Off Market Jul 2021 for $407K

$572,231

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,668/mo

•

1,945

sq ft

986 N Carter Rd, Decatur, GA 30030

About this home

This cozy home is in the Perfect Location!! A classic 4-sided brick bungalow, close to historic Avondale, walking distance to the lake, Willis Park, swim & tennis; eligible for Tier 1 Museum School lottery on a quiet street, less than 200 yards from the school. You will love this beautiful home, full of charm! It has an inviting front porch to sit back & relax along with a cobblestone walkway leading to a back patio on a private wooded lot for entertaining. An extensive commercial French drainage system was added to the yard for superior water intrusion protection! You will feel welcomed the moment you enter the home! The bright & cozy family room has bright windows across the front of the house. The Living and dining spaces are open and inviting with a private flex office space behind gorgeous panel doors. There is an addition to this home which includes a cozy study complete with a fireplace leading to the owner’s suite. The eat-in kitchen has beautiful cabinets, granite countertops, updated appliances, a pantry, and a laundry closet. There is an outside gas line for grilling without the need for propane! Head down the hallway to 2 spacious bedrooms. Only minutes from Downtown Decatur, Emory, Agnes Scott & the CDC. You do not want to miss this opportunity!

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

0.4 acresLot Size

$294Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Charlene Portis • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta

Bought with LAURA ZIPPERER • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta

Source:FMLS #6901002

Redfin Estimate

$572,231

$165K since sold in July 2021$1,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 2.3% lower than the average sale price ($586K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 10, 2026
$450,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft
953 Forrest Blvd, Decatur, GA 30030
SOLD APR 22, 2026
$650,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,944 sq ft
9 Kingstone Rd, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
SOLD APR 8, 2026
$675,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,603 sq ft
30 Lakeshore Dr, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$780,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,041 sq ft
41 Clarendon Ave, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$375,000
E
4 beds2 baths2,005 sq ft
2561 Midway Rd, Decatur, GA 30030

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Market trends in 30030, GA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$692K

$29K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

2 days MoM

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149

17 MoM

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Sale history for 986 N Carter Rd

Date

Event

Price

GAMLS #8998968

Jul 12, 2021

Sold

$407,500

$210/sq ft

Jul 1, 2021

Pending

—

Jun 18, 2021

Listed

$425,000

$219/sq ft

This cozy home is in the Perfect Location!! A classic 4-sided brick bungalow, close to historic Avondale, walking distance to the lake, Willis Park, swim & tennis; eligible for Tier 1 Museum School lottery on a quiet street, less than 200 yards from the school. You will love this beautiful home, full of charm! It has an inviting front porch to sit back & relax along with a cobblestone walkway leading to a back patio on a private wooded lot for entertaining. You will feel welcomed the moment you enter.The bright & cozy family room has bright windows across the front of the house. The Living and dining spaces are open and inviting with a private flex office space behind gorgeous panel doors. There is an addition to this home which includes a cozy study complete with a fireplace leading to the ownerG??s suite. The eat-in kitchen has beautiful cabinets, granite countertops, updated appliances, pantry and a laundry closet. There is an outside gas line for grilling without the need for propane! Head down the hallway to 2 spacious bedrooms. Only minutes from Downtown Decatur, Emory, Agnes Scott & the CDC. You do not want to miss this opportunity!

FMLS #6901002

Jul 12, 2021

Sold

$407,500

$210/sq ft

Jun 28, 2021

Pending

—

Jun 21, 2021

Contingent

—

Jun 17, 2021

Listed

$425,000

$219/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 12, 2006

Sold

$250,000

$129/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 17, 2004

Sold

$186,500

$96/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,473 (+9.1%)

$63,920 + $142,240

$206,160

2024

$8,682 (+14.3%)

$63,920 + $142,240

$206,160

2023

$7,595 (+1.0%)

$63,920 + $123,960

$187,880

2022

$7,518 (+109.1%)

$43,800 + $119,200

$163,000

2021

$3,596 (+5.4%)

$44,000 + $61,400

$105,400

2020

$3,412 (−5.5%)

$44,000 + $61,400

$105,400

2019

$3,611 (+3.3%)

$44,000 + $62,880

$106,880

2018

$3,495 (+2.8%)

