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Garden Hills

Garden Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia

Fulton County 30305

Neighborhood Reviews
3.7
$833,345 Average Value
$397 Average Price per Sq Ft
74 Homes For Sale

Buckhead neighborhood with a community pool and multiple parks

Located 8 miles from downtown Atlanta, Garden Hills is a 750-home neighborhood in the sought-after Buckhead Village of Atlanta. Developed by Phillips Campbell McDuffie in 1925, his vision was to create a country club neighborhood with a pool and park in the middle. More than 100 years later, that dream is fruition as the Garden Hills Park and Pool are at the center of a community with multiple social clubs and events in a prime location in the city. “It is a very popular neighborhood because of the Atlanta International School, and people look to live here so their kids can walk to school,” says Sara Ohmer, who lives in Buckhead and is a Realtor with Harry Norman Realtors. “The neighborhood could claim many restaurants because of its location on Peachtree and Pharr Roads.”
Residents gather at the Garden Hills community pool in the warmer months.
Residents gather at the Garden Hills community pool in the warmer months.
Residents in Garden Hills can use the tennis courts at Frankie Allen Park.
Residents in Garden Hills can use the tennis courts at Frankie Allen Park.
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Early 20th Century home styles

Underneath the shade of old-growth trees, streets curve through a rolling terrain. Developed in three phases, home styles change with the phase it was designed. The early homes were a mix of Georgian, Tudor, and Spanish Revival homes, while homes constructed following the third development were ranch-style and built after World War II. Along the main thoroughfares of Peachtree and Piedmont Roads, there is a chance to purchase luxury condos in high-rise buildings. While some attached properties are around $200,000, most single-family homes range from $1 million to $3.1 million. “The market moves quickly in Garden Hills, especially recently,” Ohmer says.
An old tudor style home with meticulous landscaping in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
An old tudor style home with meticulous landscaping in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
Homes often sit on top of hills overlooking the streets in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
Homes often sit on top of hills overlooking the streets in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
A well maintained two story house in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
A well maintained two story house in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
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Summers at the Garden Hills Park Pool

One of the main draws to Garden Hills is its four pocket parks scattered throughout the neighborhood. Garden Hills Park is at the center of the neighborhood, and while it has a green space for activity, it is frequented for its community pool and clubhouse. The clubhouse was constructed in the 1930s, holds many community events and is available for private rental. “It’s like our country club, where neighbors gather over the summer to meet new friends or see old friends. Many neighborhood kids work there,” says Amber Mendoza-Singh, a resident and Realtor with Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International. Alexander and Sunnybrook Parks are forested natural areas for a stroll through the woods. Sunnybrook offers more than 30 species of trees, marked by plaques, while Alexander is a great place to see urban wildlife.
The pool at Garden Hills Park and Community Center in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
The pool at Garden Hills Park and Community Center in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
A view of Garden Hills Park.
A view of Garden Hills Park.
Children play in the field in front of Garden Hills Elementary School in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
Children play in the field in front of Garden Hills Elementary School in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
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Path through Atlanta Public Schools

Garden Hills is part of the Atlanta Public Schools, which scores a B on Niche and has around 50,000 students. The districted schools are the B-rated Garden Hills Elementary, which advances to Sutton Middle, which earns a B-plus before graduating at North Atlanta High School. The high school grades an A-minus and has one of the oldest International Baccalaureate Programs in the southeast. Each of the three designated schools offers an IB program, making it one of the few public school clusters that offers IB for kindergarten through 12th grade.

Buckhead provides several private institutions, and Garden Hills is home to the prestigious Atlanta International School. The sought-after school offers an IB education, and every student learns at least one language other than their own.
The historic Garden Hills Elementary School in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
The historic Garden Hills Elementary School in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
Garden Hills Elementary School is a public school in the Atlanta City School District.
Garden Hills Elementary School is a public school in the Atlanta City School District.
Sutton Middle School welcomes students in grades 6-8.
Sutton Middle School welcomes students in grades 6-8.
North Atlanta High School is a public school in the Atlanta Public Schools system.
North Atlanta High School is a public school in the Atlanta Public Schools system.
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A close-knit community with social groups and events

Garden Hills offers its residents multiple social groups where they can meet neighbors and gather. The Garden Hills Civic Club was established in 1934 and is a non-profit that helps preserve the community and funds a security patrol of off-duty police officers for added safety The oldest club in the neighborhood is the Garden Hills Garden Club, which started as the women’s club in 1927. It plans many events throughout the year, including the popular Ice Cream Social and the Holiday Mailbox decorating fundraiser. Through a lease agreement with the city, the Garden Hills Pool and Parks Club maintains the swimming pool and surrounding green space while sponsoring the Cool Sharks swim and dive teams. The Buckhead Theater is just north and is a music hall with touring concerts available for private events.
Bodacious Bloom is a flower festival in Buckhead Village with rows of vendors & activities.
Bodacious Bloom is a flower festival in Buckhead Village with rows of vendors & activities.
Bodacious Bloom visitors can build complimentary flower crowns.
Bodacious Bloom visitors can build complimentary flower crowns.
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Prime location in Atlanta

