This is a rare find under 400K in highly desirable Oakhurst and an amazing opportunity for homebuyers and investors alike! This is a lovely move-in ready home that offers so much potential for any buyer. A great layout with bonus spaces, this 2/2 has a bedroom with ensuite bath and office space, separate dining room plus breakfast area in kitchen and an additional den/playroom. Bonus features include new roof and tankless water heater, hardwood floors throughout, fireplace in living room, stainless appliances in the kitchen and tiled baths. Situated on one of the best streets in the neighborhood, this charming cottage with picture perfect front porch also has a private deck in back overlooking a large yard with Oakhurst Park directly behind. Only steps from the shops and restaurants of Oakhurst Village, Oakhurst Dog Park and multiple Decatur schools, this truly is a million dollar location. Will not last! DON'T MISS THE VIRTUAL TOUR!
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$415Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Alan Corey• Keller Knapp
Bought with JOHN POWELL• Keller Wms Re Atl Midtown
Source:FMLS #6704587
Redfin Estimate
$594,526
$208K since sold in May 2020$7,000 since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 15.1% lower than the average sale price ($701K) of 6 comparable homes.
This is a rare find under 400K in highly desirable Oakhurst and an amazing opportunity for homebuyers and investors alike! This is a lovely move-in ready home that offers so much potential for any buyer. A great layout with bonus spaces, this 2/2 has a bedroom with ensuite bath and office space, separate dining room plus breakfast area in kitchen and an additional den/playroom. Bonus features include new roof and tankless water heater, hardwood floors throughout, fireplace in living room, stainless appliances in the kitchen and tiled baths. on one of the best streets in the neighborhood, this charming cottage with picture perfect front porch also has a private deck in back overlooking a large yard with Oakhurst Park directly behind. Only steps from the shops and restaurants of Oakhurst Village, Oakhurst Dog Park and multiple Decatur schools, this truly is a million dollar location. Will not last!
Public Records
Sep 26, 2018
Sold
$375,000
$262/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,409 (+16.4%)
$99,760 + $143,280
$243,040
2024
$11,524 (−36.8%)
$99,760 + $143,280
$243,040
2023
$18,244 (+83.7%)
$99,760 + $115,240
$215,000
2022
$9,932 (−42.4%)
$65,160 + $110,080
$175,240
2021
$17,248 (+147.4%)
$31,920 + $138,280
$170,200
2020
$6,971 (+7.3%)
$31,920 + $138,280
$170,200
2019
$6,495 (+216.8%)
$31,920 + $116,160
$148,080
2018
$2,050 (−20.9%)
$31,920 + $111,200
$143,120
2017
$2,593 (+36.7%)
$31,920 + $111,200
$143,120
2016
$1,896 (+88.8%)
$31,920 + $105,760
$137,680
2014
$1,004
$31,920 + $94,160
$126,080
2013
$1,005 (+135.3%)
$31,904 + $59,576
$91,480
2012
$427 (−75.8%)
$85,760 + $5,720
$91,480
2011
$1,763 (+308.7%)
$32,000 + $59,480
$91,480
2010
$431 (+16.0%)
$32,000 + $59,480
$91,480
2008
$372
Tax history for 526 E Lake Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,409 (+16.4%)
$99,760 + $143,280
$243,040
2024
$11,524 (−36.8%)
$99,760 + $143,280
$243,040
2023
$18,244 (+83.7%)
$99,760 + $115,240
$215,000
2022
$9,932 (−42.4%)
$65,160 + $110,080
$175,240
2021
$17,248 (+147.4%)
$31,920 + $138,280
$170,200
2020
$6,971 (+7.3%)
$31,920 + $138,280
$170,200
2019
$6,495 (+216.8%)
$31,920 + $116,160
$148,080
2018
$2,050 (−20.9%)
$31,920 + $111,200
$143,120
2017
$2,593 (+36.7%)
$31,920 + $111,200
$143,120
2016
$1,896 (+88.8%)
$31,920 + $105,760
$137,680
2014
$1,004
$31,920 + $94,160
$126,080
2013
$1,005 (+135.3%)
$31,904 + $59,576
$91,480
2012
$427 (−75.8%)
$85,760 + $5,720
$91,480
2011
$1,763 (+308.7%)
$32,000 + $59,480
$91,480
2010
$431 (+16.0%)
$32,000 + $59,480
$91,480
2008
$372
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,431
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 213 04 171
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, Level Driveway, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs, High Speed Internet, Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall, In Kitchen
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room,Cabinets White,Laminate Counters,Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Bonus Room, Den, Living Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Frame
Exterior Features: Other, Private Yard, Private Front Entry
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Decatur go south on McDonough across College Ave and railroad tracks to right on Oakview. Make a right on East Lake Road in Oakhust Village. House is approx. 1/4 mile on right.
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Dog Park, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,431
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 213 04 171
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Oakhurst Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.3mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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