Why Live in Fairburn Mays
Fairburn Mays is a suburban residential West Atlanta neighborhood surrounded by local restaurants and parks, but its main appeal is its location. Sitting near the interchange of interstates 285 and 20, the area gives residents a chance to explore what Atlanta has to offer. “You’re 30 minutes or less from things like Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Downtown and Midtown,” says Logan Holcomb, an agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices | Georgia Properties. “There are also a lot of people moving here for the film industry, and here, you’re close to Tyler Perry Studios.” More than 75% of residents rent their living spaces, and apartments make up nearly 70% of the area’s property mix. Within the rest of the mix, traditional multilevel homes are often priced around $260,000 and $280,000. Townhomes with brick exteriors can be found off Fairburn Road Southwest. These homes usually cost between $120,000 and $160,000. Investment properties can go from $75,000 to $160,000. “Look at where the home prices fall compared to the rest of Atlanta,” says Holcomb. “They are much lower.” Students are served by Atlanta Public Schools. They can attend L.P. Miles Elementary School, which has
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairburn Mays a good place to live?
Fairburn Mays is a good place to live. Fairburn Mays is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Fairburn Mays has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 34. The average household income is $47,517 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Fairburn Mays are renters, with 77.4% of residents renting and 22.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fairburn Mays can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fairburn Mays neighborhood guide.
Is Fairburn Mays, GA a safe neighborhood?
Fairburn Mays, GA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fairburn Mays?
The median home price in Fairburn Mays is $465,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $93,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,420 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $104K a year to afford the median home price in Fairburn Mays. The average household income in Fairburn Mays is $48K.
What are the best public schools in Fairburn Mays?
The best public schools that serve Fairburn Mays are:
What are the best private schools in Fairburn Mays?
The best private schools that serve Fairburn Mays are:
- Imhotop Academy has a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
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Home Trends in Fairburn Mays, GA
On average, homes in Fairburn Mays, Atlanta sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairburn Mays, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $447,990.
Median Sale Price
$447,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$447,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$219
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
54
Median List Price
$465,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%