$21,480 + $82,320

$103,800

2017

$3,398 (+22.9%)

$21,480 + $82,320

$103,800

2016

$2,765 (+13.0%)

$21,480 + $59,680

$81,160

2014

$2,447 (−2.8%)

$21,480 + $65,240

$86,720

2013

$2,518 (+10.5%)

$48,120 + $29,160

$77,280

2012

$2,278 (−39.9%)

$24,680 + $42,120

$66,800

2011

$3,790 (+11.0%)

$24,320 + $83,200

$107,520

2010

$3,414 (+9.5%)

$24,320 + $83,200

$107,520

2008

$3,119

Tax history for 986 N Carter Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,473 (+9.1%)

$63,920 + $142,240

$206,160

2024

$8,682 (+14.3%)

$63,920 + $142,240

$206,160

2023

$7,595 (+1.0%)

$63,920 + $123,960

$187,880

2022

$7,518 (+109.1%)

$43,800 + $119,200

$163,000

2021

$3,596 (+5.4%)

$44,000 + $61,400

$105,400

2020

$3,412 (−5.5%)

$44,000 + $61,400

$105,400

2019

$3,611 (+3.3%)

$44,000 + $62,880

$106,880

2018

$3,495 (+2.8%)

$21,480 + $82,320

$103,800

2017

$3,398 (+22.9%)

$21,480 + $82,320

$103,800

2016

$2,765 (+13.0%)

$21,480 + $59,680

$81,160

2014

$2,447 (−2.8%)

$21,480 + $65,240

$86,720

2013

$2,518 (+10.5%)

$48,120 + $29,160

$77,280

2012

$2,278 (−39.9%)

$24,680 + $42,120

$66,800

2011

$3,790 (+11.0%)

$24,320 + $83,200

$107,520

2010

$3,414 (+9.5%)

$24,320 + $83,200

$107,520

2008

$3,119

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.37 Acres

Year renovated

2003

Sq. Ft.

1,945

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

DeKalb County

APN

15 233 02 004

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.

R-75

Residential Medium Lot-75 District

The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of ten thousand square feet; To provide for compatible infill development in neighborhoods; To provide protections for existing development as new subdivisions are created; To provide flexibility in design on the interior of new development while protecting surrounding development; To assure that the uses and structures authorized in the R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) District are those uses and structures designed to serve the housing, recreational, educational, religious, and social needs of the neighborhood; To provide for appropriately sized accessible and useable open space in new developments for health, recreational and social opportunities for county residents; To implement the future development map of the county's most current comprehensive plan.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Golf related
Communications tower

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: None

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: None

Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
Interior Features: Bookcases
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall
Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry,Solid Surface Counters
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Den, Family Room, Living Room, Office
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Property Information
Levels: One
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 234
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Courtyard, Gas Grill
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Insulation

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Avondale
Middle Or Junior School: Druid Hills
High School: Druid Hills

Location Information
Directions: From I-285, Take exit 41 toward Avondale Estates, turn right onto GA-10 W, continue onto GA-154 W/ Memorial Dr. Turn right onto Nottingham Dr, then left onto Wiltshire Dr, right onto N Carter Rd. or GPS
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Road Frontage Type: City Street
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Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,945
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 15 233 02 004

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Avondale Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

3/10

Druid Hills Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi

5/10

Druid Hills High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Local insights from Redfin agents

DeKalb County offers diverse lifestyles, from established communities like Decatur and Avondale Estates to suburban neighborhoods throughout North and East DeKalb. Known for its culture, dining, green spaces, and MARTA access, DeKalb attracts buyers...
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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

5/10 Wind Factor

26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Decatur, GA • 30030

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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$544,000 – $659,000

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Home values near 986 N Carter Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
940 N Carter Road, Decatur, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2236 Sq. Ft.	$798,904
969 N Carter Road, Decatur, GA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$526,396

Address	Redfin Estimate
1007 N Carter Road, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1612 Sq. Ft.	$580,533
973 N Carter Road, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 936 Sq. Ft.	$416,375

Address	Redfin Estimate
1001 N Carter Road, Decatur, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1858 Sq. Ft.	$588,282
1013 N Carter Road, Decatur, GA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2474 Sq. Ft.	$600,023

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