Why Live in Lake Claire
Lake Claire, a neighborhood in Atlanta, features a variety of home styles including midcentury Craftsman bungalows, American Foursquares, cottages, and newer constructions. The area is known for its low crime risk, with a crime score below the national average. Families in Lake Claire have access to highly rated schools such as Mary Lin Elementary School, David T. Howard Middle School, and Midtown High School, which offers numerous AP courses and a Gifted and Talented Education program. The neighborhood is well-connected, with MARTA subway stations less than a mile away and major highways like Interstates 20 and 85 within 2 miles. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 12 miles away, and Emory University Hospital Midtown is 5 miles to the west.
Lake Claire boasts several parks and recreational areas. The Lake Claire Community Land Trust offers a trail around Peace Pond, a sweat lodge, and various art installations. Lake Claire Park features a playground, tennis and pickleball courts, and open grassy areas. Nearby, Deepdene Park provides a mile-long trail ideal for jogging and dog walking. Candler Park, a mile to the west, includes a public pool and a nine-hole golf course. The neighborhood hosts numerous community events, such as the Holiday Jingle and Mingle Gathering, weekly yoga classes, and the annual Halloween Parade.
Dining options are plentiful, with Fellini’s Pizza and La Fonda Latina a mile west on Ponce De Leon Avenue, and a variety of restaurants in downtown Decatur, 3 miles to the east. Candler Park Market and the Edgewood Retail District, which includes a Kroger, are also nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Claire a good place to live?
Lake Claire is a good place to live. Lake Claire is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Lake Claire has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $199,811 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 84% of residents. A majority of residents in Lake Claire are home owners, with 16.4% of residents renting and 83.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lake Claire can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lake Claire neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lake Claire?
The median home price in Lake Claire is $895,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $179,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,550 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $195K a year to afford the median home price in Lake Claire. The average household income in Lake Claire is $200K.
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Home Trends in Lake Claire, GA
On average, homes in Lake Claire, Atlanta sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Claire, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $917,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$917,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$950,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$580,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$447,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$382,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$413
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
116
Median List Price
$895,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
