Stonecrest, a suburban city east of Atlanta, has seen its population increase by 11% to 60,000 residents in the past decade. New housing continues appearing as homebuyers are drawn to prices lower than those in the surrounding DeKalb County and a convenient location near Interstate 20 and The Mall at Stonecrest. When residents voted to incorporate in 2016, it became Georgia's first primarily Black city to form since the Civil War. Most travel outside the locality for work. “It’s close enough to Atlanta where you can jump right on I-20 to get to the city, but it’s also far enough away where you can have the suburban life and suburban prices,” says Realtor Angela Aull of HomeSmart, who has been selling homes in the Atlanta area for 12 years. Those employed in the city primarily work in manufacturing, retail, transportation and health care. “It’s just like-minded, working people,” says resident Joyce Cavener, a Realtor with Ansley Real Estate.
Vaughter's Barn, formerly a dairy farm, has lush green meadows that can be found in Stonecrest.
Green Love Kitchen is a local hotspot among the residents of Stonecrest.
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New construction throughout Stonecrest
Much of the city's new construction is near The Mall, while other subdivisions are more secluded. “There’s going to be new construction areas popping up everywhere,” Aull says. Smaller, established homes are scattered throughout the city, with a concentration of townhouses and condos around the interstate. The median home price is $281,777, lower than the county's median. “It’s middle and upper-middle class and above,” Cavener says. “There is a variety. There are a lot of million-dollar homes in Stonecrest, and there are townhomes.”
In addition to the traditional historic housing options of Stonecrest are split-level homes.
Some Stonecrest houses with distinctive Dutch roofing adds to the neighborhood historic charm.
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Interstate 20 takes commuters into Atlanta
I-20 cuts through the middle of Stonecrest, traveling into Atlanta and connecting with other thoroughfares, such as I-285, along the way. Metropolitan Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) and Xpress buses have stops throughout the city, with many around I-20. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 20 miles away.
A booming commercial center at The Mall at Stonecrest
The Mall at Stonecrest, with over 100 restaurants and stores, has served as the commercial hub since opening in 2001. A former Sears at The Mall has been transformed into Privi, an entertainment and shopping complex with attractions including comedy shows, the Seaquest Interactive Aquarium and an art gallery. “It’s an urban space, basically a gathering spot,” Cavener says. Nearby, the New Black Wall Street Market houses another 100-plus businesses as part of its mission to encourage minority-owned establishments. The area around the mall is slated for future development including an experiential entertainment district to the west and a city center with a 10,000-seat amphitheater and parks to the east. “It’s an exciting time for Stonecrest to build and grow and be that mecca of activity for east Atlanta,” says Christian Green, Stonecrest’s director of economic development.
Locals enjoy the vibrant community of downtown Stonecrest.
Stonecrest is home to Stonecrest mall offering lots of shopping opportunities.
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Getting outside at Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area
The Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area provides a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Trails lead to Arabia Mountain’s 1,000-foot peak, while other paths pass lakes and granite outcrops. Vestiges of the area’s past remain tucked among the sprawling preserve at a once-thriving dairy farm. The preserve is also home to the Monastery of the Holy Spirt, a Trappist monk community that hosts tours. At Everett Park, the city constructed several miles of walking trails and a South River kayak launch in 2024. More park improvements are imminent, as the city has allocated nearly $4 million for a botanical garden in Fairington Park and pickleball courts at the Southeast Athletic Complex.
Bikers can enjoy a spanning, wooded path while immersed in the nature of Arabia Mountain near Stonecrest.
Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area has a unique biome filled with many rare plants near Stonecrest.
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DeKalb County offers magnet program
The DeKalb County School District has a B-minus rating on Niche. At the B-plus-rated Arabia Mountain High School, an engineering and environmental magnet program is taught in outdoor classrooms neighboring the nature preserve.
Lithonia High School welcomes Dekalb students and is located near Stonecrest.
Arabia Mountain High School is a top-rated school, known for engineering, in Stonecrest, GA.
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Emory Hillandale Hospital expands its Stonecrest location
In 2023, the Emory Hillandale Hospital, a major area employer, completed an $11 million upgrade, including an expanded emergency department, ICU renovation and a new violence prevention program. This followed the 2022 closing of Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center, which left many patients without care.
Georgia’s humidity makes for muggy summers
Summer days are typically humid and frequently reach temperatures in the 90s, while there’s milder weather from September to March.
Stonecrest is served by the DeKalb County Police Department. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation reported that property crimes increased by 21% in DeKalb County from 2022 to 2023 while violent crimes decreased by 3% in the same period.
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