Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to Brookhaven, GA
$632,500Median listing price
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About Brookhaven
Brookhaven is a city in northern DeKalb County, bordering Atlanta's Buckhead district. Its 2020 U.S. census population was 56,761.
Home prices in Brookhaven
The median listing price in Brookhaven is $632,500.
Top places in Brookhaven
- Town Brookhaven — mixed-use district with dining, shopping, and residences
- The Dresden Drive restaurant corridor
- Murphey Candler Park (lake, trails, ball fields)
- Blackburn Park
- Oglethorpe University's historic campus
Commuting from Brookhaven
- Roughly 10 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta; typically 20–30 minutes by car via Peachtree Road or I-85. MARTA Gold Line rail service at Brookhaven/Oglethorpe station.
Schools in Brookhaven
Public schools: DeKalb County School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Brookhaven FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Brookhaven, GA?
The median listing price in Brookhaven is $632,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Brookhaven, GA?
Roughly 10 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta; typically 20–30 minutes by car via Peachtree Road or I-85. MARTA Gold Line rail service at Brookhaven/Oglethorpe station. - Which school district serves Brookhaven, GA?
Brookhaven is served by DeKalb County School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.