Olmsted parkways, grand old homes, and Emory next door.
Winding, tree-lined streets laid out by the firm of Frederick Law Olmsted, early-1900s homes on big wooded lots, Fernbank’s old-growth forest and Emory University right in the neighborhood. Here’s what it’s really like to live in Druid Hills, and what to know before you buy or sell.
- $1.05M
- Median sale price for single-family homes in Druid Hills, past 12 months (FMLS)
- 6 parks
- In Olmsted Linear Park, about 45 acres of green space along Ponce de Leon Avenue
- 65 acres
- Fernbank Forest, one of the largest old-growth urban forests in the country
- 1893
- Year Olmsted’s firm began planning Druid Hills; the historic district joined the National Register in 1979
Last updated: November 2026 · Market data from FMLS, Druid Hills, Nov 2025–Oct 2026
Is Druid Hills right for you?
Druid Hills is a fit if you want a quiet, leafy, historic neighborhood with big lots and real architecture, plus parks, museums and Emory close by. Homes here are some of intown Atlanta’s most sought-after, so buyers do best when they come prepared.
Historic homes on big lots
Tudor, Colonial Revival, Craftsman and Mediterranean homes from the early 1900s, set back on deep, wooded lots.
Parks and old-growth forest
Six linear parks along Ponce, Fernbank Forest’s trails and Callanwolde’s gardens, all close to home.
Emory and the CDC nearby
Emory University, Emory hospitals and the CDC are on Clifton Road, with Emory Village’s shops and cafes close by.
Where is Druid Hills?
Druid Hills is a historic neighborhood on Atlanta’s east side, stretching along Ponce de Leon Avenue from Poncey-Highland and Virginia-Highland toward Decatur, with Candler Park and Lake Claire to the south and Emory University on its north side. It covers parts of ZIP codes 30307, 30306, 30329 and 30333. Developer Joel Hurt brought in Frederick Law Olmsted’s firm to design it starting in 1893, and Coca-Cola founder Asa Candler’s company finished building it out in the early 1900s. Most of Druid Hills is in unincorporated DeKalb County, and one section is inside the City of Atlanta.
Getting around
- By car: Ponce de Leon Avenue runs west to Midtown and east to Decatur, and North Decatur Road and Clifton Road connect you to Emory and I-85.
- Transit: There’s no MARTA rail station in Druid Hills, but MARTA buses run along Ponce and North Decatur, and Emory runs its own Cliff shuttles.
- On foot or bike: Olmsted Linear Park’s paths, Emory Village and Fernbank are all walkable from many streets.
See Druid Hills for yourself
Shannon shows you why people love living in Druid Hills: the historic homes, the tree-lined streets and the parks, all just minutes from intown Atlanta.
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Around the neighborhood
Local favorites
- Double Zero, Neapolitan pizza and pasta in Emory Village
- The General Muir, a deli and bakery near Emory
- Sarah O’s Donuts, a local favorite for a sweet stop
- SriThai Kitchen, Thai food near Emory
- Dave’s Cosmic Subs, subs with a rock ’n’ roll vibe
- Druid Hills Golf Club, a private club on Clifton Road
Druid Hills market update: November 2026
Over the past 12 months (November 2025 to October 2026), 59 single-family homes sold in Druid Hills, with a median sale price of $1,045,000 and a median of 20 days on the market. In October there were 29 active listings. Condos and townhomes are rare inside Druid Hills itself; most buyers looking for one shop nearby in Emory, Toco Hills or North Druid Hills.
Single-family homes
- $1,045,000
- Median sale price
- 20
- Median days on market
- 29
- Active listings
Source: FMLS, November 2025–October 2026, Druid Hills single-family homes. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Homes in Druid Hills
Most homes here were built from the 1910s through the 1930s in Tudor, Colonial Revival, Craftsman and Mediterranean styles, often on deep, wooded lots, with mid-century ranches and some newer homes mixed in. Over the past 12 months, the median sale price for single-family homes in Druid Hills was $1,045,000, according to FMLS.
Three things buyers should know
- Check which side of the line you’re on. Most of Druid Hills is unincorporated DeKalb County, but one section is in the City of Atlanta. That changes your taxes, services and schools.
- It’s a historic district. Exterior changes, additions and new construction go through historic preservation review, so plan ahead before you renovate.
- Inspect older homes and big trees. Many homes are close to 100 years old. Add a sewer scope, check the foundation, roof, wiring and plumbing, and have large trees near the house looked at.
Tips for buyers in Druid Hills
- Get fully pre-approved before you start touring, so you can move the day a home lists.
- Confirm the school zone for each address; parts of Druid Hills are DeKalb County Schools and parts are Atlanta Public Schools.
- Budget for a sewer scope and a thorough inspection on any older home.
- Check DeKalb County property taxes and file your homestead exemption after closing.
- Ask about historic district rules before you plan additions, new windows or new construction.
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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.