1256 Carter Road

Closed 12/3/24
Closed 12/3/24
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$420,000
3 beds1,231 sqft

1256 Carter Rd, Decatur, GA 30030

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.3 acresLot Size
1948Year Built
$341/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Location, Location, Location! Everything that downtown Decatur has to offer is only minutes away from this adorable ranch in MIDWAY WOODS. This cozy house boasts beautiful HARDWOOD floors, REMODELED eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops, full bath, mudroom/laundry room and 1/2 bath. The seller also took care to pressure wash the exterior of the home. The roof is 3 years with a warranty and newer plumbing from the house to the street. The deck is ready for grilling and relaxing- it’s the ideal spot...Location, Location, Location! Everything that downtown Decatur has to offer is only minutes away from this adorable ranch in MIDWAY WOODS. This cozy house boasts beautiful HARDWOOD floors, REMODELED eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops, full bath, mudroom/laundry room and 1/2 bath. The seller also took care to pressure wash the exterior of the home. The roof is 3 years with a warranty and newer plumbing from the house to the street. The deck is ready for grilling and relaxing- it’s the ideal spot for enjoying outdoor gatherings and overlooks the huge, private, fenced backyard perfect for play or entertaining. Your choice of a garage or terrific workshop building. NO HOA or RENTAL RESTRICTIONS to worry about, giving you the freedom to truly make this your own sanctuary. Also close proximity to the beautiful Avondale Estates Lake and a quick stroll to Dearborn Park, and Legacy Park- home of festivals, food trucks, a walking path around the lake, and a new community track coming soon. Great location with easy access to major roads, restaurants, shops, and more! You won't want to miss the opportunity to make 1256 Carter Rd your new home! Schedule your showing today!
  • Listed by: Leah Gause • Redfin Corporation
  • Listed by: Jasmine Harris • Redfin Corporation
Listing closed: 12/03/2024 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 7475204
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$425,000

Avg days on market

27

Sale-to-list ratio

96.2%

Decatur, GA

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Property Information for 1256 Carter Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $3,665 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: DeKalb County
  • Subdivision Complex: Midway Woods
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Ranch
  • Exterior: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Property Attached: No
  • Waterfront Features: None

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Lot Size: 0.30 AC / 13,068 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Community Features: None
  • Directions: FROM I-285 N - Take exit 43 for US-278/Covington Hwy - Use the left 2 lanes to take the ramp to US-278 W/Covington Hwy - Use the left 2 lanes to take the US-278 W ramp - Use any lane to turn left onto US-278 W/Covington Hwy - Turn left onto Covington Dr - Turn left onto Memorial Dr - Turn right onto Columbia Dr - Turn left onto Midway Rd - Turn right onto Carter Rd - Destination will be on the right
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Coordinates: -84.275572, 33.757578
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 216 06 008
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: A
  • Tax Legal Description: x
  • Tax Lot: 8
School Information
  • Elementary School: Avondale
  • High School: Druid Hills
  • Middle School: Druid Hills
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes

Agent

Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $2,500.00

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Crown Molding
  • Levels/Stories: One
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
  • Bedroom Features: Other
  • Diningroom Features: Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Stone Counters
  • Master Bathroom Features: Other
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Main Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 2
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Brick Front, HardiPlank Type, Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Mud Room
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)

Property

Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in Laundry, Generator
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Plat Book: 13
  • Plat Page: 143
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1231.0
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 1231.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 216
  • Lot Features: Back Yard
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 196 x 76

Rental

Rent Information
  • Terms: Conventional
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Owner

Property History for 1256 Carter Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 3, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1546996187

$420,000

+8.4% / yr

Sep 17, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #556530062

$200,000

+3.2% / yr

May 1, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #354937234

$185,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/03/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1546996187

$420,000

+8.4% / yr

09/17/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #556530062

$200,000

+3.2% / yr

05/01/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #354937234

$185,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

1256 Carter Road

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,231 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,231 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

14,810 SqFt

Schools near 1256 Carter Road

This home is within Dekalb County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Avondale Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Druid Hills Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Druid Hills High School
Public - 9 to 12
Dekalb School Of The Arts
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Avondale Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Druid Hills Middle School
Public6 to 8

Druid Hills High School
Public9 to 12

Dekalb School Of The Arts
Public8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1256 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30030
$420,000
3
1,231
13,068
1262 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30030
$167,000
3
1
1,568
13,504
1250 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30030
–
3
2
1,398
15,682
1268 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30030
–
2
1
1,037
11,761
1244 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30030
$383,060
3
1,157
17,424
1261 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30030
–
3
1
1,680
16,553

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