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$148,292$93 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $160,000 on Mar 12, 2021

1638 ATHERTON DR

DECATUR, GA 30035
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,589 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$148K
$138K low$159K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Mar 12, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,292 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$88,480 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,157
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$74,323
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$88,480
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$221,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyDEKALB
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 96 ft²Porch · 64 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Snapfinger Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Columbia High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Columbia Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30035These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,897
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,655 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,887
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,355
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

1638 Atherton Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 96% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Decatur 30035

What homes are worth in Decatur 30035

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$87K$358K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Decatur 30035.

How it measures up in Decatur 30035

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 30035.

Estimated value$148,292
CheaperTypical $220,663Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$93
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,589 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,706 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 1638 Atherton Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 30035DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,29211% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$939% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,589 ft²40% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac68% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than197244% of homes44% of homes

About 1638 Atherton Dr

How much is 1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA is $148,292 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $137,549 to $159,035. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA last sell?

1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA last sold on Mar 12, 2021 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA?

1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,589 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA built?

1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA?

1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA is assigned to Snapfinger Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Columbia High School (high), rated D-; Columbia Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA compare to other homes in Decatur 30035?

Among the 6,787 homes in Decatur 30035, it is worth more than 11% of them ($148,292 against a typical $220,663), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($93 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,589 ft² against a typical 1,706 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1972 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 4% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1638 Atherton Dr, Decatur, GA was $4,292. The county assessed it at $88,480.

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