Why Live in Tucker
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. 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
Home Trends in Tucker, GA
On average, homes in Tucker, GA sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Tucker, GA over the last 12 months is $415,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$449,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$365,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$199,900
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$160,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$210
Number of Homes for Sale
190
Last 12 months Home Sales
1,007
Median List Price
$439,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%