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Situated on a picturesque City of Decatur lot, this Winnona Park home has a broad appeal to a wide range of buyers! As a primary residence, this home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a lofted bonus space. You'll appreciate the industrial modern vibe with concrete floors, light wood cabinetry, concrete countertops, dark stone tiling, and more. You'll love the rear deck overlooking the picturesque backyard. The property is perfect for your fall gardening projects, growing your own food, or even building an additional structure like an ADU. The surrounding community is a vibrant hub of arts and culture, award-winning restaurants, bars, and numerous parks and paths. If you have vision and looking for an opportunity to develop this property, keep reading. Let us tell you about a few of the possibilities we see with this property. Situated on an oversized R-60 lot in one of Decatur's favorite neighborhoods, this property can be reimagined in any of the following ways: 1. Love this home just as it is. 2. Build a single family detached home in front of this residence. Keep the existing structure as a guest house. 3. Convert the existing home into a duplex. 4. Build an ADU in the rear yard. 5. Retire the existing structure and build a new single family home. 6. With City of Decatur's new zoning, you can build a new duplex structure. Live in one and sell the other. 7. R-60 zoning also allows a Walk up Flat with up to 4 residential units. //
Winnona Park Historic District, located between Downtown Decatur and Oakhurst, is a historic and residential Decatur neighborhood with tree-lined streets and early-20th-century architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Winnona Park Elementary School campus and its surrounding blocks, where sidewalks, playground energy, and porch-front streetscapes set the daily rhythm. Craftsman bungalows and period revivals sit behind deep lawns and mature canopy, giving walks a shaded, unhurried feel. Agnes Scott College adds a collegiate edge through lectures, performances, and Gothic-style landmarks nearby. Decatur Square’s independent restaurants and shops shape many errands and evenings without leaning on chains. Trails and greenspace at nearby Legacy Park and the PATH corridor extend the outdoor map.
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Offer insights
538 S Candler St · $600,000
$613K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $613K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 48 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Bookcases
Two-story entrance foyer
Double pane windows
No common walls
Bonus room
Crawl space basement
Bedrooms
One main-level bedroom
Two upper-level bedrooms
Master on main
Roommate floor plan
Split bedroom plan
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One main-level bathroom
One upper-level full bathroom
Master bathroom with separate tub and shower
Kitchen
Stained cabinets
Non-standard surface countertops
Dishwasher
Gas cooktop
Range hood
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Laundry closet
Flooring
Concrete flooring
Stone flooring
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air
Exterior features
Balcony
Covered patio
Deck
Back yard
Fenced yard (wood)
Home design
Two levels
Resale condition
Parking
Four total parking spaces
Driveway
Level driveway
Parking pad
Open parking available
Construction
Block construction
Block foundation
Composition roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity available
Natural gas available
Cable available
Sewer available
Water available
Other electric service
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
HUGE R-60 lot! Situated on a picturesque City of Decatur lot, this Winnona Park property is desirable for it's size, zoning, and location. City of Decatur Zoning is R-60, which the owner confirmed with the city. The frontage is approximately 50' and the lot is approximately 300' deep. Located in the heart of Decatur and surrounded by amenities like award-winning restaurants, parks & paths, and walk & roll distance to City of Decatur elementary, middle, and high schools. Situated along a prominent road lined with stunning historic homes, this property is ready to be developed with your vision. This property is suitable for a builder spec home or even a custom home. Located near Agnes Scott College, Winnona Park Elementary School, downtown Decatur, Legacy Park, Deerborn Park, and Oakhurst. There are many opportunities for development on this property including: 1. Build a single family detached home in front of this residence. Keep the existing structure as a guest house. 2. Convert the existing home into a duplex. 3. Build an ADU in the rear yard. 4. Retire the existing structure and build a new single family home. 5. With City of Decatur's new zoning, you can build a new duplex structure. Live in one and sell the other. // This property is also listed in FMLS as a Single Family Detached Home, #7847250.
