About 20 miles from Atlanta, Tucker became a city in 2015 and now has a population of just over 35,000. Once a railroad town, this city has managed to hold onto its small-town vibe through local businesses and community festivities. "There are lots of fun events," says Veronica Smith, a Realtor with HomeSmart working in and around Atlanta. "Tucker is close enough to downtown for work but not so close that you're in the mix." The area is expanding with new retail developments, an updated park system and a school district that partners with Emory University. Major employers include the Emory University Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital, Quest Diagnostics and PepsiCo, supported by the city's location near Atlanta's beltway, Interstate 285.
Tucker has its share of rich history of the shaping our country.
Main Street in downtown Tucker is host to an abundant supply of restaurants and local retail.
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Gated living at Enclave at La Vista
The city offers a mix of 1960s and '70s ranch-style and split-level homes, between clusters of newer builds and some industrial areas. "Things sell pretty quickly here," Smith says. "If it's a good home, it'll be gone in a week." The median home price is around $425,000, 18% higher than the state median. Popular spots around town include Northlake, Idlewood and Smoke Rise. Some local communities are Enclave at La Vista, a gated neighborhood of luxury homes near Northlake Mall, and Frontporch Homes, a new townhouse development.
Many homes in Tucker are older, like this split-level.
Enclave on LaVista offers private gated living in Tucker.
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Nearby Stone Mountain and developing Tucker Town Green
Tucker has over 230 acres of parkland, with several green spaces being renovated and developed. The city is working on the $5.4 million Tucker Town Green project along Railroad Avenue, including improved roadways and pedestrian access. Kelley Cofer Park features a public community pool, and Henderson Park, the city's largest at 135 acres, has over 6 miles of trails. Fitzgerald Park is one of the oldest in the metro area and is home to the Tucker Football League. Other attractions include the Tucker Recreation Center's butterfly garden, Smoke Rise Country Club and Stone Mountain Park.
Henderson Park offers lakeside relaxation in Tucker.
Visit the Butterfly Garden found at the Tucker Recreation Center.
Locals enjoy a sunny winder day in Probst Park.
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DeKalb County Schools partners with Emory University
DeKalb County Schools earns a B-minus grade on Niche and offers Baccalaureate programs and CTE courses. Tucker High School's sports teams have produced alums who have become Olympic Gold Medalists, NASCAR drivers and NFL players. DCSD also partners with Emory University, an A-plus-rated private research institution known for its Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing and Rollins School of Public Health.
Livsey Elementary School is home to the leopards in Tucker.
Tucker High School serves 1600 students in the greater Tucker area.
Tucker Middle School is where young minds learn from their exceptional teachers.
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Events like Taste of Tucker in October
The annual Tucker Day parade in May fills the streets with food vendors, art and music. In summer, Main Street is closed to traffic one night each month for the Tucker Cruise-In, a car show featuring vintage cars and motorcycles. Other event highlights include October's Taste of Tucker, a tradition since 2010 that celebrates community and attracts thousands.
A group of young dancers performs during the Tucker Day parade.
Servers pose at one of several food vendors along the Tucker Day main strip.
Opening in 2025, Tucker is adding their Town Green for events and more.
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Tucker's interstates, weather and crime
Tucker is a 20-mile drive from Atlanta, easily accessible via Interstate 85 and 285. While the city is car-dependent, it also has MARTA bus stops connecting to rail stations. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, one of the busiest in the country, is 29 miles away.According to the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office 2023 Annual Report, crime rates in the city increased in 2022. Like much of Georgia, Tucker experiences hot, humid summers with the risk of tropical storms and flooding, followed by short winters.
Tucker is jus a short 30-minute drive to the greater Downtown Atlanta area.
The close knit community if Tucker sits just outside if the Atlanta city limits.
Aerial photo of the neighborhood, with Route 78.
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Shopping in downtown Tucker and new developments
The train passes through Tucker's historic downtown, where locally owned businesses, restaurants and bars line Main Street. The Tucker Farmers Market also takes place here on Saturdays. The struggling Northlake Mall was recently acquired by Emory Healthcare, which plans to revitalize it with office space and mixed-use developments. The city has also expanded zoning in the Northlake area to allow for mixed-use developments spanning 30 acres, including master-planned communities and increased downtown density.
Local residents enjoy trivia night at the Tucker Brewing Company on Wednesdays.
Stop by the Tucker Brewing Company for a free tour of their advanced brewing system.
Tucker is home to Northlake Mall which offers big brand shopping at Macy's and other stores.
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Echoes of a railroad-centered past
Commercial rail tracks cross through some areas of Tucker, so some residents will hear noise from passing trains.
Historical train tracks are still in use and run directly through Tucker's downtown area.
On average, homes in Tucker, GA sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Tucker, GA over the last 12 months is $415,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
After 17 years in the business, Cheves started her own team at her Keller Williams brokerage in West Cobb with her daughter, Maggie Grosse. Cheves loves the fast-paced nature of real estate and truly love representing her clients at a high level. She prides herself on her ability to connect with her clients and understand their needs to assist in creating a smooth real estate transaction. Cheves started selling real estate in 2004 after her youngest child started school. She has been a top producing agent in the area since 2006, averaging 30-50 transactions per year since that time. Her wealth of knowledge about real estate transactions and the metro Atlanta area is unmatched.
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