508 Drexel Avenue

Closed 8/27/21
Closed 8/27/21
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$860,000
4 beds1,910 sqft
508 Drexel Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.2 acresLot Size
1915Year Built
$450/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Live your best Decatur life in this delightfully updated Craftsman with loads of historic charm and thoughtful modern updates! The main floor features an open layout a with master opening to large private deck and a secondary bedroom and bath for nursery or office. There's more great space upstairs with a loft area, 2 large rooms and oversized bath for more living options - plus deep closets and loads of attic storage spaces. Classic details include hardwood floors, wood burning masonry fireplace...Live your best Decatur life in this delightfully updated Craftsman with loads of historic charm and thoughtful modern updates! The main floor features an open layout a with master opening to large private deck and a secondary bedroom and bath for nursery or office. There's more great space upstairs with a loft area, 2 large rooms and oversized bath for more living options - plus deep closets and loads of attic storage spaces. Classic details include hardwood floors, wood burning masonry fireplace with door and built-in firewood cubby, 10 ft ceilings with exposed beams, built in bookcases and a custom kitchen island topped with pecan from the backyard! A clean, dry basement offers a workshop or even more storage in addition to a 2 car garage, private yard and double decks in back and bungalow porch in front with natural wood ceilings and stone accented floors. To top it off, there is a separate studio with kitchenette and bathroom above the garage (not included in bath/bedroom count) ready to be a private home office, guest/in-law suite or income producing rental (estimated $1,100 monthly!). This is premium living only a 10 minute walk to the shops and restaurants of downtown Decatur (Taqueria del Sol, Chai Pani and Dancing Goats) and just around the corner from the charming Adair Dog Park!
  • Listed by: Alan Corey • Keller Knapp, Inc.
Listing closed: 08/27/2021 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 6923591

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$885,000

Avg days on market

8

Sale-to-list ratio

101.1%

Decatur, GA

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Property Information for 508 Drexel Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,833 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: DeKalb County
  • Subdivision Complex: Lenox Place
  • Architectural Style: A-Frame, Bungalow, Craftsman
  • Exterior: Private Yard
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, Garage, Garage Faces Front
  • Property Attached: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,712 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Dog Park, Playground, Ski Accessible, Street Lights, Near Schools, Near Shopping
  • Directions: GPS
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: City
  • Coordinates: -84.309267, 33.771233
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 236 04 096
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 4
  • Tax Lot: 96
School Information
  • Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
  • High School: Decatur
  • Middle School: Renfroe
Parking
  • Carport or Garage: 2
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $625.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Microwave
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Bookcases, High Speed Internet, Beamed Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Levels/Stories: Two
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main, In-Law Floorplan
  • Diningroom Features: Great Room, Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain, Solid Surface Counters, Kitchen Island
  • Master Bathroom Features: Separate Tub/Shower
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 3
  • Main Full Baths: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Living Room
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Frame
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof Type: Composition, Shingle
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Hall, Laundry Room
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Water Available,Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Assumable: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 0
  • Plat Page: 0
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 510.0
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 1910.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 236
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Level, Landscaped, Front Yard
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Cash
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Owner

Property History for 508 Drexel Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 27, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472014081

$860,000

+2.3% / yr

Apr 27, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #621387187

$797,000

+8.1% / yr

Feb 25, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #308147078

$265,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/27/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472014081

$860,000

+2.3% / yr

04/27/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #621387187

$797,000

+8.1% / yr

02/25/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #308147078

$265,000

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

Public Records for 508 Drexel Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$93,280Additions$268,040Total$361,320
Tax Record2025$4,218 ($352 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,910 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,910 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,970 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1915ZoningR60CountyDEKALBAPN15 236 04 096Fireplace TypeMasonry

Schools near 508 Drexel 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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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 508 Drexel Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030
$860,000
4
1,910
8,712
500 Drexel Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030
$965,000
4
2,594
6,969
512 Drexel Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030
$950,000
5
4,404
10,890
428 Drexel Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030
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3
3
2,192
6,534
516 Drexel Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030
$685,000
3
1,814
15,681
503 Drexel Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030
$385,000
2
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