225 Melrose Ave

Decatur, GA 30030

$1,170,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,700 Sq. Ft.
$433 / Sq. Ft.
2,700
Sq. Ft.
$433
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/12/22
Closed 5/12/22
a front view of a house with a garden

Description

Classic American 4 square, Energy Star Certified home oozing with curb appeal located in the heart of the City of Decatur! Enjoy the truly walkable lifestyle Decatur provides in this quaint neighborhood just a short stroll from the Downtown Square – our little city in the big city – offering some of in towns most popular restaurants, festivals, parks, shopping, and sought-after schools! Thoughtfully designed floorplan with 4 bedrooms & 3 baths boasts hardwoods throughout, spacious light filled rooms,...Classic American 4 square, Energy Star Certified home oozing with curb appeal located in the heart of the City of Decatur! Enjoy the truly walkable lifestyle Decatur provides in this quaint neighborhood just a short stroll from the Downtown Square – our little city in the big city – offering some of in towns most popular restaurants, festivals, parks, shopping, and sought-after schools! Thoughtfully designed floorplan with 4 bedrooms & 3 baths boasts hardwoods throughout, spacious light filled rooms, stylish lighting and finishes, Chef’s kitchen with ample white cabinets, stainless appliances, 5 burner gas stove, expansive kitchen island, granite counter tops, and butler’s pantry all open to a comfortable great room equip with a gas fireplace and custom bookcases. Full guest suite and an elegant formal dining room complete the main level. Upstairs yields a coveted 2nd family room or teen space connecting 2 generous sized secondary bedrooms and modern white hall bath. Luxury owner’s suite with tray ceilings, his & her closets fitted with custom shelving, spa-like bath to include double separate vanities, glass enclosed shower and a soaking tub. If that isn’t enough – retreat to a variety of options for outdoor living! Relax and greet your neighbors on the southern-style, rocking chair front porch or entertain in your fully screed back porch blending seamlessly to a perfectly manicured, fully fenced backyard furnished with firepit area and open air 2 car covered carport with garage door otherwise known as “garport” that allows for alternate patio use – perfect for every party! Alley access to garage parking. Unique storage option in fully encapsulated, climate-controlled crawl space. Don’t miss this opportunity to live in the City of Decatur and enjoy in town living with small town hospitality!
  1. Listed by Christine Aiken • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atl
  2. Listed by Alex Smith Meier • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atl

Property Details for 225 Melrose Avenue

Subdivision Complex
Lenox Place
Architectural Style
Craftsman
Exterior
Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Parking Features
Carport, Kitchen Level
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING CLOSED: 05/12/2022 12:00 AM

Property Details for 225 Melrose Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #7029371
Days on Market4
Taxes$13,562 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2014
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF
CountyDeKalb County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Metro Atl, Christine Aiken; Keller Williams Realty Metro Atl, Alex Smith Meier

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL, Charlotte Bair

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Building Information for 225 Melrose Avenue

Stories2Year Built2014Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

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$7,077 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,947

Property Taxes

$1,130

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 225 Melrose Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway
  • Directions: GPS
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: City
  • Coordinates: -84.309739, 33.768051
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 236 04 138
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 0
  • Tax Lot: 0
School Information
  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route High: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
  • High School: Decatur
  • Middle School: Beacon Hill
Parking
  • # of Carport Spaces: 2
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, His and Hers Closets, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Levels/Stories: Two
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
  • Diningroom Features: Seats 12+, Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Cabinets White, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 3
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Den, Media Room
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding, HardiPlank Type
  • Dock: None
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Mud Room
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: Other
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 0
  • Plat Page: 0
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Building Certifications: ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Insulation, Windows
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 2700.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 135 x 50
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Conventional
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Owner

Property History for 225 Melrose Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 12, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1490581899

$1,170,000

+6.6% / yr

May 28, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549279074

$749,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/12/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1490581899

$1,170,000

+6.6% / yr

05/28/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549279074

$749,000

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

Public Records for 225 Melrose Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$118,800Additions$342,760Total$461,560
Tax Record2025$12 ($1 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,700 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,700 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,534 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2014ZoningR60CountyDEKALBAPN15 236 04 138Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 225 Melrose Avenue

This home is within Decatur City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Westchester 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
Westchester 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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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Metro Atl, Christine Aiken; Keller Williams Realty Metro Atl, Alex Smith Meier

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