240 Seneca Street

Closed 11/23/20

Southern charm at its essence. 3-story custom brick perched among the trees on serene Seneca St, overlooking Waddell Park and nestled in the heart of the City of Decaturs coveted Great Lakes neighborhood & award-winning school district. A hidden city oasis, this treehouse is a tranquil retreat steps from the many conveniences of city living. Walk EverywhereDowntown Decatur, Glenlake Park (w/playground, pool, tennis & dog park), Decatur Cemetery (58 acres of greenspace), Clairemont Elementary, public transportation (including MARTA) & endless dining/retail options. An entertainers dream unlike anything youve seen, this home offers 3,480 sf of architectural distinction in an airy, light-filled sophisticated setting with elegant moldings, newly refinished hardwoods & custom built-ins throughout. Youll adore the open concept living with its thoughtful detail & versatility of use.

Sold

Last Sold Price

$955,000

5 beds4 baths3,480 sqft

240 Seneca St, Decatur, GA 30030

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.2 acresLot Size

1996Year Built

$274/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Southern charm at its essence. 3 story brick perched among the trees overlooking Waddell Park, nestled in the heart of City of Decatur’s coveted Great Lakes neighborhood & award-winning school district. A hidden city oasis, this treehouse is a tranquil retreat steps from the many conveniences of city living. Walk to Decatur Square, Glenlake Park, schools, MARTA & endless dining/retail. An entertainer’s dream, this home offers 3,480 sf of architectural distinction in an airy, light-filled sophisticated...Southern charm at its essence. 3 story brick perched among the trees overlooking Waddell Park, nestled in the heart of City of Decatur’s coveted Great Lakes neighborhood & award-winning school district. A hidden city oasis, this treehouse is a tranquil retreat steps from the many conveniences of city living. Walk to Decatur Square, Glenlake Park, schools, MARTA & endless dining/retail. An entertainer’s dream, this home offers 3,480 sf of architectural distinction in an airy, light-filled sophisticated setting. Enjoy modern open concept living w/thoughtful detail & versa tility of use. Covet your lush secluded daily panoramic views from your rocking chair front porch. Impress guests w/the view while effortlessly moving through the elegant dining room, butler’s pantry w/wet bar & updated eat-in chef’s kitchen. Watch jaws drop as people lay eyes on the thick-slab Carrara marble bar & countless kitchen/family room delicacies. Open the connecting French doors & step into your exquisitely landscaped backyard sanctuary, where you’ll entertain w/ease under the cathedral-shaped pergola. Partake in fall’s finest & watch football on the stacked stoned fireplace while grilling in your outdoor Hearthstone kitchen. Step into the rear garden w/its pristine waterfall & fire-pit and you'll feel like you're in Cashiers. Inside you’ll find 4 BR including an owner’s suite w/updated spa-like bath & large WIC. Finished basement w/den & private in-law suite steps off the 2-car garage/workshop. Storage space abound. Newer HVAC. Freshly painted interior/exterior. Newly refinished floors. New iron front banister/handrails. Minutes to Emory, CDC, Agnes Scott & major highways. Perfectly poised & beaming w/warmth, this home embodies the essence of classic Southern charm.

Listed by: Derek Wood • Golley Realty Group

Listing closed: 11/23/2020 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 6791026

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Median sold price

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Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

99.2%

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Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3,225
Square Feet: 0.23
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Property Information for 240 Seneca Street

Property Details

Taxes: $12,110 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: DeKalb County
Subdivision Complex: Great Lakes
Architectural Style: Traditional
Exterior: Courtyard, Garden, Private Yard, Storage, Other
Num Of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Covered, Drive Under Main Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, On Street
Property Attached: No

Building Information

Stories: 3
Year Built: 1996
Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Community Features: Dog Park, Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Public Transportation, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
Directions: From City of Decatur Square head north on Clairemont Ave for 3 blocks. Turn right on Michigan Ave, left on Huron St, and then a right on Seneca St. #240 will be on your left. Park in the driveway or quiet neighborhood street.

