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Gresham Park

Gresham Park

Suburban Neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia

Fulton County 30034, 30316

Neighborhood Reviews
3.5
$316,436 Average Value
$215 Average Price per Sq Ft
74 Homes For Sale

A modern community with growing potential

Gresham Park is a suburban community east of Atlanta, Georgia, made up of modest homes and warm character. Known as a quiet retreat away from downtown, the neighborhood doesn’t sacrifice amenities for this peaceful atmosphere but rather is constantly growing, welcoming in new residents and making the area more convenient for the old ones. A community love of sports is brought out at the collections of baseball fields and recreational courts at Gresham Park or enjoy waterside walks at Glen Emerald Park. The community is bordered on the east by Gresham Road and on the west by Bouldercrest Road, and both feature plenty of bus stops. Locally owned shops at Gresham Plaza Shopping Center cover basic shopping needs, and Atlanta is close enough to provide more retail options.

Gresham Park is a small tight community located in Dekalb County.
Gresham Park is a small tight community located in Dekalb County.
Retail stores are available throughout the Gresham Park neighborhood.
Retail stores are available throughout the Gresham Park neighborhood.
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An affordable mix of styles

Gresham Park is conveniently close to Atlanta while maintaining a suburban vibe, with homes built after World War II and new cul-de-sac developments sitting next to one another. As amenities are added to the neighborhood with improvements on parks and new community areas, prices have seen an increase in the last few years, nearly doubling since 2019. Affordable housing programs are available in the area. Tree-covered lots hold both single- and two-story brick homes with plenty of front and backyard space for gardens, recreation and patios. A few apartment and townhouse complexes are also available, mainly along the neighborhood’s western side. Prices range from $200,000 for ranch styles up to $700,000 for new constructions, with size and age making prices higher.

A street view of two-story homes in Gresham Park neighborhood.
A street view of two-story homes in Gresham Park neighborhood.
Gresham Park has modern craftsman style homes your family will love to call home.
Gresham Park has modern craftsman style homes your family will love to call home.
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Mom-and-pop shops in Gresham Plaza

“There are a lot of mom-and-pop shops around, and one of the major conveniences is the proximity to Atlanta,” says Dekalb County Commissioner Ted Terry. Gresham Park is primarily residential, but dining and dancing spots can be found in the neighborhood’s northeast corner at Gresham Plaza Shopping Center. Two local favorites are RC’s Kitchen, for traditional Southern cooking, and Club Bolts, a dance club for adults. For a vintage experience that residents have enjoyed for the last 70 years, Starlight Drive-in Theatre shows first-run films just 3 miles west of the neighborhood. They also host a weekend flea market, and a Walmart Supercenter sits just north of Interstate 20. For any larger retail selections, locals travel to downtown Atlanta.

Stop by Springreens at Community Cafe just north of Gresham Park for soul food.
Stop by Springreens at Community Cafe just north of Gresham Park for soul food.
Gresham Park's Huskey's Restaurant & Grill has an amazing Spicy Avocado BLT with crispy fries.
Gresham Park's Huskey's Restaurant & Grill has an amazing Spicy Avocado BLT with crispy fries.
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Updated parks and dams

Gresham Park Recreation Center hosts summer camps and events, such as themed 5K runs. The center has indoor facilities, such as a gym and meeting rooms. It also has a pool, a playground and a bike path. Hikers can connect to the South River Trail from the park. To the north of the community is Glen Emerald Park, which has paths along the newly repaired Glen Emerald Lake Dam, and plans are in the works for a disability-accessible park to open in 2025. “People can live here knowing they’ll have gorgeous walking areas,” says Terry.

Stop by Gresham Park's Hawks theme basketball court for a pick up game.
Stop by Gresham Park's Hawks theme basketball court for a pick up game.
Gresham Park's Glen Emerald Park Lake features a small dam along the walking trail.
Gresham Park's Glen Emerald Park Lake features a small dam along the walking trail.
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Tech and diversity focus at Dekalb County Schools

Dekalb County Public School District provides education opportunities nearby, with private options available. Barack H. Obama Elementary Schools of Technology, rated C-minus on Niche, sits right outside the neighborhood and provides a Spanish Immersion Program. McNair Middle School, rated D-plus, is associated with the district’s Digital Dreamers program, which teaches technological literacy. Ronald E. McNair High School, rated D-minus, offers a Junior Achievement 3DE program, which allows students to gain relevant experience through internships with local businesses.

Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology has a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1.
Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology has a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1.
Ronald McNair Middle School Front Entrance
Ronald McNair Middle School Front Entrance
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Public transportation close to Downtown Atlanta

The primarily residential Gresham Park is very car-dependent. Along Bouldercrest Road and Gresham Road, there are plenty of bus stops, though travel times tend to be longer, with a ride from Bouldercrest Road taking 40 minutes compared to a 20-minute drive. Downtown Atlanta is only 8 miles away, and Interstate 20 and Interstate 285 are both within a 3-mile drive.

Highway I-20 allows for a convenient way to get on the highway in Gresham Park.
Highway I-20 allows for a convenient way to get on the highway in Gresham Park.
Gresham Park's MARTA stops are positioned in high traffic areas for those commuting.
Gresham Park's MARTA stops are positioned in high traffic areas for those commuting.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

23 min drive

Bus

Rollingwood Ln SE & 2787

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Brannen Rd SE & Flagstone Dr SE

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Brannen Rd SE & 2154

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Brannen Rd SE & Boulder Rd SE

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Vicki Ln SE & 1897

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Gresham Rd & Wee Kirk Rd

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Flat Shoals Rd & Clifton Church Rd SE

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 10 Reviews
4.0 Niche User
11/17/2014 Niche Review
There seem to be safety with walking at night and no break in
3.0 Niche User
6/19/2016 Niche Review
The neighborhood is an overall decent area but I probably wouldn't want to live here if I could do it all over considering I lived in Fayette County and enjoyed my time living there more.
3.0 Niche User
7/21/2016 Niche Review
Its just like any other place. It has its ups and downs. There's plenty of stuff that can be improved but the people are friendly and are hard working. The schools need help and the teens need extracurricular activities. I never felt not safe but there shpuld have been times when i should've feared for my safety.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Gresham Park US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$295,000
Median Single Family Price
$295,000
Median Townhouse Price
$292,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215
Number of Homes for Sale
74
Last 12 months Home Sales
246
Months of Supply
3.60
Median List Price
$309,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,653
Median Year Built
1959
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,553
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,554
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
774
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,068

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 4pm

    1765 Stoney Creek Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

    $500,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,178 Sq Ft
    • 1765 Stoney Creek Dr SE
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome to your new home! This beautiful 4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom is spacious and warm. With new paint and carpet this home feels brand new! You will find a sitting room or office in the front followed by the dining room, kitchen, powder room and family room! The kitchen has beautiful granite countertops and quality wood cabinets. The peninsula in the kitchen is perfect for snack time or hosting.

    Adrienne Sherwood Bolst, Inc.

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 4pm

    2465 Rockcliff Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

    $455,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,285 Sq Ft
    • 2465 Rockcliff Rd SE
    • New 3 days ago

    Modern living at its best! Built in 2017, this newer construction home has the perfect floor plan – bedrooms on the upper level and amazing entertaining space on the main level PLUS a bonus room on the lower level. Love to entertain and love open concept, this is the home for you! Walk through the front door into your spacious living room with a fireplace and oversized windows that provide

    Lisa Marie Smith Keller Williams Realty Intown ATL

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
7,659
Median Age
40
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$67,999
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,912

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.5%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.6%
Advanced Degrees
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%
On par with the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

4 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

17 / 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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