Last Sold Price
6 beds2,640 sqft$222/sqft
255 S Columbia DrDecatur, GA30030

Description

Charming from the curb and backed by Shoal Creek hardwoods, this City of Decatur cottage is more than it appears: a full 4 bedroom, 2 bath home plus a self-contained 2 bed / 1 bath apartment, in one of intown Atlanta's most walkable and sought-after neighborhoods. The main house opens into a living room with refinished hardwood floors and crown molding, flowing through an arched doorway into a dedicated dining room — a layout that feels both classic and livable. The kitchen has gas cooking, stainless...Charming from the curb and backed by Shoal Creek hardwoods, this City of Decatur cottage is more than it appears: a full 4 bedroom, 2 bath home plus a self-contained 2 bed / 1 bath apartment, in one of intown Atlanta's most walkable and sought-after neighborhoods. The main house opens into a living room with refinished hardwood floors and crown molding, flowing through an arched doorway into a dedicated dining room — a layout that feels both classic and livable. The kitchen has gas cooking, stainless appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Step out back and you're on a private deck- ready for summertime grilling. Two bedrooms and a full baths on the main level. Upstairs, two vaulted dormer bedrooms with tree-level views, a full bath, and a dedicated laundry room. The lower level is a fully self-contained 2 bed / 1 bath walk-out apartment with a private entrance, windows on all four sides, gas kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a sweet beadboard bath — no interior connection to the main house, brand new HVAC in 2026. Live upstairs, rent downstairs, and let the numbers work in your favor in one of the most sought-after zip codes in metro Atlanta. Fresh paint inside and out. Newer roof and HVAC on the main level. Winnona Park and Legacy Park are within a short walk. Avondale Estates' newly pedestrian-friendly downtown is right around the corner. Two MARTA stations within easy reach. City of Decatur schools throughout. Flood insurance in place at $1,200/year- house has never flooded. Generous off-street parking in rear. Across the street, the Decatur DDA is developing 252 S. Columbia into workforce housing near the Avondale MARTA corridor.

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LISTING CLOSED: 07/20/2026 12:00 AM

Property Details for 255 South Columbia Drive

Status
MLS #
7778392
Days on Market
17
Taxes
$10,309 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1951
Lot Size
0.40 AC / 17,424 SF
Subdivision Complex
Winnona Park
Architectural Style
Cottage
Exterior
None
Num Of Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Driveway, Parking Lot
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
Creek
JimB. & Partners
P: (773) 909-6815

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL, Sara Mosser

Sold By Schmidt’s Creek Realty, Summer Schmidt

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Building Information for 255 South Columbia Drive

Stories3Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF

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$3,833 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,973

Property Taxes

$859

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 255 South Columbia Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: None
  • Directions: GPS
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Creek/Stream, Neighborhood
  • Coordinates: -84.286827, 33.769389
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 234 07 012
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: docs
School Information
  • Elementary School: Winnona Park/Talley Street
  • High School: Decatur
  • Middle School: Beacon Hill
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $5,000.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Finished Bath, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: Other
  • Levels/Stories: Three Or More
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
  • Bedroom Features: None
  • Diningroom Features: Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain, Cabinets White, Pantry, Second Kitchen
  • Master Bathroom Features: None
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 3
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Asbestos
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom, Laundry Room
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 220 Volts
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1645.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1047.0
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 2640.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Creek On Lot, Flood Plain
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 150 x 110
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Conventional
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Vacant

Public Records for 255 South Columbia Drive

Taxable ValueLand$79,520Additions$157,360Total$236,880
Tax Record2025$4 ($0 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,720 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,640 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,080 SqFtStories1Lot Size17,424 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated1993ZoningR60: DEC SCountyDEKALBAPN15-234-07-012

Schools near 255 South Columbia Drive

This home is within Decatur City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Winnona Park Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Talley Street 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 Intown ATL, Sara Mosser

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