Charming, storybook City of Decatur bungalow in sought after, centrally located, Lenox Place neighborhood. Don't miss this 1915 beauty that marries period character with today's amenities. Enter the huge, screen porch through the enchanting and inviting double doors to beautiful hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, swinging doors, decorative fireplaces, stained glass and period elements throughout. This three bedroom, two bathroom home features a very flexible floorplan on a particularly wide, Lenox Place lot; 64.7+ feet wide! Well-apportioned kitchen opens to large dining room and accesses the back patio - perfect for entertaining. The fenced backyard is an outstanding play/entertaining area with recently-added iron fence and a shed for storing the outdoor supplies. Of course, this home is zoned for coveted City of Decatur Schools and is centrally located between Downtown Decatur, Oakhurst, Druid Hills and Lake Claire. A few blocks from Adair Park, Decatur Toy/Plastic Park and cool restaurants. This home exemplifies the best of intown living. Fantastico!
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$625,000
240 Melrose Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
3beds
1,460sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1915
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$621,700 Zestimate®
$428/sqft
$2,885 Estimated rent
Home value
$621,700
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,885/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 16, 2026 at 10:52pm
Listing Provided by:
Steve Raimonde,
Keller Knapp 404-434-1500
Bought with:
Melanie Birchfield, 356087
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7687439
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Master on Main
- Level: Master on Main
Bedroom
- Features: Master on Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Dining room
- Features: Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Cabinets White, Laminate Counters
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Crown Molding, High Ceilings 10 ft Main
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Wood Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space,Dirt Floor,Exterior Entry
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Other Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,460
- Total interior livable area: 1,460 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Storage
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Privacy,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 65 X 136
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 15 236 04 028
- Other equipment: None
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Blown-In Insulation, HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
- 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: Insulation, Thermostat
- Energy generation: None
- Water conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Storage, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Decatur
- Subdivision: Lenox Place
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2026 | Sold | $625,000-3.8%$428/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7687439 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2026 | Listing removed | $2,700+8%$2/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7687426 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2026 | Pending sale | $649,500$445/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10651457 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,500$445/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7687439 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2025 | Listing removed | $649,500$445/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7674269 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,224 +6.5% | $217,680 +3.6% |
| 2024 | $15,227 +674.2% | $210,040 +2.8% |
| 2023 | $1,967 +13.4% | $204,240 +11.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lenox Place
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Fifth Avenue Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Beacon Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Decatur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Westchester/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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