$1,050,000
SOLD JUN 12, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,000 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$350 Per Sq Ft

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Solar Power System
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Glennwood Elementary Rated A
  • City View
  • 3-minute walk to Scott Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Timeless Elegance Meets Modern Comfort - A Rare Historic Gem. Welcome to 218 Barry Street, a truly remarkable historic home blending 19th-century charm with thoughtful modern updates. With a kitchen dating back to the 1830s, this one-of-a-kind residence is believed to be the oldest remaining private home in Decatur. The home has been lovingly restored and renovated by its current owners, incorporating architectural elements from their ancestral 1820s-1830s Georgia homestead-a tribute to its deep-rooted Southern heritage. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms, including a primary suite conveniently located on the first floor, featuring a large closet for ample storage. The heart of the home is the expansive kitchen and keeping room, where original fireplace mantels and antique wooden doors add warmth and character. A large dining room sets the stage for unforgettable gatherings, while a unique wine cellar, seamlessly built into the kitchen, enhances the home's historic ambiance. Additional interior highlights include a cozy library, perfect for book lovers, and a music room, offering a dedicated space for creativity and entertainment. Beyond the interiors, this property offers incredible outdoor spaces, including expansive porches, a serene koi pond, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen and living area-perfect for entertaining. The backyard retreat features a fire pit, creating a cozy gathering spot for cool evenings. A dedicated art studio provides space for creativity. Situated in an unbeatable location, this home is just minutes away from the vibrant Decatur Square, where you'll find top-rated restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Decatur's history! Schedule your private tour today and experience the charm and elegance of 218 Barry Street firsthand.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Johnson

Ansley RE | Christie's Int'l RE License #184232 Listed on: 04/10/2025

Ansley RE | Christie's Int'l RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Derek Stam

Compass License #351394

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,935

Year Built

  • Built in 1855

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • Parking Pad

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Bonus Room
  • Keeping Room
  • City Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry closet

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Indoor Grill
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Double Vanity

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Outbuilding
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Glennwood Elementary School
  • Beacon Hill Middle School
  • Decatur High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,935

Year Built

Built in 1855

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1855
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow/Cottage
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • GreenEnergyGeneration: Solar
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: .19
  • Other Sturctures: Outbuilding, Outdoor Kitchen
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 3000
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Indoor Grill, Microwave
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Room
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 3000
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3000
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Wine Cellar
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Outside
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Solid Surface Counters
  • Price Per Square Foot: 350

Beds/Baths

  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedroom Main Level: 1

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Other
  • ExteriorFeatures: Other
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Front Yard, Wood
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: City

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Walk To Public Transit, Walk To Schools, Walk To Shopping

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other

Schools

  • Elementary School: Glennwood
  • High School: Decatur
  • High School Bus: No
  • Middle School: Beacon Hill
  • Middle School Bus: No
  • Elementary School: Glennwood
  • Middle School: Beacon Hill
  • High School: Decatur

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7935

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2019
Sold by
Beard Avery Jay
Bought by
Beard Coles Rev Liv Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 1996
Sold by
Baldwin Jr Harry S
Bought by
Beard Avery Jay
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Deed $144,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $40,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $336,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $381,600 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $361,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $150,200 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $72,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $40,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $234,500 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $195,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $0 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Sold $1,050,000 0.0% $350 / Sq Ft
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $1,050,000 -- $350 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $3 $208,360 $60,560 $147,800
2022 $9,089 $173,320 $60,560 $112,760
2021 $9,562 $191,600 $54,520 $137,080
2020 $9,721 $209,320 $54,520 $154,800
2019 $9,266 $213,400 $54,520 $158,880
2018 $7,824 $185,920 $54,520 $131,400
2017 $8,363 $191,920 $54,520 $137,400
2016 $3,987 $164,400 $24,000 $140,400
2014 $382 $106,560 $24,016 $82,544
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10497640

Georgia MLS

APN: 15-246-02-044