Sold
Last Sold Price
$485,000
2 beds1,204 sqft

523 Coventry Rd, Decatur, GA 30030

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.2 acresLot Size
1944Year Built
$403/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Renovated four-sided City of Decatur brick bungalow within walking distance of Decatur square and in the highly desirable Decatur school district. Easy access to Emory, CDC and downtown Atlanta. The owner renovated this home with the intent of it being his "forever home" and no expense was spared. The renovations include fully renovated kitchen, new Pella Architectural Series windows throughout the main level, new solid teak hardwood flooring, new high efficiency air conditioner, new roof, complete...Renovated four-sided City of Decatur brick bungalow within walking distance of Decatur square and in the highly desirable Decatur school district. Easy access to Emory, CDC and downtown Atlanta. The owner renovated this home with the intent of it being his "forever home" and no expense was spared. The renovations include fully renovated kitchen, new Pella Architectural Series windows throughout the main level, new solid teak hardwood flooring, new high efficiency air conditioner, new roof, complete rewire, spray-foam insulation, new master bath with huge twin-showerhead shower. Both the partial basement and the attic have stairs and standing-height ceilings. The backyard is completely fenced and gated and has a dog door for pet lovers. Within the heart of Decatur, it perfectly combines the solid, reliable construction standards of the past with the modern standards of health, safety and energy efficiency.
  • Listed by: Michael Hawkins • Golley Realty Group
Listing closed: 03/25/2022 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 7009605
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$470,000

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

96.3%

Decatur, GA

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Location

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Property Information for 523 Coventry Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $6,531 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Complex: Chelsea Heights
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Exterior: Garden, Private Front Entry, Private Rear Entry, Private Yard
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Property Attached: No
  • Waterfront Features: None

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Other
  • Coordinates: -84.311459, 33.779561
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 18 004 19 076
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 26
  • Tax Legal Description: PB 11-113
  • Tax Lot: 10
School Information
  • Elementary School: Westchester/Fifth Avenue
  • High School: Decatur
  • Middle School: Renfroe
Parking
  • Carport or Garage: 0
  • Open Parking: Yes

Agent

Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $.00

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Permanent Attic Stairs
  • Levels/Stories: One
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main, Oversized Master
  • Diningroom Features: Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets White, Kitchen Island, Pantry Walk-In, Solid Surface Counters, View to Family Room
  • Master Bathroom Features: Bidet, Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 2
  • Main Full Baths: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Living Room
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Brick 4 Sides, Frame
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof Type: Ridge Vents, Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: None

Property

Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
Property and Assessments
  • Assumable: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 11
  • Plat Page: 113
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Insulation, Lighting, Thermostat, Windows
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: --
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1204.0
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 1204.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 004
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Private, Sloped
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 172 x 83
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 301.0

Rental

Rent Information
  • Terms: Cash
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Owner

Property History for 523 Coventry Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 25, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1487610633

$485,000

+5.8% / yr

Jun 8, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #597912618

$370,000
—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/25/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1487610633

$485,000

+5.8% / yr

06/08/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #597912618

$370,000

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

Public Records for 523 Coventry Road

Taxable Value

Land

$82,320

Additions

$146,040
Total$228,360

Tax Record

2025

$2,666 ($222 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

2

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,204 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,204 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

8,276 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1944

Year Renovated

2012

Zoning

R60: DEC S

County

DEKALB

APN

18-004-19-076

Schools near 523 Coventry Road

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
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 523 Coventry Road, Decatur, GA 30030
$485,000
2
1,204
8,712
–
3
1
1,160
8,276
$665,000
3
1,933
8,712
$364,000
3
1,872
–
$1,300,000
4
3,450
8,712
$720,000
3
1
992
7,405

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