16 Kensington Rd

Avondale Estates, GA 30002

$760,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,563 Sq. Ft.
$297 / Sq. Ft.
2,563
Sq. Ft.
$297
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 11/14/25
Closed 11/14/25

Description

Welcome to Historic Avondale Estates, Perched gracefully on a hill overlooking Kensington Road, this classic Tudor Cottage balances historic charm with thoughtful updates. This premier location in Avondale Estates makes it walkable to all the best spots ... pool, park, lake, and the incredible Town Green. Upon entering this sweet home, you're greeted by a spacious light-filled living room w/built in bookcases & a fireplace. The sunny office or playroom, tucked just behind the formal living room,...Welcome to Historic Avondale Estates, Perched gracefully on a hill overlooking Kensington Road, this classic Tudor Cottage balances historic charm with thoughtful updates. This premier location in Avondale Estates makes it walkable to all the best spots ... pool, park, lake, and the incredible Town Green. Upon entering this sweet home, you're greeted by a spacious light-filled living room w/built in bookcases & a fireplace. The sunny office or playroom, tucked just behind the formal living room, makes working or playing from home easy. Entertain with ease in the formal dining and open-concept kitchen and great room—complete with an renovated kitchen designed for modern living. A guest bedroom & new half bath round out the first floor. Head on upstairs to a spacious en suite primary bedroom with an attached laundry room, and a renovated primary bath. Two guest bedrooms w/ original eaves and a hallway bathroom makes it convenient to share. The one-car garage and dry basement with Trotter guarantee provide ample storage. Outdoors, the magic continues with a huge fenced-in flat backyard that backs up to one of Avondale’s secret "pocket" parks—peaceful, private, and perfect for play. Gather friends on the professionally installed patio and back deck, where cozy fall evenings and summer cookouts await. This home offers the rare mix of historic character, modern updates, and community spirit that makes Avondale Estates so beloved. “A touch of Mayberry nestled quietly inside of Metro Atlanta”
  1. Listed by ATL Turtle Grp Chuck Smith • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta • 404-564-5560
  2. Listed by Jennifer Newman • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta

Property Details for 16 Kensington Road

Subdivision Complex
Avondale Estates
Architectural Style
Cottage, Tudor
Exterior
Private Yard
Num Of Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Driveway, Garage
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING UPDATED: 01/15/2026 10:08 AM

Property Details for 16 Kensington Road

StatusClosed
MLS #7650363
Days on Market26
Taxes$8,679 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1946
Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF
CountyDeKalb County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta, ATL Turtle Grp Chuck Smith; Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta, Jennifer Newman

Sold By Compass, Leza Claridy

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Building Information for 16 Kensington Road

Stories2Year Built1946Building Size-Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,427 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,704

Property Taxes

$723

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 16 Kensington Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Fishing, Lake, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
  • Directions: GPS Friendly.
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
  • Coordinates: -84.264196, 33.773836
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 249 05 011
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: U1 2
School Information
  • Elementary School: Avondale
  • High School: Druid Hills
  • Middle School: Druid Hills
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $15,975.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet
  • Levels/Stories: Two
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: None
  • Bedroom Features: Split Bedroom Plan
  • Diningroom Features: Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower Only
  • Foundation: None
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 3
  • Main Full Baths: 0
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Family Room, Office, Sun Room
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: Security System Leased
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Upper Floor
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: None
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 110 Volts
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Negotiable
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • SqFt Source: Appraiser
  • Square Footage: 2563.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Lot Features: Back Yard
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 225 x 70
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Conventional
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Vacant

Property History for 16 Kensington Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 14, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922553725

$760,000

+5.0% / yr

Nov 23, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #586485698

$490,000

+3.8% / yr

Jul 27, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #213644406

$335,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/14/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922553725

$760,000

+5.0% / yr

11/23/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #586485698

$490,000

+3.8% / yr

07/27/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #213644406

$335,000

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

Public Records for 16 Kensington Road

Taxable ValueLand$73,960Additions$202,240Total$276,200
Tax Record2025$9,485 ($790 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,033 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,033 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,682 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1946ZoningR100CountyDEKALBAPN15 249 05 011Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 16 Kensington 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 Elementary School Of The Arts
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Avondale Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Druid Hills Middle School
Public6 to 8

Druid Hills High School
Public9 to 12

Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts
PublicK to 8

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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta, ATL Turtle Grp Chuck Smith; Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta, Jennifer Newman

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