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Toco Hills

Toco Hills

Neighborhood in North Druid Hills, Georgia

DeKalb County 30033, 30329

$581,069 Average Value
$297 Average Price per Sq Ft
16 Homes For Sale

Toco Hills’ residential communities and accessible commerce

In Toco Hills, single-family homes and townhouse communities are within walking distance of North Druid Hills’ commercial shopping centers. “Toco Hills is popular for its convenient location, strong sense of community and mix of suburban comfort and city accessibility,” says Realtor Susan Powell with Compass, who has almost 20 years of experience and specializes in the area. “Homeowners are drawn to its mature trees and proximity to daily essentials.”
Toco Hills Shopping Center is a great place to shop, dine, and relax the day away.
Toco Hills Shopping Center is a great place to shop, dine, and relax the day away.
Toco Hills is about 10 miles from downtown Atlanta.
Toco Hills is about 10 miles from downtown Atlanta.
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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.
New townhomes are available in the Toco Hills area.
New townhomes are available in the Toco Hills area.
Located in the heart of Toco Hills, this bright, airy mid-century home sits on a generous lot shaded by tall trees.
Located in the heart of Toco Hills, this bright, airy mid-century home sits on a generous lot shaded by tall trees.
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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.
Playgrounds for children of many ages are at Mason Mill Park, just outside of Toco Hills.
Playgrounds for children of many ages are at Mason Mill Park, just outside of Toco Hills.
Residents of Toco Hills can enjoy the South Peachtree Creek Trail, which connects at Mason Mill Park and is a great place to enjoy a walk, run, or bike ride outdoors.
Residents of Toco Hills can enjoy the South Peachtree Creek Trail, which connects at Mason Mill Park and is a great place to enjoy a walk, run, or bike ride outdoors.
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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.
Briar Vista Elementary School is a public school serving the Toco Hills area.
Briar Vista Elementary School is a public school serving the Toco Hills area.
Druid Hills Middle School serves students in the 6th to 8th grades in Toco Hills.
Druid Hills Middle School serves students in the 6th to 8th grades in Toco Hills.
Druid Hills High School is a public high school serving Toco Hills and surrounding areas.
Druid Hills High School is a public high school serving Toco Hills and surrounding areas.
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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.
The many surrounding neighborhoods often feed on the vast shopping options in Toco Hills.
The many surrounding neighborhoods often feed on the vast shopping options in Toco Hills.
Public transit is close and convenient—catch a MARTA bus along route 23 in the Toco Hills neighborhood for a leisurely ride around town.
Public transit is close and convenient—catch a MARTA bus along route 23 in the Toco Hills neighborhood for a leisurely ride around town.
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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.
The Spicy Peach offers specialty groceries and fresh food at the Toco Hills Shopping Center in the heart of Toco Hills.
The Spicy Peach offers specialty groceries and fresh food at the Toco Hills Shopping Center in the heart of Toco Hills.
You can grab your grocery needs from Kroger in Toco Hills.
You can grab your grocery needs from Kroger in Toco Hills.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

30 min drive

Bus

Clairmont Rd & N Williamsburg Dr

Bus

Clairmont Rd & Azalea Cir

Bus

Clairmont Rd & Wilandrew Dr

Bus

Lavista Rd & N Druid Hills Rd

Bus

Lavista Rd & 2133

Bus

N Druid Hills Rd NE & 2960

Bus

N Druid Hills Rd NE & 2941

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Toco Hills US
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

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$674,999
Median Sale Price
$660,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$714,875
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$650,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$389,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
72
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
17%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$297

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
360
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Median Year Built
1998
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,031
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,155
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,196
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
919
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,424

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,808
Median Age
39
Population under 18
17%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$76,866
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,392

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.3%
College Graduates
81.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.6%

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®

44 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

34 / 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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