Lake Name: None
View: Other
Coordinates: -84.29663, 33.785431

Taxes and HOA Information

Parcel Number: 18 006 04 093
Tax Year: 2019

Master Association Fee: $.00
HOA Rent Restrictions: No
Association: No
Block: 9
Tax Lot: 14

School Information

Elementary School: Clairemont
High School: Decatur

Middle School: Beacon Hill

Virtual Tour

Virtual Tour Link: https://player.vimeo.com/external/466335287.hd.mp4?s=4f8aaccb2a5e7d6db19c6ac590a619e9088b525c&profile_id=175
Virtual Tour Link PP: https://www.propertypanorama.com/240-Seneca-Street-Decatur-GA-30030/unbranded

Parking

Open Parking: Yes

Agent

Payment and Rate

Concessions Amt: $.00

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features

Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Zoned

Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Other
Basement: Finished Bath, Interior Entry, Partial
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Outside
# of Fireplaces: 2
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Levels/Stories: Three Or More
Other Equipment: None
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan, Oversized Master, Other
Diningroom Features: Butlers Pantry, Seats 12+
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Stone Counters, View to Family Room, Wine Rack, Other
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub, Other
Main Bedrooms: 0
Total Half Baths: 1
Bathrooms Total Interger: 4
Main Full Baths: 0
Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Den, Family Room, Office, Workshop, Other
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50

Exterior Features

Accessibility Features: None
Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides

Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Privacy
Horse Amenities: None
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
Pool Features: None
Road Surface Type: Paved
Roof Type: Composition
Security Features: Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Spa Features: None
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Mud Room
Pool Private: No
Road Frontage Type: Other
Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola, Shed(s), Workshop

Property

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Water Available

Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts

Property and Assessments

Home Warranty: No
Plat Book: 0

Plat Page: 0
Property Condition: Resale
Possession: Close Of Escrow

Green Features

Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Insulation, Lighting, Thermostat, Windows
Green Energy Generation: None

Lot Information

Section/GMD: 0
SqFt Source: Owner

Square Footage: 3480.0
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Land lot: 6
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Other
Acreage Source: Public Records
Lot Size Dimensions: 65x163x24x186

Rental

Rent Information

Terms: Other
Land Lease: No

Public records

240 Seneca Street

Beds

Baths

Total Finished SqFt

2,761 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,761 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

7,405 SqFt

Schools near 240 Seneca Street

This home is within Decatur City School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
NR	Clairemont Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 2	0.2 mi
10/10	Talley Street Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	3 to 5	1.3 mi
9/10	Beacon Hill Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.2 mi
9/10	Decatur High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.0 mi
NR	Global Village Project	Private - Choice school	6 to 8	0.8 mi
NR	St Thomas More Catholic School	Private - Nearby school	K to 8	1.0 mi
NR	Hess Academy	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.8 mi


Rating	School	Distance
NR	Clairemont Elementary School PublicPK to 2 Serves this home	0.2 mi
10/10	Talley Street Elementary School Public3 to 5 Serves this home	1.3 mi
9/10	Beacon Hill Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.2 mi
9/10	Decatur High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.0 mi
NR	Global Village Project Private6 to 8 Choice school	0.8 mi
NR	St Thomas More Catholic School PrivateK to 8 Nearby school	1.0 mi
NR	Hess Academy PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.8 mi

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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 240 Seneca Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$955,000	5	4	3,480	8,712
250 Seneca Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$905,000	5	4	4,300	13,068
224 Seneca Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$3,280,000	6	7	3,660	16,988
113 Geneva Street, Decatur, GA 30030	–	–	–	1,136	8,712
135 Champlain Street, Decatur, GA 30030	–	4	4	3,485	23,087
220 Seneca Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$530,000	4	4	2,039	8,712
101 Geneva Street, Decatur, GA 30030	–	–	–	1,136	17,424
117 Geneva Street, Decatur, GA 30030	–	–	–	1,136	9,148
216 Seneca Street, Decatur, GA 30030	–	4	1	1,456	9,583
119 Champlain Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$574,000	4	2	2,268	–
121 Geneva Street, Decatur, GA 30030	–	4	2	1,580	10,019
225 Huron Street, Decatur, GA 30030	–	4	5	3,379	19,166
115 Champlain Street, Decatur, GA 30030	–	2	1	1,656	6,970
217 Seneca Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$1,260,000	5	5	4,019	16,117
107 Champlain Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$780,000	3	3	2,818	8,276
107 Champlain Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	$432,041	3	4	2,375	9,801

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