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This 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom single family at 248 3rd Avenue in Decatur, GA is listed for $1,524,000 ($425 per sqft). Built in 1915, the home offers 3,584 sqft of living space on a 0.19 acres lot.

Agent Description

Custom Designed Classic Oakhurst Cottage! Fully renovated with a second-story addition in the summer of 2024. With mature landscaping (Camellias that bloom all winter and anchored by a huge Japanese Maple), this home sits quietly above 3rd Avenue providing the perfect view to enjoy the neighborhood.

It exudes good energy and 1920's charm, completely reimagined. Entering from the front porch you will find a warm Living Room featuring a Valor gas log fireplace set seamlessly into the classic brickwork. It can heat the entire home! Pass through the elegant Dining Room to the Kitchen, which lights up every morning catching the sunrise from the East.

The Kitchen is made for entertaining, featuring a large island for serving and casual seating. The main level includes an ensuite Bedroom/ Guest with soaking tub, heated stone tile flooring, glass shower and custom closets. Also on the main level is a full hall bath and additional bedroom/ office / she-shed = (Current use!).

New HVAC units (Main and Upper), New Tankless Water Heater, New flooring, All New Cabinetry, New Roof, Interior/Exterior paint throughout, New Jenn-Air Range, Miele DW, Viking MW, Wine Cooler. Second level Architecture details are highlighted by the Vaulted ceilings in Every Room!

This creates unique light and space throughout. Heated tile floors give a true Spa-like feel for the Primary Master Bath that also includes a fully enclosed steam shower wrapped in natural stone tile, a soaking tub, double vanity, and incredible closet built-ins.

Additional bedrooms with ensuite tub/shower and heated floors. The Upper level includes a spacious additional living room that is fantastic for movie nights. This area could also be easily converted to a 3rd Upper bedroom. Overall this is a 5 Bed / 5 Bath home.

The Main house is a 4-bedroom, 4-full-bathroom home with a Private, flat, fully fenced backyard and a detached Carriage house over a two car Garage. The 1/1 Loft apartment features good living space, a nice size bedroom, a kitchenette and a full custom steam shower (yes, another steam shower!).

It could be a cash flowing rental or multi-gen housing. The Garage space is heated and cooled and currently serves as a workout and additional TV area. An EV charger is also installed. 3584 Total Heated Sq. Ft. per the plans and Earth Craft Certified.

Key Features

  • Built in 1915
  • 0.19 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • 4 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
5 full
4 spaces
1915

Amenities

EV ChargerFireplaceHardwoodA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$8,151/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$1,102
Interest$6,604
Insurance$445

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

248 3rd Avenue

Decatur, GA 30030

Oakhurst

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Beamed CeilingsDouble VanityHigh Ceilings 10 ft MainHigh Speed InternetVaulted Ceiling(s)

Exterior Features

Gas GrillPrivate EntrancePrivate Yard

Property Details

Flooring

StoneHardwood

Construction

Spray Foam Insulation Wood Siding

Pool Features

PatioPorch

Parking

DrivewayGarage

Heating

Energy Star Qualified Equipment (Heating)Natural GasHeat Pump (Heating)

Cooling

Central AirENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Appliances

DishwasherDisposalDryerENERGY STAR Qualified AppliancesENERGY STAR Qualified Water HeaterGas CooktopGas OvenMicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorTankless Water HeaterWasher

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom single family at 248 3rd Avenue is listed at $1,524,000 ($425/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $6,604 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1915, 0.19 acre lot, 2 stories, 4 parking spaces, Fireplace. Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Double Vanity, High Ceilings 10 ft Main. Exterior Features: Gas Grill, Private Entrance, Private Yard.

This property is listed by Steve Bixler and can be reached at (678) 358-4321 or stevebixler@kellerknapp.com.

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Steve Bixler

Agent at Keller Knapp

(678) 358-4321

Listed by Keller Knapp

MLS# 7741850· Source: listhub· Updated 15 days ago

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248 3rd Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030

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