This distinctive Craftsman Cottage is truly one of a kind sitting on one of Decatur's largest lots w/ 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 beautiful baths, hidden office, lofted second living space, 2-car garage & more! Upgrades include a high end trim, tankless hot water heater, hardwood floors, & 2 fireplaces! Retreat to the gorgeous master that enjoys a walk-in closet & spa-like bath w/ huge shower! A well appointed, innovative kitchen includes SS appliances, custom cabinets, granite counters, huge pantry & breakfast nook. Walk to Glenlake Park, Downtown Decatur & more! Brilliant!
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
$338Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by JONATHAN RICH• Keller Knapp
Bought with JONATHAN RICH• Keller Knapp
Source:FMLS #5601847
Redfin Estimate
$1,186,058
$466K since sold in January 2016$40K since July
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This home's estimate is 5.8% lower than the average sale price ($1.26M) of 6 comparable homes.
Great opportunity to renovate, expand or build new in Decatur. This four sided brick Tudor style home features two bedrooms, separate office, large living room with fireplace, dining room, full unfinished basement with interior access and walk-up expandable attic. The lot measures 70 x 200. Easy walk or bike ride to Glennwood Elementary and Downtown Decatur. Convenient to DeKalb Farmer's Market, Hwy 78, I-285, DeKalb Medical, Emory, CDC, Avondale Marta Station and so much more. Inquire about financing, seller is able to fund a construction/renovation project.
Public Records
May 7, 2014
Sold
$295,000
$84/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 14, 1987
Sold
$75,000
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,606 (+6.6%)
$84,160 + $320,920
$405,080
2024
$16,522 (−15.0%)
$84,160 + $320,920
$405,080
2023
$19,431 (+17.9%)
$84,160 + $295,800
$379,960
2022
$16,485 (+4.2%)
$56,360 + $286,200
$342,560
2021
$15,817 (+1.5%)
$30,000 + $315,160
$345,160
2020
$15,582 (+3.7%)
$30,000 + $315,160
$345,160
2019
$15,027 (+9.3%)
$19,520 + $319,960
$339,480
2018
$13,747 (−4.3%)
$19,520 + $297,240
$316,760
2017
$14,360 (+184.0%)
$19,520 + $297,240
$316,760
2016
$5,056 (+73.6%)
$17,040 + $211,280
$228,320
2014
$2,912 (−10.1%)
$15,858 + $97,564
$113,422
2013
$3,240 (+192.1%)
$17,024 + $70,776
$87,800
2012
$1,109 (−64.9%)
$40,120 + $47,680
$87,800
2011
$3,157 (+229.5%)
$17,000 + $70,800
$87,800
2010
$958 (−0.6%)
$17,000 + $70,800
$87,800
2008
$964
Tax history for 837 Sycamore Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,606 (+6.6%)
$84,160 + $320,920
$405,080
2024
$16,522 (−15.0%)
$84,160 + $320,920
$405,080
2023
$19,431 (+17.9%)
$84,160 + $295,800
$379,960
2022
$16,485 (+4.2%)
$56,360 + $286,200
$342,560
2021
$15,817 (+1.5%)
$30,000 + $315,160
$345,160
2020
$15,582 (+3.7%)
$30,000 + $315,160
$345,160
2019
$15,027 (+9.3%)
$19,520 + $319,960
$339,480
2018
$13,747 (−4.3%)
$19,520 + $297,240
$316,760
2017
$14,360 (+184.0%)
$19,520 + $297,240
$316,760
2016
$5,056 (+73.6%)
$17,040 + $211,280
$228,320
2014
$2,912 (−10.1%)
$15,858 + $97,564
$113,422
2013
$3,240 (+192.1%)
$17,024 + $70,776
$87,800
2012
$1,109 (−64.9%)
$40,120 + $47,680
$87,800
2011
$3,157 (+229.5%)
$17,000 + $70,800
$87,800
2010
$958 (−0.6%)
$17,000 + $70,800
$87,800
2008
$964
*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
5
Baths
3
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
3,509
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 007 04 039
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: Attached, Garage
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: Roommate Floor Plan
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Other Room
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Directions: From the Decatur Square, take Ponce De Leon East, Left on Sycamore Drive, Home is on the right!
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,509
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 007 04 039
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
New Glennwood Elementary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.7mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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