NOT LISTED FOR SALE

261 Madison Ave Decatur, GA 30030

Kirkwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $916,000 - $1,289,191

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,288 Sq Ft
$906/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 22, 2017

Last sale price $416,000 $323 Per Sq Ft

Est. 180% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,107/month

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Property is walking distance to MARTA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Oakhurst Elementary School Rated A
  • Private Lot
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of March 2017

Charming bungalow on one of the best streets in Oakhurst. Open floorplan with tall ceilings and plenty of space for entertaining. Kitchen w/ stainless steel fridge & tiled floors. Large master addition with walk-in closet & skylights. Spacious bath w/ whirlpool tub. Upstairs bedroom makes a perfect media room or office. The deck overlooks the large fenced backyard. Large outbuilding for additional storage or workshop space. All systems recently replaced. City of Decatur Schools. Seconds to Oakhurst Village restaurants & park. Madison Ave hosts annual Soap Box Derby.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Smith

NOT A VALID MEMBER License #272769 Listed on: 01/11/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Culver

EXP Realty, LLC. License #279288

EXP Realty, LLC.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,999

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 150x50
  • Fenced
  • Private Lot
  • Irrigation Equipment

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Bungalow
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet on the main level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry in Hall

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom

Home Security

  • Smart Home
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Parking Pad
  • Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Property is walking distance to MARTA
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue Elementary School
  • Beacon Hill Middle School
  • Decatur High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 46 / 2
  • Assessor Parcel Number 15 212 01 113

Community Details

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Park

Additional Features

  • Oakhurst Subdivision
  • Restaurant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,999

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Levels Stories: One and One Half
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Low-Flow Fixtures, Smart Home, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Cabinets Stain, Laminate Counters, View to Family Room
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Family Room
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Main Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo, Whirlpool Tub

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Hall
  • Utilities: Cable Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Near Marta, Near Schools, Park, Playground, Restaurant, Sidewalks
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Subdivision Complex: Oakhurst

Schools

  • Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
  • Middle School: Beacon Hill
  • High School: Decatur

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2000
  • Lot: 46
  • Land/Lot: .
  • Section G M D: .
  • Plat Book: 1
  • Plat Page: 26
  • Lot Features: Private
  • Lot Dimensions: 150x50
  • Parcel Number: 15 212 01 113
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Green Features

  • Efficiency: HVAC, Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 2999.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15-212-01-113
  • Close Date: 2017-03-22
  • Tax Year: 2016

MLS Schools

  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route High: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue
  • High School: Decatur
  • Middle School: Beacon Hill

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2017
Closed on
Mar 22, 2017
Sold by
Boardman Amy
Bought by
Barcham Daniel and Barcham Claire
Seller's Agent
Michael Smith
NOT A VALID MEMBER
Buyer's Agent
Michael Culver
EXP Realty, LLC.
List Price
$443,000
Sold Price
$416,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-6.09%
Current Estimated Value
$1,166,548

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$750,548
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.72%
Original Mortgage
$332,800
Outstanding Balance
$275,899
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$890,649

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2009
Sold by
Zwick Mitchell
Bought by
Boardman Amy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$192,449
Interest Rate
5.19%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1999
Sold by
Southall Richard A
Bought by
Southall Richard A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$77,250
Interest Rate
7.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 1995
Sold by
Rountree Eiliott and Allen Walter L
Bought by
Southfall Richard and Zwick Mitchell
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
Barcham Daniel $416,000 --
Boardman Amy $196,000 --
Southall Richard A -- --
Southall Richard A -- --
Southfall Richard $38,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Barcham Daniel $332,800
Previous Owner Boardman Amy $192,449
Previous Owner Southall Richard A $77,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/22/2017 03/22/17 Sold $416,000 -2.8% $323 / Sq Ft
02/15/2017 02/15/17 Pending -- -- --
01/25/2017 01/25/17 Price Changed $428,000 -3.4% $332 / Sq Ft
01/11/2017 01/11/17 For Sale $443,000 -- $344 / Sq Ft
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

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
2025 $16 $546,440 $99,760 $446,680
2024 $17 $467,160 $99,760 $367,400
2023 $17 $206,000 $77,000 $129,000
2022 $8,376 $179,800 $65,160 $114,640
2021 $15,544 $174,240 $31,920 $142,320
2020 $7,814 $166,160 $31,920 $134,240
2019 $7,340 $167,880 $31,920 $135,960
2018 $5,752 $156,320 $31,920 $124,400
2017 $6,212 $140,360 $31,920 $108,440
2016 $2,999 $121,080 $31,920 $89,160
2014 $328 $107,840 $31,920 $75,920
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Michael Smith

    NOT A VALID MEMBER

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  • Michael Culver

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Michael Culver

    EXP Realty, LLC.

    (770) 630-9371

    108 Total Sales

    Michael Culver
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Map

Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 5791975

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 15-212-01-113

Georgia DeKalb County Decatur 30030 Kirkwood

261 Madison Ave, Decatur, GA

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