Durham
Rural Neighborhood in LaFayette, Georgia
Walker County 30738
Scattered ranch-style homes along with larger farmhouse estates
Branching off Highway 157 into the untouched Georgia forest, the scattered properties offer plenty of privacy. Styles and size vary, and there's no unified development or aesthetic. Homes rarely come on the market, with ranch-style and well-maintained manufactured homes going from the mid-$100,000s to the mid-$200,000s. Larger estates, sometimes resembling cabins or farmhouses, can sell from the $600,000s to the $900,000s.Trails and natural areas thanks to the Lula Lake Land Trust
Durham and its parks are a natural escape from Chattanooga. Residents and visitorsto the area enjoy plenty of hiking, biking and camping. The Lula Lake Land Trust has helped preserve 12,000 acres of land around Rock Creek. Its trails connect to Cloudland Canyon State Park, which has waterfalls, canyons and views of Lookout Mountain. The park also has cavern tours, disc golf and fishing in the pond.School choice at Walker County Schools
Students in Durham can attend Walker County Schools. Though the district offers a school choice program, most students start at Fairyland Elementary, which receives an A-minus grade from Niche. Chattanooga Valley Middle and Ridgeland High each receive a B. Ridgeland High has traditional clubs and extracurriculars such as band, drama and chorus, plus a robotics team.Events at the Mount Pleasant Community Center
The Mount Pleasant Community Center is a hub for the rural community. The center offers events like potlucks and music performances. Otherwise, residents often head to nearby hubs like Trenton, Lookout Mountain or even Chattanooga for cultural events.Route 157 leads to Chattanooga
Despite the rural environs, downtown Chattanooga is roughly 15 miles away. Route 157 runs through the center of Durham, heading north through Lookout Mountain and into Tennessee. The community's isolated location means most residents own cars, but Walker Transit operates a on-demand system throughout Walker County.Few businesses in Durham, but more in Chattanooga Valley and Fort Oglethorpe
Durham doesn't have very many businesses. Cornerstone Market sits alongside a gas station off Route 157, while Scenic Outdoors and Feed offers firearms and farm supplies. Restaurants can be found just outside Durham, including Trading Post Smokehouse to the south or the Dinner Bell in Chattanooga Valley to the northeast. “A lot of people have to drive to Chattanooga to actually shop,” Talbot says. “And I know a lot of people that go to Fort Oglethorpe to shop.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Layla Garrett
Layla Garrett
Responds QuicklyRealty One Group Edge
(762) 254-2571
59 Total Sales
2 in Durham
$55,500 Price Range
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Paul Carter
Paul Carter
Responds QuicklyReal Estate Partners Chattanooga, LLC
(762) 240-2316
53 Total Sales
1 in Durham
$235,000 Price
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Freddy Caheely
Freddy Caheely
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Real Estate Center
(706) 944-8935
162 Total Sales
1 in Durham
$177,900 Price
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Robert Backer
Robert Backer
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Pryor Realty- Chattanooga
(423) 497-0998
162 Total Sales
1 in Durham
$159,900 Price
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Joan Lawson-Pierce
Joan Lawson-Pierce
Prestige Homes of the Tri Cities, Inc.
(423) 205-7954
75 Total Sales
7 in Durham
$8K - $9K Price Range
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Melissa Whitsett
Melissa Whitsett
The Trusted Team KW
(706) 944-8398
163 Total Sales
7 in Durham
$8K - $9K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Cloudland Canyon State Park
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
- Fishing
Cloudland Canyon State Park
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
- Fishing
Jenkins Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Dade County Sports Complex
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Soccer
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Durham | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Durham Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Durham, LaFayette sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Durham, LaFayette over the last 12 months is $235,000, down 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$995,000
Median Sale Price
$235,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$615,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-33%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$200
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
193
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
24.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,995
On par with the national average
1,936
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
815
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
33,323
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$1,700,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,708 Sq Ft
- 1170 Ascalon Rd
- New 26 days ago
Set in a premier location on Lookout Mountain in northwest Georgia, Ascalon Retreat spans 10± acres and features an antique-log cabin, a spring-fed pond, and a variety of other amenities. The centerpiece of the property is the 2,708-sq ft log home, masterfully crafted in 2014 from antique logs. The home is 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bath with a current and well-appointed kitchen, cozy living room, dining
Elliott Davenport The Wings Group
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$47,900
- Land
- 2.57 Acre Lot
- 0 Ridley Cir
**Owner Willing to Carry the Note** Discover the perfect canvas ready for your vision in Rising Fawn, GA. This spacious lot offers a blend of natural beauty and potential, making it ideal for a private residence or your next investment project. Its level terrain simplifies construction processes, reducing preparation time and costs. NO HOA restrictions, perfect for flexibility in design and
Breanna Luke Lokation Real Estate LLC
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$995,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 3,977 Sq Ft
- 8515 Georgia 157
Welcome to this sprawling estate expanding over 28 acres of tranquility, embracing nature's beauty at its finest. This magnificent property offers a sizeable vintage home filled with charm and character, featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, waiting to be renovated into a timeless masterpiece. 8515 Hwy-157 offers storage space upon storage space. Upstairs, tucked away, are TWO EXTRA LARGE,
Chrissy Seals Keller Williams Realty
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
634
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,499
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,484
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.7%
% Population in Labor Force
59.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
57''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
16
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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