Introducing 1283 S Deshon- a thoughtfully updated ranch, with a rare daylight-basement apartment and nestled on a generous 2-acre lot one of the largest in the area! Your greeted with charming rod-iron accents along the front porch and a spacious front yard. Located just three doors down from Princeton Elementary and less than 2 miles from Stephenson Middle and High Schools, it doesn't get better than this! The main level features a highly functional 3-bedroom, 2-bath floor plan, with an open kitchen that flows seamlessly into the living room and looks over the large covered back porch, perfect for entertaining. The home boasts tasteful updates throughout, including a stunning herringbone shiplap accent wall, butcher block countertops, new flooring, and a beautifully remodeled owner's suite bathroom. In addition to the main level, this home offers a daylight basement apartment with 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and a full kitchen, making it an excellent option for an in-law suite or rental unit. While the basement bathroom is in need of some repairs, the kitchen and other rooms are in fantastic shape. With a 2-car garage, a 10-minute commute to Stone Mountain Park, and easy access to Downtown Decatur and Tucker, this home provides both tranquility and convenience. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
2 acresLot Size
$111Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Skylar Brillante• Harry Norman REALTORS
Bought with NON-MLS NMLS• Non FMLS Member
Source:FMLS #7439374
Redfin Estimate
$353,180
$80K since sold in November 2024$8,000 since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 18% higher than the average sale price ($299K) of 6 comparable homes.
Introducing 1283 S Deshon- a thoughtfully updated ranch, with a rare daylight-basement apartment and nestled on a generous 2-acre lot one of the largest in the area! Your greeted with charming rod-iron accents along the front porch and a spacious front yard. Located just three doors down from Princeton Elementary and less than 2 miles from Stephenson Middle and High Schools, it doesn't get better than this! The main level features a highly functional 3-bedroom, 2-bath floor plan, with an open kitchen that flows seamlessly into the living room and looks over the large covered back porch, perfect for entertaining. The home boasts tasteful updates throughout, including a stunning herringbone shiplap accent wall, butcher block countertops, new flooring, and a beautifully remodeled owner's suite bathroom. In addition to the main level, this home offers a daylight basement apartment with 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and a full kitchen, making it an excellent option for an in-law suite or rental unit. While the basement bathroom is in need of some repairs, the kitchen and other rooms are in fantastic shape. With a 2-car garage, a 10-minute commute to Stone Mountain Park, and easy access to Downtown Decatur and Tucker, this home provides both tranquility and convenience. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity!
RENT. #1
Feb 3, 2022
Price Changed
$1,970
$1/sq ft
GAMLS #9074642
Jan 14, 2022
Sold
$239,000
$75/sq ft
Dec 14, 2021
Pending
—
Dec 3, 2021
Price Changed
$264,900
$83/sq ft
Nov 15, 2021
Relisted
—
Nov 12, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Nov 9, 2021
Pending
—
Oct 29, 2021
Listed
$265,000
$83/sq ft
FMLS #6963959
Jan 14, 2022
Sold
$239,000
$75/sq ft
Dec 14, 2021
Pending
—
Dec 3, 2021
Price Changed
$264,900
$83/sq ft
Nov 12, 2021
Relisted
—
Nov 9, 2021
Pending
—
Oct 29, 2021
Listed
$265,000
$83/sq ft
Perfect opportunity for you to make this property your own! Lots of potential for an owner occupant or investor. All brick 3 bedroom 2 bath home. FULL basement with an additional kitchen and bathroom perfect for an in-law or teen suite, rental, or Airbnb. Loads of space and So many great options. Roof and Septic tank recently replaced. Property needs work, bring your ideas and imagination!
Public Records
Mar 31, 1998
Sold
$121,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,462 (+59.7%)
$23,880 + $91,440
$115,320
2024
$3,420 (−24.8%)
$23,880 + $91,440
$115,320
2023
$4,547 (+331.2%)
$18,360 + $84,480
$102,840
2022
$1,055 (+18.4%)
$18,560 + $62,400
$80,960
2021
$891 (+8.7%)
$18,560 + $46,360
$64,920
2020
$820 (+11.8%)
$18,560 + $46,360
$64,920
2019
$734 (+11.8%)
$18,560 + $33,920
$52,480
2018
$656 (−10.9%)
$18,560 + $27,400
$45,960
2017
$737 (−45.9%)
$18,560 + $27,400
$45,960
2016
$1,363 (+31.1%)
$18,560 + $23,440
$42,000
2014
$1,040 (+105.6%)
$18,560 + $21,280
$39,840
2013
$506 (−52.1%)
$18,560 + $14,080
$32,640
2012
$1,056 (−40.2%)
$18,560 + $14,080
$32,640
2011
$1,765 (−28.6%)
$18,560 + $33,376
$51,936
2010
$2,472 (+12.4%)
$18,560 + $60,800
$79,360
2008
$2,200
Tax history for 1283 S Deshon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,462 (+59.7%)
$23,880 + $91,440
$115,320
2024
$3,420 (−24.8%)
$23,880 + $91,440
$115,320
2023
$4,547 (+331.2%)
$18,360 + $84,480
$102,840
2022
$1,055 (+18.4%)
$18,560 + $62,400
$80,960
2021
$891 (+8.7%)
$18,560 + $46,360
$64,920
2020
$820 (+11.8%)
$18,560 + $46,360
$64,920
2019
$734 (+11.8%)
$18,560 + $33,920
$52,480
2018
$656 (−10.9%)
$18,560 + $27,400
$45,960
2017
$737 (−45.9%)
$18,560 + $27,400
$45,960
2016
$1,363 (+31.1%)
$18,560 + $23,440
$42,000
2014
$1,040 (+105.6%)
$18,560 + $21,280
$39,840
2013
$506 (−52.1%)
$18,560 + $14,080
$32,640
2012
$1,056 (−40.2%)
$18,560 + $14,080
$32,640
2011
$1,765 (−28.6%)
$18,560 + $33,376
$51,936
2010
$2,472 (+12.4%)
$18,560 + $60,800
$79,360
2008
$2,200
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.98 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,593
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
16 130 03 006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-100
Residential Medium Lot-100 District
The purpose and intent of the board of commissioners in establishing the R-100 (Residential Medium Lot-100) District is as follows: To provide for the protection of neighborhoods within the county where lots have a minimum area of fifteen 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-100 (Residential Medium Lot-100) 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; and 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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Parking: 4
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan,Master on Main
Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Flooring: Laminate
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Kitchen, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Other,Other Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Other
Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,593
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,573
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Rear Stairs
Roof: Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
TaxLegalDescription: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Princeton
Middle Or Junior School: Stephenson
High School: Stephenson
Location Information
Directions: Headed from Downtown Decatur, take Rockbridge Rd going East until you take a right, headed South down S Deshon Rd. Once S Deshon Rd merges into Stephenson Rd, head East down Stephenson Rd for about 400ft then, take the next right back onto S Deshon Rd, headed West. Home will be located on the right/North side, about a mile down the road, just before Princeton Elementary
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Dekalb - GA
Community Information
Community Features: Golf, Near Schools, Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,593
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 2003
County: DeKalb County
APN: 16 130 03 006
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
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Schools
Princeton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
4/10
Stephenson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
Stephenson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
2/10
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