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Greenways, good food and R.E.M. history near the University of Georgia
The railroad trestle bridge that graces the back cover of Murmur, the debut album from R.E.M., is in Chicopee-Dudley. Or it was. Today the iconic trestle has been replaced by a shinier, happier version – a steel-and-wood replica that is a key link on the growing Firefly Trail near the University of Georgia (UGA). Busy with pedestrians and cyclists, the revamped trestle is an apt symbol for the neighborhood, where new Craftsman homes and remodeled bungalows are bringing some oomph to the scene. Good restaurants and greenways are also draws. “It’s young professionals and young families then a sprinkling of college students as well,” says Christine Stratton, Trails and Open Space Coordinator for Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services. “It’s really growing, and people are buying old houses and revamping them.”
Chicopee-Dudley is home to the Firefly Trail for locals to utilize.
Dudley Park sits directly next to the Murmur Railroad Trestle in Chicopee-Dudley.
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New homes and transformative renovations
Midcentury bungalows and cottages occupy small lots framed by mature trees and lush landscaping across much of the neighborhood, where porches and patios keep the vibe inviting. But change is afoot. Contemporary bungalows and modern Craftsman homes, all built within the last five years, are popping up near Walker Park and Dudley Park, and many of the neighborhood’s older bungalows have been completely renovated and modernized. Prices across the neighborhood range from $115,000 to $689,000. Students and university employees use the greenways to commute between Chicopee-Dudley and the UGA campus.
new and modern style homes can also be found in Chicopee-Dudley.
Chicopee-Dudley has several unique home styles found throughout the area.
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Crowds line up for hearty breakfasts at Mama’s Boy
Mama’s Boy restaurant serves innovative Southern breakfasts beside Dudley Park and its trails. “Mama’s Boy is very popular. There are lines around the block,” says Stratton. “Their biscuits are great.” Digging into dishes like the Truck Stop Benedict – a biscuit slathered in sausage gravy and topped with poached eggs and fried chicken – is probably not what the doctor ordered. But 100% of tastebuds will applaud the choice. And there are trails aplenty for a walk after breakfast in the adjacent park. Weaver D’s Fine Foods, just around the bend, is famous for its fried chicken and collard greens. Weaver D’s shot to fame after R.E.M. named its eighth album after the restaurant’s slogan: Automatic for the People. As the motto implies, the soul food here arrives quickly and efficiently i.e. ready for the people. Piggly Wiggly sells groceries two miles north of the neighborhood.
There is typically a wait for the breakfast spot Mama's Boy in Chicopee-Dudley.
Fresh fried chicken and homemade tea keeps the lines long at Weaver D's in Chicopee-Dudley.
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Some say lightning bugs, we say fireflies
During the Flight of the Fireflies Lantern Parade, locals in illuminated costumes and bright wings follow the Firefly Trail through Dudley Park. Musicians and a drum circle provide the background score for this ethereal scene in mid-April, and illuminated installations add even more visual dazzle. In warmer months Dudley Park hosts “Movies by Moonlight.” Held under the stars, these outdoor screenings are free and family friendly.
Several parks and amphitheaters can be found off the Firefly trail in Chicopee-Dudley.
The Firefly Trails cuts directly through UGA's campus in Chicopee-Dudley.
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The Clarke County School District earns a B grade from Niche
Public school students in Chicopee-Dudley enroll in the Clarke County School District. Elementary school children attend Gaines Elementary, which earns a grade of C from Niche while Hilsman Middle earns a C-plus. Sports teams at Hilsman include basketball, cheerleading, cross-country, football and soccer. Niche grades Cedar Shoals High School a B. Art Club, Chess Club and the Robotics Team are a few of the clubs offered at the high school.
Gaines Elementary School is one of the newest school buildings in the area.
Hilsman Middle School is one of the top rated schools in the area.
Cedar Shoals High School is home to over 1500 students from the surrounding community.
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Multi-use trails link Dudley Park with downtown Athens and the UGA campus
Several greenways and trails roll through parks in Chicopee-Dudley, which is known for its green spaces. Mountain biking trails shoot across Walker Park, a 113-acre recreational hub beside Trail Creek Street. The park also hosts events for the Northeast Georgia Youth Football Conference. The North Oconee River Greenway System and the Firefly Trail link up in Dudley Park. The greenway continues north beyond the park along the North Oconee River, and connector trails link the greenway to UGA and other parts of Athens. The Firefly Trail follows the old Athens Branch of the Georgia Railroad. The Firefly Trail will eventually stretch 39 miles and connect Athens with Union Point in northeastern Georgia.
Enjoy a walk on the many paved trails throughout Chicopee-Dudley.
Locals stay in shape by jogging on the North Oconee River Greenway in Chicopee-Dudley.
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An easy commute to UGA
The west side of Chicopee-Dudley is within one mile of the University of Georgia, downtown Athens, the Firefly Trail and the North Oconee River Greenway. Athens-Clarke County buses runs along Vine Street and East Broad Street in the neighborhood. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlantic International Airport is 80 miles southwest.
Chicopee-Dudley sits directly next to the UGA school campus.
Sanford Stadium is a short walk away from Chicopee-Dudley.
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Chicopee-Dudley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Chicopee-Dudley, Athens sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Chicopee-Dudley, Athens over the last 12 months is $315,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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