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Property 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 248 3rd Ave
General
- Price: $1,524,000
- Taxes: $10,693 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GAMLS_Atlanta
- MLS ID: 10723897
- Updated: 4/16/2026
- Added to Site: 24 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Bonus Room, Family Room, Laundry, Other
- Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Double Vanity, Split Bedroom Plan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry, Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms-Up1: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Laundry: Upper Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Gas Grill
Parking
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Off-Street
Location
- County: DeKalb
- Driving Directions: From downtown Oakhurst take Oakview Road south to a Right turn onto Third Avenue. 248 will be on your Right.
School Information
- Elementary School: Oakhurst
- Middle School: Beacon Hill
- High School: Decatur
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Public Sewer
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow/Cottage, Craftsman
- Construction Status: Updated/Remodeled
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Interior Entry, Partial, Unfinished
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Year Built: 1915
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Size Range: .19
- Lot Size Source: Other
- Lot Description: Level, Private
Water Features
- Water Front Name: NONE
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $10,693
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Owned by Agent
- Lot Number: 213
Listing Courtesy of: Keller Knapp, Inc
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Schools
Schools serving 248 3rd Ave
School District:Decatur City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Oakhurst Elementary School 175 Mead Road, Decatur, GA 30030 | K-2 | 0.2 mi |
Fifth Avenue Elementary School 101 5th Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030 | 3-5 | 0.5 mi |
Beacon Hill Middle School 220 West College Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Decatur High School 310 North McDonough Street, Decatur, GA 30030 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 248 3rd Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/26/2026
Listed
$1,524,000
276.3%
MLS
8/21/2014
Sold
$405,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 248 3rd Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5
-17%
$252,440
10%
2024
$6
20%
$230,320
-3%
2023
$5
-17%
$236,760
18%
2022
$6
—
$200,880
4%
2021
$6
—
$192,680
8%
2021
$6
-100%
$178,760
1%
2019
$7,741
20%
$177,080
12%
2017
$6,427
—
$158,680
7%
2017
$6,427
98%
$147,760
5%
2016
$3,238
25%
$141,320
8%
2014
$2,590
—
$131,320
77%
2014
$2,590
-9%
$74,000
-7%
2013
$2,836
—
$79,160
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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248 3rd Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030 (MLS# 10723897) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms. 248 3rd Avenue is currently listed for $1,524,000 and was received on March 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 248 3rd Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Decatur? You can browse all Decatur real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

