Absolutely Stunning 1931 "Avondale Original" Craftsman Bungalow in Historic Avondale Estates! Perched up on the hill, this absolutely charming bungalow greets you w/ warmth with just one step on to the rocking chair front porch. Its cozy screened porch is the perfect spot to start your day w/ a cup of joe or spend a lazy afternoon w/ an ice cold sweet tea! And, it just gets better as you enter the home... enjoy the open floor plan of living room & dining room, plus welcoming front foyer w/fireplace & original built in cabinets. You can "feel" the history in this home. Huge living room filled w/large windows makes this the perfect place to socialize. The wide open formal dining room can host a crew or feel intimate at the same time. A long built-in bench w/drawers below makes for a sweet place to grab a book & relax. Newly renovated butlers's pantry w/ tons of storage sits conveniently in b/w both the dining room & kitchen for easy entertaining. Brand new crisp & fresh kitchen has large pantry, granite countertops & a large picture window over-looking the amazing back yard. Huge primary bedroom & large guest bedroom are both on the 1st floor. Classic tiled hallway bath w/storage drawers & cabinets are shared by both. Head upstairs to the bright & happy 3rd bedroom w/ three walls of windows that just make you smile. Spacious closet leads to 2nd bathroom that throws you back to the 50's! Here's the best part...open the door to the "attic" & you'll be mesmerized by the massive room w/ high ceilings, permanent windows & EASY potential for more. Make it your own as a phenomenal primary suite, 2 bedrooms plus bath, bedroom & extra living room?! Your choice, it's ready for YOU! The backyard is flat & green w/a relaxing bubbling pond. Fenced in w/gate. Old School one car garage, great for storage. Outdoor patio. Freshly poured cement driveway & turnaround in back. Dry, encapsulated basement w/interior stairs that's great for storage. Swim Tennis Club eligible! Easy commute to Emory, CDC, Decatur, I-285, 1-20, Airport.
Closed
$708,000
18 Kensington Rd, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
3beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1931
0.40 Acres lot
$745,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 08, 2023 at 10:52pm
Listing Provided by:
Jennifer Newman,
Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta 404-564-5560
Bought with:
Laura Vansant, 382635
ERA Foster & Bond
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7237665

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Master on Main
- Level: Master on Main
Bedroom
- Features: Master on Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: None
Dining room
- Features: Seats 12+, Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room, Cabinets White, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
Basement
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Bookcases, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: None
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning Stove
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Kitchen Level
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Garden
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Other
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.40 Acres
- Dimensions: 225 x 70
- Features: Back Yard, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 15 249 05 012
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: None
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: None
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
- Energy generation: None
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: None
Community
- Community features: Park, Pickleball, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Swim Team, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Avondale Estates
- Subdivision: Avondale Estates
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: None
Services availability

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Estimated market value
$745,100