Clairmont Heights
Clairmont Heights' large, wooded lots
Midcentury modern ranch styles and bungalows from the 1940s and '50s are common here. So are large, wooded lots. "People love that whole area because of the lot sizes and the nature around it," St George says. She adds that prices are higher than average due to the neighborhood's proximity to major hospitals and the Emory Campus. Single-family homes generally range from the high $300,000s for investment properties to the low $800,000s for something renovated. Condos ranging from the mid-$100,000s to the high $200,000s and townhouses from the mid-$300,000s to high $600,000s, settle on Clairmont Heights' western side.Homebuyers will find few homes for sale in Clairmont Heights. Pamela Hughes, a Realtor of over 40 years with Harry Norman Realtors, says this is because most people here have paid off their mortgages and have no desire to move. Though streams cross through Clairmont Heights, St George says the area is not prone to flooding. The neighborhood's CAP Index Crime Score is 5 out of 10, versus the national average of 4. The Decatur Police Department posts crime prevention tips on its website and encourages neighborhood watch initiatives.
Druid Hills High School earns an A-plus rating on Niche
While Clairmont Heights is zoned to DeKalb County Schools, Georgia’s participation in school choice provides more options for families. Within the neighborhood’s zoned district schools, students begin at Fernbank Elementary School, which earns a B-plus on Niche. From there, they filter into the B-rated Druid Hills Middle School and the A-plus-rated Druid Hills High School. The high school prepares students for the rigors of higher education through its International Baccalaureate and advanced placement programs. Emory University, less than 2 miles west, ranked 25th on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 list for best universities nationwide.Friendly games of tennis at Mason Mill Park
“It’s basically all park. It’s surrounded by parks,” St George says when describing the natural appeal of Clairmont Heights. Melton Park is in the neighborhood with an over half-mile trail passing through forest and along streams. The South Peachtree Creek Trail is just north. It connects pedestrians to the nearby historic Decatur Waterworks ruins, Mason Mill Park and Medlock Park. Mason Mill Park is home to the DeKalb Tennis Center, an off-leash dog park and the Mason Mill Recreation Center, which offers a gym, playgrounds and picnic areas. The Central DeKalb Senior Center and a Jewish Family and Career Services branch are also there. Medlock Park hosts youth sports on its ball fields and batting cages. It also has a public swimming pool.The 28-acre Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve, less than 2 miles west, has seven distinctive trails through wetlands, pine forests and river bottomlands. Lullwater Preserve, on Emory’s campus, skirts Candler Lake. Its trails pass along a tumbling waterfall and the ruins of a 1920s mansion.
Brunch at Ms. Icey's Kitchen and Bar
There's shopping and dining in every direction of Clairmont Heights. The Southern cuisine and lively bar at Ms. Icey's Kitchen and Bar is just outside the neighborhood for brunch and dinner. Directly south of that is Community Q BBQ, a local favorite.St George says Tocco Hills Shopping Center, located a mile away, is popular with residents. "They have great restaurants there. There's a Publix and a Kroger, so two giant anchor grocery stores in one shopping center. And then they have a J.Crew outlet and a Sephora, but they also have little boutique shopping," she says. Downtown Decatur is known for its international restaurants. Hughes says the line at Taqueria del Sol starts at 5 p.m. and goes down the street.
Lulah Hills, a mixed-use space in development, will bring around 320,000 square feet of retail and restaurant options 2 miles west. "That is in such early stages. It has not generated that much excitement yet, but it will," Hughes says.
