159 Decatur Ave

Elkin, NC 28621

$269,900
Price
2
Beds
—Sq. Ft.
$170 / Sq. Ft.
—
Sq. Ft.
$170
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Almost 1600 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath 1930's cottage with maximum curb appeal sitting on a full acre lot in a quiet Elkin neighborhood and lots of NEW to talk about is a good place to start. How much NEW? Let's see - new windows, new luxury vinyl floors, new carpeting, new light fixtures through out, new paint, new kitchen and bath countertops, new kitchen and bath sink fixtures, new kitchen appliances. The roof is newer - installed in 2023. I'm running out of space, so let's just agree there's...Almost 1600 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath 1930's cottage with maximum curb appeal sitting on a full acre lot in a quiet Elkin neighborhood and lots of NEW to talk about is a good place to start. How much NEW? Let's see - new windows, new luxury vinyl floors, new carpeting, new light fixtures through out, new paint, new kitchen and bath countertops, new kitchen and bath sink fixtures, new kitchen appliances. The roof is newer - installed in 2023. I'm running out of space, so let's just agree there's a lot to be excited about, including many original features that give this lovely cottage so much personality. Come see for yourself.
  1. Listed by Martha Sloop • NorthGroup Real Estate • 704-412-2804

Property Details for 159 Decatur Avenue

Architectural Style
Cottage
Zoning
R-20A
LISTING UPDATED: 06/05/2026 03:07 PM

Property Details for 159 Decatur Avenue

StatusNew Listing
MLS #1222723
Days on Market9
Taxes$883 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Stick/Site Built
Year Built1930
Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
CountyWilkes County
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Building Information for 159 Decatur Avenue

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF

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Property Information for 159 Decatur Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • County Or Parish: Wilkes
  • City: Elkin
  • Directions: From Elkin on Elkin Highway (NC 268) turn right onto Austin Traphill Rd. Turn right onto Pleasant Hill Dr. Turn left onto Decatur Ave. House is on the left.
  • Latitude: 36.261094
  • Longitude: -80.878972
  • Postal Code: 28621
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 2613
  • Subdivision Name: None
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Winston-Salem
  • Tax Rate: .48%
  • Tax Annual Amount: $883.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $183,510.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: 0602233
  • Association: No
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, No Garage
  • Garage Description: None
School Information
  • High School: Call School Board
  • Elementary School: Call School Board
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Sloped
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1590.0
  • Building Area Total: 1590.0
  • Built Information: Existing
  • Heated Finished Sqft F Main: 1199.0
  • Heated Finished Sqft Second: 391.0
  • Water Source: Private
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Attic Description: No Access
Property and Assessments
  • Photos Count: 26
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed Book: 1306
  • Deed Page: 245
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Fixture Exception: No
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Green Features
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows
Utilities
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Heater: Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, Main Level, Washer Hookup
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Free-Standing Range, Electric Water Heater
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Rooms Total: 6.0
  • Primary On Main YN: Yes
  • Second LQ YN: No
Room Information
Room 1 Information
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 14.833333333
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 178.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 14ft 10in x 12ft 0in
Room 2 Information
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 26.75
  • Room Width: 14.083333333
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 376.729166666
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 14ft 1in x 26ft 9in
Room 3 Information
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 14.75
  • Room Width: 14.916666666
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 220.020833333
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 14ft 11in x 14ft 9in
Room 4 Information
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 9.5
  • Room Width: 11.416666666
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 108.458333333
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 11ft 5in x 9ft 6in
Room 5 Information
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Width: 13.166666666
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 151.416666666
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 13ft 2in x 11ft 6in
Room 6 Information
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 11.583333333
  • Room Width: 12.75
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 147.6875
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 12ft 9in x 11ft 7in
Rental
Rental Information
  • Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

Property History for 159 Decatur Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIAD #1222723

$269,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/05/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIAD #1222723

$269,900

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

Public Records for 159 Decatur Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$38,000Additions$145,510Total$183,510
Tax Record2024$1,214 ($101 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,638 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,638 SqFtStories1Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyWILKESAPN0602233

Schools near 159 Decatur Avenue

This home is within Wilkes County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
C B Eller Elementary
Public - PK to 5
East Wilkes Middle
Public - 6 to 8
East Wilkes High
Public - 9 to 12
Wilkes Early College High School
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
C B Eller Elementary
PublicPK to 5

East Wilkes Middle
Public6 to 8

East Wilkes High
Public9 to 12

Wilkes Early College High School
Public9 to 13

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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More information about 159 Decatur Avenue, Elkin, NC 28621

159 Decatur Avenue is a single family home for sale in Elkin, NC 28621. This property was listed for sale on June 5, 2026 by NorthGroup Real Estate, it's currently listed at $269,900. This listing's school district is Wilkes County School District. Nearby schools include C B Eller Elementary, East Wilkes Middle and East Wilkes High. 159 Decatur Avenue is a 2-bed, 1-bath, single family home built in 1930.

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