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Lakes District

Lakes District

Neighborhood in Brookhaven, Georgia

DeKalb County 30319, 30341

$959,845 Average Value
$306 Average Price per Sq Ft
70 Homes For Sale

The Lakes District is a large suburb with desirable homes and amenity-rich green spaces

The Lakes District is a sprawling suburb of Brookhaven with million-dollar homes, walkable streets and amenity-rich green spaces. “It’s a really family-focused part of 30319,” says local Realtor Collette McDonald of eXp Realty. She resides in the Lakes District and has sold homes across the region for over two decades. “You have so many parks, a YMCA, soccer fields and baseball fields. It’s a little Norman Rockwell type of community.” Plus, the lots in the Lakes District are generally larger than other communities in Brookhaven. “It’s considered the least dense population-wise of all the areas in Brookhaven and consistently has the largest lot sizes.”

A mix of homes ranging from condos to mansions

There are over 4,500 homes in the Lakes District, varying widely in style. “A builder developed most of the homes constructed before the 1980s,” McDonald says. “He had four styles: traditional, split-level, ranch-style and Cape Cod. Most homes are derived from the four of those.” She added that development continued well after the ‘80s. “We do have a smattering of subdivisions built in the ‘80s, ‘90s, and even 2000s with styles indicative of the ages they were built,” she says. According to McDonald, many houses have been taken down and replaced with mansions over the years. The community also features several condominiums, which list from $180,000 to $350,000, and townhomes, selling from $400,000 to $600,000. Single-family homes list anywhere from $600,000 to $5 million, and homes specifically around Silver Lake sell from $1 to $5 million.

Blackburn Park and Murphy Candler Park are hubs of community recreation

The community’s parks and green spaces are its beating heart. On a warm day, it’s common to see people having a picnic or relaxing in lawn chairs at Blackburn Park. The sizable park features ample green space, a walking path, 18 tennis courts and a community garden. It’s also home to the Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival, a popular two-day music festival. The festival’s 2025 lineup includes headliners Boyz II Men and O.A.R. Locals enjoy the water at Murphy Candler Park, a 135-acre park with a central lake surrounded by trails. Across from the lake are several baseball and softball fields that get busy on the weekends throughout the spring, according to McDonald. Locals also enjoy recreational athletics at Lynwood Park, home to tennis courts, basketball courts and the Lynwood Recreation Center.

Chamblee Charter High School earns high remarks on Niche

The DeKalb County School District scores an overall B-minus on Niche and serves over 91,000 students. Montgomery Elementary School has a B-plus on Niche, and Chamblee Middle School receives an A-minus. Chamblee Charter High School features several career pathway programs, including financial literacy and computer science. Niche gives the high school an overall A and ranks it the best in DeKalb County. The community is also home to Marist School, a faith-based private school with an A-plus on Niche.

Taking the Gold Line into downtown Atlanta

MARTA buses shuttle across the community, and the Chamblee train station offers access to the Gold Line just east of the community. “The beautiful thing about this area is that you have several MARTA stops that intersect the city,” McDonald says. “And while Interstate 285 is nearby, you don’t have to get on it. You can connect to 400 without getting on 285.” Locals can hop on State Route 400, also known as T. Harvey Mathis Parkway, to head into downtown Atlanta, about 15 miles south. According to McDonald, the Lakes District also offers direct access to what locals call Pill Hill, a medical plaza with the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and the Northside Hospital Atlanta.

Shopping options surround the community

Residents in the Lakes District have access to several nearby stores and restaurants. “You’re within 3 miles of anything you would need,” McDonald says. “A mall is within 3 miles, and you have Whole Foods and Publix.” A large shopping district sits north of Interstate 285, including popular spots like Perimeter Mall, Target, Barnes and Noble and Publix. Peachtree Boulevard has several additional stores, service businesses and restaurants. Avellino’s is a nearby Italian restaurant with wood-fired pizzas and classic pasta dishes, and Old Brick Pit BBQ has brisket sandwiches, rib plates and racks of ribs.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Steve Boyce

    Steve Boyce

    Responds Quickly

    Boyce Real Estate Group, LLC.