FMLS #7472512
Jan 21, 2025
Sold
$550,000
$331/sq ft
Jan 12, 2025
Pending
—
Nov 21, 2024
Listed
$550,000
$331/sq ft
Welcome to 538 S Candler, your unique opportunity to embrace the vibrant City of Decatur! This industrial-chic home is a haven of creativity and endless potential. Situated on a generous and picturesque lot, this residence features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a lofted office space (or potential 3rd bedroom). As you enter, an inviting two-story living room sets the tone, seamlessly flowing into the sleek industrial kitchen. The kitchen, with its utilitarian design, showcases stainless steel appliances, sealed concrete countertops, and minimalist cabinetry, exuding a modern vibe. Durable concrete flooring contributes to the raw and urban aesthetic, while abundant natural light creates a bright and airy ambiance throughout the home. Nestled on an expansive lot with ample off street parking, this home is a paradise for gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts. The surrounding community is a thriving hub of arts and culture, boasting delightful restaurants, bars, expansive parks, protected bike paths, and an eclectic array of shops. Enjoy effortless commuting with convenient access to MARTA rail and major highways, ensuring seamless travel from this remarkable home!
GAMLS #10417129
Jan 21, 2025
Sold
$550,000
$331/sq ft
Jan 12, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 16, 2024
Listed
$550,000
$331/sq ft
FMLS #7434711
Oct 4, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Aug 8, 2024
Listed
$525,000
$316/sq ft
GAMLS #10354518
Oct 4, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Aug 8, 2024
Listed
$525,000
$316/sq ft
FMLS #7288306
Oct 4, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Aug 8, 2024
Price Changed
$525,000
$316/sq ft
Mar 25, 2024
Price Changed
$550,000
$331/sq ft
Dec 4, 2023
Contingent
—
Oct 12, 2023
Listed
$600,000
$361/sq ft
GAMLS #10213211
Oct 4, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Aug 8, 2024
Price Changed
$525,000
$316/sq ft
Mar 25, 2024
Price Changed
$550,000
$331/sq ft
Dec 4, 2023
Contingent
—
Oct 12, 2023
Listed
$600,000
$361/sq ft
FMLS #7288943
May 16, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Mar 25, 2024
Price Changed
$550,000
$331/sq ft
Dec 4, 2023
Contingent
—
Oct 12, 2023
Listed
$600,000
$361/sq ft
GAMLS #10213428
May 16, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Mar 25, 2024
Price Changed
$550,000
$331/sq ft
Dec 4, 2023
Contingent
—
Oct 12, 2023
Listed
$600,000
$361/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 2, 2015
Sold
$364,000
$219/sq ft
FMLS #5332586
Jan 7, 2015
Price Changed
$364,000
$219/sq ft
Dec 31, 2014
Price Changed
$435,000
$261/sq ft
Dec 31, 2014
Sold
$364,000
$219/sq ft
Dec 1, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Oct 21, 2014
Price Changed
$435,000
$261/sq ft
Aug 15, 2014
Listed
$449,900
$270/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 12, 2003
Sold
$189,000
$114/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 18, 1998
Sold
$136,000
$82/sq ft
Public Records
May 8, 1997
Sold
$94,900
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,530 (+31.6%)
$107,960 + $144,120
$252,080
2024
$10,280 (−34.0%)
$107,960 + $144,120
$252,080
2023
$15,587 (+103.4%)
$106,790 + $90,970
$197,760
2022
$7,665 (−46.1%)
$106,040 + $91,720
$197,760
2021
$14,208 (+45.2%)
$37,480 + $121,440
$158,920
2020
$9,783 (+2.8%)
$37,480 + $121,440
$158,920
2019
$9,512 (+6.8%)
$37,480 + $134,480
$171,960
2018
$8,908 (+17.4%)
$37,480 + $129,120
$166,600
2017
$7,589 (+57.9%)
$37,480 + $129,120
$166,600
2016
$4,807 (+89.7%)
$37,480 + $107,160
$144,640
2014
$2,534 (−0.2%)
$36,572 + $109,000
$145,572
2013
$2,539 (+421.1%)
$38,172 + $55,668
$93,840
2012
$487 (−82.0%)
$81,009 + $12,831
$93,840
2011
$2,715 (+512.0%)
$38,240 + $55,600
$93,840
2010
$444 (+15.7%)
$38,240 + $55,600
$93,840
2008
$384
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,664
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,664
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
15 214 01 095
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-60
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide for single-family residential development with a minimum lot size of 9,000 sq ft with such public buildings, schools, places of worship, public recreational facilities and accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with such surroundings. The district is located to protect existing developments of this character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Public service-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
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