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Lithonia

Lithonia

Suburban Neighborhood in Stonecrest, Georgia

DeKalb County 30038, 30058, 30087
$304,342 Average Value
$143 Average Price per Sq Ft
461 Homes For Sale
Lithonia's natural beauties and neighborhood amenities are why many people call it home.
Lithonia's natural beauties and neighborhood amenities are why many people call it home.

Rooted east side metro Atlanta suburb

First established in 1856 as a crossroads with just 100 residents, Lithonia is now an Atlanta suburb with a strong community spirit. “I would say at least half of the people here grew up here. The whole community knows each other and it’s a family kind of environment,” says RaShanna Lowery, employee at Lucious Sanders Recreation Center and Lithonia native. “It’s very historic but it’s not in a bad way. It’s the new and old coming together.”

Community centers and Lithonia Amphitheater

Lithonia has several community centers, including Lucious Sanders Recreation Center, which sits on the old site of the Bruce Street School. “It was the only school that African Americans were allowed to go to in Lithonia back in the day. It can’t be destroyed,” Lowery says. Lucious Sanders Recreation center has summer camps, after school programs and youth sports, and it also teams up with the nearby senior center for events. “Every season we do something like trunk or treat, fall festivals, plays for the seniors, and we rent out the Porter Sanford Arts Center.” The site now has other social service facilities as well, including the Bruce Street Senior Center, Union Missionary Baptist Church and the Dekalb County Police Department. Residents can enjoy more events and music at Lithonia Amphitheater, with summer concert lineups spanning genres such as funk, soul, and R&B.

Arabia National Heritage Area and more parks

Nearby Arabia National Heritage Area has 40,000 acres of outdoor space for residents to enjoy, including hiking trails and activities such as biking, camping, archery and fishing. The national heritage area encompasses historic sites, green spaces and two massive granite outcrops called monadnocks. Visitors can also see and learn about Lithonia’s historic (and some current day) granite mining at the Arabia monadnock and surrounding areas. For hikers, the Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve and Panola Mountain State Park have multiple trails, and the Arabia Mountain PATH has 33 miles of paved paths connecting landmarks throughout the area. Lithonia Park also has multiuse fields, basketball courts, a playground, trails, and a swimming pool to beat Georgia’s summer heat.

Family-owned and chain restaurants

“There’s a lot of family-owned restaurants here. You go back to the same places, and you’ll see the owners' kids grow up,” Lowery says. Among other popular spots, Chou Lee’s on Panola Road serves Chinese Takeout, and Green Love Market serves smoothies and vegan burgers and sandwiches. Lithonia also has big box stores and chain restaurants such as Walmart, Chick-fil-A and Olive Garden near The Mall at Stonecrest. In the mall, shoppers find shops such as H&M and Macy’s. Lithonia’s Main Street also has more local restaurants and small businesses, including Black Dot Cultural Center and Bookstore and Flavaz Styling Team.
Green Love Kitchen is a local hotspot among the residents of Lithonia.
Green Love Kitchen is a local hotspot among the residents of Lithonia.
Stop by Green Love Kitchen and try one of their delicious tropical smoothies.
Stop by Green Love Kitchen and try one of their delicious tropical smoothies.
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New traditional homes in subdivisions and more housing styles

Lithonia has several subdivisions with a variety of home styles. In addition to new traditional homes in subdivisions, Lithonia has ranches, cottages, split levels and Tudor revival homes scattered throughout. A two-story, new traditional home with three or four bedrooms typically costs between $250,000 and $350,000. Many of these homes have design features like two-car garages, brick facades and entryways with columns. Townhouses and condos in Lithonia range from $150,000 to $300,000. “They’re building up a lot of housing. Apartments, townhouses, that sort of stuff,” Lowery says. “It’s way more affordable than other parts of Atlanta.”
Residents can enjoy Lithonia's history as well as the natural, unique landscape.
Residents can enjoy Lithonia's history as well as the natural, unique landscape.
Lithonia's newer built homes have mixed wood styles that fit resident preferences.
Lithonia's newer built homes have mixed wood styles that fit resident preferences.
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Lithonia High School welcomes Dekalb students and is located at 2440 Phillips Rd, Lithonia, GA.
Lithonia High School welcomes Dekalb students and is located at 2440 Phillips Rd, Lithonia, GA.

