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Historic area once called Little Vietnam for residents seeking the PGA Tour Championship and an urban farm.

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49 Daniel Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
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2668 Hosea L Williams Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30317
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235 Candler Road SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
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2915 Alston Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
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2882 Alston Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
5 Beds 5 Baths 3,700 Sq.Ft.
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2877 Alexa Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
5 Beds 5 Baths 3,560 Sq.Ft.
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99 Candler Road SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,219 Sq.Ft.
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99 Candler Road SE, Atlanta, GA 30032
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,219 Sq.Ft.
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98 Candler Road SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
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Welcome to East Lake

It is the easternmost neighborhood in Atlanta, lying between Decatur and Oakhurst. It's bordered on the north by Oakhurst, on the south by Glenwood Avenue, and on the west by Kirkwood and East Atlanta. Access to I-20 is easy. Downtown is just 4.5 miles away.
 
East Lake is also one of the oldest neighborhoods in Atlanta. Here, you'll find the second-oldest home in the city, the antebellum home of Colonel Robert A. Alston, a Civil War officer, dating from 1856.
 
At the beginning of the 20th century, well-to-do families from Atlanta made East Lake a popular recreation spot. Among the attractions were an amusement park and the East Lake Golf Club, founded in 1904. The clubhouse was designed by well-known architect, Philip Trammell Shutze.
 
It was at East Lake Golf Club, the oldest in the city, that legendary golfer Bobby Jones, who retired in 1930, played both his first and last games. By the 1960s, the golf course and the surrounding community had begun to deteriorate. A public housing project built in the 1970s added to the urban decline, and within 20 years, East Lake had earned the name "Little Vietnam," since crime and drug traffic made it feel like a war zone to city police. The crime rate was 18 times higher than the national average. Golfers stopped playing the course.
 
But in the late 1990s, as the city began to tear down housing projects, there was an effort to reclaim and renew East Lake. The East Lake Foundation was established to help bring about the transformation, working with public and private partners and residents of the community. This vision of urban renewal involved a new model of gentrification.
 
Local real estate developer Tom Cousins, Warren Buffett and other investors created a nonprofit consultantcy, Purpose Built Communities, to create mixed-income housing, ensure quality schools and give residents access to job counseling and child care.
 
With its transformation into a magnificent golf course again, the East Lake Golf Club provided a sustainable revenue source. Today, the course is the scene of the PGA Tour Championship. And there's also a nine-hole public course, Charlie Yates Golf Course, designed by Rees Jones, with skyline views.
 
East Lake is now a vibrant eastside neighborhood where singles, young families and long-time residents who weathered the area's decline live. Housing stock includes historic bungalows and cottages, Tudors and ranch homes with a wide range of prices.
 
The East Lake Neighborhood Community Association (ELNCA) was established by concerned residents who wanted to increase communication between neighbors about issues that were affecting their lives. The group has a large membership and meets monthly.
 
The neighborhood association sponsors an annual tour of homes and an Easter egg hunt and operates the East Lake Community Learning Garden & Urban Farm, where residents grow organic produce.
 
The ELNCA also runs a Micro-Entrepreneur Accelerator Program, which affords residents an opportunity to work with mentors in various professions as they launch businesses. Low-cost loans are available.
 
A Cox Enterprises grant allows the ELCNA to support the Neighbor in Need Emergency Fund for elderly residents who need help with small home repairs.
 
As part of the revitalization of East Lake, Atlanta established its first charter school, Drew Charter School. East Lake students are given priority. The neighborhood is also served by East Lake Elementary School, Coan Middle School and Grady High School.

Overview for East Lake, GA

3,466 people live in East Lake, where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $67,356. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,466

Total Population

41 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$67,356

Average individual Income

Around East Lake, GA

There's plenty to do around East Lake, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
39
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
42
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including EAV Cafe, Dom Beijos, and The Spindle.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
EAV Cafe Logo
Dining 2.72 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Dom Beijos Logo
Dining 1.27 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
The Spindle Logo
Shopping 3.9 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Musette Logo
Active 3.82 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Deborah Tawil LMT, NMT Logo
Beauty 1.73 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
LK Hair Studio Logo
Beauty 4.71 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for East Lake, GA

Population Households Employment

East Lake has 1,344 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in East Lake do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,466 people call East Lake home. The population density is 16,249.684 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,466

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41

Median Age

52.42 / 47.58%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,344

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$67,356

Average individual Income

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Schools in East Lake, GA

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The following schools are within or nearby East Lake. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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