Off Market Jul 2024 for $1.5M

$1,437,001

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,953/mo

•

2,825

sq ft

538 E Lake Dr, Decatur, GA 30030

About this home

Modern in the heart of Oakhurst Village! Beautiful 4 bd/3 ba main house + a perfect apt w/ kitchenette & full bath above detached 2-car garage. Living room with accordion doors fold entirely back to create double the entertaining space for true indoor/outdoor living. Converted attic with a custom hinged ladder creates a bonus kids room/flex space + host your own band at PorchFest! This gem is extremely walkable to all City of Decatur schools, Oakhurst Village, Hosea + 2nd, Kirkwood Village, Revolution Donuts, Imperial, Oakhurst Park, Farmer's Market & Dog Park!

Single-familyProperty Type

2014Year Built

8,712 sq ftLot Size

$509Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Jennifer Waddy • Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International

Bought with Marianne Banchero • Keller Knapp

Source:FMLS #7405150

Redfin Estimate

$1,437,001

$118K since sold in July 2024$2,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 5.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.36M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,529,000
A
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SOLD AUG 5, 2026
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B
5 beds3.5 baths2,944 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$1,350,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths3,558 sq ft
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SOLD APR 30, 2026
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D
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SOLD AUG 11, 2026
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E
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SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$1,085,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,600 sq ft
536 Oakview Rd, Decatur, GA 30030

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Market trends in 30030, GA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$625K

$56K MoM

Avg. days on market

29d

2 days MoM

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Sale history for 538 E Lake Dr

Date

Event

Price

FMLS #7405150

Jul 9, 2024

Sold

$1,555,000

$550/sq ft

Jun 27, 2024

Pending

—

Jun 25, 2024

Contingent

—

Jun 16, 2024

Listed

$1,450,000

$513/sq ft

Jun 16, 2024

Coming Soon

$1,450,000

$513/sq ft

GAMLS #9039118

Sep 30, 2021

Pending

—

Sep 30, 2021

Sold

$1,100,000

$389/sq ft

Aug 28, 2021

Price Changed

$1,100,000

$389/sq ft

Aug 28, 2021

Pending

—

Aug 24, 2021

Listed

$999,900

$354/sq ft

Modern/contemporary in the heart of Oakhurst Village! Beautiful 4 bd/3 ba main house + a perfect apt w/ kitchenette and full bath above detached 2-car garage. Living room's glass accordion doors fold entirely back to create double the entertaining space for true indoor/outdoor living. Converted attic with a custom hinged ladder creates a bonus kids room/flex space + host your own band at PorchFest! This gem is extremely walkable to all City of Decatur schools, Oakhurst Village, Hosea + 2nd, Kirkwood Village, Revolution Donuts, Imperial, Oakhurst Park, Farmer's Market & Dog Park!

FMLS #6933895

Sep 30, 2021

Sold

$1,100,000

$389/sq ft

Aug 28, 2021

Price Changed

$1,100,000

$389/sq ft

Aug 28, 2021

Pending

—

Aug 22, 2021

Listed

$999,900

$354/sq ft

Modern in the heart of Oakhurst Village! Beautiful 4 bd/3 ba main house + a perfect apt w/ kitchenette & full bath above detached 2-car garage. Living room's accordion doors fold entirely back to create double the entertaining space for true indoor/outdoor living. Converted attic with a custom hinged ladder creates a bonus kids room/flex space + host your own band at PorchFest! This gem is extremely walkable to all City of Decatur schools, Oakhurst Village, Hosea + 2nd, Kirkwood Village, Revolution Donuts, Imperial, Oakhurst Park, Farmer's Market & Dog Park!

