A world of food, a city on the rise.
One of DeKalb County’s oldest cities, just inside and around I-285, with Buford Highway’s global restaurants, a MARTA rail station, and the old GM plant reborn as Assembly Atlanta.
- $405K
- Median sale price, ZIP 30340 (past 12 months)
- 1871
- Year Doraville was incorporated
- 1947–2008
- Years the GM Doraville plant built cars
- 16 days
- Median days on market, ZIP 30340
Last updated: November 2026 · Market data from FMLS, ZIP 30340, Nov 2025–Oct 2026
Is Doraville right for you?
Doraville tends to fit buyers who want a close-in suburb with rail access, one of metro Atlanta’s best international food scenes, and prices below nearby Brookhaven and Dunwoody.
Buford Highway eats
Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, Mexican and more, plus big international markets like Super H-Mart and the Buford Highway Farmers Market.
Easy access
Doraville MARTA station, I-285 and Peachtree Industrial put Midtown, Perimeter and the airport within reach.
Room to grow
The former GM plant site is now Assembly Atlanta, a major studio and mixed-use redevelopment.
Where is Doraville?
Doraville sits in north DeKalb County where I-285 meets Buford Highway and Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, bordered by Chamblee, Dunwoody, Tucker and Norcross. Downtown Atlanta is about 15 miles south.
Getting around
- Doraville MARTA station is the northern end of the Gold Line, with trains to Midtown, Downtown and the airport.
- I-285 and Peachtree Industrial Boulevard run through the city.
- Chamblee, Brookhaven and Perimeter Center are each a short drive away.
See Doraville for yourself
Shannon shows you around Doraville: Buford Highway food, local markets, neighborhoods and what makes this close-in DeKalb city worth a look.
Local favorites
- Buford Highway, global restaurants, bakeries and cafés
- Super H-Mart, a huge Korean and international grocery
- Buford Highway Farmers Market, international foods under one roof
- Lan Zhou Ramen, hand-pulled noodles
- Matcha Café Maiko, matcha soft serve and drinks
- Assembly Atlanta, the studio campus on the former GM plant site
Doraville market update: November 2026
In ZIP 30340 over the past 12 months (Nov 2025–Oct 2026), 158 homes sold at a median of $405,000, with a median of 16 days on the market. Homes sold at about 98.7% of list price, and there were 50 homes for sale in October.
- $405,000
- Median sale price
- 16
- Median days on market
- 50
- Active listings
Source: FMLS InfoSparks, ZIP 30340, all residential, Nov 2025–Oct 2026. We use ZIP data because the City of Doraville filter had too few sales; ZIP 30340 also includes some homes outside city limits, so a close, not exact, picture. Updated monthly.
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Homes in Doraville
Doraville grew up around the railroad and was incorporated in 1871, then boomed after General Motors opened its plant in 1947. Today you’ll find mid-century brick ranches and split-levels on established streets, plus townhomes and newer infill near the city center. The median sale price in ZIP 30340 was $405,000 over the past 12 months, according to FMLS.
Three things buyers should know
- Confirm the city limits. A Doraville mailing address isn’t always the City of Doraville, which affects taxes and services.
- Homes move quickly. With a median of 16 days on market, be ready to tour and offer fast.
- Inspect mid-century homes carefully. Ranches from the 1950s and 60s can need updates to roofs, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and sewer lines.
Tips for buyers in Doraville
- Get pre-approved before you tour so you can move quickly.
- Compare commute options: MARTA, I-285 and Peachtree Industrial.
- Ask about planned redevelopment near Assembly and the city center.
- Look up school assignments for any address you’re considering.
- Budget for an inspection and a sewer scope on older homes.
Q3 2026 Doraville Neighborhood Guide
Market stats, local favorites and what to know before you buy in Doraville, in one free download.
Shannon Williams, PhD
About 20 years in education before real estate, and I still work like a teacher: one clear step at a time, no question too basic. Nearly 300 Atlanta families helped. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, selling, relocating to Atlanta, or looking for an agent who welcomes LGBTQ+ clients, I’ll walk you through every step.