18 Kensington Road

Closed 8/3/23
Closed 8/3/23
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$708,000
3 beds
18 Kensington Rd, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.4 acresLot Size
1931Year Built
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Absolutely Stunning 1931 "Avondale Original" Craftsman Bungalow in Historic Avondale Estates! Perched up on the hill, this absolutely charming bungalow greets you w/ warmth with just one step on to the rocking chair front porch. Its cozy screened porch is the perfect spot to start your day w/ a cup of joe or spend a lazy afternoon w/ an ice cold sweet tea! And, it just gets better as you enter the home... enjoy the open floor plan of living room & dining room, plus welcoming front foyer w/fireplace...Absolutely Stunning 1931 "Avondale Original" Craftsman Bungalow in Historic Avondale Estates! Perched up on the hill, this absolutely charming bungalow greets you w/ warmth with just one step on to the rocking chair front porch. Its cozy screened porch is the perfect spot to start your day w/ a cup of joe or spend a lazy afternoon w/ an ice cold sweet tea! And, it just gets better as you enter the home... enjoy the open floor plan of living room & dining room, plus welcoming front foyer w/fireplace & original built in cabinets. You can "feel" the history in this home. Huge living room filled w/large windows makes this the perfect place to socialize. The wide open formal dining room can host a crew or feel intimate at the same time. A long built-in bench w/drawers below makes for a sweet place to grab a book & relax. Newly renovated butlers's pantry w/ tons of storage sits conveniently in b/w both the dining room & kitchen for easy entertaining. Brand new crisp & fresh kitchen has large pantry, granite countertops & a large picture window over-looking the amazing back yard. Huge primary bedroom & large guest bedroom are both on the 1st floor. Classic tiled hallway bath w/storage drawers & cabinets are shared by both. Head upstairs to the bright & happy 3rd bedroom w/ three walls of windows that just make you smile. Spacious closet leads to 2nd bathroom that throws you back to the 50's! Here's the best part...open the door to the "attic" & you'll be mesmerized by the massive room w/ high ceilings, permanent windows & EASY potential for more. Make it your own as a phenomenal primary suite, 2 bedrooms plus bath, bedroom & extra living room?! Your choice, it's ready for YOU! The backyard is flat & green w/a relaxing bubbling pond. Fenced in w/gate. Old School one car garage, great for storage. Outdoor patio. Freshly poured cement driveway & turnaround in back. Dry, encapsulated basement w/interior stairs that's great for storage. Swim Tennis Club eligible! Easy commute to Emory, CDC, Decatur, I-285, 1-20, Airport.
  • Listed by: Jennifer Newman • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta 404-564-5560
Listing closed: 08/03/2023 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 7237665
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Property Information for 18 Kensington Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,022 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: DeKalb County
  • Subdivision Complex: Avondale Estates
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Craftsman
  • Exterior: Garden
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Kitchen Level
  • Property Attached: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Lot Size: 0.40 AC / 17,424 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Park, Pickleball, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
  • Directions: Please use Waze, Mapquest.
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Other
  • Coordinates: -84.264062, 33.773679
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 249 05 012
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 0
  • Tax Legal Description: see exhibit
  • Tax Lot: 0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Avondale
  • High School: Druid Hills
  • Middle School: Druid Hills
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning Stove
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer
  • Levels/Stories: Two
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: None
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Diningroom Features: Seats 12+, Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room, Cabinets White, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
  • Master Bathroom Features: None
  • Foundation: None
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 2
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio, Screened
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: None
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Mud Room
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: None
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Assumable: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 0
  • Plat Page: 0
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • SqFt Source: Not Available
  • Square Footage: 0.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Private
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 225 x 70
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Cash
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Owner

Property History for 18 Kensington Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 3, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528613243

$708,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/03/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528613243

$708,000

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

Public Records for 18 Kensington Road

Taxable ValueLand$73,960Additions$166,320Total$240,280
Tax Record2025$8,541 ($712 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,817 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,817 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,682 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1931ZoningR100CountyDEKALBAPN15 249 05 012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 18 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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