$270,723Average Value$196Average Price per Sq Ft37Homes For Sale
Atlanta Beltline to bring a new era of development to Lakewood Heights
Lakewood Heights in southeast Atlanta is on the cusp of significant change. The Atlanta Beltline, a trail along old rail tracks throughout the city, should be paved in the neighborhood by the time the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to town. The trail is expected to usher in investments and resources. “Give it a couple of years. With everything that’s coming in, it’s an up-and-coming neighborhood,” says area resident Nichole Weiswasser, chairman of the Neighborhood Planning Unit 7, which serves as a conduit between citizens and the city government.
Residents of Lakewood Heights are excited to discover that they can easily access the beautifully paved section of the Beltline, nearby in the Pittsburgh neighborhood.
Although it is not paved yet, the Beltline is coming for the residents of Lakewood Heights.
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Lakewood Heights features bungalows and contemporary builds
The early and midcentury bungalows and contemporary homes in Lakewood Heights rest on small lots along narrow roads. Properties sell for $110,000 to $530,000, with prices dependent on age and renovation. Homes stay on the market for an average of 37 days. “Investors are buying houses and fixing them up, waiting for the Beltline to come,” says Kiana Collins, an experienced area Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Perimeter. The neighborhood’s CAP Index Crime Score is 6 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4. Statistics from the Atlanta Police Department show a 30% decrease in crime from 2023 to 2024. “Police do a lot of patrolling and have a lot of community-based interactions with the public," Weiswasser says. "Residents are also vigilant in advocating for a safe community. Our crime rate has been decreasing at a pace unheard of in the city."
In the charming Lakewood Heights neighborhood, you'll discover beautifully remodeled Craftsman homes that blend classic design with modern amenities.
Bungalow homes add a unique charm to the Lakewood Heights neighborhood, showcasing a delightful blend of cozy living and character.
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Transportation options in Lakewood Heights
Interstate 85 and Jonesboro Road, less than a mile away, head 4 miles north to downtown Atlanta. I-85 intersects with I-20, which slices east to west through the city. The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) has bus stops throughout the neighborhood, including along Jonesboro and Pryor roads. Public transportation will be enhanced with the expected 2025 completion of an electric bus line. There are also bike lanes throughout the neighborhood. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 7 miles south and Grady Memorial Hospital is just 4 miles away.
Interstate 85 serves as a vital link, seamlessly connecting Lakewood Heights to the bustling heart of Downtown Atlanta and the major thoroughfare of I-20.
The vibrant Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is just a quick and convenient drive from Lakewood Heights, making it easy to jet off on your next adventure!
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Students attend Atlanta Public Schools
The neighborhood is part of Atlanta Public Schools, which gets a B rating on Niche. Students may attend John Wesley Dobbs Elementary School and Crawford Long Middle School, both rated a C on Niche. They move on to South Atlanta High School, rated a C-minus, which has a gifted and talented program with AP courses and a STEM-based curriculum. Students may also attend other schools thanks to Georgia’s school choice laws.
Families in Lakewood Heights have the exciting opportunity to enroll their children at Dobbs Elementary School, where a world of learning and growth awaits!
Lakewood Heights families have an exciting opportunity to select Crawford W. Long Middle School as the ideal place for their children's education!
South Atlanta High School serves over 850 students in the Lakewood Heights neighborhood.
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Bingo and bands at The Ideal Sports Bar
The Ideal Sports Bar on Lakewood Avenue hosts bands and bingo while serving traditional bar food. The Black Coffee Atlanta brews organic beans, while Love at First Bite’s brunches include French toast and breakfast tacos. Carver Market has a small shop on McDonough Boulevard for groceries, and Publix is 2 miles north. A planned food hall will include outdoor eating areas, bars, coffee shops and restaurants. At the Edgewood shopping center, 7 miles north off Moreland Drive, there’s a Kroger, Marshalls and Target.
At Ideal Sports Bar in Lakewood Heights, enjoy an exhilarating night of bingo, showcase your singing skills during karaoke, and sip on your favorite drinks—all in one lively atmosphere.
Just a short two-mile drive north of Lakeview Heights, you'll find Publix, the perfect spot for residents to stock up on their favorite groceries.
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Nature trails and playground at South Bend Park
At South Bend Park on Lakewood Avenue, trails wind through an old-growth forest, passing by creeks and small waterfalls. The park encompasses 75 acres and includes a playground, dog park and seasonal pool. There's a shaded pavilion with a vaulted roof that overlooks an abstract metal sculpture.
The "Anchored Sail" at South Bend Park in Lakewood Heights serves as a vibrant symbol of our rich history, thriving community, and dynamic culture.
South Bend Park is located in the Lakewood Heights neighborhood.
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Lakewood Amphitheater hosts national acts and community gatherings
Neighborhood Planning Unit 7 hosts annual back-to-school drives and the Unity Day Festival, providing free meals while attendees meet with city government representatives and take photos with Santa. Lakewood Amphitheater, with a capacity of 20,000, has hosted performances by Elton John, Wu-Tang Clan and Tom Petty since opening on Lakewood Way in 1989. Proximity to the venue and the incoming Beltline has resulted in “a real influx in home prices,” Weiswasser says. A house off Lakewood Terrace is another musical landmark, where the Grammy-winning duo Outkast wrote and recorded in an unfinished basement with clay floors known as The Dungeon.
Discover the Lakewood Amphitheater, Atlanta’s premier outdoor venue in the beautiful Lakewood Heights neighborhood.
Lakewood Stadium, proudly managed by the Atlanta Public Schools System, serves as a vibrant hub for numerous sports events in the heart of Lakewood Heights.
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Parks in this Area
South Bend Park
Picnic Area
Pool
Trails
Transit
Airport
Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
13 min drive
Bus
Lakewood Way SW & Hilltop Dr SW
Bus
Lakewood Ave SW & Macon Dr SW
Bus
Lakewood Ave & Claire Dr
Bus
Lakewood Ave SW & Conrad Ave SE
Bus
Lakewood Ave & Terrace Way
Bus
Jonesboro Rd SE & Browns Mill Rd
Bus
Lakewood Ave SW & 2000
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lakewood Heights
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakewood Heights, Atlanta sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Lakewood Heights, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $319,047, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,348
Median Age
35
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,468
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,550
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.5%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.4%
Advanced Degrees
10.5%
% Population in Labor Force
72.6%
Above 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®
23/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 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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