Step inside to discover the thoughtful updates that make this Colonial both timeless and turn-key. Freshly refinished hardwood floors and freshly painted walls create a bright, welcoming backdrop, while upgraded lighting fixtures add modern elegance throughout. The double-story foyer sets the tone, with soaring ceilings and transom windows framing the entries to the dining room and front living room—perfect as a formal gathering space or a private home office. At the heart of the home, the living room features an all-brick fireplace with gas logs flanked by custom built-ins, seamlessly connecting to the eat-in kitchen. From here, the living space flows outdoors to the newly rebuilt screened porch and expansive deck, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, weekend barbecues, or evenings spent under the stars. Upstairs, new plush carpet in the bedrooms adds comfort and quiet, while built-in desks and shelving in secondary bedrooms bring both charm and function. The terrace level offers even more versatility with a private exterior entrance, new LVP flooring, and refreshed finishes—an ideal space for a guest suite, rec room, or future apartment. Everyday living is made easier with thoughtful details, from the walk-in pantry and mudroom entry to the main-level laundry room (complete with a hidden laundry chute). Beyond the walls, life in Great Lakes is all about community. At the end of the street, the community-funded Waddell Park offers a beloved green space for gathering, play, and connection. And with Decatur Square just blocks away, you can leave the car at home and enjoy award-winning restaurants, coffee shops, and the vibrant, welcoming vibe that defines Decatur—all right at your doorstep.
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$1,260,000
217 Seneca St, Decatur, GA 30030
5beds
4,019sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1990
0.37 Acres Lot
$1,277,500 Zestimate®
$314/sqft
$6,360 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,277,500
$1.18M - $1.39M
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Listing Provided by:
Heather Cummings,
Ansley Real Estate | Christie's International Real Estate 404-989-5040
Bought with:
Mary Corder Harrell, 416309
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7646156
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master
- Level: Oversized Master
Bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Skylights, Soaking Tub
Dining room
- Features: Seats 12+, Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room, Cabinets White, Laminate Counters, Pantry Walk-In, View to Family Room
Heating
- Central, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Chute, Laundry Room, Lower Level, Main Level
Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl
- Windows: None
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Finished Bath,Interior Entry,Partial,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,019
- Total interior livable area: 4,019 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,019
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Drive Under Main Level, Garage, Garage Faces Rear
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rear Stairs, No Dock
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 18 006 04 135
- Other equipment: None
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Brick 3 Sides, HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
- Energy generation: None
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Alarm, Security System Owned
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park
Location
- Region: Decatur
- Subdivision: Great Lakes
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2025 | Sold | $1,260,000+0.8%$314/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7646156 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$311/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7646156 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+187.4%$311/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7646156 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/1998 | Sold | $435,000$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,805 +4.9% | $375,480 +6.2% |
| 2024 | $22,699 +253803.6% | $353,400 +0.2% |
| 2023 | $9 -0.2% | $352,680 +14.8% |
| 2022 | $9 -7.4% | $307,200 +1% |
| 2021 | $10 -95.7% | $304,240 +5.6% |
| 2020 | $227 +105.2% | $288,240 +4.8% |
| 2019 | $110 -76% | $275,000 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $461 -66.6% | $269,360 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $1,382 +0.1% | $267,640 -0.3% |
| 2016 | $1,381 | $268,400 -18.2% |
| 2014 | $1,381 | $327,960 +33.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $245,720 |
| 2012 | -- | $245,720 |
| 2011 | -- | $245,720 |
| 2010 | $1,233 | $245,720 |
| 2009 | $1,233 +9.2% | $245,720 |
| 2008 | $1,129 -12.6% | $245,720 -0.1% |
| 2007 | $1,292 | $246,000 |
| 2006 | $1,292 +1% | $246,000 |
| 2005 | $1,280 +5.8% | $246,000 |
| 2004 | $1,209 -0.3% | $246,000 |
| 2003 | $1,213 +114.7% | $246,000 |
| 2002 | $565 +110.4% | $246,000 |
| 2001 | $269 | $246,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Great Lakes
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAClairemont Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Beacon Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Decatur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Clairemont
- Middle: Beacon Hill
- High: Decatur
Source: FMLS GA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Georgia
- Dekalb County
- Decatur
- 30030
- Great Lakes
- 217 Seneca St
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