205 Maxwell St

Decatur, GA 30030

$2,750,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
5,540 Sq. Ft.
$496 / Sq. Ft.
5,540
Sq. Ft.
$496
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 6/3/22
Closed 6/3/22
a front view of a house with garden and porch

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!
  1. Listed by Jamie Walzer • EXP Realty, LLC.

Property Details for 205 Maxwell Street

Subdivision Complex
Oakhurst
Architectural Style
Contemporary/Modern, Farmhouse
Exterior
Balcony, Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Num Of Garage Spaces
2
Num Of Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Attached, Carport, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING CLOSED: 06/03/2022 12:00 AM

Property Details for 205 Maxwell Street

StatusClosed
MLS #7049087
Days on Market3
Taxes$17,789 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1946
Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
CountyDeKalb County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of EXP Realty, LLC., Jamie Walzer

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Metro Atl, Timothy Cox

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Building Information for 205 Maxwell Street

Stories2Year Built1946Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

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Principal and Interest

$13,704

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Property Information for 205 Maxwell Street

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
Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt5,328 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,328 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,909 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1946ZoningR60CountyDEKALBAPN15 213 03 094Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

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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