FMLS #5203380

Feb 10, 2016

Price Changed

$324,900

$115/sq ft

Jun 4, 2015

Price Changed

$326,000

$115/sq ft

Nov 4, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Oct 30, 2013

Sold

$326,000

$115/sq ft

Oct 16, 2013

Pending

—

Oct 13, 2013

Contingent

—

Oct 1, 2013

Listed

$324,900

$115/sq ft

GAMLS #7163196

Sep 30, 2014

Price Changed

$324,900

$115/sq ft

Nov 2, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Oct 30, 2013

Sold

$326,000

$115/sq ft

Oct 15, 2013

Pending

—

Oct 15, 2013

Price Changed

$326,000

$115/sq ft

Oct 1, 2013

Listed

$324,900

$115/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 6, 2013

Sold

$326,000

$115/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 24, 2005

Sold

$222,900

$79/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 16, 1998

Sold

$148,000

$52/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 11, 1998

Sold

$60,000

$21/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 19, 1989

Sold

$57,000

$20/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 27, 1988

Sold

$41,500

$15/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$22,005 (+16.4%)

$132,400 + $391,800

$524,200

2024

$18,900 (+5.3%)

$132,400 + $391,800

$524,200

2023

$17,956 (+12.7%)

$132,400 + $307,440

$439,840

2022

$15,928 (+12.8%)

$132,400 + $260,040

$392,440

2021

$14,118 (+0.1%)

$60,000 + $277,560

$337,560

2020

$14,102 (+4.0%)

$60,000 + $277,560

$337,560

2019

$13,560 (+103.1%)

$60,000 + $252,040

$312,040

2018

$6,676 (−30.6%)

$60,000 + $237,320

$297,320

2017

$9,615 (+8.4%)

$60,000 + $237,320

$297,320

2016

$8,868 (+172.9%)

$60,000 + $218,840

$278,840

2014

$3,249 (−5.3%)

$60,000 + $221,320

$281,320

2013

$3,430 (+180.1%)

$31,904 + $65,056

$96,960

2012

$1,225 (−63.3%)

$85,760 + $11,200

$96,960

2011

$3,338 (+215.5%)

$32,000 + $64,960

$96,960

2010

$1,058 (+198.5%)

$35,290 + $61,670

$96,960

2008

$354

Tax history for 538 E Lake Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$22,005 (+16.4%)

$132,400 + $391,800

$524,200

2024

$18,900 (+5.3%)

$132,400 + $391,800

$524,200

2023

$17,956 (+12.7%)

$132,400 + $307,440

$439,840

2022

$15,928 (+12.8%)

$132,400 + $260,040

$392,440

2021

$14,118 (+0.1%)

$60,000 + $277,560

$337,560

2020

$14,102 (+4.0%)

$60,000 + $277,560

$337,560

2019

$13,560 (+103.1%)

$60,000 + $252,040

$312,040

2018

$6,676 (−30.6%)

$60,000 + $237,320

$297,320

2017

$9,615 (+8.4%)

$60,000 + $237,320

$297,320

2016

$8,868 (+172.9%)

$60,000 + $218,840

$278,840

2014

$3,249 (−5.3%)

$60,000 + $221,320

$281,320

2013

$3,430 (+180.1%)

$31,904 + $65,056

$96,960

2012

$1,225 (−63.3%)

$85,760 + $11,200

$96,960

2011

$3,338 (+215.5%)

$32,000 + $64,960

$96,960

2010

$1,058 (+198.5%)

$35,290 + $61,670

$96,960

2008

$354

*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

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,446

Year built

2014

Style

Single Family Residential

County

DeKalb County

APN

15 213 04 168

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 Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Level Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Open Parking: Yes

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Shower Only

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan,Oversized Master,Studio

Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Masonry, Outside
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Mud Room, Upper Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Solid Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Open Concept,Seats 12+
Room Type: Bonus Room, Loft, Media Room, Office, Other
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Property Information
Levels: Three Or More
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,825
Construction Materials: Other
Exterior Features: Courtyard, Garden, Private Yard, Other
Roof: Composition, Shingle, Other
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Carriage House, Garage(s), Guest House

Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
TaxLegalDescription: warranty deed in documents

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

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

Location

Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0

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

Location Information
Directions: Please use GPS.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA

Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Playground, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,446
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2014
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 213 04 168

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026

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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

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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 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

5/10 Wind Factor

26% 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.

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$1.37M – $1.65M

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Home values near 538 E Lake Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
535 E Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 3540 Sq. Ft.	$1,098,836
618 E Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1100 Sq. Ft.	$673,752

Address	Redfin Estimate
518 E Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1348 Sq. Ft.	$730,465
614 E Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$733,807

Address	Redfin Estimate
613 E Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1630 Sq. Ft.	$500,663
550 E Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1452 Sq. Ft.	$524,990

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