Welcome to Lake Claire, Georgia
Located on the east side of Atlanta, the community of Lake Claire comprises around 1,200 homes and 3,159 residents. It is situated in DeKalb County, east of Candler Park, north of Kirkwood, west of Decatur, and south of Druid Hills.
Lake Claire is known for its eclectic mix of home styles that blend traditional and contemporary. You'll find midcentury brick cottages, Craftsman bungalows, midcentury moderns, coastal cottages, urban condos, new townhomes, and more. You'll also find some unique community green spaces such as the Lake Claire Community Land Trust, a 1.7-acre property that includes more than 50 community garden beds, a playground, a stage and amphitheater, a sauna, a pond, and a children’s garden.
The median home value in Lake Claire is $582,703, and 80 percent of residents own their homes. The current median sales price is $718,500, and home sales are up 62.5 percent compared to last year, with an average of 33 days on the market. In October 2022, around 15.4 percent of homes in Lake Claire sold above their list price. (source: Redfin)
Lake Claire has a low crime rate and access to many excellent public and private schools. Sections of Lake Claire lie in the Candler Park Historic District, which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Events: The Lake Claire Neighbors group is an excellent resource for those interested in this community. The website details the area’s rich history and has an active events calendar, plus details on zoning, shopping, public services, schools, places of worship, and more.
