English country house in City of Decatur: winner of the 2016 Gold OBIE Historic Renovation award, 5/4 with integrated in-law wing nicely situated on over half a secluded acre of mature trees & gardens. An understated, timeless beauty w/ uncommon privacy & lovely views from every window. Abundant living spaces complemented by a sunny craft room, private study, laundries on main & second floors. Screened porches for outdoor living. 2 car garage; workshop easily convertible to office, studio, or retreat; organic raised-bed & butterfly gardens, & room for a full-sized pool.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.6 acresLot Size
$420Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by NORA LEVESQUE• Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta
Bought with FRANK WYNNE• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Source:FMLS #5838473
Redfin Estimate
$1,446,612
$472K since sold in May 2017$52K since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 11.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.30M) of 6 comparable homes.
Outstanding whole-house historic renovation and expansion by award-winning firm; the home won the 2016 Gold OBIE Historic Renovation award. Every thoughtful detail has been hand-fashioned to evoke a simpler time. With 5 bedrooms and 4 baths and a true in-law layout, this Storybook cottage affords enough space for a growing multi-generational family, and each room offers lovely views and unique character. Serene, private mini-farm setting in the heart of City of Decatur.
FMLS #5838473
May 23, 2017
Sold
$975,000
$283/sq ft
May 9, 2017
Contingent
—
Apr 24, 2017
Listed
$989,000
$287/sq ft
FMLS #3883716
Jun 19, 2009
Sold
$287,000
$83/sq ft
Apr 2, 2009
Listed
$295,000
$86/sq ft
On large lot. Features hardwoods + crown molding, living room w/fireplace, sunroom, office, spacious kitchen, and bonus/play room. Backyard w/magnolias, pecan and fig trees, azaleas, and forsythias providing a backdrop for expansive screened porch. Tool shed + workshop building in backyard.
Public Records
Sep 24, 1992
Sold
$89,900
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,179 (+149,152.6%)
$127,920 + $301,920
$429,840
2024
$12 (−99.9%)
$127,920 + $301,920
$429,840
2023
$16,316 (+1.9%)
$127,920 + $276,360
$404,280
2022
$16,013 (+0.5%)
$85,680 + $267,680
$353,360
2021
$15,932 (−0.6%)
$45,600 + $295,280
$340,880
2020
$16,036 (+3.7%)
$45,600 + $295,280
$340,880
2019
$15,468 (+9.8%)
$45,600 + $310,560
$356,160
2018
$14,092 (+24.3%)
$45,600 + $285,240
$330,840
2017
$11,336 (+64.2%)
$45,600 + $285,240
$330,840
2016
$6,906 (+127.5%)
$45,600 + $225,400
$271,000
2014
$3,036 (−4.5%)
$45,600 + $214,080
$259,680
2013
$3,180 (+403.9%)
$36,176 + $82,864
$119,040
2012
$631 (−81.5%)
$85,240 + $33,800
$119,040
2011
$3,408 (+493.0%)
$36,160 + $82,880
$119,040
2010
$575 (+14.0%)
$36,160 + $82,880
$119,040
2008
$504
Tax history for 936 Sycamore Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,179 (+149,152.6%)
$127,920 + $301,920
$429,840
2024
$12 (−99.9%)
$127,920 + $301,920
$429,840
2023
$16,316 (+1.9%)
$127,920 + $276,360
$404,280
2022
$16,013 (+0.5%)
$85,680 + $267,680
$353,360
2021
$15,932 (−0.6%)
$45,600 + $295,280
$340,880
2020
$16,036 (+3.7%)
$45,600 + $295,280
$340,880
2019
$15,468 (+9.8%)
$45,600 + $310,560
$356,160
2018
$14,092 (+24.3%)
$45,600 + $285,240
$330,840
2017
$11,336 (+64.2%)
$45,600 + $285,240
$330,840
2016
$6,906 (+127.5%)
$45,600 + $225,400
$271,000
2014
$3,036 (−4.5%)
$45,600 + $214,080
$259,680
2013
$3,180 (+403.9%)
$36,176 + $82,864
$119,040
2012
$631 (−81.5%)
$85,240 + $33,800
$119,040
2011
$3,408 (+493.0%)
$36,160 + $82,880
$119,040
2010
$575 (+14.0%)
$36,160 + $82,880
$119,040
2008
$504
*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
3
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.62 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
3,287
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
18 007 04 001
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.
Room Type: Bonus Room, Family Room, Living Room, Office, Sun Room, Workshop
Basement: Exterior Entry, Partial
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
AccessibilityFeatures: Accessible Doors, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Hallway(s)
Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Frame
Exterior Features: Garden
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 1
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan, Zoned
Heating: Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Glennwood
High School: Decatur
Location Information
Directions: From Ponce de Leon head North on Sycamore Dr. Home is on the left past Forkner. Park in driveway or on the street.
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Playground, Pool, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,287
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.62 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 2020
County: DeKalb County
APN: 18 007 04 001
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
New Glennwood Elementary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.8mi
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
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