    (678) 866-0665

    73 Total Sales

    1 in Lakes District

    $485,000 Price

    Steve Boyce
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  • Jeff Power

    Jeff Power

    Responds Quickly

    Atlanta Communities

    (678) 928-4720

    64 Total Sales

    1 in Lakes District

    $825,000 Price

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  • Joel Roberts

    Joel Roberts

    Keller Williams Rlty, First Atlanta

    (470) 447-0278

    181 Total Sales

    3 in Lakes District

    $490K - $1.1M Price Range

    Joel Roberts
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  • Bonneau Ansley

    Bonneau Ansley

    Responds Quickly

    Ansley RE | Christie's Int'l RE

    (888) 864-5115

    459 Total Sales

    7 in Lakes District

    $630K - $1.6M Price Range

    Bonneau Ansley
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  • Debra Johnston

    Debra Johnston

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (470) 264-5790

    64 Total Sales

    1 in Lakes District

    $1,335,000 Price

    Debra Johnston
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  • Shannon Ferreira

    Shannon Ferreira

    Atlanta Communities

    (888) 619-6835

    43 Total Sales

    1 in Lakes District

    $1,252,000 Price

    Shannon Ferreira
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

36 min drive

Bus

Johnson Ferry Rd & Mill Creek Rd

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Johnson Ferry Rd NE & Johnson Ferry Pkwy

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Johnson Ferry Rd NE & Waddeston Way

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Johnson Ferry Rd NE & Old Johnson Ferry Rd NE

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Johnson Ferry Rd NE & Hampton Hall Way NE

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Peachtree Rd NE & Redding Rd NE

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Johnson Ferry Rd & Old Johnson Ferry Rd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lakes District US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Lakes District Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Lakes District, Brookhaven sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lakes District, Brookhaven over the last 12 months is $750,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$795,000
Median Sale Price
$750,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$970,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$575,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$236,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
373
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$306

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,585
Number of Homes for Sale
70
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,023
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,056
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,270
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
738
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,424

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jun 21
    11am - 2pm

    1379 Cambridge Ct NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

    $1,395,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,039 Sq Ft
    • 1379 Cambridge Ct NE
    • New 2 days ago

    Your dream home search is over! Welcome home! This home has undergone an extensive, thorough, and thoughtful renovation that is sure to impress the most discerning buyer! The extensive renovation included taking the home all the way to the studs, opening up the floorplan, the installation of structural support beams, spray foam insulation in the attic and walls, and so much more! This level of

    Steven Parker Keller Williams Rlty, First Atlanta

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  • Saturday, Jun 21
    12 - 2pm

    4140 Candler Lake West NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

    $865,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,721 Sq Ft
    • 4140 Candler Lake West NE
    • New 6 days ago

    Homes like this don’t come available often! Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac with unobstructed views into Murphy Candler Park, this beautifully maintained residence offers the perfect blend of charm, space, and modern convenience. Step inside to find freshly painted interiors and gleaming hardwood floorsthroughout. The large dining room, complete with a cozy window seat, is ideal for gatherings. The

    Ashley Cohen Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International

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  • Sunday, Jun 22
    2 - 4pm

    1648 Danbury Parc Place NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

    $924,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 4,350 Sq Ft
    • 1648 Danbury Parc Place NE
    • New 7 days ago

    Welcome to effortless living at Danbury Parc—a five-bedroom, four-bath, lock-and-leave retreat offering roughly 2,950 sq ft finished (˜4,350 sq ft total with daylight basement) and protected green-space views from nearly every window. A fully fenced backyard and deck create true indoor/outdoor flow, while the HOA handles your lawn, exterior pest service, and the salt-water residents-only

    Collette McDonald EXP Realty, LLC.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
16,165
Median Age
41
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$144,375
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$176,285

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.1%
College Graduates
78.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
35.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

50 / 100
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