Why Live in Princeton Lakes
The Princeton Lakes neighborhood in southwest Atlanta is a mix of residential and commercial areas, giving locals convenient access to health clinics, retail needs and recreation options. “It’s a very welcoming neighborhood,” says Reginald Rushin, the chair of the Neighborhood Planning Unit that represents Princeton Lakes. Rushin says the area is also surrounded by walking trails and the city is looking at ways to expand the trails and connect them to other parts of Atlanta. The Princeton Lakes subdivision contains five sections, some of which are gated. The Estates and The Enclave have larger homes, between 2,500 and 4,800 square feet, and are located to the north of the neighborhood. The Regency, The Park and The Glen have smaller homes, including townhomes, and are located in the southern part of the neighborhood. Most of the traditional-style homes have garages and were built in the mid-2000s. The townhomes, some of which were built in 2016, sell for between $250,000 and $350,000. Single-family homes under 2,000 square feet sell for between $290,000 and $330,000. The larger homes can sell for between $400,000 and $575,000. The neighborhood also has apartment complexes east of
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Princeton Lakes a good place to live?
Princeton Lakes is a good place to live. Princeton Lakes is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Princeton Lakes has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 36. The average household income is $105,591 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 43.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Princeton Lakes are renters, with 55.2% of residents renting and 44.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Princeton Lakes can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Princeton Lakes neighborhood guide.
Is Princeton Lakes, GA a safe neighborhood?
Princeton Lakes, GA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Princeton Lakes?
The median home price in Princeton Lakes is $338,400. If you put a 20% down payment of $67,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,750 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Princeton Lakes. The average household income in Princeton Lakes is $106K.
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Home Trends in Princeton Lakes, GA
On average, homes in Princeton Lakes, Atlanta sell after 96 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Princeton Lakes, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $338,900.
Median Sale Price
$338,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$338,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$285,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$289,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$228
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
51
Median List Price
$338,400
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%