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$1,595,000
6beds
5,319sqft

235 S Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30030

6beds
5,319sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.78 Acres Lot
$1,486,300 Zestimate®
$300/sqft

What's special

Expansive fully fenced yardBeautiful staircaseDrive-under two-car garageSix decorative fireplacesGracious rocking-chair front porchWarm architectural detailsGenerous his-and-hers closets

Built in 1900, this enchanting Winnona Park home is a piece of Decatur history, filled with the character, thoughtful details, and charming spaces that make a house feel like home. Over the years, the home has thoughtfully evolved to accommodate modern life without losing its historic soul. A gracious rocking-chair front porch welcomes you inside, where a central hallway, beautiful staircase, and formal living room set a timeless tone. French doors open to a lovely parlor, perfect for a home office or quiet reading room, while a tucked-away reading nook beneath the stairs adds another delightful detail to discover. The heart of the home is the kitchen, which overlooks an expansive family room centered around a fireplace, creating a natural gathering place for everyday routines and time with family and friends. Six decorative fireplaces and warm architectural details lend character throughout, while the home's distinct rooms offer the flexibility to make each space your own. A separate main-level guest suite with a private ensuite bath provides a comfortable retreat for visitors and an ideal setup for multigenerational living. Upstairs, five bedrooms and three full baths offer plenty of room for a growing household and overnight guests. The oversized primary suite features generous his-and-hers closets and a nearby flex space, perfect for a home office or exercise room, with convenient access to the laundry. A staircase leads to the third-floor bonus room, complete with a full bath and endless possibilities for a playroom, media room, creative studio, or tucked-away retreat. Outside, the backyard feels like something out of a storybook. Thoughtfully designed landscaping, camellias, classic boxwoods, hydrangeas, and delicate autumn ferns create a beautiful Southern garden, while a pergola sets the scene for al fresco dinners and relaxed afternoons outdoors. The expansive, fully fenced yard offers plenty of room for farm-to-table-type gardening. Just beyond the backyard, a walking trail connects to Winnona Drive, making it easy to enjoy a scenic stroll to Winnona Park Elementary, Agnes Scott College, Legacy Park, and Downtown Decatur. Additional features include a drive-under two-car garage, mudroom, and generous driveway that add everyday convenience to this picturesque setting. Rich in history yet wonderfully suited to the rhythms of today, this is a home with room for everyone, a garden to grow, and countless opportunities to make lasting memories.

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Family Room

Kitchen

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 6
  • Full bathrooms: 5
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
  • Room types: Bonus Room, Laundry, Loft, Office, Sun Room
Kitchen
  • Features: Breakfast Bar, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
  • Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
  • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
  • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry: Mud Room, Upper Level
Features
  • Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Central Vacuum, High Ceilings
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partial,Unfinished
  • Number of fireplaces: 7
  • Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry, Other
  • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 5,319
  • Total interior livable area: 5,319 sqft
  • Finished area above ground: 5,319
  • Finished area below ground: 0
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached, Basement, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Parking Pad
  • Has attached garage: Yes
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Fencing: Back Yard,Privacy
  • Body of water: None
Lot
  • Size: 0.78 Acres
  • Features: Level, Private
Details
  • Parcel number: 15 234 07 009

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Concrete, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Composition
Condition
  • Resale
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
  • Energy efficient items: Appliances, Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Public Transport, Walk To Schools, Near Shopping
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision: Winnona Park
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
  • Services included: None
Location
  • Region: Decatur

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $300/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $1,243,500
  • Annual tax amount: $15,747
  • Date on market: 10/21/2026
  • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Electric utility on property: Yes

Price history

DateEventPrice
10/21/2026Listed for sale$1,595,000+165.8%$300/sqft
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1/27/2017Sold$600,000$113/sqft
Source: FMLS GA #5774217 Report a problem
12/7/2016Pending sale$600,000$113/sqft
Source: REALTY ASSOCIATES OF ATLANTA #8098887 Report a problem
11/16/2016Listed for sale$600,000$113/sqft
Source: REALTY ASSOCIATES OF ATLANTA #8098887 Report a problem

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$22,653 +8.6%$497,400 +10.2%
2024$20,858 +140829.7%$451,240 -3.3%
2023$15 -99.6%$466,880 +20%
2022$3,696 +2.9%$388,920 +3%
2021$3,590 +64.4%$377,680 +79.8%
2020$2,183 -21%$210,080 -21.5%
2019$2,765 +20.8%$267,560 +26%
2018$2,289 +192.4%$212,280 +15.2%
2017$783 +5%$184,280 -8%
2016$745 $200,280 +45.5%
2014$745 $137,640 +1.3%
2013-- $135,880
2012-- $135,880 -0.8%
2011-- $136,920
2010$668 $136,920
2009$668 +12.2%$136,920
2008$595 -12.5%$136,920
2007$680 $136,920
2006$680 +5.3%$136,920 +3.9%
2005$645 +10.5%$131,800 +3.9%
2004$584 +1.9%$126,880 +2%
2003$573 +131.6%$124,400 +8.7%
2002$248 +99.9%$114,400
2001$124 $114,400
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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$10,225/mo
Principal & interest
$8922
Property taxes
$1303
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Estimated market value

$1,486,300

$1.41M - $1.56M

$8,862/mo

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Neighborhood: Winnona Park

Nearby schools

Talley Street Elementary School
Grades 3-5 • 0.2 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
9/10
Beacon Hill Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 0.7 miles
9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
8/10
Decatur High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.6 miles
9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10
College Readiness Rating
9/10