This beautiful cottage is a jewel that has been renovated and expanded to create an open, sun filled floor plan. The spacious kitchen has been updated with white cabinets, granite counters and SS appliances. The large deck is perfect for entertaining and overlooks a lovely fenced in yard. The basement provides ample space for storage. Centrally located - walking distance to Oakhurst Village, Decatur Square, McCoy Park, Wylde Center, Agnes Scott, Decatur Schools and so much more.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$501Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Natalie Williams• Park Realty, LLC.
Bought with Harvin Greene• Dorsey Alston Realtors
Source:FMLS #6863092
Redfin Estimate
$741,083
$141K since sold in May 2021$2,000 since September
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 2.6% lower than the average sale price ($761K) of 6 comparable homes.
Drop-dead gorgeous cottage in prime location! This adorable brick beauty was just renovated & expanded to create a wide-open floorplan flooded w/sunlight from the period-style windows. Spacious kitchen offers white cabinets, granite, SS appliances & room for an island. Original charm, refinished hardwoods & newly added 2nd bath. Huge deck overlooks the lovely fenced yard w/sitting & gardening area. Large basement provides plenty of storage. Amazing location- walk to Oakhurst Village, Decatur Square, McCoy Park, top Decatur Schools, Wylde Center, Agnes Scott & much more!
GAMLS #8645569
Dec 19, 2019
Sold
$510,000
$345/sq ft
Oct 28, 2019
Pending
—
Oct 1, 2019
Relisted
—
Sep 23, 2019
Pending
—
Sep 16, 2019
Price Changed
$519,900
$351/sq ft
Sep 9, 2019
Price Changed
$525,000
$355/sq ft
Aug 21, 2019
Listed
$529,900
$358/sq ft
GAMLS #8225688
Oct 10, 2017
Sold
$449,900
$304/sq ft
Aug 28, 2017
Pending
—
Aug 7, 2017
Price Changed
$449,900
$304/sq ft
Jul 17, 2017
Listed
$465,000
$314/sq ft
FMLS #5877740
Oct 10, 2017
Sold
$449,900
$304/sq ft
Aug 28, 2017
Contingent
—
Aug 7, 2017
Price Changed
$449,900
$304/sq ft
Jul 13, 2017
Listed
$465,000
$314/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 4, 2002
Sold
$191,000
$129/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,424 (+0.3%)
$116,560 + $131,440
$248,000
2024
$10,391 (−38.2%)
$116,560 + $131,440
$248,000
2023
$16,803 (+64.3%)
$116,440 + $147,920
$264,360
2022
$10,225 (−45.5%)
$147,920 + $92,080
$240,000
2021
$18,755 (+114.0%)
$22,920 + $177,720
$200,640
2020
$8,763 (+9.7%)
$22,920 + $177,720
$200,640
2019
$7,991 (+8.5%)
$22,920 + $159,880
$182,800
2018
$7,363 (+27.0%)
$22,920 + $148,800
$171,720
2017
$5,796 (+91.5%)
$22,920 + $148,800
$171,720
2016
$3,027 (+53.7%)
$22,920 + $107,520
$130,440
2014
$1,970 (+1.5%)
$22,920 + $96,800
$119,720
2013
$1,940 (+450.0%)
$22,920 + $47,360
$70,280
2012
$353 (−84.5%)
$57,400 + $12,880
$70,280
2011
$2,280 (+530.8%)
$35,600 + $42,440
$78,040
2010
$361 (+18.1%)
$35,600 + $42,440
$78,040
2008
$306
Tax history for 611 S Mcdonough St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,424 (+0.3%)
$116,560 + $131,440
$248,000
2024
$10,391 (−38.2%)
$116,560 + $131,440
$248,000
2023
$16,803 (+64.3%)
$116,440 + $147,920
$264,360
2022
$10,225 (−45.5%)
$147,920 + $92,080
$240,000
2021
$18,755 (+114.0%)
$22,920 + $177,720
$200,640
2020
$8,763 (+9.7%)
$22,920 + $177,720
$200,640
2019
$7,991 (+8.5%)
$22,920 + $159,880
$182,800
2018
$7,363 (+27.0%)
$22,920 + $148,800
$171,720
2017
$5,796 (+91.5%)
$22,920 + $148,800
$171,720
2016
$3,027 (+53.7%)
$22,920 + $107,520
$130,440
2014
$1,970 (+1.5%)
$22,920 + $96,800
$119,720
2013
$1,940 (+450.0%)
$22,920 + $47,360
$70,280
2012
$353 (−84.5%)
$57,400 + $12,880
$70,280
2011
$2,280 (+530.8%)
$35,600 + $42,440
$78,040
2010
$361 (+18.1%)
$35,600 + $42,440
$78,040
2008
$306
*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
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
1,480
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 214 04 089
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 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
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Decorative, Masonry
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Other
Window Features: Plantation Shutters
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Winnona Park/Talley Street
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Oakhurst Village, follow Oakview Road unit it dead ends into S. McDonough Street. Turn right and the house is the 2nd house on the right from the corner.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,480
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 214 04 089
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Winnona Park Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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