1202 Thomas Road, Decatur, GA 30030

About this home

A Modern Decatur Home with Character This house invites a particular way of living. A warm, contemporary interpretation of the Craftsman tradition, it fits naturally into the character of Decatur. From the street, the architecture feels confident without being overly formal. Deep charcoal siding and crisp black-framed windows are softened by natural cedar shingles, warm wood and textured brick. A standing-seam metal porch roof and timber detailing give the façade a distinctly modern character with just enough storybook charm. Inside, natural light becomes a defining feature. Large windows wrap the principal living spaces, bringing the surrounding greenery into view and giving the home an open, tranquil feeling. Wide-plank light wood floors continue throughout, creating a calm foundation that works equally well with art, vintage pieces or a more restrained contemporary interior. The living room is particularly inviting, with a fireplace, graceful arched surround and generous windows. There is room for a piano, an oversized sofa, a wall of books, a favorite painting—or simply the luxury of leaving the space relatively open and allowing the architecture to speak for itself. A finished basement adds another valuable layer of flexible living space and offers additional opportunity to customize your home. That sense of flexibility is one of the home's greatest strengths. It doesn't dictate a personality; it accommodates one. Clean lines and a neutral palette provide a sophisticated canvas, while a variety of materials and unexpected architectural details give the home warmth and individuality. That flexibility reflects much of what makes Decatur appealing. The community has long attracted people who value individuality, creativity and a strong sense of place. Historic homes and bungalows mingle with contemporary architecture, while independent shops, restaurants and established neighborhoods give the area its distinctive character. For someone drawn to design, art, gardening, entertaining—or simply a home with more character than the typical new build—this house offers an appealing balance: modern but not cold, sophisticated but not stiff, and distinctive without being eccentric. It feels like a home for someone who appreciates clean lines and natural light, but also a fireplace, a garden, a beautiful vintage piece of furniture in an unexpected place, and enough flexibility for the home to evolve along with them. Contemporary Decatur living, with warmth, imagination and just enough whimsy.

How this list price compares in Decatur

• List price is 335% above the Decatur median list price of $299,000 (934 homes).
• Compared with 677 single-family homes in Decatur: 319% above the median of $309,900.
• List price per square foot is 38% above the Decatur median of $188/SF.
• All 934 homes for sale in Decatur, GA.
• 3,375 homes for sale in DeKalb County.

Figures are list prices from current FMLS IDX inventory (Active, Active Under Contract and Pending), not sales prices or appraisals.

Home facts

Property type

Single-family home

Status

Active

Bedrooms

5

Full baths

4

Half baths

1

Living area

5,000 SF

Lot size

0.43 acres

Year built

2026

Levels

Two

Main-level bedrooms

1

Garage spaces

2

Parking

Drive Under Main Level, Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Street

Basement

Daylight, Driveway Access, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry

Style

Craftsman

Construction

Cement Siding, Concrete, Spray Foam Insulation

Roof

Composition

Flooring

Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Heating

Electric, Forced Air, Zoned

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric, Zoned

Fireplaces

2

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater

Lot

Back Yard, Cleared, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot

HOA

No

Annual tax

$2,814 (2025)

County

DeKalb

Assigned schools

• HighDruid Hills
• MiddleDruid Hills
• ElementaryAvondale

As reported in the listing. Verify with the school district.