Toco Hills
Neighborhood in North Druid Hills, Georgia
DeKalb County 30033, 30329
Mid-century single-family homes and modern townhouses
Most residential properties in Toco Hills are either found in townhouse communities or sitting on large lots of land east of Druid Hills Road. Mid-century ranch-style homes are common for the neighborhood, alongside contemporary multi-story homes from the 1980s to 2010s. Prices range from $600,000 to $925,000. These homes are surrounded by mature trees and have large grassy lawns and driveways.Attached multi-story townhouses are another form of housing. There is contemporary brick properties built in the early 2000s, and more modern ones that are new construction. Most have tucked-in garages and cost between $400,000 and $825,000. “Quite a lot of newer communities have been developed since 2016, such as Parkside at Mason Hill, Emory Parc Manor and Dumont Place, to name a few,” Powell says. Roughly two-thirds of residents in Toco Hills are renters, while the rest own their properties.
A handful of apartment complexes have units available for rent, including Mason Mills Apartments, Kenco Lavista Apartments and Cortland 3131. Traffic and noise may flow from the area’s main roads, though provide easy access to the Atlanta metro area.
Parks and trails in North Druid Hills
A handful of green spaces bring recreation to the neighborhood, with Mason Mill Park as the largest one. Mason Mill has two playgrounds, a community garden and a tennis center that doubles as pickleball courts. There’s even a gated dog park with separate areas for smaller or bigger pups. The Mason Hill Recreation Center is on the grounds and has indoor facilities such as a gymnasium, full-sized kitchen and multi-use fields. Winding through the area’s forest is the South Peachtree Creek Trail, a multi-use pathway that connects to other nearby parks. “The route features a mix of boardwalks and concrete paths, winding through woodlands and over wetlands, for walkers, runners and cyclists,” Powell says. W.D. Thomson Park is another green space just west of Toco Hills, with a playground, basketball court and large open field. There are multiple woodland trails with bridges that go over creeks.B-rated public schools in Dekalb County
Toco Hills is served by the Dekalb County School District. Briar Vista Elementary and Druid Hills Middle School both earn B grades from Niche. From there, students can head to the A-minus-rated Druid Hills High School, which offers JROTC and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. An additional pipeline in the neighborhood includes Sagamore Hills Elementary School, Henderson Middle School and Lakeside High School. Sagamore Hills and Lakeside both receive a B-plus grade, while Henderson has a B-minus.Emory University is about 2 miles from the neighborhood for higher education. Students living in Toco Hills can walk or bike to campus.
Traveling around Toco Hills by foot, bus or car
Many Toco Hills properties are within walking distance of essentials, making it easy to travel on foot. However, “many homes are farther out on hilly, sidewalk-limited streets, so walkability varies by location. It’s a car-dependent neighborhood overall,” Powell says. Commuters who drive can access U.S. Route 23, known as Clairmont Rd, which travels south into Decatur. Interstate 85 is about 2 miles north of the neighborhood and can be used to head into downtown Atlanta. There are also MARTA bus stops along Clairmont, Lavista and Druid Hills roads. Dekalb-Peachtree Airport is about 5 miles north offering job opportunities in general aviation services and helicopter operations. The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 22 miles away.Toco Hills’ shopping centers with retailers and local restaurants
As North Druid Hills’ primary commercial center, Toco Hills has an abundance of shopping and dining. Toco Hills Shopping Center has two grocery stores: Kroger and The Spicy Peach, which sells Kosher food items. Silla del Toro is an upscale restaurant in the area serving Spanish tapas, And Pike’s is a popular garden center. Toco Hills Promenade is another shopping plaza in the neighborhood that has a Publix. Westside Market is a shared space with small local businesses selling everything from clothing to home décor and furniture. There are also national retailers, including Conte’s Bike Shop and Bath & Body Works. Local chain restaurants include Anh’s Kitchen, which specializes in authentic Vietnamese cuisine, and La Parrilla Mexican Restaurant. Chipotle and Wendy’s are a couple of area fast-food options.A handful of additional eateries can be found along Clairmont Road, including Golden Drops Café, a coffee shop. Roughly 5 miles from the neighborhood is Northlake Mall, which has dozens of departments stores and national brands. Downtown Decatur is a quick drive away for more options.



Agents Specializing in this Area
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THE ZAC TEAM
RE/MAX Metro Atlanta Cityside
(470) 823-8394
215 Total Sales
1 in Toco Hills
$185,000 Price
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Darka Krsmanovic
UC Premier Properties
(470) 868-4325
84 Total Sales
1 in Toco Hills
$498,000 Price
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Steve Boyce
Responds QuicklyBoyce Real Estate Group, LLC.
(678) 866-0665
75 Total Sales
1 in Toco Hills
$560,000 Price
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Bonneau Ansley
Responds QuicklyAnsley RE | Christie's Int'l RE
(888) 864-5115
460 Total Sales
1 in Toco Hills
$372,000 Price
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Jon Huff
Keller Williams Realty
(844) 919-3687
119 Total Sales
2 in Toco Hills
$484,000 Price Range
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Rachel Farren
Keller Williams Realty
(770) 758-9211
216 Total Sales
1 in Toco Hills
$650,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Toco Hills | US |
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Homicide | 1 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
Robbery | 2 | 4 |
Burglary | 4 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
Larceny | 6 | 4 |
Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Toco Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Toco Hills, North Druid Hills sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Toco Hills, North Druid Hills over the last 12 months is $660,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Somewhat Bikeable
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