205 Maxwell Street

Closed 6/3/22
Closed 6/3/22
Welcome home to Oakhurst
Sold
Last Sold Price
$2,750,000
6 beds5,540 sqft$496/sqft
205 Maxwell St, Decatur, GA 30030
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.5 acresLot Size
1946Year Built
$496/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

This home is where the phrase "Honey, Stop the Car" originated. This 2 story Arlene Dean modern farmhouse, rebuilt + expanded in 2012, is located just around the corner from the restaurants + shops of Oakhurst Village. Situated on half an acre; this sizable property boasts an attached 2 car garage, spacious gym, playroom, office, screened porch, formal dining, bonus family room, in ground pool, 1 bed 1 bath carriage/pool house, and oh so much more. Eric Rawlings' architecture provides a plethora...This home is where the phrase "Honey, Stop the Car" originated. This 2 story Arlene Dean modern farmhouse, rebuilt + expanded in 2012, is located just around the corner from the restaurants + shops of Oakhurst Village. Situated on half an acre; this sizable property boasts an attached 2 car garage, spacious gym, playroom, office, screened porch, formal dining, bonus family room, in ground pool, 1 bed 1 bath carriage/pool house, and oh so much more. Eric Rawlings' architecture provides a plethora of porches from front to back, open concept kitchen + living, soaring 2nd floor cathedral ceilings, wraparound rooftop balcony, well planned bedroom layout, and 2 fireplaces. Chef's kitchen was renovated in 2018 to include a large butcher block island, built in ice maker, wine storage, beverage sink, custom hood vent, high end appliances + butler's pantry. One guest bed and bath on the main plus 4 beds + 3 baths up. Primary bedroom includes cathedral ceilings, access to back patio, ensuite with separate vanities, seamless glass shower, + soaking tub. Upstairs rocking chair front porch with dining table is perfect for evenings enjoying family, neighbors, + a good spring breeze. Bright open gym may even make you actually want to work out! Carriage/Pool house has one bedroom upstairs with full bath on the main plus an open concept kitchen + living room that opens poolside. Fenced outdoor oasis transports you to a resort-like atmosphere. Professional landscaping with irrigation system boasts producing peach + fig trees, blueberry bushes, and plenty of open yard space to play with a treehouse and swing! Gunite PebbleTec heated pool has swim shelf and electric cover with safety locking switch. This is truly a special property in an amazing location. City of Decatur schools. Welcome home to Oakhurst!
  • Listed by: Jamie Walzer • EXP Realty, LLC.
Listing closed: 06/03/2022 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 7049087

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,922,500

Avg days on market

13

Sale-to-list ratio

97.5%

Decatur, GA

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Property Information for 205 Maxwell Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $17,789 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: DeKalb County
  • Subdivision Complex: Oakhurst
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary/Modern, Farmhouse
  • Exterior: Balcony, Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
  • Property Attached: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Lot Size: 0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Dog Park, Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
  • Directions: From Oakhurst Village (corner of E Lake and Oakview) travel south on Oakview, turn right on Maxwell, home is on the right.
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Other
  • Coordinates: -84.305822, 33.758607
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 213 03 094
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 0
  • Tax Legal Description: 95 X 246 X 98 X 247 . . .. . . .0.54AC TRACT 22-DEC-05 .43AC 85 X 246 X 73 X ...
  • Tax Lot: 0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
  • High School: Decatur
  • Middle School: Renfroe
Parking
  • # of Carport Spaces: 2
  • Carport or Garage: 2
  • Open Parking: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Outside
  • # of Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Stone
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
  • Levels/Stories: Two
  • Other Equipment: Dehumidifier, Irrigation Equipment
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan, Split Bedroom Plan
  • Diningroom Features: Butlers Pantry, Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain, Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry Walk-In, Stone Counters, View to Family Room, Wine Rack
  • Master Bathroom Features: Separate His/Hers, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 6
  • Main Full Baths: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Living Room, Media Room
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.50
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Brick Front, Cement Siding
  • Dock: None
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Privacy, Wood
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Rooftop, Screened
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof Type: Composition, Shingle
  • Security Features: Security Service, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Upper Floor
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: Carriage House, Garage(s), Other
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 110 Volts
Property and Assessments
  • Assumable: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 0
  • Plat Page: 0
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: See Remarks
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Lighting, Thermostat, Windows
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • SqFt Source: Owner
  • Square Footage: 5540.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 246 x 70
  • Waterfront Footage: 0.0
Multi Family
Income & Expenses Information
  • Swim/Tennis Fee Due: None
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Cash
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Owner

Property History for 205 Maxwell Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 3, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1491893730

$2,750,000

+21.7% / yr

Dec 29, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #321765927

$355,000

+2.3% / yr

Feb 8, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #221505684

$318,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/03/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1491893730

$2,750,000

+21.7% / yr

12/29/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #321765927

$355,000

+2.3% / yr

02/08/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #221505684

$318,000

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

Public Records for 205 Maxwell Street

Taxable ValueLand$99,760Additions$1,030,720Total$1,130,480
Tax Record2025$39 ($3 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt5,328 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,328 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,909 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1946Year Renovated2020ZoningR60: DEC SCountyDEKALBAPN15-213-03-094

Schools near 205 Maxwell Street

This home is within Decatur City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Oakhurst Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Decatur High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Oakhurst Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Fifth Avenue Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Beacon Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Decatur High School
Public9 to 12

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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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 205 Maxwell Street, Decatur, GA 30030
$2,750,000
6
5,540
21,780
211 Maxwell Street, Decatur, GA 30030
–
3
1
1,188
9,148
217 Maxwell Street, Decatur, GA 30030
$339,900
3
1,691
–
209 Maxwell Street, Decatur, GA 30030
–
–
0.5
1,248
4,356
139 Maxwell Street, Decatur, GA 30030
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3
2
2,942
9,583
208 Maxwell Street, Decatur, GA 30030
$13,000
4
4
4,042
11,326

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