837 East Lake Drive

Closed 5/29/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$479,900

2 beds1 bath832 sqft

837 E Lake Dr, Decatur, GA 30030

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.12 acresLot Size

1940Year Built

$577/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Location, location, location! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Oakhurst cottage puts you in the heart of one of Decatur's most beloved neighborhoods — zoned for top-rated Oakhurst Elementary and just a short stroll to Oakhurst Village's restaurants, shops, and community events. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace that give this home the warmth and character Oakhurst is known for. The updated kitchen makes it truly move-in ready — just unpack and start living. The curb...Location, location, location! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Oakhurst cottage puts you in the heart of one of Decatur's most beloved neighborhoods — zoned for top-rated Oakhurst Elementary and just a short stroll to Oakhurst Village's restaurants, shops, and community events. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace that give this home the warmth and character Oakhurst is known for. The updated kitchen makes it truly move-in ready — just unpack and start living. The curb appeal alone will stop you in your tracks. The front yard is a true gardener's paradise, bursting with plantings that make this home stand out from the moment you arrive. Out back, a fully fenced yard offers a private retreat complete with a producing fig tree, a stunning oversized hydrangea, and a raised garden bed ready for your next harvest. With fencing both front and back, it's ideal for pets, kids, and entertaining alike. It's hard to get into Oakhurst at this price point — don't miss your chance to own a little piece of this iconic Decatur neighborhood!

Listed by: PATRICK PEYER • Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta 404-564-5560

Listing closed: 05/29/2026 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 7754984

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$3,405 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,562

Property Taxes

$843

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Property Information for 837 East Lake Drive

Property Details

Taxes: $10,117 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: DeKalb County
Subdivision Complex: Oakhurst
Architectural Style: Bungalow
Exterior: Other
Parking Features: Driveway
Property Attached: No
Waterfront Features: None

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1940
Lot Size: 0.12 AC / 5,227 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Community Features: Dog Park, Near Schools, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks
Directions: From Oakhurst Village, walk 5 house south on East Lake Drive an house is on the right

Lake Name: None
View: Other
Coordinates: -84.301883, 33.757835

Taxes and HOA Information

Parcel Number: 15 213 02 040
Tax Year: 2025

Master Association Fee: $.00
HOA Rent Restrictions: No
Association: No
Tax Legal Description: 15-213-02-040

School Information

Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
High School: Decatur

Middle School: Beacon Hill

Virtual Tour

Virtual Tour Link PP: https://www.propertypanorama.com/837-E-Lake-Drive-Decatur-GA-30030/unbranded

Parking

Open Parking: Yes

Agent

Payment and Rate

Concessions Amt: $.00

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features

Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central

Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Basement: Crawl Space
Fireplace Features: Family Room
# of Fireplaces: 1
Flooring: Hardwood
Interior Features: Other
Levels/Stories: One
Other Equipment: None
Window Features: None
Bedroom Features: Other
Diningroom Features: Other
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain
Master Bathroom Features: None
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Main Bedrooms: 2
Total Half Baths: 0
Bathrooms Total Interger: 1
Main Full Baths: 1
Additional Rooms: Other
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00

Exterior Features

Accessibility Features: None
Construction Materials: Other

Dock: None
Fencing: Back Yard, Front Yard
Horse Amenities: None
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Pool Features: None
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Roof Type: Composition
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Spa Features: None
Laundry Features: In Hall
Pool Private: No
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Other Structures: None

Property

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Water Available

Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts

Property and Assessments

Home Warranty: No
Property Condition: Resale

Possession: Close Of Escrow, Negotiable

Green Features

Green Energy Efficient: None
Green Energy Generation: None

Lot Information

Above Grade Finished Area: 832.0
SqFt Source: Public Records

Square Footage: 832.0
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Lot Features: Back Yard
Acreage Source: Public Records
Lot Size Dimensions: 133 x 50

Rental

Rent Information

Terms: Conventional
Land Lease: No

Occupant Types: Tenant

Property History for 837 East Lake Drive

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
May 29, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1946387760	$479,900	+3.8% / yr
Jul 30, 2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1468723107	$400,000	—
Jul 30, 2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1468622731	$400,000	+8.0% / yr
Oct 10, 2019	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #655208997	$348,000	+5.8% / yr
Jul 31, 2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #434428200	$260,000	—
Jul 2, 2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #420751694	$235,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
05/29/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1946387760	$479,900 +3.8% / yr
07/30/2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1468723107	$400,000
07/30/2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1468622731	$400,000 +8.0% / yr
10/10/2019	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #655208997	$348,000 +5.8% / yr
07/31/2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #434428200	$260,000
07/02/2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #420751694	$235,000

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

Public records

837 East Lake Drive

Beds

Baths

Total Finished SqFt

832 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

832 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

5,227 SqFt

Schools near 837 East Lake Drive

This home is within Decatur City School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
NR	Oakhurst Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 2	0.5 mi
9/10	Fifth Avenue Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	3 to 5	0.3 mi
9/10	Beacon Hill Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.7 mi
9/10	Decatur High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.9 mi
NR	The Hirsch Academy	Private - Nearby school	K to 8	0.6 mi


Rating	School	Distance
NR	Oakhurst Elementary School PublicPK to 2 Serves this home	0.5 mi
9/10	Fifth Avenue Elementary School Public3 to 5 Serves this home	0.3 mi
9/10	Beacon Hill Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.7 mi
9/10	Decatur High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.9 mi
NR	The Hirsch Academy PrivateK to 8 Nearby school	0.6 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 837 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	$479,900	2	1	832	5,227
841 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	$710,000	5	3	–	–
833 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	–	–	1	1,116	8,712
861 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	$528,000	3	3	1,408	4,356
217 Underwood Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$705,000	4	4	2,305	–
829 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	$679,100	3	2	1,350	8,712
221 Underwood Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$975,000	4	3	2,600	6,534
905 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	–	3	1	1,230	7,841
220 Underwood Street, Decatur, GA 30030	$590,000	4	4	2,808	8,712
825 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	$500,000	3	2	1,202	4,356
907 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	–	3	1	1,495	7,841
750 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	$3,360,000	–	2	6,156	48,221
823 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	$505,000	3	1	1,166	4,356
734 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030	$499,000	3	3	2,268	–
138 Fayetteville Road, Decatur, GA 30030	$1,362,000	4	3	3,318	17,424

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