ActiveHouse · MLS# 7853951

$1,595,000

235 S Columbia Drive Decatur, GA 30030

Beds
6
Baths
5 full · 1 half
Sq ft
5,319
Lot
0.78 acres
Built
1900

About this home

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.

0 days on market

Listing updated: October 21, 2026 at 4:45 PM

Listed by: Natalie Gregory, Compass 404-668-6621

Source: First Multiple Listing Service, MLS#: 7853951First Multiple Listing Service IDX

Features

Interior

  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Bookcases
  • Central Vacuum
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceilings 9 ft Main
  • Permanent Attic Stairs
  • Hardwood
  • Tile
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Dryer
  • Gas Range
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Microwave
  • Range Hood
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Heating & Cooling

  • Forced Air
  • Natural Gas
  • Zoned
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Central Air

Basement

  • Daylight
  • Exterior Entry
  • Interior Entry
  • Partial
  • Unfinished
  • Walk-Out Access

Exterior

  • Private Yard
  • Back Yard
  • Privacy
  • Neighborhood

Parking

  • Attached
  • Drive Under Main Level
  • Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Pad

Construction

  • Farmhouse
  • Traditional
  • Cement Siding
  • Lap Siding
  • Wood Siding
  • Composition

Utilities

  • Public Sewer
  • Public

Location

County
DeKalb
Subdivision
Winnona Park
Elementary
Winnona Park/Talley Street
Middle
Beacon Hill
High
Decatur

Costs

HOA fee
None listed
Property tax
$15,747 per year (2025)
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