542 S Candler St

$634,900
Price
3
Beds
1,988 Sq. Ft.
$319 / Sq. Ft.
1,988
Sq. Ft.
$319
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Prime Winnona Park - Walk to Downtown Decatur! Discover this light-filled home in the top-rated Winnona Park school district, just minutes from Agnes Scott and Downtown Decatur's restaurants, breweries, and boutiques. The open floor plan features a chef's kitchen with an oversized island, quartz counters, and stainless steel appliances, flowing into stylish living and dining areas. Enjoy hardwood floors, designer finishes, and a spacious backyard perfect for entertaining, all in a walkable location...Prime Winnona Park - Walk to Downtown Decatur! Discover this light-filled home in the top-rated Winnona Park school district, just minutes from Agnes Scott and Downtown Decatur's restaurants, breweries, and boutiques. The open floor plan features a chef's kitchen with an oversized island, quartz counters, and stainless steel appliances, flowing into stylish living and dining areas. Enjoy hardwood floors, designer finishes, and a spacious backyard perfect for entertaining, all in a walkable location that offers the best of Decatur living.
  1. Listed by Larrean Walker • Norluxe Realty Atlanta

Property Details for 542 South Candler Street

Subdivision Complex
Single Family Residence
Architectural Style
Loft
Exterior
Private Yard, Private Entrance
Parking Features
Carport
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING UPDATED: 11/25/2025 08:00 AM

Property Details for 542 South Candler Street

StatusActive
MLS #7685289
Days on Market36
Taxes$13,065 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
CountyDeKalb County

Location

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Building Information for 542 South Candler Street

Stories1Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,226 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,137

Property Taxes

$1,089

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 542 South Candler Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping
  • Directions: I-285 E Take exit 39A toward Decatur/Atlanta onto US-78 W (Stone Mountain Pkwy). Turn left onto Dekalb Industrial Way. Continue on N Arcadia Ave and Sams Xing. Turn right onto E College Ave. Turn left onto S Candler St (GA-155).
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Other
  • Coordinates: -84.292115, 33.762201
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 214 01 094
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: Attached
School Information
  • Elementary School: Winnona Park/Talley Street
  • High School: Decatur
  • Middle School: Beacon Hill
Parking
  • # of Carport Spaces: 2
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Other
  • Levels/Stories: One and One Half
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Bedroom Features: Other
  • Diningroom Features: Separate Dining Room, Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Cabinets Other, Other, View to Family Room
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
  • Foundation: None
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 2
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity 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
  • SqFt Source: Appraiser
  • Square Footage: 1988.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard
  • Acreage Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 225 x 50
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Owner

Property History for 542 South Candler Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 17, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1541855169

$505,000—
Jan 17, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528916045

$505,000

-7.5% / yr

Apr 7, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1487610867

$580,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/17/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1541855169

$505,000
01/17/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528916045

$505,000

-7.5% / yr

04/07/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1487610867

$580,000

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

Public Records for 542 South Candler Street

Taxable ValueLand$95,400Additions$191,280Total$286,680
Tax Record2025$3,347 ($279 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,472 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,472 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,890 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningR60CountyDEKALBAPN15 214 01 094Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 542 South Candler Street

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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542 South Candler Street is a single family home for sale in Decatur, GA 30030. This property was listed for sale on November 24, 2025 by Norluxe Realty Atlanta, it's currently listed at $634,900. It has been on the market for a total of 36 days and was last sold on January 17, 2024. This listing's school district is Decatur City School District. Nearby schools include Winnona Park Elementary School, Talley Street Elementary School and Beacon Hill Middle School. 542 South Candler Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,988 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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