Seller's Agent in 2021
Jen Newman
Keller Williams Realty
(404) 316-5265
58 in this area
129 Total Sales
2 Melford Place Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Avondale Estates NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $561,000 - $644,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,393
Sq Ft
$434/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Fireplace
- Property is near schools
- Druid Hills High School Rated A-
- 1-Story Property
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of September 20211921 Avondale "Original" Bungalow designed by famed GA female architect, Leila Ross Wilburn! Located in Historic Avondale, this sweet 2 bedroom, 2 bath gem "feels like home" with just one step inside the door. Grand living room greets you w/its original mantle & fireplace. Spacious dining room, perfect for entertaining. Cozy screened-in side porch, perfect for an afternoon sweet tea! Ms. Wilburn loved her screened porches! Freshly-carpeted open concept large living area w/eat in kitchen island. Lots of storage plus, a huge pantry w/original shelving, arched doorway. New stainless appliances. Guest Bedroom & full bath off of the living room. Master en-suite bedroom w/full bath off back of house offers true privacy. Original hardwoods & crown molding throughout. Sep. Laundry Room. Head out back to the cozy "Reader's Nook" guest house! Whether you're looking for a quiet office, "man cave", guest bedroom...whatever! It's finished, light filled & ready for you! The back yard is huge & flat, fully fenced, just needs gate! Amazing location in thriving & growing Avondale. "Santo", new Mexican Restaurant will open soon, just around the corner. Up & coming "Town Green Park", a short hop down the road. Close to AE shops, eateries, breweries! Swim & Tennis Club eligible. Also, eligible for Award-winning Museum School Tier 1 Lottery. Golf carts, too! Close to Emory/CDC, Decatur, Downtown ALT, I-285, !-20.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,715
Year Built
- Built in 1921
Lot Details
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- Garage
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
Location
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Avondale Elementary School
- Druid Hills Middle School
- Druid Hills High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
Overview
- Avondale Estates Subdivision
Recreation
- Swim Team
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 5, 2015
Closed on
Sep 25, 2015
Sold by
Woods Chesley E
Bought by
Wainscott Grant M and Wainscott Courtney
Seller's Agent
Max Baerman
RE/MAX Metro Atlanta
Buyer's Agent
Jen Newman
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-6.15%
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$300,106
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.39%
Original Mortgage
$283,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 2003
Sold by
Morris Paula
Bought by
Woods Chesley E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,800
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 1999
Sold by
Anderson Ann L
Bought by
Morris Robert and Morris Paula
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$163,651
Interest Rate
7.66%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 2, 1997
Sold by
Trotter Cornelia L
Bought by
Anderson Ann L and Schumacher Steven E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wainscott Grant M | $305,000 | -- | |
| Woods Chesley E | $223,500 | -- | |
| Morris Robert | $165,000 | -- | |
| Anderson Ann L | $80,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Wofford Rebecca Mahan Willis | $407,200 | |
| Closed | Wainscott Grant M | $283,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Woods Chesley E | $188,068 | |
| Previous Owner | Woods Chesley | $40,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Woods Chesley E | $178,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Morris Paul | $178,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Morris Robert | $163,651 | |
| Previous Owner | Anderson Ann L | $76,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/28/2021 09/28/21 | Sold | $509,000 | +2.0% | $365 / Sq Ft |
| 09/08/2021 09/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/01/2021 09/01/21 | For Sale | $499,000 | +63.6% | $358 / Sq Ft |
| 09/25/2015 09/25/15 | Sold | $305,000 | -6.2% | $197 / Sq Ft |
| 08/22/2015 08/22/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/05/2015 08/05/15 | For Sale | $325,000 | -- | $210 / Sq Ft |
Source: Georgia MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,210 | $182,080 | $40,800 | $141,280 |
| 2022 | $8,790 | $176,480 | $39,600 | $136,880 |
| 2021 | $5,817 | $155,520 | $39,600 | $115,920 |
| 2020 | $5,373 | $145,680 | $39,600 | $106,080 |
| 2019 | $4,876 | $132,680 | $39,600 | $93,080 |
| 2018 | $4,672 | $145,200 | $27,280 | $117,920 |
| 2017 | $4,665 | $115,320 | $27,280 | $88,040 |
| 2016 | $4,699 | $116,640 | $27,280 | $89,360 |
| 2014 | $2,217 | $50,960 | $31,240 | $19,720 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jen Newman
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Max Baerman
Seller's Agent in 2015
Max Baerman
RE/MAX
2 in this area
83 Total Sales
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