Why Live in Chalet Woods
Chalet Woods, a small neighborhood in Atlanta, features just seven streets, many ending in cul-de-sacs, creating a close-knit community feel. The area is known for its 1960s brick ranch and split-level homes, often set on spacious lawns of nearly half an acre. Recently, modern farmhouse-style homes have also been introduced. The Lionel Hampton Trail, located just east, connects residents to the 54-acre Hampton-Beecher Nature Preserve, which offers a 4-mile trail system through rich forests and Civil War trenches. Isabel Gates Webster Park, situated to the north, provides outdoor fitness stations, a soccer field, a tennis court, and a playground. The 125-acre Cascade Springs Nature Preserve, less than 3 miles away, offers additional trails and scenic views. Dining options nearby include A1 Soulfood and Cafe Buffalo Wing on Martin Luther King Junior Drive Southwest, with The Beautiful Restaurant less than 3 miles south, known for its Southern classics since 1979. Chalet Woods is pedestrian-friendly, with MARTA bus stops on major roads and easy access to Interstates 20 and 285. Grady Memorial Hospital is less than 8 miles away, and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is about 13 miles south. Students attend Atlanta Public Schools, with Peyton Forest Elementary, Young Middle School, and Mays High School serving the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chalet Woods a good place to live?
Chalet Woods is a good place to live. Chalet Woods is considered car-dependent with good transit options. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $114,350 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 64.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Chalet Woods are home owners, with 20% of residents renting and 80% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Chalet Woods can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Chalet Woods neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Chalet Woods?
The median home price in Chalet Woods is $574,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $115,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,830 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $121K a year to afford the median home price in Chalet Woods. The average household income in Chalet Woods is $114K.
What are the best public schools in Chalet Woods?
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Home Trends in Chalet Woods, GA
On average, homes in Chalet Woods, Atlanta sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Chalet Woods, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $548,000, up 80% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$548,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$548,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$194
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$574,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
80%
