Primary on Main
Address
239 W Benson Street, Decatur, GA
Price
$ 925,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#7826992
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyDekalb
- CityDecatur
- NeighborhoodOakhurst
- Zip30030
- StyleBungalow, Cottage
- Year Built1928
- Taxes$ 14123
- Price$ 925,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Lot Size0.31 Acres
Data Source:
First Multiple Listing Services (FMLS)
Property Description
There are homes you admire, and then there are homes that simply feel special. Set on nearly half an acre in the heart of Oakhurst, 239 W Benson Street is a timeless classic where historic character, remarkable scale, beautiful outdoor living and one of Decatur’s most vibrant communities come together. Immediately inside the proportions are impressive. Soaring ceilings and extraordinarily tall windows flood the home with natural light, while beautiful wood floors with distinctive bespoke markings that speak to the home’s history bring warmth and character that simply cannot be replicated. Every room feels gracious yet inviting, preserving the soul of a historic home while offering the space and flexibility of modern life. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus a dedicated office, the floor plan offers wonderful versatility. The oversized primary suite is a destination of its own, with a private balcony, a wall of built-in storage and the kind of scale rarely encountered in a home of this era, a serene retreat tucked away from the main living spaces. Outside you are spoiled with a choice of multiple outdoor spaces that create places to dine under the trees, entertain friends, garden, play or simply enjoy the privacy and breathing room of an expansive property, all while living in the heart of Oakhurst. You know you will be living in this epic screened in porch year round! And Oakhurst isn't simply where you live; it's part of how you live. Just a block from Oakhurst Village for coffee, dinner or drinks, wander through the beloved Wylde Center's Oakhurst Garden, jump on the PATH or make Saturday morning a ritual at the year-round Oakhurst Farmers Market, where local produce, baked goods, live music and chef demonstrations bring neighbors together. Parks, playgrounds, restaurants, neighborhood gathering spots, MARTA and City Schools of Decatur are all woven into daily life and offer an unbeatable lifestyle quality. And then there is PORCHFEST, one of the traditions that captures Oakhurst better than almost anything else. For one unforgettable day, porches become stages, yards become venues and the neighborhood fills with music, neighbors and visitors wandering from performance to performance. With roughly 200 acts spread throughout Oakhurst, it is grassroots community at its absolute best—and when you live here, it's happening in your neighborhood. Not forgetting close proximity to Downtown Decatur and nearby Hosea & 2nd Hub, spoilt for choice is an understatement. Behind all of this historic beauty are significant recent improvements for the home's next chapter, including a 2025 new roof, full exterior painting in 2025 and a 2026 AquaGuard basement system creating HUGE storage potential, plus many documented additional improvements throughout. 239 W Benson Street isn't trying to recreate the character of historic Oakhurst—it is part of it.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue Elementary School | Beacon Hill Middle School | Decatur High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Listed $925,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Water Available |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Gas Range,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Deck,Enclosed,Rear Porch,Screened,Side Porch |
| Architectural Style | Bungalow,Cottage |
| Pool Features | None |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1928 |
| Electric | Other |
| View | Neighborhood |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Parcel Number | 15 214 04 084 |
| Waterfront Features | None |
| Community Features | Near Public Transport,Near Schools,Near Shopping,Near Trails/Greenway,Park,Pool,Restaurant,Sidewalks,Street Lights |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | Dekalb - GA |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Energy Efficient | None |
| Subdivision Name | Oakhurst |
| Green Energy Generation | None |
| Other Structures | None |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | GPS is Accurate |
| High School | Decatur |
| City | Decatur |
| Body of Water | None |
| Spa Features | None |
| Elementary School | Oakhurst/Fifth Avenue |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 14123 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Middle/Junior High School | Beacon Hill |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| Virtual Tour | https://app.realkit.com/vid/239-west-benson-street-decatur/ub |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Freehold | IDX |
| Corporate Owner | None |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bookcases,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,High Ceilings 10 ft Main,High Speed Internet,His and Hers Closets,Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Basement | Exterior Entry,Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Hardwood,Tile |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Living Room |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Window Features | Window Treatments |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1948 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Room,Main Level,Sink |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Room Type | Office,Sun Room |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 3 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 2 |
| Kitchen Features | Cabinets White,Eat-in Kitchen,Stone Counters |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| RoomBedroomFeatures | Master on Main,Oversized Master |
| Primary Bathroom Features | Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub |
| Dining Room Features | Separate Dining Room |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony,Private Entrance,Private Yard,Rain Gutters,Rear Stairs |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Back Yard |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Level Driveway |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Corner Lot,Front Yard,Level,Private |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Foundation Details | Brick/Mortar,Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Building Area Total | 1948 |
| Lot Dimensions | 190 x 71 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.31 |
| Road Surface Type | Concrete |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
| Other Equipment | Dehumidifier |
| Horse Amenities | None |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 30030
Statistics provided by Inside Real Estate
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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Primary On Main
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$ 925,000
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Decatur, GA 30030
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 1,948 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2.5 Baths
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- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 2,027 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3 Baths
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- Single Family
- Rooms
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- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 1,682 SqFt
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- Type
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- Size
- 2,356 SqFt
- Rooms
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$ 925,000
159 Olympic Place
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- Type
- Single Family
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3.5 Baths
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- Type
- Single Family
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 1 Baths
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- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 943 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 1 Baths
New Construction
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$ 1,050,000
112 1st Avenue
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- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 2,350 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3.5 Baths
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$ 1,050,000
112 1st Avenue
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- Type
- Single Family
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3.5 Baths
Reduced
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- Type
- Single Family
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3 Baths
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