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Address

239 W Benson Street, Decatur, GA

Listing Type

Pending

Price

$ 925,000

Property Attributes

MLS#7826992
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Pending
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	Pending
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	Pending
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