Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to Lake City, GA
$202,283Median listing price
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About Lake City
Lake City is a small city in northern Clayton County, about 12 miles south of downtown Atlanta. Its 2020 U.S. census population was 2,952.
Home prices in Lake City
The median listing price in Lake City is $202,283.
Top places in Lake City
- The city's quiet residential streets
- Nearby: the Fort Gillem redevelopment area
- Nearby: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Nearby: the Clayton County International Park
- Nearby: downtown Forest Park
Commuting from Lake City
- Roughly 12 miles south of downtown Atlanta; typically 20–30 minutes by car via I-75 or Forest Parkway. No MARTA rail service in Clayton County; MARTA bus routes serve nearby corridors.
Schools in Lake City
Public schools: Clayton County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Lake City FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lake City, GA?
The median listing price in Lake City is $202,283. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Lake City, GA?
Roughly 12 miles south of downtown Atlanta; typically 20–30 minutes by car via I-75 or Forest Parkway. No MARTA rail service in Clayton County; MARTA bus routes serve nearby corridors. - Which school district serves Lake City, GA?
Lake City is served by Clayton County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.