Railroad roots, MARTA convenience.
A Tri-Cities city about 7 miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta, named for the east end of the Atlanta & West Point Railroad, with a MARTA station, historic downtown and some of the most affordable homes close to the city and the airport.
- $247K
- Median sale price, ZIP 30344 (past 12 months)
- 1887
- Year East Point received its first city charter
- ~7 mi
- Southwest of Downtown Atlanta
- MARTA
- East Point station on the Red and Gold Lines
Last updated: November 2026 · Market data from FMLS, ZIP 30344, Nov 2025–Oct 2026
Is East Point right for you?
East Point tends to fit buyers who want an affordable home close to Atlanta and the airport, MARTA rail access, and a historic downtown that’s growing.
Close to everything
About 7 miles to Downtown and minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
Rail access
East Point MARTA station on the Red and Gold Lines.
Value close in
Bungalows, brick ranches and mid-century homes at prices below most intown neighborhoods.
Where is East Point?
East Point sits in south Fulton County about 7 miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta, next to College Park and Hapeville; together they’re known as the Tri-Cities. Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is just to the south.
Getting around
- East Point MARTA station is on the Red and Gold Lines, with trains to Downtown, Midtown and the airport.
- I-85, I-285 and Langford Parkway (GA-166) all run nearby.
- Camp Creek Parkway connects to Camp Creek Marketplace and the airport.
Local favorites
- Historic downtown East Point, the civic block, shops and restaurants
- Dick Lane Velodrome, a 1974 cycling track in Sumner Park
- Camp Creek Marketplace, shopping and dining on Camp Creek Parkway
- East Point MARTA station, rail to Downtown and the airport
- Nearby College Park and Hapeville, the rest of the Tri-Cities
East Point market update: November 2026
In ZIP 30344 over the past 12 months (Nov 2025–Oct 2026), 259 homes sold at a median of $247,000, with a median of 31 days on the market. Homes sold at about 98.4% of list price, and there were 146 homes for sale in October.
- $247,000
- Median sale price
- 31
- Median days on market
- 146
- Active listings
Source: FMLS InfoSparks, ZIP 30344, all residential, Nov 2025–Oct 2026. We use ZIP data because the City of East Point filter had fewer sales; ZIP 30344 also includes some homes outside city limits, so a close, not exact, picture. Updated monthly.
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Homes in East Point
East Point was founded as a railroad terminus in 1870 and chartered in 1887. Today you’ll find early 1900s bungalows near downtown, mid-century brick ranches, townhomes and some new infill. The median sale price in ZIP 30344 was $247,000 over the past 12 months, according to FMLS.
Thinking about buying here? Read my step-by-step guide to buying a home in East Point.
Three things buyers should know
- Confirm the city limits. An East Point address isn’t always inside the City of East Point, which affects taxes and services.
- Check airport noise. Some streets sit under flight paths; visit at different times of day.
- Inspect older homes carefully. Bungalows and mid-century homes can need updates to roofs, wiring, plumbing and sewer lines.
Tips for buyers in East Point
- Get pre-approved before you tour so you can move quickly on well-priced homes.
- Compare streets near downtown and MARTA with quieter neighborhoods.
- Ask about down payment assistance programs that may apply.
- Look up school assignments for any address you’re considering.
- Budget for an inspection and a sewer scope on older homes.
Q3 2026 Tri-Cities Neighborhood Guide
East Point, College Park and Hapeville: market stats, local favorites and what to know before you buy, 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.