City of Decatur--Once in a rare while this type of opportunity becomes available.First time on market in 50 years--this lovingly maintained 4 sided brick bungalow features original architectural features, newer systems, hardwood floors, permanent steps to attic (ideal for suite/additional bedrooms/bathrooms),daylight basement with interior/ exterior entry, enclosed sun porch, detached 1-car garage (great studio possibility) and large level deep lot.Located within steps to nearby Winnona Park Elementary and parks.Ideal for those seeking benefits of City of Decatur living
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
$471Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Susie Simmons• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with ANNE LANDERS• IAN MARSHALL REALTY INC
Source:FMLS #5028404
Redfin Estimate
$576,644
$279K since sold in July 2012$4,000 since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 0.3% lower than the average sale price ($579K) of 6 comparable homes.
CITY OF DECATUR--ONCE IN A RARE WHILE THIS TYPE OF OPPORTUNITY BECOMES AVAILABLE.FIRST TIME ON MARKET IN 50 YEARS--THIS LOVINGLY MAINTAINED 4 SIDED BRICK BUNGALOW
Public Records
Jul 30, 2012
Sold
$297,500
$243/sq ft
FMLS #5028404
Aug 27, 2012
Price Changed
$297,500
$243/sq ft
Aug 27, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jul 23, 2012
Price Changed
$310,000
$253/sq ft
Jul 23, 2012
Sold
$297,500
$243/sq ft
Jun 20, 2012
Pending
—
Jun 13, 2012
Contingent
—
Jun 6, 2012
Listed
$310,000
$253/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,436 (+6.6%)
$116,600 + $107,720
$224,320
2024
$8,850 (−33.4%)
$116,600 + $107,720
$224,320
2023
$13,285 (+75.9%)
$116,600 + $94,440
$211,040
2022
$7,553 (−46.0%)
$69,080 + $80,200
$149,280
2021
$13,986 (+86.8%)
$46,760 + $109,640
$156,400
2020
$7,487 (+6.5%)
$46,760 + $109,640
$156,400
2019
$7,030 (+17.6%)
$46,760 + $114,240
$161,000
2018
$5,976 (−6.4%)
$40,880 + $99,680
$140,560
2017
$6,387 (+92.7%)
$40,880 + $99,680
$140,560
2016
$3,315 (+17.8%)
$37,480 + $108,960
$146,440
2014
$2,814 (−4.1%)
$37,480 + $88,760
$126,240
2013
$2,936 (+433.5%)
$37,488 + $67,392
$104,880
2012
$550 (−78.1%)
$103,960 + $920
$104,880
2011
$2,515 (+402.0%)
$37,400 + $67,480
$104,880
2010
$501 (+14.5%)
$37,400 + $67,480
$104,880
2008
$438
Tax history for 740 Avery St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,436 (+6.6%)
$116,600 + $107,720
$224,320
2024
$8,850 (−33.4%)
$116,600 + $107,720
$224,320
2023
$13,285 (+75.9%)
$116,600 + $94,440
$211,040
2022
$7,553 (−46.0%)
$69,080 + $80,200
$149,280
2021
$13,986 (+86.8%)
$46,760 + $109,640
$156,400
2020
$7,487 (+6.5%)
$46,760 + $109,640
$156,400
2019
$7,030 (+17.6%)
$46,760 + $114,240
$161,000
2018
$5,976 (−6.4%)
$40,880 + $99,680
$140,560
2017
$6,387 (+92.7%)
$40,880 + $99,680
$140,560
2016
$3,315 (+17.8%)
$37,480 + $108,960
$146,440
2014
$2,814 (−4.1%)
$37,480 + $88,760
$126,240
2013
$2,936 (+433.5%)
$37,488 + $67,392
$104,880
2012
$550 (−78.1%)
$103,960 + $920
$104,880
2011
$2,515 (+402.0%)
$37,400 + $67,480
$104,880
2010
$501 (+14.5%)
$37,400 + $67,480
$104,880
2008
$438
*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
1
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,308
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 215 13 016
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.
Directions: From Decatur Square, travel College Avenue toward Avondale Estates, right on Avery Street, home near intersection of Kirk Rd and Avery Street, #741 on left
Road Surface Type: Paved
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Park, Playground, Public Transportation, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,308
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 1993
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 215 13 016
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Winnona Park Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.2mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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