A rare opportunity to build your dream home just minutes from Downtown Decatur in your own private sanctuary. Nestled on over 2 acres overlooking a creek and undeveloped forest in the heart of Midway Woods on a quiet cul-de-sac. Home values over $1M. A tributary setback variance has already been granted and a building permit approved but expired. Sewer capacity approved, sewer tap and permit paid for. Water meter installed. Temp power pole installed. Homesite is outside of floodplain. Use the previous plans for a modern farmhouse with a 40x40 footprint with a 3 car garage with an in-law suite above or use your own plans and build anywhere inside of the buildable area. Lot cannot be feasibly subdivided. Seller will transfer permit. Owner retired from building homes but you could be building in weeks. There is no other comparable land at this price ITP.
Property Details
Property Features
Listing Office:
Office Name: Keller Knapp
Listing Agent: Jonathan Rich
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
Waterfront: Stream
View: Trees/Woods
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Corner Lot, Flood Plain, Private, Sloped
Lot Size: 2.73 Acres
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Druid Hills High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Druid Hills Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
Avondale Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: From Downtown Decatur, take S Candler St south. After the light at Kirk Rd, take your next left onto Midway Rd. Property begins at the corner of the fourth street on the right, Thomas Rd.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $129,900
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $2,474
Tax Year: 2020
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This property is $199.4K less than the Median Sold Price in Decatur, GA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: First Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: #7312982
Listing Office:
Office Name: Keller Knapp
Listing Agent: Jonathan Rich
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Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
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/10
Avondale Elementary School
10 Lakeshore Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.44 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Middle School
5
/10
Druid Hills Middle School
3100 Mount Olive Dr
Distance between this listing and this school4.37 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
6
/10
Druid Hills High School
1798 Haygood Dr NE
Distance between this listing and this school3.45 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
4
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Avondale Elementary School
10 Lakeshore Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.44 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Winnona Park Elementary School
510 Avery St
Distance between this listing and this school0.97 miles
Public District Grades KG-3
6
/10
Museum School Avondale Estates
3191 Covington Hwy
Distance between this listing and this school1.58 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-6
Assigned Schools
5
/10
Druid Hills Middle School
3100 Mount Olive Dr
Distance between this listing and this school4.37 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
5
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Renfroe Middle School
220 W College Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.53 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
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Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers
2084 Green Forrest Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.13 miles
Public Magnet Grades 4-6
Assigned Schools
6
/10
Druid Hills High School
1798 Haygood Dr NE
Distance between this listing and this school3.45 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Dekalb School of The Arts
1192 Clarendon Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.58 miles
Public District Grades 8-12
8
/10
Decatur High School
310 N Mcdonough St
Distance between this listing and this school1.60 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $62,013. Typical income of Decatur, GA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1301 Thomas Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1301 Thomas Rd property is $129,900.
What type of property is this?
The property 1301 Thomas Rd is land located in Decatur, Georgia, 30030.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1301 Thomas Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 1301 Thomas Rd are: Avondale Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Druid Hills Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10Druid Hills High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,474 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
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This home is located at 1301 Thomas Rd in Decatur, GA and zip code 30030. This home sits on a 2.73 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 12, 2023 and is currently priced at $129,900.
In April 2024 more than 81 listings in Decatur, GA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 68 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 113 were sold below. In April 2024 in Decatur, GA there were 16% more homes for sale than in March 2024. The median list price of listings available in April 2024 was $329,318, while the average time on the real estate market was 30 days.
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Listings identified with the FMLS IDX logo come from FMLS and are held by brokerage firms other than the owner of this website. The listing brokerage is identified in any listing details. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. 
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