Bus stops through MARTA on Clairmont Road
Walking to nearby parks and places on Clairmont Road is possible, according to Hughes, but driving is easiest. Clairmont Road, or U.S. Route 23, flows south through the neighborhood to intersect with North Decatur Road and Interstate 78. Both roads are dotted by bus stops through Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA). The Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center is just outside the neighborhood. North Decatur Road leads to Emory University Hospital in about 2 miles and downtown Atlanta in just over 7.Full moon walks and s'mores roasts at Melton Park
Melton Park hosts rotating events from "bird strolls" with the park ranger to full moon walks and Tree Detectives! — a program that helps children identify tree species. Come October, the annual Fall Festival is also held at the park, bringing family fun that includes scavenger hunts and s'mores roasting under a blanket of stars.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ingrid Sanders
Ingrid Sanders
ERA Sunrise Realty
(470) 577-9273
60 Total Sales
2 in Clairmont Heights
$234,900 Price Range
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TRACEY CABREY
TRACEY CABREY
HomeSmart
(770) 692-3503
45 Total Sales
1 in Clairmont Heights
$355,000 Price
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Jude Holmes
Jude Holmes
Keller Knapp, Inc
(844) 431-3404
6 Total Sales
1 in Clairmont Heights
$187,000 Price
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Richard Reid
Richard Reid
Direct Link Realty, Inc
(470) 670-0604
61 Total Sales
1 in Clairmont Heights
$537,500 Price
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Jody Steinberg
Jody Steinberg
Bolst, Inc.
(888) 783-2529
107 Total Sales
2 in Clairmont Heights
$240K - $639K Price Range
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Pamela Hughes
Pamela Hughes
Harry Norman REALTORS
(877) 237-2318
34 Total Sales
1 in Clairmont Heights
$685,000 Price
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
Mason Mill Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Playground
Ira B. Melton Park
- Bike Trails
- Camping
- Fishing
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Clairmont Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Clairmont Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Clairmont Heights, North Decatur sell after 120 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Clairmont Heights, North Decatur over the last 12 months is $224,900, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$239,900
Median Sale Price
$224,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$665,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$224,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$626,541
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
629
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1968
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,054
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,514
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,263
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
816
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,068
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$210,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,160 Sq Ft
- 1501 Clairmont Rd
- Unit 223
- New 6 days ago
Freshly painted 2 bed, 2 bath condo with private patio. Two assigned covered parking spaces and HOA covers all utilities. Walk-in level condo on first floor; No need to take elevator. This ideally situated condo offers unparalleled convenience, located near Emory University and Hospital, CDC, VA Hospital, and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Enjoy the vibrant community of Downtown Decatur is
Susan Chambers Hester & Associates, LLC
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$169,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 828 Sq Ft
- 1501 Clairmont Rd
- Unit 713
- New 10 days ago
Sky-High Hideaway. Who says you need a skyscraper budget to live the high life. Nestled in the Emory/Decatur area, it’s your peaceful perch far from the chaos of traffic and Atlanta's city noise. The monthly HOA fee? It’s the MVP—covering all your utilities (except the internet because let’s face it, we all have our favorite provider) and fabulous amenities. Dive into the sparkling pool, enjoy
Sue Sneed HomeSmart
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$174,800
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 814 Sq Ft
- 1501 Clairmont Rd
- Unit 1318
- New 12 days ago
Move-in Ready, 1BR/1BA Condo in Vibrant Decatur– All Utilities Included!This beautifully maintained condo features fresh interior paint (2022 and 2025), hardwood flooring (2022), a cooktop (2022), a dishwasher (2022), in-unit washer and dryer (2022), an updated bathroom (2022), a new bathroom exhaust fan (2025), and recent HVAC maintenance completed in July 2025 for added peace of
Chunzi Huang Virtual Properties Realty. Biz
Homes for Rent
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$1,600 per month
- 20 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,361 Sq Ft
- 574 Emory Oaks Way
- Decatur, GA
Clean quiet two bedroom two bath condo. Features separate living room w/fireplace, dining room, balcony, washer and dryer in unit, water and cable included. New carpet, master en-suite bedroom with walk in closet. One assigned space w/lots of guest parking. Close to shops and restaurants Universities and and the Campus Shuttle. Available now.
Dan Connolly RE/MAX Metro Atlanta Cityside
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,123
Median Age
37
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$82,432
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$116,776
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.5%
College Graduates
82.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
47.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.3%
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®
43
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
64
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27
/ 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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