$1,099,000

315 Melrose Ave Decatur, GA 30030

$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,564 sqft
0.1 acres
$308 / sqft
House

Property details

About 315 Melrose Ave

Charleston style beauty nestled in premium Lenox Place! Seller has meticulously prepared the property for an easy transition to its new owner. Home offers easy living and plenty of room. 3 levels boast 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms, fantastic kitchen/family room centered on the wood burning fireplace and features 'box beam' ceilings, hardwood floors and french doors opening to the screened-in porch. Refreshed Shaker Cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and a large central island buffers the living area. Generous butlers pantry provides additional storage and prep space for staging meals in the formal dining room, complimented by its own French door access to the front porch, perfect for pre-dinner drinks. Additional flex room can serve as an office, playroom or main floor bedroom. The upper floor bedroom level includes the primary suite with 2 oversized walk-in closets, generous SPA bath with separate tub, double sinks, water closet and private access to its own screened-in porch. Both secondary bedrooms are front facing and each have a door onto the UPPER front porch. Terrace level offers 2 optional bedrooms, rec-room, office or man cave and adjacent bathroom leading to the 2-car garage and garden room. This house and location is hard to beat! A short stroll to downtown Decatur’s exquisite restaurants, shopping and nightlife. The neighborhood jewel, Adair Park with its playground, picnic tables and dog park comprises 4 acres! Easy access to Midtown/Downtown/MARTA, Emory/CDC and surrounded by the most bucolic and historic sections in metro Atlanta. Goodness in every Direction!!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Size3,564 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built2006
ParkingDrive Under Main Level, Garage, Garage Door Opener
MLS #7568391
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room
ViewOther

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior: Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main
  • Fireplace: Family Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Drive Under Main Level, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Waterfront: None
  • View: Other
  • Exterior: Balcony, Private Yard, Rear Stairs
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Craftsman, Traditional
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • List Price: $1,099,000
  • Price/SqFt: $308
  • Annual Tax Amount: $8
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Living Area: 3,564 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
  • MLS Number: 7568391
  • MLS Name: First Multiple Listing Service
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (404) 668-6621
  • Listing Agent: Harold H Freeman

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315 Melrose Ave, Decatur, GA 30030 - neoclassical / greek revival house with covered porch, a front lawn, ceiling fan, and a balcony

$1,099,000

315 Melrose Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 01, 2007
Home Sold
$680,000
May 30, 2006
Home Sold
$229,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$402,680$8
2022$324,800$8
2021$279,560$9
2020$301,480$217
2018$278,600$12,488
2017$275,000$12,488

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Fernbank Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

157 Heaton Park Dr NE

7

Fifth Avenue Elementary School

Public District 3-5

1.0 mi

101 5th Ave

4

Fred A. Toomer Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

65 Rogers St NE

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $105,398. The majority of Decatur, GA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

13%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
39%
100k-200k
15%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

51%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 315 Melrose Ave

The listing price of 315 Melrose Ave property is $1,099,000.

The property 315 Melrose Ave is a house located in Decatur, Georgia, 30030.

Active Listing: 315 Melrose Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 315 Melrose Ave are: Fernbank Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Fifth Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Fred A. Toomer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Renfroe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Museum School Avondale Estates (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Decatur High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Charles Drew Charter School Ja/Sa (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Druid Hills High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 1, 2007 for $680,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 315 Melrose Ave has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 315 Melrose Ave is 3,564 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 315 Melrose Ave is 2006.

This home is located at 315 Melrose Ave in Decatur, GA and zip code 30030. This 3,564 square foot home, which was built in 2006, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,099,000.

In April 2025 more than 51 listings in Decatur, GA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 60 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 111 were sold below. In April 2025 in Decatur, GA there were 15.2% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025 median list price was $329,760 and the average listing age was 41 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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