Welcome to Brookhaven

A fashionable yet family-friendly Dekalb county neighborhood balancing an interesting combination of trendy hotspots with traditional community enhancements. Strong infrastructure, proximity to major highways, and MARTA rail service add to the ease of Brookhaven living.
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Key Details

Attributes

trendy, traditional, family-friendly, young professional, great people-watching, transit, residential, walkable, laidback, parks & rec, festivals, community, spirit, country clubs, energetic, developing, busy

LOCATED IN ATLANTA, GA

Commute Times
Atlanta Airport 35m by train, 40m by car
Buckhead 10m by train, 10m by car
Downtown Atlanta 25m by train, 20m by car
Piedmont Park 25m by train, 20m by car
Boundaries
East to West Clairmont Rd. & Chamblee Dunwoody Rd. to Peachtree Dunwoody Rd.
North to South I-285N to Buford Hwy
Nearby Neighborhoods Buckhead, Chamblee, Dunwoody

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Brookhaven:
A burgeoning young city striking a chord for residents.

Once considered the west Buckhead suburbs, Brookhaven incorporated as a city in 2012. Centered around Oglethorpe University, the area draws its character from a varied mix of residents in affluent country club subdivisions and academic enclaves, as well as a vibrant demographic of young professionals.

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What to expect:
A planned cityscape designed to put residents at ease and foster camaraderie.

Brookhaven folks crow about the safety and walkability of the neighborhood. And for good reason. Creating a thriving live/work/shop community has been high priority as the young city strengthens its influence.

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The lifestyle:
Cheery neighborhood activities and a lively entertainment scene.

Restaurants and nightlife add sophistication to the local flavor while a laid-back suburban feel prevails. Dynamic festivals and popular gatherings draw attention throughout the year.

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Unexpected appeal
Connectivity to other parts of the city.

The MARTA commuter rail gold line serves Brookhaven, giving an option to avoid the dreaded Atlanta traffic, and the Brookhaven branch of the Peachtree Greenway project will link into The Beltline accessing miles of pedestrian and bike trails paths throughout the city.

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The market:
Diverse home offerings in high price-points.

Homes go quickly in Brookhaven, so if you find a place you love, be prepared to make a competitive offer on the spot. Inventory includes stately homes in impressive country clubs, winsome cottages, bungalows, dynamic mid-century renovations, and modern apartments/condos/townhome developments.

Diverse home offerings in high price-points.
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You'll fall in love
Tree-lined neighborhoods, a strong school system, and convenient amenities.

Spending a day puttering around Brookhaven might end the debate on where to settle. Stroll with the kids, wave at the neighbors, meet friends at a cafe, or plan which park suits the group for the next rec sports challenge.

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