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1225 Carter RD, Decatur, GA 30030

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3 Beds
2 Baths
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You're going to fall in love with this fully-furnished luxury home for your next medium-to-long term film, corporate or personal project in Decatur. Completely-renovated by the masters at Light Box Homes, this cute-n-cuddly bungalow packs loads of features into an entertainer's dream. The home is situated on an expansive, private interior lot with a fire pit area and huge wood deck. Vaulted ceilings greet you as you step into the open-concept living room. The stylish kitchen has all the impliments and tableware you'd expect in your own home plus a generous island with quartz countertops, pantry & stainless steel appliances. We mean to make cooking and entertaining a pleasure in this home, and of course the deck makes outdoor parties easy and fun. No expense was spared in the home renovation, which includes refinished hardwood floors throughout, new siding, windows, roof, state-of-the-art systems & mechanicals. The third bedroom is right by the front door, perfect for a home office or guest suite, and the master suite offers tons of walk-in-closet space & a sumptuous en suite with soaking tub, dual vanities, separate walk-in shower and private throne room. A four-car slate parking pad rounds out this excellent furnished property. Bike to Oakhurst Village, downtown Avondale or Decatur Square and enjoy exploring spots like Twains, Marley House, Brick Store Pub, The Iberian Pig, Cafe Lily and Revival. The Avondale MARTA station and world-famous Dekalb Farmer's Market are both just five minutes away by bike, and this house is within the Focus Area One of the award-winning charter school, The Museum School, plus an easy to commute to the CDC, Emory Dekalb, Assembly Studios and Electric Owl Studios. Walk to Columbia Seminary & Agnes Scott college, too! Since it's creation this house has been a home for famous movie producers and actors, entrepaneurs working on their next project, plus families in need of temporary housing during a home renovation project. Whatever your need for a turn-key temporary housing solution, The Big Backyard Bungalow has you covered.

Listing By: gamls Realty.com
  • MLS# 10731978
  • Date Listed04/14/2026
  • Days on Realty 57 Days
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths
  • Lot Size 0.5 acres (21,780 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Subdivision Forrest Hills
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County DeKalb
  • Year Built 1948
  • Water Public

Interior Features

  • Appliances Range, Oven, Electric Water Heater, Washer, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Flooring Hardwood
  • Cooling Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating Electric, Central, Forced Air

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Gas Grill
  • Roof Composition
  • Lot Size Acres 0.50
  • Lot Size SQFT 21,780.00
  • Lot Features Level, Private

Directions

From W College Avenue, head South on S Columbia Drive and turn right onto Carter Road.

Schools near 30030

Explore the local neighborhood highlights and top-rated schools near 30030 in Decatur, GA.

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Avondale Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

1.75 mi

Distance

Peachcrest Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.34 mi

Distance

Toney Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.9 mi

Distance

Charles R. Drew Charter School

Public • PK - 5

3.4 mi

Distance

Snapfinger Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

3.61 mi

Distance

Robert Shaw Theme School

Public • PK - 5

3.81 mi

Distance

Kelley Lake Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

3.9 mi

Distance

Ronald E Mcnair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.04 mi

Distance

Columbia Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.11 mi

Distance

Mclendon Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.34 mi

Distance

Talley Street Upper Elementary School

Public • 3 - 5

1.17 mi

Distance

Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers

Public • 4 - 8

1.95 mi

Distance

Beacon Hill Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

2.29 mi

Distance

International Student Center

Public • 3 - 12

2.34 mi

Distance

Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School

Public • 3 - 5

2.83 mi

Distance

Charles Drew Charter School Ja/sa

Public • 6 - 12

3.4 mi

Distance

Ronald E Mcnair Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

4.37 mi

Distance

Druid Hills Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

6.15 mi

Distance

Columbia Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

6.28 mi

Distance

Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

6.96 mi

Distance

Dekalb School Of The Arts

Public • 9 - 12

0.47 mi

Distance

Decatur High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.29 mi

Distance

Towers High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.13 mi

Distance

Columbia High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.61 mi

Distance

Clarkston High School

Public • 9 - 12

4.34 mi

Distance

Druid Hills High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

4.81 mi

Distance

Dekalb High School Of Technology South

Public • 10 - 12

6.91 mi

Distance

Maynard H. Jackson- Jr. High School

Public • 9 - 12

7.24 mi

Distance

Mcnair High School

Public • 9 - 12

7.41 mi

Distance

Southwest Dekalb High School

Public • 9 - 12

7.52 mi

Distance

The Ellis School Of Atlanta

Private • KG - UG

1.17 mi

Distance

Academe Of The Oaks

Private • 09 - 12

1.17 mi

Distance

Sudbury School Of Atlanta

Private • KG - 12

1.75 mi

Distance

Threshold Community School Program

Private • 06 - 12

2.44 mi

Distance

Mohammed Schools Of Atlanta

Private • PK - 12

3.4 mi

Distance

Greenforest Mccalep Christian Academy

Private • PK - 12

5.07 mi

Distance

Paideia School

Private • PK - 12

5.44 mi

Distance

Ben Franklin Academy

Private • 08 - 12

5.52 mi

Distance

Solid Foundation Christian Academy

Private • PK - 12

5.64 mi

Distance

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)

Private • KG - 12

5.73 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Local Neighborhood Highlights for 30030

Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Decatur, GA area.

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in GA / 30030

Source: Walk Score

19/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

35/100

Some Transit

Transit Score ®

46/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Almost all errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

4 nearby routes: 4 bus, 0 rail, 0 other

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 41/100, Transit Score: 17/100, Bike Score: 32/100.

Property Change History

Points of Interest near 1225 Carter RD, Decatur, GA 30030

Frequently Asked Questions for 1225 Carter RD

Source: Realty.com

1225 Carter RD, Decatur, GA 30030 in Forrest Hills, Decatur, GA 30030 is a single family listed at $4,500. Highlights include 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, built in 1948, 0.50 acre lot. Realty.com has 28 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this listing.

Realty.com has 28 photos of 1225 Carter RD.

Our records indicate that 1225 Carter RD was built in 1948.

The full address for this home is 1225 Carter RD, Decatur, GA 30030.

1225 Carter RD has been listed on Realty.com since Tue April 14, 2026

Almost all errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 41/100, Transit Score: 17/100, Bike Score: 32/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1225 Carter RD. Avondale Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Druid Hills Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Druid Hills High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Maximum One Executive Realtors (tel: 770-835-4311)
Listing agent: Stephen Jones (tel: 770-835-4311) (#JONESSTEPHE)

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