Students attend Dekalb County schools

Students attending public schools in Lithonia attend the Dekalb County School District. Students may begin at Stoneview Creek Elementary School before progressing to Lithonia Middle School and Lithonia High School. All three schools earned C-minus grades from Niche. The high school’s marching band, the “Lithonia Bulldog Band,” is a source of pride in the community. “Marching bands and music are a big thing around here. Dekalb County has, to me, the best band in the state of Georgia,” Lowery says. “The high school has competitions and people support and sell it out. I get tickets to Battle of the Bands every year,” Lowery says.
Several Lithonia residents utilize their golf carts to get around town.
Several Lithonia residents utilize their golf carts to get around town.

Getting around Lithonia and facilities nearby

Lithonia is right off I-20 and less than 20 miles east of Downtown Atlanta. “It takes 25 minutes to get to Atlanta. Anything in Atlanta is accessible, without having to live in the middle of it. You can get right on the highway.” Lithonia has limited public transit options, but residents can get to Downtown Atlanta from Lithonia via the Route 116 Redan Road bus from the Mall at Stonecrest to Indian Creek and the Blue line Marta train to Georgia State Station. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is also about 25 miles southeast of Lithonia, and Emory Hillandale Hospital serves residents inside the neighborhood.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Connie Lindsay

    Connie Lindsay

    Responds Quickly

    HomeSmart

    (470) 588-4486

    7 Total Sales

    1 in Lithonia

    $284,900 Price

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  • Alisha Lawton

    Alisha Lawton

    Keller Williams Realty Consultants

    (470) 348-8269

    41 Total Sales

    4 in Lithonia

    $269K - $421K Price Range

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  • Michelle Vargas

    Michelle Vargas

    Equitable Estates Realty, LLC.

    (470) 480-1319

    41 Total Sales

    1 in Lithonia

    $265,000 Price

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  • Dana Lyons

    Dana Lyons

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Buckhead

    (470) 588-4170

    118 Total Sales

    11 in Lithonia

    $81K - $418K Price Range

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  • Ingrid Sanders

    Ingrid Sanders

    ERA Sunrise Realty

    (470) 577-9273

    61 Total Sales

    1 in Lithonia

    $349,000 Price

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  • Valeria Knox

    Valeria Knox

    Responds Quickly

    Real Broker

    (855) 990-0104

    44 Total Sales

    2 in Lithonia

    $278K - $300K Price Range

    Valeria Knox
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

32 min drive

Bus

Covington HWY & Woodcrest Walk

Bus

Covington HWY & 8034

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Covington HWY & Amanda Dr

Bus

Mall Pkwy & Stonecrest Blvd

Bus

Mall Pkwy & 8455

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Evans Mill Rd & Davidson Dr

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Stone Mountain St & College Ave

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lithonia US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Lithonia Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Lithonia, Stonecrest sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lithonia, Stonecrest over the last 12 months is $305,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$310,000
Median Sale Price
$305,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$320,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$239,950
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$96,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1,858
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$143

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
23,430
Number of Homes for Sale
461
Median Year Built
1998
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,251
Above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,495
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,228
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
842
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jul 19
    1 - 3pm

    2252 Margaret Ct, Lithonia, GA 30058

    $280,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,412 Sq Ft
    • 2252 Margaret Ct
    • New 6 days ago

    Welcome to Your Move-In Ready Ranch Retreat!Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac, this beautifully updated ranch home blends modern comfort with timeless charm. Step inside to discover an inviting open-concept layout that seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Close to shopping, downtown events, and I-20 to get to where

    Amanda Miller Realty One Group Edge

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  • Sunday, Jul 20
    2 - 5pm

    2526 Panola Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058

    $499,999

    • 6 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 6,500 Sq Ft
    • 2526 Panola Rd
    • New 9 days ago

    Excellent location - USED CAR DEALERSHIP and BODY SHOP for sale/lease. Lease 4900/month alternative. Excellent Investment Opportunity. 3 Buildings ON PROPERTY- Used car dealership, Body Shop and Office along with garage spaces for oil change/engine repair/paint shop - 6500 Sq ft+-. Near Walmart, Lowe's Home Improvement, Publix, right on exit I20, Traffic count +40,000 autos/day. FRONT BUILDING IS

    Anhad Chawla Homesmart Realty Partners

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
83,650
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$67,289
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,333

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.5%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.5%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

33 / 100
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