226 W Benson St

Decatur, GA 30030

$655,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,100 Sq. Ft.
$312 / Sq. Ft.
2,100
Sq. Ft.
$312
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/6/15
Closed 10/6/15

Description

This home is truly magical. Filled with high end finishes, exceptional details & tranquil views to your hidden backyard paradise. True chef's kitchen boasts italian marble, stainless steel appliances & luxurious lighting & hardware throughout the home. Beautiful hardwoods & extensive trim welcome you & lead to tile in the kitchen & baths. Master retreat on main with spa bath & amazing walk-in closet. Large bonus room upstairs with full bath. Oversized additional bedrooms. Rocking chair front porch...This home is truly magical. Filled with high end finishes, exceptional details & tranquil views to your hidden backyard paradise. True chef's kitchen boasts italian marble, stainless steel appliances & luxurious lighting & hardware throughout the home. Beautiful hardwoods & extensive trim welcome you & lead to tile in the kitchen & baths. Master retreat on main with spa bath & amazing walk-in closet. Large bonus room upstairs with full bath. Oversized additional bedrooms. Rocking chair front porch & large back deck perfect for entertaining.
  1. Listed by RHONDA DUFFY • DUFFY REALTY

Property Details for 226 West Benson Street

Subdivision Complex
Oakhurst
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Exterior
Other
Parking Features
Driveway, Parking Pad
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
No Dock Or Boathouse
LISTING CLOSED: 10/06/2015 12:00 AM

Property Details for 226 West Benson Street

StatusClosed
MLS #5554297
Days on Market64
Taxes$2,858 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1929
Lot Size-
CountyDeKalb County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of DUFFY REALTY, RHONDA DUFFY

Sold By HARRY NORMAN REALTORS, Alex Smith Meier

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Building Information for 226 West Benson Street

Stories2Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size-

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$3,502 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,264

Property Taxes

$238

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 226 West Benson Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Park, Public Transportation, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Directions: FROM THE OAKHURST VILLAGE (INTERSECTION OF EAST LAKE DRIVE & OAKVIEW ROAD), TRAVEL NORTH ON OAKVIEW RD, RIGHT ON WEST BENSON STREET, HOME ON RIGHT
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Other
  • Coordinates: -84.299292, 33.76063
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 214 04 126
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 0
  • Tax Lot: 0
School Information
  • School Bus Route Elem: No
  • School Bus Route High: No
  • School Bus Route Middle: No
  • Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
  • High School: Decatur
  • Middle School: Beacon Hill
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $5,084.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Self Cleaning Oven
  • Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Family Room
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Levels/Stories: Two
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Diningroom Features: Butlers Pantry, Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Cabinets Stain, Pantry, Stone Counters
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
  • Main Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Main Full Baths: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Family Room
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides
  • Dock: None
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Pool Private: No
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: None
  • Water Source: Public
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 0
  • Plat Page: 0
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Plus 3 to 5 Days
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 2100.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Private
  • Waterfront Footage: 0.0
Multi Family
Income & Expenses Information
  • Swim/Tennis Fee: $0
  • Swim/Tennis Fee Due: None
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Conventional

Property History for 226 West Benson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 6, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #557797085

$655,000

+36.3% / yr

Feb 14, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #413368279

$394,000

+3.6% / yr

Nov 3, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #213664000

$305,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/06/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #557797085

$655,000

+36.3% / yr

02/14/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #413368279

$394,000

+3.6% / yr

11/03/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #213664000

$305,000

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

Public Records for 226 West Benson Street

Taxable ValueLand$128,080Additions$282,600Total$410,680
Tax Record2025$10 ($1 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,520 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,520 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,375 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929ZoningR100CountyDEKALBAPN15 214 04 126Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 226 West Benson 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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