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A quiet neighborhood under a canopy of trees
The Latin word for forest, “sylva,” inspired Sylvan Hills’ name since canopy trees line the neighborhood’s streets. Located in southwest Atlanta, Sylvan Hills is a quiet enclave of 20th-century bungalows that maintains convenient access to public transportation and an engaged community. “It’s a great neighborhood that resembles a couple of the higher-priced neighborhoods across town,” says Derrick Duckworth, a Realtor with Call It Closed International who has served Atlanta for 15 years. Sylvan Hills has a volunteer neighborhood association dedicated to building and enhancing the community. With convenient access to bus and rail stations and proximity to the 50-acre Perkerson Park and local restaurants, residents enjoy living in a convenient in-town neighborhood.
Sylvan Hills is a vibrant suburban community in Atlanta that is a short drive to downtown.
Sylvan Hills is a historic Atlanta neighborhood that has a suburban feel with city closeness.
Trees Atlanta walking tour guides residents to granite markers throughout Sylvan Hills.
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20th-century bungalows at lower price points
Houses are situated on small, landscaped lots along organically gridded streets lined with towering trees. The neighborhood was developed as part of the post-World War I building boom, so most properties reflect mid-20th century styles. “About half of the houses are brick, and the price points start a little lower than other neighborhoods,” Duckworth says. Homebuyers can find brick bungalows built in the 1930s priced between $230,000 and $420,000. Prices for wooden bungalows from the 1950s with modern renovations start around $200,000 and rise to $435,000. There is some housing stock for those looking for a new build as well; Sylvan Hills hosts New Traditional bungalows that cost $370,000 and New Traditional Foursquares that cost $540,000.
Sylvan Hills homes have wildflowers adorning historic lots.
Historic homes of Sylvan Hills share the neighborhood with revitalized homes.
Though many homes are older, you can find new traditional builds in the Sylvan Hills area.
Brick faced homes are available in the Sylvan Hills neighborhood.
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Grab a smoothie from Everythang Nola
There is a collection of local restaurants along Sylvan Road Southwest. Residents can start their day with an acai bowl or hot latte from Everythang Nola. There are classic barbecue platters featuring mac and cheese and wings at D and D Barbeque and Ribs. Residents can also stop by Life Bistro for vegan versions of classic soul food. The neighborhood hosts convenience stores to grab everyday essentials, but residents travel out of the neighborhood for supermarkets. Big Bear Supermarket is a compact grocery store located 2 miles north, and Kroger is 3 miles northwest of Sylvan Hills. For retail shopping, the neighborhood is 4 miles south of downtown Atlanta and 5 miles northeast of the Greenbriar Mall.
Life Bistro in Sylvan Hills provides health-conscious eating options that are vegan.
Sylvan Hill's D&D BBQ serves the community with smoky, flavorful southern cuisine.
Açaí bowls at Everything NOLA Cafe in Sylvan Hills, is a popular and delicious menu item.
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Support local growers at East Point Farmers Market
Nearby farmers markets act as communal gathering spaces and offer opportunities to support local vendors and listen to live music. The East Point Farmers Market is a year-round market held on Wednesdays near City Hall, 3 miles south of Sylvan Hills. The nearest library branch is a mile northeast of the neighborhood. The Metropolitan Branch Library offers recurring events like Lego club, writers’ group, chess club and yoga classes.
Locals can shop weekly at the East Point Farmers Market, located at the East Point City Hall.
The East Point Farmers Market offers vendors with fresh produce like Ooohwee Fresh!
The Metropolitan Library in Sylvan Hills is a great place to jump on the internet or read.
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Learning pathways at Carver Early College
Kids may begin at Perkerson Elementary, which has a C-minus grade from Niche. Students advance to C-minus-rated Sylvan Hills Middle. Students can attend C-minus-rated Carver STEAM Academy or the B-minus-rated Early College High School at Carver. Carver STEAM is partnered with Purpose Built Schools Atlanta to develop college readiness programs for students. Carver Early College offers dual enrollment options and career, technical and agricultural learning pathways. For post-secondary learning, Sylvan Hills hosts the Atlanta Metropolitan State College.
Perkerson Elementary School has a student to teacher ratio of 11 to 1.
Sylvan Hills Middle School is a public middle school in Atlanta, GA.
Early College High School at Carver has a student to teacher ratio of 12 to 1.
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Play disc golf or have a picnic at Perkerson Park
Perkerson Park, which sits on the northern edge of Sylvan Hills, is a go-to spot for recreational activities and community gatherings. Kids cool off at the splash pad from May to October or play on the playground year-round. There are outdoor grills and pavilions for family gatherings, plus baseball fields and basketball and tennis courts. Residents can try disc golf on the park’s large, shaded course. While the neighborhood is not on the BeltLine, those looking for nature trails can walk a mile north to access the Southside Trail. Locals can get to know the neighborhood’s trees on the Trees Atlanta self-guided walking tour, which guides residents to granite educational markers throughout the neighborhood.
Practice your disc golf throws at Perskerson Park.
Perkerson Park is a great place to have a picnic and hang out with friends.
Sylvan Hill residents often enjoy outdoor activities at neighborhood parks.
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Convenient access to MARTA train stations
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, or MARTA, operates rail and bus service to Sylvan Hills. Residents can access the Red/Gold MARTA lines at the Oakland City and Lakewood stations along the neighborhood’s western edge. Bus stops are located throughout the neighborhood. Locals often drive personal vehicles to travel around Atlanta as well; State Route 166 marks the neighborhood’s southern boundary and offers route to Interstate 85.
The Oakland City MARTA station is one of two stations in Sylvan Hills.
The MARTA trainline runs along the west border of the Sylvan Hills neighborhood with stations.
Catch the MARTA line to downtown Atlanta or the Airport in Sylvan Hills at the Lakewood Station.
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A residential Atlanta neighborhood
As a primarily residential area, there are fewer amenities and resources located in the neighborhood. Residents must travel out of Sylvan Hills to shop at larger supermarkets and retail stores. The nearest medical center is Grady Memorial Hospital, located 5 miles north.
Residents of Sylvan Hills can get their groceries from nearby Kroger in West View.
Grady Memorial Hospital is just 5 miles north of Sylvan Hills in downtown Atlanta.
Sylvan Hills is located about 5 miles south from Downtown Atlanta.
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Sylvan Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sylvan Hills, Atlanta sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Sylvan Hills, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $240,000, down 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,124
Median Age
39
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,585
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,356
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.4%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.3%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.2%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
18/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
48/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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