Thinking about moving to Atlanta (Marietta, Dunwoody: fit in, apartments, for rent)

[kagona]

Hi Everyone,

I am looking at a possible job in North East Atlanta. The Chamblee area.

I have never been to Atlanta but have heard very good things.

I am a recently single mom with two toddler boys.

My budget for a house will be around $200k.

What would be a good area to look in?
What areas have good preschools, and then good public schools

I am looking for a community. I love the idea of block parties, and getting to know other moms. Somewhere with good values that is safe for kids.

Thanks

[kagona]

Would Lawrenceville be a good option? Is Marietta too far to commute?

Also what kind of politics are in the area? I am a middle of the road Liberal, Christian. Will we fit in?
Thanks!

[TakeAhike]

Originally Posted by kagona

Hi Everyone,

I am looking at a possible job in North East Atlanta. The Chamblee area.


I have never been to Atlanta but have heard very good things.

I am a recently single mom with two toddler boys.

My budget for a house will be around $200k.

What would be a good area to look in?
What areas have good preschools, and then good public schools

I am looking for a community. I love the idea of block parties, and getting to know other moms. Somewhere with good values that is safe for kids.

Thanks

Moving to Doraville or Chamblee- wanting to know some area specifics
https://www.city-data.com/forum/atlan...know-some.html

Northwoods neighborhood in Doraville: Possible "historic" status
https://www.city-data.com/forum/atlan...ic-status.html

Chamblee, GA - Locations
Chamblee, GA - Locations

You might use these parks as a starting point to find appropriate housing in Chamblee. I believe Clairmont Park is located across from the Chamblee Library and there are some nice little houses for rent in this subdivision--older--40's/50's I'd say.
Sort of 'Brookhaven'---Ashford Park elementary is a good school. Find its attendance area and search for housing in this vicinity. Close to Chamblee and Brookhaven MARTA stations.

ETA: An apt complex in the Dunwoody/Perimeter area.
Ashford Park Apartment in Dunwoody

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[TakeAhike]

Originally Posted by kagona

Would Lawrenceville be a good option? Is Marietta too far to commute?

Also what kind of politics are in the area? I am a middle of the road Liberal, Christian. Will we fit in?
Thanks!

Marietta/NW Atlanta.

Lawrenceville/NE Atlanta.

I don't think you need to be overly concerned about politics etc.

Yes, if you are going to commute to 'NE Atlanta'--?perhaps the Emory/N. Decatur area--Marietta and Lawrenceville are too far away.

I would suggest searching in zipcodes 30329 and 30033--Emory/N.Decatur. There is a poster that is knowledgeable of these areas--Intown Homes---you could DM her--perhaps she will see your thread.
https://www.city-data.com/forum/atlan...ur-dekalb.html

The Ashford Park Elementary School area of Chamblee/Brookhaven would be good--other areas are more transitional.

[kagona]

Thanks. I have been reading those.

My place of employment would be right along the 85. I have no idea what typical commute times are like in Atlanta, but would love to keep it under 20 min if possible.

I am mostly concerned about safe, friendly areas right now, and trying to get an idea of what these areas are like.

[TakeAhike]

Originally Posted by kagona

Thanks. I have been reading those.

My place of employment would be right along the 85. I have no idea what typical commute times are like in Atlanta, but would love to keep it under 20 min if possible.

I am mostly concerned about safe, friendly areas right now, and trying to get an idea of what these areas are like.

along I85-do any of these streets sound familiar--Shallowford Rd, Chamblee-Tucker Rd,Buford Highway, Clairmont Rd, Peachtree Industrial Blvd?

Be as specific as possible--I know this area well and I am confused.

Chamblee--is not as safe in general as the Emory/N.Decatur area. You might find housing in your price range somewhere between Northlake Mall and Tucker. hth

[kagona]

Chamblee-Tucker Rd.

Is Atlanta that spread out that it would make a big difference? When I am looking at maps and communities, they only seem to be 5-10 miles away. Am I missing something?

Thank you so much! I will look at Emory/N. Decatur, as well as Tucker.

[TakeAhike]

Originally Posted by kagona

Chamblee-Tucker Rd.

Is Atlanta that spread out that it would make a big difference? When I am looking at maps and communities, they only seem to be 5-10 miles away. Am I missing something?

Thank you so much! I will look at Emory/N. Decatur, as well as Tucker.

Yes, Atlanta is the poster child for urban sprawl. Intown areas vary from neighborhood to neighborhood. I live between North Druid Hills and Clairmont--30329---about 5-10 minutes from Chamblee/Buford Highway corridor--lots of different communities in this area. Briarcliff Rd---from Clairmont to La Vista--homes from ? $300,000--some less now--to $1,000,000's---Tucker would be less--Briarcliff/La Vista--Northlake Mall. La Vista goes into Tucker--Chamblee-Tucker is nearby.
You will find more in your price range in the Tucker area. Henderson Mill Rd/Chamblee Tucker. Livsey Elementary/DeKalb County School District. Briar Vista Elementary--Shallowford Rd/La Vista Rd. Many choices for preschool/childcare in this area.
http://www.trulia.com/GA/Tucker/30084/

Intown Homes really could give some good suggestions.

https://www.city-data.com/forum/atlan...ur-dekalb.html

Scroll down to post #10 and click on her screen name --send a DM.

http://www.intownhomes247.com/

ETA: The McLendon Elementary School area/North DeKalb Mall/DeKalb Medical Center area--part of zipcode 30033 is another option. Lawrenceville Hwy--goes toward Tucker/Northlake Mall.

I'm not certain any map could provide the most accurate picture of metro Atlanta. Lawrenceville is about 15-20 miles from Tucker, FWIW. You could consider Lawrenceville--there would be significant traffic AM and PM.

[Kmae81]

I have posted a thread and no response yet.. I was also looking in to moving from North Carolina to the Dunwoody or Sandysprings area..Undesided trying to get as close to the Art Institute of Alanta as possible. Currently majoring in Culinary here in NC and want relocate to get my bachelors. Singlemom of four... 2 girl ages 11 and 8 and 2 boys ages 5 and 10 months. So can you please keep me posted on excellent public schools, daycares ( EVERYONE) family oriented neighborhoods that are safe, free of crime and drugs,,thank you and good luck to you also