
1225 Carter Rd, Decatur, GA 30030
What This House Offers
You're going to fall in love with this fully-furnished luxury home for your next medium-to-long term film,corporate or personal project in Decatur.... Completely-renovated by the masters at Light Box Homes,this cute-n-cuddly bungalow packs loads of features into an entertainer's dream. The home is situated on an expansive,private interior lot with a fire pit area and huge wood deck. Vaulted ceilings greet you as you step into the open-concept living room. The stylish kitchen has all the impliments and tableware you'd expect in your own home plus a generous island with quartz countertops,pantry & stainless steel appliances. We mean to make cooking and entertaining a pleasure in this home,and of course the deck makes outdoor parties easy and fun. No expense was spared in the home renovation,which includes refinished hardwood floors throughout,new siding,windows,roof,state-of-the-art systems & mechanicals. The third bedroom is right by the front door,perfect for a home office or guest suite,and the master suite offers tons of walk-in-closet space & a sumptuous en suite with soaking tub,dual vanities,separate walk-in shower and private throne room. A four-car slate parking pad rounds out this excellent furnished property. Bike to Oakhurst Village,downtown Avondale or Decatur Square and enjoy exploring spots like Twains,Marley House,Brick Store Pub,The Iberian Pig,Café Lily and Revival. The Avondale MARTA station and world-famous Dekalb Farmer's Market are both just five minutes away by bike,and this house is within the Focus Area One of the award-winning charter school,The Museum School,plus an easy to commute to the CDC,Emory Dekalb,Assembly Studios and Electric Owl Studios. Walk to Columbia Seminary & Agnes Scott college,too! Since it's creation this house has been a home for famous movie producers and actors,entrepaneurs working on their next project,plus families in need of temporary housing during a home renovation project. Whatever your need for a turn-key temporary housing solution,The Big Backyard Bungalow has you covered. MLS ID 7752647
Unit
- $4,500 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- Available May 1
Home Features
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
1225 Carter Rd is a single-family home for rent in Decatur, GA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$1,500
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Home Details
Views
- Creek or Stream Views
Home Design
- Built in 1948
- Shingle Roof
- Bungalow
- Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation
- Single Family Detached Home
- Composition Roof
- HardiePlank Type
Interior Spaces
- Open-Concept Dining Room
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Furnished
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Rear Stairs
- Insulated Windows
Kitchen
- Stone Countertops
- Kitchen Island
- Gas Cooktop
- Gas Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Soaking Tub
- Double Vanity
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall
- Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry in Hall
- Washer
Basement
- Crawl Space
Home Security
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- Driveway
- Parking Pad
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Outdoor Gas Grill
Lot Details
- 21780 Sq Ft Lot
- No Common Walls
- Privacy Fence
- Level Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Chain Link Fence
- Lot Dimensions are 295x96
- Cleared Lot
Location
- Property is near public transit, schools, and shops
Schools
- Avondale Elementary School
- Druid Hills Middle School
- Druid Hills High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Available
- Sewer Available
- Water Available
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,000
- Property Available on 2026-05-01
- Month-to-Month Lease Term
- Tax Lot 216
- Assessor Parcel Number 15 216 12 029
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Forrest Hills Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
- Pet Deposit $250
Security
- Card or Code Access
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Decatur, GA 30030

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Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Talley Street Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Dekalb School Of The Arts
Grades 9-12
Public
Academe of the Oaks
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Agnes Scott College
Drive: 5 min (2 mi)
Emory University, Clairmont
Drive: 8 min (3.9 mi)
Emory University
Drive: 11 min (4.5 mi)
Georgia Perim., Clarkston
Drive: 10 min (4.6 mi)
Discover Belvedere Park, Decatur, GA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1225 Carter Rd proximity to Columbia Shoppes, Avondale Square, and Columbia Village. Columbia Shoppes is 0.4 miles away, and Avondale Square is within an 11 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 1225 Carter Rd has limited public transit, including 6 transit stops within 9.6 miles. Transit options include Avondale and Decatur.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1225 Carter Rd are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including Wylde Center and Oakhurst Community Garden, Bradley Observatory, and Glenn Creek Nature Preserve.
Airports
Living in Belvedere Park provides easy access to Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International, located just 28 minutes from 1225 Carter Rd.
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