$408,000
SOLD NOV 22, 2023

958 Forrest Blvd Decatur, GA 30030

2 Beds
1 Bath
947 Sq Ft
0.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$431 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open-Concept Dining Room
  • Wooded Lot
  • Ranch Style House
  • Druid Hills High School Rated A-
  • Rural View
  • 4-minute walk to Willis Park

About This Home

As of November 2023

Welcome to this charming, completely updated ranch-style home in the popular Avondale Estates community! Living here is a dream come true, with the Museum School, parks, shops, restaurants, and breweries all within walking distance. This lovely older home has been thoughtfully modernized while retaining its original charm. Entering through the inviting front porch, you'll be greeted by a bright, open interior with gorgeous hardwood floors. Cozy up by the fireplace in the living room during chilly winter evenings. The kitchen is a delight, featuring tasteful updates such as butcher block counters, stainless steel appliances, and a fabulous farmhouse sink. You'll love the modern and spacious fully updated bathroom. The large, private backyard offers ample space for expanding your home if you wish. With updated HVAC and water heater, this home is move-in ready! The location is unbeatable, with easy access to Avondale Lake, Dekalb Farmers Market, Decatur Square. This is a truly wonderful neighborhood, teeming with activities and fantastic neighbors - schedule your tour today! Find out RIGHT NOW how you may qualify for UP TO 2% below-market interest rates. Some photos have been virtually staged.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linde Moore

Keller Williams Rlty, First Atlanta License #354599 Listed on: 10/18/2023

Keller Williams Rlty, First Atlanta

Co-Listed By

Christen Fauntleroy

Keller Williams Rlty, First Atlanta License #428070

Last Buyer's Agent

Thomas Roberts

Bolst, Inc. License #349925

Bolst, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,612

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 175 x 75
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Private Entrance
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 947 Sq Ft Home
  • Roommate Plan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Open-Concept Dining Room
  • Rural Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Avondale Elementary School
  • Druid Hills Middle School
  • Druid Hills High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • 110 Volts
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Forrest Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 7 / B
  • Assessor Parcel Number 15 233 08 026

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,612

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Legal Description: L/L232 233
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Levels Stories: One
  • Special Features: None

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain, View to Family Room
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry
  • Dining Room Features: Open Concept
  • Square Footage: 947.00
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: None

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Features: Roommate Floor Plan
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Main Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: Separate Tub/Shower

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Shingle
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
  • Exterior Features: Private Front Entry, Private Yard
  • View: Rural
  • Foundation: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Number Of Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping
  • Subdivision Complex: Forrest Hills

Schools

  • Elementary School: Avondale
  • Middle School: Druid Hills
  • High School: Druid Hills

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3000
  • Lot: 7
  • Land/Lot: 211
  • Plat Book: 2
  • Plat Page: 10
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private, Wooded
  • Lot Dimensions: 175 x 75
  • Parcel Number: 15 233 08 026
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Land Lease: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Green Features

  • Green Energy Generation: None

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 3612.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15-233-08-026
  • Close Date: 2023-11-22
  • Tax Year: 2022

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Avondale
  • High School: Druid Hills
  • Middle School: Druid Hills

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 13, 2023
Closed on
Nov 22, 2023
Sold by
Buffington Christopher Ray
Bought by
Grodzin Marnie Lee
Seller's Agent
Thomas Roberts
Bolst, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Roberts
Bolst, Inc.
Sold Price
$2,600
Views
55

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.83%
Original Mortgage
$244,800
Interest Rate
7.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2022
Sold by
Buffington Stephanie G Estate
Bought by
Buffington Christopher Ray
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 $408,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $264,000 New Conventional
Closed $244,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $70,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $50,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $72,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2025 06/24/25 For Sale $429,900 0.0% $454 / Sq Ft
07/29/2024 07/29/24 Rented $2,450 0.0% --
07/17/2024 07/17/24 Price Changed $2,450 -5.8% $3 / Sq Ft
06/26/2024 06/26/24 For Rent $2,600 0.0% --
11/22/2023 11/22/23 Sold $408,000 +2.0% $431 / Sq Ft
10/22/2023 10/22/23 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2023 10/18/23 For Sale $400,000 -- $422 / 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
2023 $6,733 $136,400 $47,600 $88,800
2022 $3,612 $124,840 $40,000 $84,840
2021 $3,404 $115,840 $40,000 $75,840
2020 $3,374 $114,320 $40,000 $74,320
2019 $3,399 $116,480 $40,000 $76,480
2018 $2,732 $96,880 $19,520 $77,360
2017 $2,676 $81,560 $19,520 $62,040
2016 $2,505 $76,640 $19,520 $57,120
2014 $2,263 $66,960 $19,520 $47,440
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 7280807

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 15-233-08-026