NOT LISTED FOR SALE

257 Decatur Rd McDonough, GA 30253

Estimated Value: $636,000 - $806,513

5 Beds
4 Baths
5,194 Sq Ft
$145/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 28, 2023

Last sale price $781,000 $150 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,068/month

168 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Home fronts a pond
  • 9.3 Acre Lot
  • Tennis Courts
  • Lake View
  • Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve

About This Home

As of February 2023

New Pricing!! Rare Opportunity - Have the best of both worlds!! Iconic Sprawling Ranch on 10 +/- acres overlooking stocked pond and fully lighted tennis courts (easily converted to pickle ball) in the HEART of Historic McDonough! Grandly situated in a park-like setting with elegant, timeless details and over 5,100 sq ft. of ONE level living, there are endless possibilities!! Offering 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, boasting 5 fireplaces, incredible Great Room with beamed ceilings and serene views, massive masonry fireplace and built-ins open to the spectacular, totally renovated Chef's Kitchen with custom, hand-made cabinetry, professional appliances, oversized island with quartzite counters, and natural light filled breakfast area. Expansive den/playroom with kitchenette and full bath that opens to the huge patio and private back yard and tennis court area. Owner's Suite has french doors leading to exercise room, and another office/flex area with fireside den. Fabulous, true hardwood flooring throughout. Wide hallways, abundant storage space and large closets, including huge laundry room. Detached garage/workshop has 220 power and loads of storage. Made for entertaining and designed to host intimate or large gatherings, this classic home easily accommodates multi generational living. New exterior paint 2022, new roof 2020, HVAC replaced in 2019, new main water line and sewer lines in 2022. There is also an unpaved entrance off Fairview Drive, making for easy sidewalk stroll to nearby parks, restaurants and the awesome McDonough Square. Shown by APPT ONLY to qualified Buyers.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

CINDY CARTER

Blue Door Associates, LLC License #285376 Listed on: 08/05/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Ron Minnifield

Atlanta's Upscale Properties LLC License #229339

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,470

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 9.3 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Private Lot
  • Open Lot

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 5,194 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Bookcases
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Factory Built Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Great Room
  • Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Home Gym
  • Lake Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
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  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Hall

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Tennis Courts
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Walnut Creek Elementary School
  • Mcdonough Middle School
  • Mcdonough High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating 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
  • Greenbelt

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,470

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1962
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Brick 4 Side, Ranch, Traditional
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Financing Type: UNKN
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Size Acres: 9.30
  • Other Sturctures: Tennis Court(s), Workshop, Garage(s)
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 5194
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven (Wall), Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Features: Seats 12+, Separate Room
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 5194
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5194
  • Interior Amenities: Central Vacuum, Bookcases, Double Vanity, Beamed Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Separate Shower, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Master On Main Level
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Master Bedroom, Factory Built, Gas Starter, Masonry, Gas Log
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Kitchen Island, Second Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters
  • Price Per Square Foot: 150.37

Beds/Baths

  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Bedroom Main Level: 5

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Brick
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: Greenbelt, Open Lot, Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Pond

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Hall
  • Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None, Walk To Shopping

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Walnut Creek
  • High School: McDonough
  • Middle School: McDonough Middle
  • Elementary School: Walnut Creek
  • Middle School: McDonough Middle
  • High School: McDonough

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 4

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8469.51

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2023
Sold by
Minnifield Danita
Bought by
Minnifield Family Trust and Minnifield Danita F
Current Estimated Value
$751,878

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2022
Closed on
Feb 28, 2023
Sold by
Hinton Kathryn V
Bought by
Minnifield Danita and Minnifield Ronald
Seller's Agent
CINDY CARTER
Blue Door Associates, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ron Minnifield
Atlanta's Upscale Properties LLC
List Price
$899,500
Sold Price
$781,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$118,500
-13.17%
Views
198

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.20%
Original Mortgage
$702,900
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2022
Closed on
Feb 21, 2023
Sold by
Heritage Southeast Bank
Bought by
Wilson Andrew T
Seller's Agent
CINDY CARTER
Blue Door Associates, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ron Minnifield
Atlanta's Upscale Properties LLC
List Price
$899,500
Sold Price
$781,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$118,500
-13.17%
Views
198

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$702,900
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2015
Sold by
Hubert Benjamin F
Bought by
Hinton Kathryn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Minnifield Family Trust -- --
Minnifield Danita $781,000 --
Minnifield Danita -- --
Wilson Andrew T -- --
Hinton Kathryn $425,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Minnifield Danita $702,900
Previous Owner Hinton Kathryn $340,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2023 02/28/23 Sold $781,000 -1.0% $150 / Sq Ft
01/20/2023 01/20/23 Pending -- -- --
12/07/2022 12/07/22 Price Changed $789,000 -7.1% $152 / Sq Ft
09/19/2022 09/19/22 Price Changed $849,000 -5.6% $163 / Sq Ft
08/05/2022 08/05/22 For Sale $899,500 -- $173 / 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
2024 $10,994 $294,920 $57,760 $237,160
2023 $8,681 $284,240 $55,600 $228,640
2022 $8,663 $257,400 $51,320 $206,080
2021 $7,740 $218,760 $44,080 $174,680
2020 $6,799 $184,400 $41,480 $142,920
2019 $7,046 $187,200 $39,360 $147,840
2018 $6,657 $173,800 $36,360 $137,440
2016 $6,645 $163,280 $32,080 $131,200
2015 $6,798 $166,520 $31,440 $135,080
2014 -- $121,560 $31,440 $90,120
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • CINDY CARTER

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    CINDY CARTER

    Blue Door Associates, LLC

    (678) 758-2576

    63 in this area

    228 Total Sales

    CINDY CARTER
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  • Ron Minnifield

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Ron Minnifield

    Atlanta's Upscale Properties LLC

    (404) 454-0093

    4 in this area

    37 Total Sales

    Ron Minnifield
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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 20064090

Georgia MLS

APN: 0M18-01-027-000

Georgia Henry County Mcdonough 30253

257 Decatur Rd, Mcdonough, GA

This home is located at 257 Decatur Rd, McDonough, GA 30253 since 05 August 2022 and is currently estimated at $751,878, approximately $144 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 257 Decatur Rd is a home located in Henry County with nearby schools including Walnut Creek Elementary School, McDonough Middle School, and McDonough Methodist Academy.

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