DeKalb County property record for 239 Drexel Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
| Property Type | Apartments (5+ Units) |
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| Details | 2,772 sqft · built 1912 |
| Lot Size | 0.155 acres (6,752 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $309,000 (Feb 2005) |
| Tax Bill | $4,011 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2021 Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 15-236-04-225 |
| Primary APN | 15-236-04-225 |
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| Alternative APNs |
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| Units | 8 Units |
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| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 2,772 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 2,772 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1912 |
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| Effective Year Built | Effective 1912 |
| Exterior Material | Brick |
| Construction Type | Brick |
| Lot Area | 6,752 sqft (0.155 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 135 ft deep x 50 ft wide |
| Porch | Open Porch |
| Porch Area | 747 sqft |
| Cooling System | None |
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| Street Address | 239 DREXEL AVE |
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| City | DECATUR |
| State | GA |
| Zip | 30030-2871 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Apartments (5+ Units) |
| Local Zoning Code | R60 |
| Legal Subdivision | LENOX PLACE |
| Legal Block | 3 |
| Legal Lot Number | 138 |
| Jurisdiction | DE KALB GA |
| Township / Civil Division | ATLANTA-DECATUR |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3011 |
| Census Tract | 22501 |
239 Drexel Ave, a residential property, is owned by two individuals who acquired it in October 2021.
Source: DeKalb County records, as of October 15, 2025
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 239 DREXEL AVE, 4, DECATUR, GA 30030-2871 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Feb 7, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Feb 7, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 17092 / 483 |
| Last Transfer Date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Transfer Doc | 0298460462 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | DE KALB GA |
| Recording Date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Property Address | 239 DREXEL AVE, DECATUR, GA 30030-2871 |
| Document Number | 0298460462 |
| Book / Page | 29846 / 462 |
| Instrument Date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021-029090 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Feb 9, 2023 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 239 DREXEL AVE, DECATUR, GA 30030-2871 |
| Document Number | 0298460464 |
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| Date | Oct 27, 2021 |
| Book Page | 0000029846/0000000464 |
| Name | SOUTH STATE BANK |
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| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Jan 1, 2051 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
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| Rate | 3.87% |
| Type Change Date | Nov 1, 2020 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 239 Drexel Ave was $4,011.
Source: DeKalb County assessment roll, as of October 15, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Georgia |
| County | DeKalb County |
| Municipality | Decatur City |
| Unified School District | Decatur City School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,011.00 | $343,600 Land $40,198 Building $303,402 | $859,000 Land $100,496 Building $758,504 |
| 2023 | $3,308.00 (+16.32%) | $343,600 (+14.76%) Land $40,198 Building $303,402 | $859,000 (+14.76%) Land $100,496 Building $758,504 |
| 2022 | $2,844.00 | $299,400 Land $40,198 Building $259,202 | $748,500 Land $100,496 Building $648,004 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 239 Drexel Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 25, 2025 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Community Rating System | Class 7 (15% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 4 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 239 Drexel Ave is low, with a 0.02% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 96% of the US · lower than 98.5% of Georgia |
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| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.02% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | DEKALB COUNTY serves 743,000 people · EPA ID GA0890001 |
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| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Nov 2023 |
| Lead | 6 ppb (2022–2024) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
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| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 374 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber · DSL · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 5,000 / 5,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
May also be available: T-Mobile.
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