Welcome to 724 Sycamore Drive a beautifully maintained home in the highly sought-after Decatur Heights neighborhood. Perfectly situated just minutes from Emory University, Downtown Decatur, and Emory Decatur Hospital, this property offers the ideal combination of charm, convenience, and potential. Step inside to a light-filled living room featuring elegant crown molding, hardwood floors, and a cozy fireplace that anchors the space with warmth and character. The open floor plan flows easily into a thoughtfully updated kitchen, complete with shaker-style cabinetry, stone countertops, and a modern tile backsplash, a blend of classic design and contemporary function. The home’s tiled walk-in shower and updated bathroom provide a spa-like touch, while the spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet for added comfort and practicality. Outside, enjoy a peaceful fenced in backyard. Finished bonus room upstairs with the potential to add a third bathroom, whether for guests, a home office, or growing family. The unfinished basement provides ample storage or even the opportunity for future workshop or hobby space. Built in 1948 and lovingly cared for and captures the timeless charm of Decatur living with thoughtful updates throughout. Move-in ready and full of opportunity.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$450Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The Level Up Team• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Contact: 404-537-5200
Bought with Maria Skillas• HomeSmart
Source:FMLS #7667380
Redfin Estimate
$723,781
$114K since sold in March 2026$23K since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 34.6% higher than the average sale price ($538K) of 6 comparable homes.
Est. $3,496 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 724 Sycamore Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7667380
Mar 12, 2026
Sold
$610,000
$450/sq ft
Feb 15, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 29, 2026
Price Changed
$635,000
$469/sq ft
Oct 17, 2025
Listed
$640,000
$472/sq ft
GAMLS #10626686
Mar 12, 2026
Sold
$610,000
$450/sq ft
Feb 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 29, 2026
Price Changed
$635,000
$469/sq ft
Oct 17, 2025
Listed
$640,000
$472/sq ft
Welcome to 724 Sycamore Drive a beautifully maintained home in the highly sought-after Decatur Heights neighborhood. Perfectly situated just minutes from Emory University, Downtown Decatur, and Emory Decatur Hospital, this property offers the ideal combination of charm, convenience, and potential. Step inside to a light-filled living room featuring elegant crown molding, hardwood floors, and a cozy fireplace that anchors the space with warmth and character. The open floor plan flows easily into a thoughtfully updated kitchen, complete with shaker-style cabinetry, stone countertops, and a modern tile backsplash, a blend of classic design and contemporary function. The home's tiled walk-in shower and updated bathroom provide a spa-like touch, while the spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet for added comfort and practicality. Outside, enjoy a peaceful fenced in backyard. Finished bonus room upstairs with the potential to add a third bathroom, whether for guests, a home office, or growing family. The unfinished basement provides ample storage or even the opportunity for future workshop or hobby space. Built in 1948 and lovingly cared for and captures the timeless charm of Decatur living with thoughtful updates throughout. Move-in ready and full of opportunity.
FMLS #6843207
Apr 5, 2021
Sold
$520,000
$384/sq ft
Mar 1, 2021
Pending
—
Feb 22, 2021
Listed
$520,000
$384/sq ft
Welcome home to this lovely renovated cottage on a great level lot in City of Decatur. Main floor features an open floor plan with tons of natural light, updated kitchen with quartz counters and soft close cabinets and drawers, cozy living room with gas fireplace, and large laundry room. Main floor owner's suite includes walk in closet and bathroom added in 2020. Don't miss the bonus space upstairs, which would be a wonderful office, playroom, or den, or could easily be converted into a third bedroom. There's also unfinished space upstairs which could be used to add a 3rd bathroom. Dry walk in basement and workshop offers lots of storage, and there is even covered parking out back. Large fig tree in front of the home produces tasty fruit in the summer! Enjoy your morning coffee or al fresco meals on the large side porch, and wave at your friendly neighbors as they stroll by. Optimally located in Decatur Heights, a tight knit community, and within award winning Glennwood Elementary and state of the art Talley Street Upper Elementary district. Walk to Schools, Decatur Square, Marta, and Glen Creek Nature Preserve. Close to Emory Dekalb Medical, Agnes Scott, CDC/Emory Campus, Whole Foods, Farmers Market and more. Tons of updates include refinished hardwood floors, spray foam insulation, newer roof, HVAC, water heater, and windows, and updated plumbing and electrical. You will love everything this home has to offer!
GAMLS #8933136
Apr 5, 2021
Sold
$520,000
$384/sq ft
Mar 1, 2021
Pending
—
Feb 22, 2021
Listed
$520,000
$384/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 19, 2012
Sold
$236,300
$174/sq ft
FMLS #4262565
Oct 3, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Sep 30, 2011
Sold
$130,000
$96/sq ft
Sep 8, 2011
Contingent
—
Aug 16, 2011
Listed
$159,000
$117/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 1, 1980
Sold
$18,900
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,334 (+14.2%)
$84,160 + $174,640
$258,800
2024
$12,547
$84,160 + $174,640
$258,800
2023
$12,542 (+21.7%)
$84,160 + $149,000
$233,160
2022
$10,309 (−31.4%)
$56,360 + $148,920
$205,280
2021
$15,030 (+123.2%)
$31,520 + $136,840
$168,360
2020
$6,734 (+7.1%)
$31,520 + $136,840
$168,360
2019
$6,285 (+8.5%)
$25,000 + $118,720
$143,720
2018
$5,795 (−2.8%)
$25,000 + $111,800
$136,800
2017
$5,961 (+84.8%)
$25,000 + $111,800
$136,800
2016
$3,225 (+39.1%)
$25,000 + $103,280
$128,280
2014
$2,319 (−4.7%)
$25,000 + $101,200
$126,200
2013
$2,432 (+114.8%)
$24,992 + $64,648
$89,640
2012
$1,132 (−64.8%)
$58,600 + $31,040
$89,640
2011
$3,216 (+228.9%)
$24,840 + $64,800
$89,640
2010
$978 (+1.9%)
$24,829 + $64,811
$89,640
2008
$960
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
1,520
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 007 05 098
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: Assigned, Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Kitchen, Laundry Room, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Stone Counters
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Basement: Exterior Entry, Partial, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,355
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 250
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Shingle, Composition
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry, 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Glennwood
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Merge onto I-85 South / I-75 South via the ramp to Atlanta. Take exit 248C on the left for Freedom Parkway / Carter Center. Follow Freedom Parkway east about 2.3 miles. Turn right onto Ponce de Leon Ave NE (US-78 East). Continue on Ponce de Leon Ave for about 2.5 miles toward Decatur. Turn right onto Clairemont Ave (at the Decatur Square area). Drive about 0.4 miles, then turn left onto Sycamore Dr. Continue 0.3 miles, 724 Sycamore Dr will be on your left.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Beltline, Near Schools, Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,520
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 007 05 098
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
New Glennwood Elementary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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