Charming from the curb and backed by Shoal Creek hardwoods, this City of Decatur cottage is more than it appears: a full 4 bedroom, 2 bath home plus a self-contained 2 bed / 1 bath apartment, in one of intown Atlanta's most walkable and sought-after neighborhoods. The main house opens into a living room with refinished hardwood floors and crown molding, flowing through an arched doorway into a dedicated dining room ? a layout that feels both classic and livable. The kitchen has gas cooking, stainless appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Step out back and you're on a private deck- ready for summertime grilling. Two bedrooms and a full baths on the main level. Upstairs, two vaulted dormer bedrooms with tree-level views, a full bath, and a dedicated laundry room.The lower level is a fully self-contained 2 bed / 1 bath walk-out apartment with a private entrance, windows on all four sides, gas kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a sweet beadboard bath ? no interior connection to the main house, brand new HVAC in 2026. Live upstairs, rent downstairs, and let the numbers work in your favor in one of the most sought-after zip codes in metro Atlanta. Fresh paint inside and out. Newer roof and HVAC on the main level. Winnona Park and Legacy Park are within a short walk. Avondale Estates' newly pedestrian-friendly downtown is right around the corner. Two MARTA stations within easy reach. City of Decatur schools throughout. Flood insurance in place at $1,200/year- house has never flooded. Generous off-street parking in rear. Across the street, the Decatur DDA is developing 252 S. Columbia into workforce housing near the Avondale MARTA corridor.---That's your two-listing strategy ? same property, two different buyer conversations. Ready to push both to Gmail?
Listed By
Agency Name: Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL
Agency Phone: 404-541-3500
Shown By
Agent Name: Betsy Liermann
Agent Phone: (770) 601-3067
Agency Title: Crye-Leike Real Estate Services
Estimated Payment
$ 2,432.35 per month $1,390.98 Principal & Interest $859.08 Property Tax $182.29 Homeowner's Insurance
255 S Columbia Drive | MLS# 7778392
This single family home located at 255 S Columbia Drive , Decatur, GA 30030 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $625,000. This property was built in 1951 and has 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths with 2640 sq. ft. S Columbia Drive is located in the Winnona Park subdivision within the Winnona Park/Talley Street - Decatur school district. Search Winnona Park real estate on betsyliermann.crye-leike.com today.