Updated 1920’s 4BR|3BA brick in Decatur’s sought-after Oakhurst neighborhood – a stone’s throw from Oakhurst Village & the Wylde Center, and walking distance to award-winning City of Decatur schools, endless dining/retail options & a plethora of parks/trails! Designed by the pioneer architect, Leila Ross Wilburn, and newly renovated in 2020 by renowned Arlene Dean, this home exemplifies 1920’s historic charm (w/its original fireplace, parquet floors, picture molding, doorways & trim) and quality craftsmanship with all of the coveted luxuries of modern living. Newly refinished floors & interior paint throughout. High-end kitchen with new SS appliances, gas range & hood, Silestone quartz countertops, hands-free faucet & trash bin, and custom cabinetry w/ample storage space & appliance garage. Master suite with laundry chute(!!), custom walk-in closet & newly updated en-suite bathroom, featuring radiant floor heating, double vanity, Silestone counters & tiled sit-down shower with dual heads. Bonus family room w/stone fireplace & beverage fridge opens to rear porch & private, level backyard with hot tub & 2-car parking w/electric charging station. Welcoming slate front porch is perfectly positioned to keep up with the happenings of your new friendly, neighborhood. Steps to Agnes Scott, downtown Decatur/Oakhurst & public transportation. Minutes to major highways, Emory, CDC & VA hospital. Assigned elementary schools are Winnona Park & F.AVE. This home truly bestows unmatched character, with thoughtful, high-end living in the absolute PERFECT LOCATION. Run!! This stunner won’t last long!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$414Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Derek Wood• Golley Realty Group
Bought with Sandy Monett• HomeSmart
Source:FMLS #6738900
Redfin Estimate
$1,116,909
$319K since sold in July 2020$5,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 2.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.09M) of 6 comparable homes.
Updated 1920’s 4BR|3BA brick in Decatur’s sought-after Oakhurst neighborhood – a stone’s throw from Oakhurst Village & the Wylde Center, and walking distance to award-winning City of Decatur schools, endless dining/retail options & a plethora of parks/trails! Designed by the pioneer architect, Leila Ross Wilburn, and newly renovated in 2020 by renowned Arlene Dean, this home exemplifies 1920’s historic charm (w/its original fireplace, parquet floors, picture molding, doorways & trim) and quality craftsmanship with all of the coveted luxuries of modern living. Newly refinished floors & interior paint throughout. High-end kitchen with new SS appliances, gas range & hood, Silestone quartz countertops, hands-free faucet & trash bin, and custom cabinetry w/ample storage space & appliance garage. Master suite with laundry chute(!!), custom walk-in closet & newly updated en suite bathroom, featuring radiant floor heating, double vanity, Silestone counters & tiled sit-down shower with dual heads. Bonus family room w/stone fireplace & beverage fridge opens to rear porch & private, level backyard with hot tub & 2-car parking w/electric charging station. Welcoming slate front porch is perfectly positioned to keep up with the happenings of your new friendly, neighborhood. Steps to Agnes Scott, downtown Decatur/Oakhurst & public transportation. Minutes to major highways, Emory, CDC & VA hospital. Assigned elementary schools are Winnona Park & F.AVE. This home truly bestows unmatched character, with thoughtful, high-end living in the absolute PERFECT LOCATION. Run!! This stunner won’t last long!!!
Public Records
Mar 11, 2003
Sold
$265,000
$98/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 7, 1998
Sold
$155,000
$57/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 14, 1994
Sold
$57,600
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,319 (+162,368.9%)
$110,600 + $303,120
$413,720
2024
$11 (−0.9%)
$110,600 + $303,120
$413,720
2023
$11 (−99.9%)
$110,600 + $271,240
$381,840
2021
$16,516 (+73.2%)
$22,920 + $292,280
$315,200
2020
$9,534 (+93.6%)
$22,920 + $292,280
$315,200
2019
$4,925 (−39.5%)
$22,920 + $185,000
$207,920
2018
$8,147 (−4.8%)
$22,920 + $169,200
$192,120
2017
$8,554 (+71.9%)
$22,920 + $169,200
$192,120
2016
$4,977 (+105.2%)
$22,920 + $173,920
$196,840
2014
$2,426 (+32.1%)
$22,920 + $172,440
$195,360
2013
$1,837 (+366.1%)
$22,920 + $54,600
$77,520
2012
$394 (−85.1%)
$57,400 + $20,120
$77,520
2011
$2,644 (+514.5%)
$35,600 + $55,680
$91,280
2010
$430 (+16.0%)
$35,600 + $55,680
$91,280
2008
$371
Tax history for 623 S Mcdonough St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,319 (+162,368.9%)
$110,600 + $303,120
$413,720
2024
$11 (−0.9%)
$110,600 + $303,120
$413,720
2023
$11 (−99.9%)
$110,600 + $271,240
$381,840
2021
$16,516 (+73.2%)
$22,920 + $292,280
$315,200
2020
$9,534 (+93.6%)
$22,920 + $292,280
$315,200
2019
$4,925 (−39.5%)
$22,920 + $185,000
$207,920
2018
$8,147 (−4.8%)
$22,920 + $169,200
$192,120
2017
$8,554 (+71.9%)
$22,920 + $169,200
$192,120
2016
$4,977 (+105.2%)
$22,920 + $173,920
$196,840
2014
$2,426 (+32.1%)
$22,920 + $172,440
$195,360
2013
$1,837 (+366.1%)
$22,920 + $54,600
$77,520
2012
$394 (−85.1%)
$57,400 + $20,120
$77,520
2011
$2,644 (+514.5%)
$35,600 + $55,680
$91,280
2010
$430 (+16.0%)
$35,600 + $55,680
$91,280
2008
$371
*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
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,701
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 214 04 092
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
# of Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Driveway, On Street, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room
Interior Features: Bookcases, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 10 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s), Other
Window Features: Plantation Shutters
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Other
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Chute, Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard, Storage, Other
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Other Structures: Shed(s), Other
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Winnona Park/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Oakhurst Village follow Oakview Rd East until it dead ends into South McDonough St. Make a right and #623 will be on your right. Park in driveway.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Other
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,701
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 214 04 092
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
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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