1516 Carter Rd

Decatur, GA 30032

$185,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1,395 Sq. Ft.
$133 / Sq. Ft.
1,395
Sq. Ft.
$133
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/8/25
Closed 7/8/25
a front view of a house with a garden

Description

Charming Ranch-Style Home in Columbia Acres, Decatur – Ideal for First-Time Buyers or Investors! Discover the potential of this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home nestled in the serene Columbia Acres neighborhood of Decatur. With its classic layout and inviting features, this property is a canvas ready for your personal touch. This home offers a spacious living room with gleaming hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. Step out onto the rear deck, an ideal spot for...Charming Ranch-Style Home in Columbia Acres, Decatur – Ideal for First-Time Buyers or Investors! Discover the potential of this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home nestled in the serene Columbia Acres neighborhood of Decatur. With its classic layout and inviting features, this property is a canvas ready for your personal touch. This home offers a spacious living room with gleaming hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. Step out onto the rear deck, an ideal spot for morning coffee or weekend barbecues. The unfinished basement provides ample space for customization—whether you're envisioning a home gym, office, or additional living area or a additional storage space. Enjoy the freedom of homeownership with no HOA restrictions, giving you flexibility to personalize and upgrade as you wish. While the home does need some TLC, its solid structure and prime location make it an outstanding investment opportunity with lots of potential for future appreciation. Located in the heart of Decatur, Columbia Acres offers convenient access to a variety of attractions and shopping destinations. Spend weekends exploring downtown Decatur’s boutiques and restaurants, discover treasures at Kudzu Antiques, or shop fresh produce at Your DeKalb Farmers Market. For outdoor enthusiasts, nearby green spaces like Woodlands Garden and the Georgia Perimeter College Botanical Garden offer peaceful retreats. Entertainment options are abundant, with AMC North DeKalb 16 close by and a variety of local events and festivals happening year-round. Don't miss the chance to make this charming property your own. Whether you’re a first-time buyer looking to create your dream home or an investor seeking a promising project, this home is full of possibilities! Offers must be submitted through Propoffers website. No blind offers, Sold AS-IS, NO
SDS, - Subject to seller addendum - For financed offers EMD to be 1% or $1000 whichever is greater. - All offers are subject to OFAC
clearance Sold AS-IS, NO SDS, NO blind offers, please email listing broker for LBP Exhibit.
  1. Listed by ELENA GIST • Keller Williams Buckhead • 404-604-3800

Property Details for 1516 Carter Road

Subdivision Complex
Columbia Acres
Architectural Style
Ranch
Exterior
Private Yard
Parking Features
Driveway
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING CLOSED: 07/08/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1516 Carter Road

StatusClosed
MLS #7571952
Days on Market21
Taxes$5,159 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1947
Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
CountyDeKalb County
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Location

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Building Information for 1516 Carter Road

Stories1Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF

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$1,352 per month

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Principal and Interest

$922

Property Taxes

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HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1516 Carter Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Near Public Transport, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Directions: please use GPS for driving directions
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Coordinates: -84.27555, 33.748907
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 201 09 038
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: ALSO LOT 8 PB 11 PG 88
School Information
  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route High: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Peachcrest
  • High School: Towers
  • Middle School: Mary McLeod Bethune
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $3,000.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet
  • Levels/Stories: One
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: None
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main, Roommate Floor Plan
  • Diningroom Features: Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets White, Laminate Counters
  • Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
  • Foundation: See Remarks
  • Main Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 2
  • Main Full Baths: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Basement
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: None
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Other
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Other
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Underground Utilities,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: None
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Proposed Financing: 1031 Exchange, Cash
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 1395.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Lot Features: Back Yard
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 138 x 100
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Other
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Vacant

Property History for 1516 Carter Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1908127467

$185,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1908127467

$185,000

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

Public Records for 1516 Carter Road

Taxable ValueLand$47,040Additions$47,560Total$94,600
Tax Record2025$4,599 ($383 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,395 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,395 SqFtStories1Lot Size13,939 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947ZoningR75CountyDEKALBAPN15 201 09 038Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1516 Carter Road

This home is within Dekalb County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Peachcrest Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Towers High School
Public - 9 to 12
Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers
Public - 4 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Peachcrest Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School
Public6 to 8

Towers High School
Public9 to 12

Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers
Public4 to 8

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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