Chamblee is a DeKalb County city with rail-town roots, a MARTA station, Antique Row, Keswick Park and Buford Highway’s famous international food scene, just northeast of Brookhaven. If you’re thinking about buying here, here’s what to know and my step-by-step guide.
Want the big picture first? See my Chamblee neighborhood guide for the video tour, market update and local favorites.
Chamblee at a glance
- Location: DeKalb County city, about 12 miles northeast of Downtown Atlanta
- Neighbors: Brookhaven, Doraville, Dunwoody and Tucker
- Median sale price: $540,000 across ZIP 30341 (past 12 months)
- Days on market: 21 (median)
- Transit: Chamblee MARTA station (Gold Line), I-285, I-85
- Schools: DeKalb County School District
A little history
Chamblee grew up at the junction of the railroad and the old Roswell Railroad, and it was incorporated on August 17, 1908. One story says the Postal Service picked the name from a petition when the proposed name, Roswell Junction, was too close to Roswell. In 1917, dairy land here became Camp Gordon, a World War I training camp with about 40,000 personnel and 1,200 buildings, which sparked a building boom. The site later became a Navy flight training center and is now DeKalb–Peachtree Airport.
What it’s like to live in Chamblee
Chamblee mixes small-city life with big-city convenience. Buford Highway brings one of the region’s most diverse food scenes, Antique Row keeps the town’s history alive with vintage shopping, and Keswick Park offers 45 acres of trails, fields and playgrounds. Downtown Chamblee has restaurants and breweries near the MARTA station, and Brookhaven and Buckhead are minutes away.
Homes and prices
You’ll find 1950s ranches and bungalows in Huntley Hills and other established neighborhoods, plus new townhomes, condos and apartments near downtown and Peachtree Boulevard. Across ZIP 30341, 273 homes sold over the past 12 months at a median of $540,000, about the same as the year before, with a median of 21 days on the market. In October there were 120 homes for sale, more than a year ago.
Who Chamblee fits
Chamblee tends to fit buyers who want MARTA access, a mix of mid-century homes and new townhomes, and one of metro Atlanta’s most diverse food scenes, close to Brookhaven and Buckhead. If you want a quieter setting with no airport traffic overhead, check where a home sits relative to DeKalb–Peachtree Airport.
My step-by-step guide to buying in Chamblee
Step 1: Get fully pre-approved
Know your budget and monthly payment before you tour.
Step 2: Decide: ranch or townhome
Mid-century ranches usually come with yards and older systems, while new townhomes come with HOA fees and less upkeep.
Step 3: Use the extra inventory
With 120 homes for sale in October, compare carefully and ask about price or concessions.
Step 4: Check airport and road noise
Homes near DeKalb–Peachtree Airport, Peachtree Boulevard or I-285 may hear more noise. Visit at different times.
Step 5: Inspect carefully
For older homes, get a full inspection and a sewer scope. For new construction, still get an independent inspection.
Step 6: Check the school zone
Chamblee is served by the DeKalb County School District. Confirm the zone for the exact address.
Step 7: Test your routine
Ride MARTA from Chamblee station, then spend an evening on Buford Highway.
Local favorites in Chamblee
- Buford Highway, international restaurants and markets
- Antique Row, the historic vintage shopping district
- Keswick Park, 45 acres with trails, fields and playgrounds
- DeKalb–Peachtree Airport, with a playground for plane-watching
- Downtown Chamblee, restaurants and breweries near MARTA
Chamblee FAQ
How much do homes cost in Chamblee?
Across ZIP 30341, homes sold for a median of $540,000 over the past 12 months, according to FMLS.
When was Chamblee incorporated?
August 17, 1908.
What was Camp Gordon?
A World War I training camp built in Chamblee in 1917; the site is now DeKalb–Peachtree Airport.
Is there MARTA in Chamblee?
Yes. The Chamblee station is on the Gold Line.
What schools serve Chamblee?
The DeKalb County School District. Confirm the zone for each address.
Ready to explore Chamblee?
Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, selling, relocating to Atlanta, or looking for an agent who welcomes LGBTQ+ clients, I’d love to help you find your place in Chamblee. Start with my Chamblee neighborhood guide, or call or text me at 404-643-2013.