120 Maxwell St Decatur, GA 30030
Oakhurst NeighborhoodEstimated payment $7,169/month
Highlights
- Heated Pool
- Property is near public transit, schools, and shops
- Wood Flooring
- Oakhurst Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3-minute walk to Harmony Park
About This Home
Welcome to this storybook 1940s cottage where timeless character, thoughtful updates, and everyday functionality come together. The main level is filled with natural light and includes inviting living and dining spaces, an updated kitchen, and a spacious primary suite with two walk-in closets. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bath provide flexibility for family or guests. Just off the kitchen, a versatile bonus room is perfectly suited as a dedicated workspace, a place to practice music, or a cozy reading retreat. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the expansive screened porch features a fireplace and ample room for entertaining, relaxed weekend mornings, and family dinners al fresco. The finished daylight basement adds exceptional versatility with a fourth bedroom, full bath, second living area, and an additional room ideal for a gym or office. This level also includes a generous laundry room, workshop/mechanical space, and unfinished storage. Outside, the deep, usable backyard is a true retreat, complete with a flagstone patio, zipline, storage shed, and even a pool. This home offers a lifestyle rooted in community. Located on one of Oakhurst’s most cherished streets, where neighbors connect and children play in the front yards, this address is just one block from Oakhurst Village and its beloved restaurants, neighborhood market, and coffee shop. You’ll also enjoy close proximity to top-rated City Schools of Decatur, MARTA, and all that Decatur has to offer. 120 Maxwell Street offers a rare opportunity to own a home with character, space, and an exceptional sense of place.
Listing Agent
Keller Knapp Brokerage Phone: 404-610-4407 License #374070 Listed on: 05/14/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,861
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 12,197 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 221 x 55
- Landscaped
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cottage
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Room
- Screened Porch
- Neighborhood Views
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Dual Closets
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Double Vanity
- Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Natural lighting in basement
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- Heated Pool
- Fence Around Pool
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Schools
- Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue Elementary School
- Beacon Hill Middle School
- Decatur High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Dehumidifier
- 110 Volts
- Power Generator
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Property is near public transit, schools, and shops
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Oakhurst Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 15 213 03 207
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5 | $352,680 | $99,760 | $252,920 |
| 2024 | $6 | $330,640 | $99,760 | $230,880 |
| 2023 | $6 | $313,760 | $77,000 | $236,760 |
| 2022 | $9,556 | $198,320 | $31,731 | $166,589 |
| 2021 | $17,776 | $198,320 | $31,731 | $166,589 |
| 2020 | $10,505 | $246,120 | $31,920 | $214,200 |
| 2019 | $10,023 | $230,560 | $31,920 | $198,640 |
| 2018 | $9,328 | $233,320 | $31,920 | $201,400 |
| 2017 | $10,178 | $229,360 | $31,920 | $197,440 |
| 2016 | $5,169 | $198,320 | $31,731 | $166,589 |
| 2014 | $610 | $229,800 | $31,920 | $197,880 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2026 05/18/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/14/2026 05/14/26 | For Sale | $1,095,000 | +167.1% | $398 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/28/2012 12/28/12 | Sold | $410,000 | 0.0% | $186 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/28/2012 12/28/12 | Sold | $410,000 | -2.3% | $186 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/28/2012 11/28/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/24/2012 11/24/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/17/2012 11/17/12 | For Sale | $419,700 | -2.3% | $191 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/25/2012 09/25/12 | For Sale | $429,700 | -- | $195 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $410,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $215,307 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $395,342 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $415,000 | New Conventional |
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
MLS Number: 7770300
APN: 15-213-03-207
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