The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30035 sells for about $245,227, or $131 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+1%), a market in balance. Homes take about 97 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,665 a month.
ZIP 30035 — Decatur
The 30035 housing market is currently characterized by a stable pricing environment with a median listing price of approximately $245,000. While inventory levels are sufficient to meet demand, the market is experiencing a slower pace of sales compared to previous periods. Overall, the area remains a balanced market for buyers and sellers, driven by its affordability relative to the broader Atlanta metro area.
This ZIP code is well-suited for first-time homebuyers, families, and commuters seeking relatively affordable housing options with convenient access to the Atlanta metro area.
Median prices moved up 1.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 97 days on market with 1.6 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
24% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.9% · poverty 21.5% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 30035, DeKalb County GA
Crime trends in the Decatur area are monitored by local law enforcement, with the ZIP code experiencing typical urban-suburban crime rates relative to the broader DeKalb County region.
Schools serving the 30035 area are part of the DeKalb County School District, which provides a range of public educational options with varying performance ratings.
The area is subject to standard regional climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and localized flooding, typical of the Georgia Piedmont region.
The area benefits from its proximity to the Atlanta employment core and ongoing infrastructure maintenance within DeKalb County, supporting a stable residential base.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Georgia) — Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction in the assessed value of the property; the state standard exemption is $2,000, which is subtracted from the assessed value before the millage rate is applied. State (Georgia) — Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment: Taxable tangible property is assessed at 40 percent of its fair market value. The formula for tax due is: ((Fair Market Value * 0.40) - Exemptions) * Millage Rate.
Residents typically commute via I-285 and I-20 to reach major employment hubs in downtown Atlanta and the surrounding metro area.
The area features access to local parks and community green spaces, with proximity to shopping and dining corridors along the Memorial Drive and Covington Highway axes.
The rental market in 30035 remains active with a mix of single-family and multi-family offerings, reflecting steady demand for affordable housing options in the Decatur area.
The local economy is driven by a mix of retail, service, and healthcare sectors, with many residents commuting to the broader Atlanta metropolitan area for employment.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-285 and I-20, facilitating regional transit and commuting.
Development activity is focused on residential infill and commercial revitalization along major transit corridors.
The DeKalb County Tax Commissioner and Appraisal Department manage property assessments and tax collections for the area.
Parcels are subject to DeKalb County school and municipal tax districts, with potential for specific utility or service district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and standard risk assessments for the Georgia area.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 30035 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Major commercial artery providing retail and dining options.
Various local community parks and green spaces serving the neighborhood.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).
Governs Ashwood
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