Getting around Atlanta is easy because Garden Hills is centrally located between Piedmont and Peachtree Roads. Peachtree Road is the local name for U.S. Route 19, and both streets connect to Interstate 85, one of three cross-country interstates in Atlanta. The community is almost between the Lindbergh and Buckhead MARTA Light Rail Stations, and both stops offer the Red Line, while Lindbergh also has Gold Line Service. There are multiple MARTA bus stops on Peachtree Road. Garden Hills is 2.5 miles north of Piedmont Atlanta, a 643-bed hospital, and about 17 miles from Hartsfield Jackson Airport.
Garden Hills boasts stunning views of Buckhead.
Garden Hills boasts stunning views of Buckhead.
Garden Hills is surrounded by high-rise condos and office buildings.
Garden Hills is surrounded by high-rise condos and office buildings.
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A heap of nearby shopping and dining

Residents can pick up groceries from either Trader Joe’s or Aldi, but there is so much more. Buckhead Village has many upscale shops ranging from fashion to art and eateries. For a night out, there are multiple options, from fine dining at the Atlanta Fish Market, which has a huge fish sculpture out front and a wide selection of fresh seafood, or the Iberian Pig, specializing in Tapas. Casual dining can be found at Fellini’s, an Atlanta-based pizza chain on Peachtree Road.
Shops along Buckhead Ave in Buckhead Village in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
Shops along Buckhead Ave in Buckhead Village in the Garden Hills Neighborhood.
The Atlanta Fish Market is a favorite restaurant amongst locals in Garden Hills.
The Atlanta Fish Market is a favorite restaurant amongst locals in Garden Hills.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

25 min drive

Bus

Peachtree Rd NW & Rumson Rd NE

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Peachtree Rd NE & E Shadowlawn Ave

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Peachtree Rd NW & 2765

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Piedmont Rd NE & E Paces Ferry Rd NE

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Peachtree Rd NW & Peachtree Ave NE

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Peachtree Rd & Bolling Way NE

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Piedmont Rd NE & N Hills Dr NE

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 3 Reviews
4.0 Current Resident
1/26/2018 Niche Review
Great for families. Pet friendly. Houses are older and slightly pricey but it's in the heart of buckhead and it only take 20ish mins to get anywhere inside the city but traffic typically makes it take longer
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Garden Hills US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Garden Hills Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$550,000
Median Sale Price
$680,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,250,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$990,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$465,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
213
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
44%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$397

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,949
Number of Homes for Sale
74
Median Year Built
1964
Months of Supply
4.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,651
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,550
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,404
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
823
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
785
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    1 - 3pm

    250 Pharr Rd NE Unit 1814, Atlanta, GA 30305

    $315,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 792 Sq Ft
    • 250 Pharr Rd NE
    • Unit 1814
    • New 30 days ago

    Enjoy spectacular, unobstructed views of the Atlanta skyline from this 18th-floor, south-facing luxury condominium in Buckhead’s sought-after Eclipse building. This airy move-in ready one-bedroom, one-bath home showcases an open floor plan with soaring 10-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a balcony with breathtaking views of Atlanta off the living room. It features, high-end

    Michael Brown Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Sunday, Jun 15
    2 - 5pm

    2672 Birchwood Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30305

    $1,400,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,522 Sq Ft
    • 2672 Birchwood Dr NE

    Set on one of the most desirable streets in Garden Hills, this designer-renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home combines luxury, style, and practicality. The kitchen is a true showstopper, featuring Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, an oversized island, custom cabinetry, and top-of-the-line paneled appliances. Unlacquered brass fixtures and designer lighting bring warmth and charm to the space, while

    Elizabeth Bairstow Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International

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  • Saturday, Jun 14
    9 - 11am

    50 Rumson Way NE, Atlanta, GA 30305

    $1,200,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,340 Sq Ft
    • 50 Rumson Way NE

    This classic Tudor style home in the heart of Garden Hills offers the perfect blend of historic character and modern updates, just steps from the Community Wellness Center, Peachtree Road Farmers Market, neighborhood schools, churches, and local shops and restaurants. Full of timeless charm, the home features arched doorways, original crystal door knobs, solid wood doors, a butlerCOs pantry,

    Abbie Agents Keller Williams Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Condo Buildings

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
8,001
Median Age
36
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.4%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$85,056
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$120,324

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.5%
College Graduates
79.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

32 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

83 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

38 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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