944Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$507Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Michael Hawkins• Golley Realty Group
Bought with NON-MLS NMLS• Non FMLS Member
Source:FMLS #7009605
Redfin Estimate
$610,798
$126K since sold in March 2022$0 since July
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This home's estimate is 7.9% lower than the average sale price ($663K) of 6 comparable homes.
Renovated four-sided City of Decatur brick bungalow within walking distance of Decatur square and in the highly desirable Decatur school district. Easy access to Emory, CDC and downtown Atlanta. The owner renovated this home with the intent of it being his "forever home" and no expense was spared. The renovations include fully renovated kitchen, new Pella Architectural Series windows throughout the main level, new solid teak hardwood flooring, new high efficiency air conditioner, new roof, complete rewire, spray-foam insulation, new master bath with huge twin-showerhead shower. Both the partial basement and the attic have stairs and standing-height ceilings. The backyard is completely fenced and gated and has a dog door for pet lovers. Within the heart of Decatur, it perfectly combines the solid, reliable construction standards of the past with the modern standards of health, safety and energy efficiency.
GAMLS #8160953
Jun 8, 2017
Sold
$370,000
$307/sq ft
Apr 25, 2017
Pending
—
Apr 21, 2017
Relisted
—
Apr 13, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 30, 2017
Listed
$379,900
$316/sq ft
Located within the City of Decatur, this bungalow is waiting for your love and ideas. It boasts a huge front porch overlooking the neighborhood, hardwoods throughout, original glass door knobs, large bedrooms, 10 Ft ceilings, solidly built, and has permanent attic stairs. Renovators will love the ease of working on this open floor plan, great potential in an area that is surrounded by Decatur on the south side and Druid Hills on the north side. Easy access to Decatur, Emory, CDC, Atlanta, and fun shopping and restaurants.
FMLS #5826050
May 30, 2017
Sold
$370,000
$307/sq ft
Apr 25, 2017
Contingent
—
Apr 21, 2017
Relisted
—
Apr 11, 2017
Contingent
—
Mar 30, 2017
Listed
$379,900
$316/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 13, 1994
Sold
$125,500
$104/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1986
Sold
$98,500
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,712 (+3.9%)
$82,320 + $146,040
$228,360
2024
$12,233 (+554.9%)
$82,320 + $146,040
$228,360
2023
$1,868 (−73.8%)
$74,680 + $152,400
$227,080
2022
$7,127 (−45.5%)
$74,680 + $80,120
$154,800
2021
$13,069 (+87.0%)
$40,000 + $99,320
$139,320
2020
$6,988 (+7.2%)
$40,000 + $99,320
$139,320
2019
$6,518 (+8.2%)
$40,000 + $102,080
$142,080
2018
$6,021 (+18.2%)
$40,000 + $93,600
$133,600
2017
$5,094 (+125.4%)
$40,000 + $93,600
$133,600
2016
$2,260 (+23.6%)
$36,720 + $88,000
$124,720
2014
$1,829 (−6.2%)
$36,720 + $84,440
$121,160
2013
$1,950 (+317.1%)
$36,720 + $67,800
$104,520
2012
$468 (−83.1%)
$80,920 + $23,600
$104,520
2011
$2,765 (+550.7%)
$36,000 + $61,520
$97,520
2010
$425 (+16.1%)
$36,000 + $61,520
$97,520
2008
$366
Tax history for 523 Coventry Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,712 (+3.9%)
$82,320 + $146,040
$228,360
2024
$12,233 (+554.9%)
$82,320 + $146,040
$228,360
2023
$1,868 (−73.8%)
$74,680 + $152,400
$227,080
2022
$7,127 (−45.5%)
$74,680 + $80,120
$154,800
2021
$13,069 (+87.0%)
$40,000 + $99,320
$139,320
2020
$6,988 (+7.2%)
$40,000 + $99,320
$139,320
2019
$6,518 (+8.2%)
$40,000 + $102,080
$142,080
2018
$6,021 (+18.2%)
$40,000 + $93,600
$133,600
2017
$5,094 (+125.4%)
$40,000 + $93,600
$133,600
2016
$2,260 (+23.6%)
$36,720 + $88,000
$124,720
2014
$1,829 (−6.2%)
$36,720 + $84,440
$121,160
2013
$1,950 (+317.1%)
$36,720 + $67,800
$104,520
2012
$468 (−83.1%)
$80,920 + $23,600
$104,520
2011
$2,765 (+550.7%)
$36,000 + $61,520
$97,520
2010
$425 (+16.1%)
$36,000 + $61,520
$97,520
2008
$366
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,204
Year built
1944
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 004 19 076
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
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Bidet,Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Oversized Master
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Permanent Attic Stairs
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Bathroom, Laundry Room, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Kitchen Island,Pantry Walk-In,Solid Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Insulation, Lighting, Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: PB 11-113
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
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
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,204
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1944
Year Renovated: 2012
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 004 19 076
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Westchester Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.4mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
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