Welcome to 138 Garland Avenue! This gorgeous, thoughtfully updated 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath property includes a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath main home and a detached 2-car garage with a fully equipped additional dwelling unit (ADU) featuring a bedroom, full bath, living area, and storage—perfect as a guest house, rental, or private home office. Set on a quiet, walkable street in the heart of Decatur, he home sits on a rare, oversized lot, significantly larger than most in the area. Full of charm and beautifully renovated throughout, this home offers easy, turn-key living just blocks from Oakhurst Village, Agnes Scott College, and all the shops, restaurants, and festivals that make Decatur so special. Inside, the main level features a bright and open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout. The cozy living room has a fireplace for chilly days and a custom built-in wet bar that is perfect for gathering with friends before or after one of Decatur’s many local events. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, offering tons of cabinet space, granite countertops, a coffee bar, an eat-in dining area, and a bar-height island that’s filled with natural light thanks to a perfectly placed picture window, which is perfect for morning coffee or weekend brunches. The spacious primary suite is located on the main level and feels like a true retreat, with a spa-like en suite bath, double vanities, a large custom walk-in closet, and direct access to a private screened porch that flows into the beautifully landscaped fence backyard, designed for relaxing or entertaining. complete with a fire pit and space for entertaining. Also, on the main floor a tiled mudroom, laundry, a half bath, and easy access to the basement, great for storage, a home gym, or a workshop. Upstairs you’ll find three additional bedrooms, including one with its own en suite bath, a shared full bath, and a sunlit loft perfect for a study or office that overlooks Roy Moss St. Garden Park. This home is ideal for those seeking a blend of comfort and privacy, come experience the best of in-town Decatur living!
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$1,511,000
138 Garland Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
4beds
3,331sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1945
0.5 Acres Lot
$1,490,000 Zestimate®
$454/sqft
$4,786 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,490,000
$1.37M - $1.62M
$4,786/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 25, 2025 at 12:19pm
Listing Provided by:
SABRENA A SANDERS,
HOME Luxury Real Estate
Bought with:
Renee Bissell, 336031
Keller Williams Rlty Consultants
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7578365
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Other
- Description: Carriage House (ADU)
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 300 SF
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer, Other
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Driveway Access,Exterior Entry,Partial,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,331
- Total interior livable area: 3,331 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Storage, No Dock
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Dimensions: 90x204x110x262
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Carriage House, Guest House, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 15 214 02 064
- Other equipment: Dehumidifier, Generator
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick 3 Sides, Cement Siding, Stone
- Foundation: See Remarks
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, HVAC, Lighting, Thermostat, Windows
- Energy generation: None
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Dog Park, Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Decatur
- Subdivision: Oakhurst
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $1,511,000+4.2%$454/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7578365 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2025 | Pending sale | $1,450,000$435/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7578365 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000+249.4%$435/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10521523 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2011 | Sold | $415,000-7.8%$125/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2011 | Price change | $450,000-5.3%$135/sqft |
Source: Realty Associates of Atlanta #4210423 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $451,040 +8.4% |
| 2024 | $26,259 +172657.5% | $416,040 +4.3% |
| 2023 | $15 +9.5% | $399,000 +6.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: College Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAWinnona Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Beacon Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Decatur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Winnona Park/Fifth Avenue
- Middle: Beacon Hill
- High: Decatur
Source: FMLS GA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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