From Bangladeshi grocery stores to Mexican taquerias to Korean pop music shops, residents of Doraville can take a world tour every day. So it’s fitting that this city of roughly 10,000 people boasts the motto, “Diversity, Vitality, Community.” Doraville offers plentiful retail, consistent green spaces throughout the town, and proximity to Atlanta by highway or train. Gina Moore, a 20-year real estate agent with Meritage Homes, says, “People are drawn to Doraville for the lifestyle. Residents are also walking distance to lots of restaurants and boutiques.”
Diversity of cultures reflected in signs along Buford Highway.
A great place to gather with friend and family at the White Windmill Bakery & Cafe in Doraville.
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Global markets and franchise favorites on Buford Highway
Moore mentions that “The diverse shopping options here definitely speak to the identity of the town.” At Bangladeshi Grocery Plus, you can pick up some fresh fish or goat meat. At Buford Highway Farmers Market, the aisles are labeled by country — and the whole world is covered. When asked about the retail in Doraville, There are many dining establishments, either name-brand or locally owned. Residents can head to Waffle House, Bojangles or Checker's just off of Buford Highway. For breakfast, there's White Windmill Bakery & Cafe, serving coffee, boba and Korean pastries like red bean doughnuts.
Mamak restaurant.
Buford Highway Farmers Market
Diversity of cultures reflected in signs along Buford Highway.
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Green spaces decorate Doraville on all sides
Doraville is surrounded by green spaces. Residents can play and unwind at Honeysuckle Park, the 20-acre site has five well-lit athletic fields: three for baseball and two for football and soccer. There’s also a half-mile walking trail and a little free library stand. Bernard Halpern Park is a smaller strip with soccer fields, a basketball hoop and children's playground. For rainy days, residents can drive 4 miles south to Regal Hollywood at North I-85 and watch a movie.
Entrance to Honeysuckle Park.
Honeysuckle Park walking path.
Honeysuckle Park football/soccer field.
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Post World War II housing with modern styles available
Moore says, “Home sizes are larger in Doraville as opposed to Atlanta, but you’re seeing more townhouse developments there now.” Most homes in Doraville were built after World War II, during a construction boom spurred by the development of a General Motors assembly plant. Home styles reflect the popular architecture of that era: Homebuyers will find lots of bungalows and ranches beside more recent two-story New Traditional builds. Single-family properties in Doraville range from $200,000 to over $500,000, varying by the lot size and square footage.
Mid-century modern style home.
Ranch style home.
Mid-century modern style home.
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One of the oldest DeKalb schools is nearby
Doraville students are served by DeKalb County Schools, which is graded an A-minus for diversity on Niche. Nearby schools close to Doraville include Oakcliff Elementary, rated a C on Niche, Chamblee Middle, rated a B-plus, and Chamblee Charter High School, boasting an A-rating on Niche. Chamblee High is one of DeKalb's oldest schools, serving students since 1917, they also moved into a new building back in 2014.
Tapestry Public Charter School sign.
Tapestry Public Charter School.
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Connected to major highways with a MARTA train station
There are plenty of familiar national chains such as The Home Depot and Dollar General near Doraville. U.S. Route 23 and Interstate 285 intersect in the town and can take residents all around the Atlanta Metro area in under 20 miles. For public transport, Doraville hosts the last stop on MARTA's Gold line, and can drop residents off in downtown Atlanta when the traffic gets dense. With diverse grocery and dining options, ample transportation and proximity to parks, Doraville is an accessible, modern suburb within the greater Atlanta area.
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