1609 Carter Road

Closed 12/22/25

Sold

Last Sold Price

$339,000

3 beds2 baths1,315 sqft

1609 Carter Rd, Decatur, GA 30032

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.4 acresLot Size

1952Year Built

$258/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Light & Bright Renovation with a Contemporary Flair! Sun-filled, open floor plan with an inviting living room featuring a dramatic tiled accent wall with an electric fireplace. It's the perfect focal point for cozy evenings or entertaining guests. Flow seamlessly into the spacious dining area and chef’s kitchen, where custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, designer lighting, and stainless steel appliances make every meal a delight. The primary suite is a true retreat, offering a spa-inspired en suite...Light & Bright Renovation with a Contemporary Flair! Sun-filled, open floor plan with an inviting living room featuring a dramatic tiled accent wall with an electric fireplace. It's the perfect focal point for cozy evenings or entertaining guests. Flow seamlessly into the spacious dining area and chef’s kitchen, where custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, designer lighting, and stainless steel appliances make every meal a delight. The primary suite is a true retreat, offering a spa-inspired en suite bath with a double vanity and an oversized walk-in shower with rain shower head and body sprayers. Two additional bedrooms and a sleek hall bath provide plenty of space for family or guests. Enjoy the thoughtful touches throughout, including a dedicated laundry nook with premium washer and dryer, stylish fixtures, and luxury flooring. Large windows and sliding glass doors invite you to the private backyard – perfect for outdoor dining, gardening, or relaxing under the trees. Located just minutes from downtown Decatur, East Lake Golf Club, and easy access to I-285 and I-20, this home puts you close to the best of Atlanta’s dining, shopping, and entertainment.

Listed by: Leslie Erickson • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties

Listing closed: 12/22/2025 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 7640877

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Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties, Leslie Erickson

Sold By SouthSide Realtors, LLC, Kimberley Dial

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Principal and Interest

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Property Information for 1609 Carter Road

Property Details

Taxes: $5,874 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence / Other
County: DeKalb County
Subdivision Complex: Columbia Acres
Architectural Style: Cottage, Other
Exterior: None
Parking Features: Driveway
Property Attached: No
Waterfront Features: None

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1952
Lot Size: 0.40 AC / 17,424 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Community Features: Park, Playground, Public Transportation
Directions: From Downtown Decatur, take S Candler St to Memorial Dr. Right on Memorial Dr. Right on Carter Rd. Veer right when the road splits. House will be on the right.

Lake Name: None
View: Rural
Coordinates: -84.277048, 33.745977

Taxes and HOA Information

Parcel Number: 15 184 01 026
Tax Year: 2024

Master Association Fee: $.00
HOA Rent Restrictions: No
Association: No
Block: 2
Tax Legal Description: Tax ID 15-184-01-026; Lot No. 9; Parcel ID 15 184 01 026; Alt APN 0340359; Tax District Area 04; Block No. A
Tax Lot: 26

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

Virtual Tour

Virtual Tour Link PP: https://www.propertypanorama.com/1609-Carter-Road-Decatur-GA-30032/unbranded

Parking

Open Parking: Yes

Agent

Payment and Rate

Concessions Amt: $6,500.00

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features

Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central

Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Basement: Crawl Space
Fireplace Features: Living Room
# of Fireplaces: 1
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Vinyl
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Other
Levels/Stories: One
Other Equipment: None
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Diningroom Features: Separate Dining Room
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Other, Kitchen Island, Stone Counters
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower Only
Foundation: None
Main Bedrooms: 3
Total Half Baths: 0
Bathrooms Total Interger: 2
Main Full Baths: 2
Additional Rooms: Master Bedroom, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Other
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00

Exterior Features

Accessibility Features: None
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides, Brick

Fencing: None
Horse Amenities: None
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Pool Features: None
Road Surface Type: Paved
Roof Type: Composition, Shingle
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Spa Features: None
Laundry Features: Other, Laundry Closet, Main Level
Pool Private: No
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Other Structures: None

Property

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Water Available

Water Source: Public
Electric: Other

Property and Assessments

Home Warranty: No
Proposed Financing: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan, Other

Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Possession: Close Of Escrow

Green Features

Green Energy Efficient: None
Green Energy Generation: None

Lot Information

Above Grade Finished Area: 1315.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0

SqFt Source: Owner
Square Footage: 1315.0
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Land lot: 9
Lot Features: Back Yard, Level
Acreage Source: Public Records
Lot Size Dimensions: 700x1900

Rental

Rent Information

Terms: Conventional
Land Lease: No

Occupant Types: Vacant

Property History for 1609 Carter Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Nov 22, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1925475111	$339,000	+14.1% / yr
Jun 8, 2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1514402845	$245,000	—
Jun 8, 2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1515135457	$245,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
11/22/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1925475111	$339,000 +14.1% / yr
06/08/2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1514402845	$245,000
06/08/2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1515135457	$245,000

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

Public records

1609 Carter Road

Beds

Baths

Total Finished SqFt

1,315 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,315 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

16,553 SqFt

Schools near 1609 Carter Road

This home is within Dekalb County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
2/10	Peachcrest Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	1.8 mi
2/10	Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	4.4 mi
1/10	Towers High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.3 mi
NR	East Dekalb Special Education Center	Public - Nearby school	PK to 12	5.8 mi
NR	John Robert Lewis Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	6.3 mi
9/10	Kittredge Magnet School	Public - Choice school	4 to 6	6.3 mi
NR	Wee Wisdom Day Nursery & Kindergarten	Private - Nearby school	PK to 1	1.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
2/10	Peachcrest Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	1.8 mi
2/10	Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	4.4 mi
1/10	Towers High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.3 mi
NR	East Dekalb Special Education Center PublicPK to 12 Nearby school	5.8 mi
NR	John Robert Lewis Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	6.3 mi
9/10	Kittredge Magnet School Public4 to 6 Choice school	6.3 mi
NR	Wee Wisdom Day Nursery & Kindergarten PrivatePK to 1 Nearby school	1.0 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 1609 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30032	$339,000	3	2	1,315	17,424
1615 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30032	$275,000	3	2	1,367	13,068
1605 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30032	$375,000	3	2	1,342	21,780
1621 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30032	$109,000	3	1	1,142	27,007
1601 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30032	$265,000	3	1	1,333	17,424
1614 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30032	$377,500	4	3	2,800	13,068
1598 Melanie Court, Decatur, GA 30032	$284,000	4	3	2,008	13,068
1598 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30032	$38,200	3	1	1,142	17,860
1606 Melanie Court, Decatur, GA 30032	–	4	2	2,008	16,988
1592 Melanie Court, Decatur, GA 30032	$178,000	3	2	1,682	13,068
1626 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30032	–	3	1	1,142	12,632
1586 Melanie Court, Decatur, GA 30032	–	3	2	1,932	11,326
1593 Carter Road, Decatur, GA 30032	–	3	1	1,331	14,810
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