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Why people move to Parker
Parker blends a prime location with a mix of old and new homes, all at prices considered affordable for the Atlanta area. The neighborhood sits right along I-20 and has plenty of MARTA bus stops. Although heavy traffic is often an issue, locals don’t have to go far to find big-box grocery stores, locally owned restaurants and vibrant parks. This dynamic setting attracts both first-time homebuyers and renters, especially those seeking convenient access to Downtown Atlanta and Downtown Decatur.
The Parker neighborhood has a good mix of single-family homes and townhouses.
Downtown Decatur is just a quick drive away.
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House styles and prices in Parker
Housing includes mid-20th-century ranch styles, along with townhouses and New Traditional homes built between the early 2000s and the 2020s. “There’s really something for everyone here,” says Brittany West, a Realtor with Keller Knapp Realty who has sold several homes in the area. “You can get a really cheap property to completely renovate or a brand-new home that already has all the modern updates.” The median sale price in Parker is around $325,000, which is lower than the median prices in neighboring communities like East Lake and Candler-McAfee. It’s also lower than Atlanta’s median of about $425,000. Older homes and townhouses typically start in the mid-$100,000s and can reach the mid-$400,000s, while newer builds generally fall between the upper $400,000s and $500,000s.
Ranch-style houses are common throughout the neighborhood.
Houses in Parker range from mid-20th-century to new builds.
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The commute from Parker to Downtown Atlanta
Parker is a car-dependent community with easy access to I-20, which connects to Downtown Atlanta, about 8 miles west. While the highway offers a direct route, it often experiences heavy traffic. “If you need to get somewhere during rush hour, plan to leave an hour earlier than you think you should,” West says. MARTA also operates bus routes in the neighborhood that take passengers straight to downtown.
The Atlanta International Airport is the busiest passenger airport in the world.
The MARTA bus service provides the area with public transportation.
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Shopping and dining around Parker
A Walmart is in the neighborhood, and a Publix is about a mile north. Several restaurants are located in the area, including R.C.’s Kitchen, a casual spot that serves southern-style food, like fried pork chops, cornbread muffins and peach cobbler. Across the street, Bigelow’s is a nightclub known for its chicken wings, karaoke nights and DJ performances. More boutiques, restaurants and bars are in Downtown Decatur, about 4 miles north.
There's a Target and many other retailers at the nearby Edgewood Retail district just a few miles away from the Parker neighborhood.
Get a delicious drink and more at the Silk At Candler, a restaurant and lounge near by the Parker neighborhood.
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Why Parker attracts renters
About half of the residents in Parker are renters, and the neighborhood is home to several large apartment complexes. “A lot of people will rent here because of its location right between Atlanta and Decatur,” West says. “Obviously, driving to Downtown Decatur is quicker than getting to Downtown Atlanta, but it’s still an ideal neighborhood for roommates or couples who work in different cities.”
Where kids go to school in Parker
DeKalb County School District serves Parker. Kids can attend Ronald E. McNair Discovery Learning Academy, Ronald E. McNair Middle School and Ronald E. McNair High School. The district offers a school choice program, which allows students to enter a lottery and attend schools outside their designated zone.
Dekalb County School District serves Parker.
Students can go to McNair High School.
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Parks and recreation near Parker
Residents are within walking distance of several recreational spaces, including:
Longdale Park, which has basketball courts and playgrounds
N.H. Scott Park, home to a recreation center with a gymnasium that’s a popular spot for youth basketball games
Barker Bryant Memorial Park, where people can walk around a small pond and fish on the wooden dock
East Lake Golf Club, a private, 18-hole facility recognized as Atlanta’s oldest course
N. H. Scott Park has an Atlanta Hawks themed basketball court.
The Barker Bryant Memorial Park is a popular fishing spot.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Parker
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Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
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Parker Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Parker, Atlanta sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Parker, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $319,750, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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