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Chamblee is city about 12 miles north of Atlanta still inside the I285 perimeter within Dekalb County. About 11,000 folks live in Chamblee. The median price of a house is $272,000. The median age is 28 and median household income is $48,000. It's one of the most diverse areas in the metro area. The shift toward an international population began in the 1980's as immigrants settled the area.
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Chamblee has undergone major population changes in the last 25 years. The mix of mostly hispanics, white, and Asians calls for an interesting neighborhood. One thing that's cool from all the immigrants are the choices of restaurants. You can find great ethnic food at reasonable prices. Chamblee is very convenient. You can get anywhere you want in Atlanta within 15-20 minutes. You can easily shop in Buckhead or Brookhaven. You can attend concerts and cultural events with no problem. Apartments are a little higher than anything OTP, but you can find good value for your money. The biggest drawback is the crime. If you live near Atlanta, you're going to deal with crime. But Chamblee consistently ranks in the top 5 for the entire metro. It has a reputation for rival gangs wreaking havoc on the city. Also, I don't find Chamblee all that attractive, either with buildings or landscape. There are some nice apartments such as the Battery, which has received good reviews. But I wouldn't rent anything on Buford Highway. There are some good eateries but a lot of it's trashy. In general, it's not the worst area so I give it a thumbs up.
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