ATTENTION. 865 & 867 SYCAMORE DR. for sale, TOTAL 0.5 ACRES. Charming cottage on large lot in center of City of Decatur. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom was recently renovated. Refinished original hardwood floors, updated bathroom appliances and brand new vanities, refinished countertops and fresh paint. Enjoy an open floor plan with ample living and dining space. Cute screened in porch off of living room and huge yard with off street parking and garden space. Walk to Decatur Square, Glenlake ParK, schools, N. Decatur stores. Quick commute to CDC, Emory, I-285, Midtown.
Single-familyProperty Type
1944Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$936Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Mariia Romanenko• Virtual Properties Realty.com
Bought with TED BLOCKER• Keller Knapp
Source:FMLS #6933961
Redfin Estimate
$1,244,479
$704K since sold in December 2021$15K since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 60.8% higher than the average sale price ($774K) of 6 comparable homes.
Charming cottage on large lot in center of City of Decatur! This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom was recently renovated. Refinished original hardwood floors, updated bathroom appliances and brand new vanities, refinished countertops and fresh paint in every room. Enjoy an open floor plan with ample living and dining space. Cute screened in porch off of living room and huge yard with off street parking and garden space. Walk to Decatur Square, Glenlake Park Swim&Tennis, schools, N. Decatur stores, restaurants! Quick commute to CDC, Emory, I-285, Ga Tech, Midtown. Available now!
FMLS #6933961
Dec 8, 2021
Sold
$540,000
$406/sq ft
Nov 9, 2021
Pending
—
Oct 26, 2021
Contingent
—
Sep 15, 2021
Price Changed
$569,000
$428/sq ft
Aug 21, 2021
Listed
$499,000
$375/sq ft
FMLS #6084417
Dec 28, 2018
Sold
$425,000
$320/sq ft
Dec 13, 2018
Pending
—
Dec 3, 2018
Price Changed
$425,000
$320/sq ft
Nov 28, 2018
Relisted
—
Nov 23, 2018
Pending
—
Nov 15, 2018
Contingent
—
Oct 9, 2018
Listed
$440,000
$331/sq ft
Back on market! Charming cottage on giant 70 x 300 lot. One-level living and ready for instant move-in. Perfect home to add 2nd story, large extension or swimming pool. Two lots included in this sale: 865 Sycamore and landlocked 867 Sycamore. Walk to Decatur Square, Glenlake Park Swim & Tennis, City of Decatur schools, N. Decatur stores & restaurants! Street is full of million dollar new construction projects, great opportunity for buy-and-hold investors looking to rent out or opportunistic owner-occupier. Quick commute to CDC, Emory, I-285, Ga Tech, Midtown.
GAMLS #8466537
Dec 28, 2018
Sold
$425,000
$320/sq ft
Dec 17, 2018
Pending
—
Dec 3, 2018
Price Changed
$425,000
$320/sq ft
Nov 28, 2018
Relisted
—
Nov 15, 2018
Pending
—
Oct 9, 2018
Listed
$440,000
$331/sq ft
FMLS #5994911
Jun 1, 2018
Sold
$408,000
$307/sq ft
May 5, 2018
Pending
—
May 1, 2018
Contingent
—
May 1, 2018
Relisted
—
Apr 28, 2018
Pending
—
Apr 18, 2018
Contingent
—
Apr 12, 2018
Listed
$399,900
$301/sq ft
GAMLS #8360139
Jun 1, 2018
Sold
$408,000
$307/sq ft
May 14, 2018
Pending
—
Apr 12, 2018
Listed
$399,900
$301/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 20, 1995
Sold
$88,900
$67/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6 (+35.9%)
$135,128 + $330,832
$465,960
2023
$4 (−100.0%)
$133,720 + $332,240
$465,960
2022
$10,019 (−44.3%)
$36,640 + $130,680
$167,320
2021
$17,993 (+87.3%)
$19,520 + $157,040
$176,560
2020
$9,607 (+7.4%)
$19,520 + $157,040
$176,560
2019
$8,946 (+75.0%)
$19,520 + $141,760
$161,280
2018
$5,112 (−8.7%)
$15,480 + $102,760
$118,240
2017
$5,602 (+84.0%)
$15,480 + $102,760
$118,240
2016
$3,045 (+60.9%)
$17,040 + $100,360
$117,400
2014
$1,892 (−2.5%)
$17,040 + $92,200
$109,240
2013
$1,940 (+450.0%)
$17,024 + $53,256
$70,280
2012
$353 (−82.9%)
$40,120 + $30,160
$70,280
2011
$2,067 (+543.6%)
$17,000 + $53,280
$70,280
2010
$321 (+17.0%)
$16,990 + $53,290
$70,280
2008
$275
Tax history for 865 Sycamore Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6 (+35.9%)
$135,128 + $330,832
$465,960
2023
$4 (−100.0%)
$133,720 + $332,240
$465,960
2022
$10,019 (−44.3%)
$36,640 + $130,680
$167,320
2021
$17,993 (+87.3%)
$19,520 + $157,040
$176,560
2020
$9,607 (+7.4%)
$19,520 + $157,040
$176,560
2019
$8,946 (+75.0%)
$19,520 + $141,760
$161,280
2018
$5,112 (−8.7%)
$15,480 + $102,760
$118,240
2017
$5,602 (+84.0%)
$15,480 + $102,760
$118,240
2016
$3,045 (+60.9%)
$17,040 + $100,360
$117,400
2014
$1,892 (−2.5%)
$17,040 + $92,200
$109,240
2013
$1,940 (+450.0%)
$17,024 + $53,256
$70,280
2012
$353 (−82.9%)
$40,120 + $30,160
$70,280
2011
$2,067 (+543.6%)
$17,000 + $53,280
$70,280
2010
$321 (+17.0%)
$16,990 + $53,290
$70,280
2008
$275
*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
5.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,802
Year built
2023
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 007 04 031
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: 1
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Separate Tub/Shower
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level, Mud Room
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Other
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Block
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details: Slab
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Clairemont
Middle Or Junior School: Renfroe
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: Google map
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Public Transportation, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,802
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2023
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 007 04 031
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
New Glennwood Elementary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.8mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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