716 Sycamore St

Decatur, GA 30030

$1,541,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,685 Sq. Ft.
$418 / Sq. Ft.
3,685
Sq. Ft.
$418
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/11/23Virtual Tour
Closed 8/11/23Virtual Tour
a front view of a house with a garden

Description

Luxury meets the elegance of history in this storybook home located across from Sycamore Park in the historic district just moments from Decatur Square. This fully restored home brings the pinnacle of 1930’s beauty to the modern era. The brick driveway and meandering garden paths lead you to your large front porch adorned with stately white columns, rocking chairs, and porch swing. The classic front door greets you and transports you and visitors alike to a magnificent Southern oasis. All are welcomed...Luxury meets the elegance of history in this storybook home located across from Sycamore Park in the historic district just moments from Decatur Square. This fully restored home brings the pinnacle of 1930’s beauty to the modern era. The brick driveway and meandering garden paths lead you to your large front porch adorned with stately white columns, rocking chairs, and porch swing. The classic front door greets you and transports you and visitors alike to a magnificent Southern oasis. All are welcomed by fresh designer-selected paint and custom wallpaper, refinished gleaming hardwoods, high ceilings, grand fireplaces, renovated baths, and large windows adorning each living space giving way to plenty of natural light expertly paired with new recessed lighting across the home, neatly appointed guest suites, and so much more. The main level includes a large formal living room adorned with a fully functional grand fireplace, spacious corner study, and formal dining room accented by glass paned French doors and new chandelier. The gourmet chef’s kitchen boasts top of the line appliances, a 6-burner gas range, ice maker, beverage cooler, separate vegetable sink and prep area, plus a newly minted pantry with custom built-ins. White glazed tile backsplash, new customized pull out shelves within all lower cabinetry, and black granite countertops that surround an expansive kitchen island make cooking a dream; perfect for wine tastings or morning coffee. Through a lovely archway, the kitchen opens onto a substantial window-lined great room with floor-to-ceiling built-ins and wide-ceiling beams. Venture through the great room’s French doors to an idyllic screened side porch overlooking the home’s private lush gardens anchored by a wrought iron gate and designed by Award-winning landscape architect, Dottie Myers. The greenery boasts blooming pink evergreen camellias, conifers, boxwoods, Japanese maples, magnolias, and countless others. Dine al fresco or enjoy being the host(ess) to many a garden party on your two additional porches. Cool down back inside with your newly re-designed HVAC system created to maximize air flow. New duct work and a whole house filter met with new open cell insulation elevates the energy efficiency of this historic home. Ascend the central grand staircase to find two bright bedrooms with lovely customizations and new designer carpet that share a cheerful full bath. From the upper landing it is impossible to miss the breathtaking Primary Suite with glorious lofted ceilings, drop chandelier, custom-designed closet systems with island, and limitless space and storage. The spa-like en suite bathroom presents luxurious neutral stone with large jetted soaking tub, step-in full tile shower, dual vanities, new luxury faucets and hardware throughout, and separate water closet. Explore additional living, playing, and multi-generational space by taking a walk through your new fully fenced yard to the two car garage with built-in storage, work space, and above garage flex space. With a lovely porch, fresh paint, and new carpet this oversized bonus area provides room for you to make your vision a reality - a music room, home office, guest retreat, fitness area - your options are limitless. Situated on a picturesque street just a few blocks from award-winning schools and Decatur’s most notable restaurants, this Southern dream is beckoning with all the access to the city accompanied by the tranquility of a remote estate.

Listing Agent

  1. Bradford Keck

    Bradford Keck

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    brad.keck@compass.com

    P: (404)-919-2297

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Property Details for 716 Sycamore Street

Subdivision Complex
Glenn Estates
Architectural Style
Traditional
Exterior
Courtyard, Garden, Private Rear Entry, Private Yard, Storage
Num Of Garage Spaces
2
Num Of Parking Spaces
6
Parking Features
Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING UPDATED: 11/21/2023 10:31 AM

Property Details for 716 Sycamore Street

StatusClosed
MLS #7241821
Days on Market3
Taxes$12,943 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF
CountyDeKalb County
Buyer's Agent Compensation3%
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Location

Sold By Origins Real Estate, Garry Wilmot

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Building Information for 716 Sycamore Street

Stories2Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF

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Property Information for 716 Sycamore Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: None
  • Directions: From Downtown Decatur Square, follow Sycamore St east for 0.3 miles. The property will be on your left.
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Trees/Woods, Other
  • Coordinates: -84.286579, 33.775004
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15 247 08 098
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 0
  • Tax Legal Description: All that tract or parcel of land lying and being in Land Lot 247 of the 15th District of Dekalb County, GA and being Lot 8, Glenn Estate Subdivision, as shown on plat recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 87, Dekalb County, GA records, which plat is incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof.
  • Tax Lot: 8
School Information
  • Elementary School: Glennwood
  • High School: Decatur
  • Middle School: Beacon Hill
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Other
  • Basement: None
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Family Room, Gas Starter, Other Room
  • # of Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Other
  • Levels/Stories: Two
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: None
  • Bedroom Features: Oversized Master, Sitting Room
  • Diningroom Features: Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets White, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Pantry Walk-In, Stone Counters, View to Family Room, Other
  • Master Bathroom Features: Separate Tub/Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Other
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 3
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Bathroom, Bedroom, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Media Room, Sun Room, Workshop, Other
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding
  • Dock: None
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wrought Iron
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Other Structures: Carriage House, Garage(s), Workshop, Other
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Underground Utilities,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: None
Property and Assessments
  • Assumable: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 5
  • Plat Page: 87
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Possession: Negotiable
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Insulation
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3685.0
  • SqFt Source: Appraiser
  • Square Footage: 3685.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 247
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private, Other
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 200 x 80
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Conventional
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Owner

Property History for 716 Sycamore Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 14, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528614255

$1,541,000

+22.6% / yr

Dec 20, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503283982

$1,350,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/14/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528614255

$1,541,000

+22.6% / yr

12/20/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503283982

$1,350,000

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

Public Records for 716 Sycamore Street

Taxable ValueLand$114,458Additions$430,582Total$545,040
Tax Record2025$19 ($2 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,679 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,679 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,682 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926ZoningHDSFCountyDEKALBAPN15 247 08 098Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 716 Sycamore Street

This home is within Decatur City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
New Glennwood Elementary
Public - PK to 2
Talley Street Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Beacon Hill Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Decatur High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
New Glennwood Elementary
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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