Eskimo Heights in Scottdale

Eskimo Heights
Homes for Sale in Scottdale, GA

All 10 homes for sale in Scottdale, GA · median $378,500 · 40 homes for sale in 30079

Community in Scottdale · DeKalb County · ZIP 30079
Median sale $272K
Free · No obligation
Talk to a Eskimo Heights Expert

True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.

Photo courtesy of Irina Averyanov, Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta · via Georgia MLS

Built fromLive Georgia MLS data2 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

As of October 2026, Eskimo Heights in Scottdale, GA has 3 homes for sale. Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 4 recorded sales closed at a median of $272,500, $203 per square foot, a median 10 days on market, sellers accepting 104% of original asking. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1948–2026 with 1 new construction; 3 listings state no HOA; none of the 6 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 999 ft). At the median price and DeKalb County's 2025 rate of 34.42 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,750.

Last 30 days in Eskimo Heights: 2 new listings (median asking $208,000). As of October 12, 2026, Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

Live · Eskimo Heights Housing Pulse Georgia MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$272K
Median sold · 12 mo
$203/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $203 in 2026
104.4%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
9.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
10days
Median DOM · closed
10 days at the 2026 low
0%
Under contract
DeKalb: 18% (513 of 2,868)
3 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
4
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 3 a year
Track record · 2 years of records
1,221sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales

Homes For Sale Right Now in Eskimo Heights

Live MLS inventory for Eskimo Heights. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Eskimo Heights listings as of 2026-10-10, priced high to low. Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Tap any home to ask about it.

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Eskimo Heights is trading at a median of $272,500, with price per square foot landing at $202.95 — figures that put it in the more accessible end of DeKalb County pricing. With only 4 closings in the current window, this is a thin data set, and any single sale can move the median more than it would in a higher-volume community. Treat the numbers as directional rather than a hard ceiling or floor.

A median of just 10 days on market signals that whatever does list here is moving fast, which points to tight supply rather than heavy buyer traffic across many active listings. For a seller, that argues for pricing close to recent comparables and being ready to move on an accepted offer quickly. For a buyer, it means having financing and decision-making lined up before you tour, not after.

Eskimo Heights Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 20, 2026

Eskimo Heights right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 9.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Georgia MLS records, as of September 20, 2026. Confidence: Medium (3 active and pending listings, 4 closed sales in 12 months).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

· Updated October 13, 2026 · Live data: Georgia MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Eskimo Heights market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $272K ($203 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 10 days on market for closed sales, and 9.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market.

In ZIP 30079 (Scottdale), 74 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $586K ($260/sq ft), down 1.9% year over year, with a median 21 days on market. Right now 20 active and 3 pending listings put supply at about 6.2 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 30079 housing market.

Georgia MLS sales records identify 12 homes in Eskimo Heights that have changed hands since 2023, built between 1948 and 2026 (median 2006), with a median living area of about 1,736 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Georgia MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community. Georgia has no statewide parcel roll comparable to Florida’s DOR file, so ownership and homestead shares are not shown.

Eskimo Heights sits in Scottdale, within DeKalb County, and current MLS activity shows no community amenities identified — this reads as a straightforward residential pocket rather than an amenity-driven development, so the value case rests on the home and lot itself.

Best for

  • Targeting a lower price-per-square-foot entry point within DeKalb County.
  • Prepared to move quickly with financing in place given the fast turnover pace.
  • Comfortable evaluating a home on its own merits rather than relying on community amenities.

Probably not for

  • Expecting on-site community amenities as part of the purchase.
  • Wanting a large pool of active comparables before committing to an offer.
  • Needing extended negotiation time in a market currently moving in about 10 days.

Listing locations from Georgia MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Schools

In short
  • DeKalb County School System
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Avondale · Elementary
  • Druid Hills · Middle
  • Druid Hills · High

District figures are official Georgia (GOSA) 2024-25 data. Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Eskimo Heights listings and can change; always confirm with the DeKalb County School System for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Eskimo Heights address.

If we were buying in Eskimo Heights today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Eskimo Heights.

Best Buy
Buying for value on a per-square-foot basis in a DeKalb County location without a built-in amenity package.
Biggest Risk
The four-closing sample is small enough that the median price and price per square foot can shift quickly with the next sale.
Sweet Spot
Buyers comfortable moving decisively on a well-priced listing without waiting for a large pool of comparable options.
Avoid If
Needing a community with established shared amenities, since none are identified from current MLS listings.

A Thin, Fast-Moving Market

With a median price of $272,500 and price per square foot at $202.95, Eskimo Heights sits well below the per-square-foot figures common in more amenitized or newer-build DeKalb communities. That gap is worth investigating property by property — it can reflect smaller square footage, older construction, or renovation needs, any of which changes the math on a purchase.

The 10-day median days on market is the more telling number here. In a four-closing window, that pace suggests homes are being absorbed quickly once listed, which is a seller-favorable signal even with limited transaction volume. Buyers should expect to compete on speed and terms rather than assuming room to negotiate on price.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Eskimo Heights. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

A four-closing window means public comps alone will not tell you much — you need someone tracking this pocket of Scottdale closely enough to know what each of those recent sales actually looked like on the inside. Momentum pulls that context together so you are pricing or offering against real condition and terms, not just a median.

Eskimo Heights in 15 seconds.

Best forBuying for value on a per-square-foot basis in a DeKalb County location without a built-in amenity package.
Biggest advantageFast absorption — a 10-day median days-on-market points to limited time sitting once a home lists.
Biggest riskThe four-closing sample is small enough that the median price and price per square foot can shift quickly with the next sale.
Sweet spotBuyers comfortable moving decisively on a well-priced listing without waiting for a large pool of comparable options.
Avoid ifNeeding a community with established shared amenities, since none are identified from current MLS listings.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Eskimo Heights homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Eskimo Heights.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Eskimo Heights sales matched to your home.

What is your Eskimo Heights home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Eskimo Heights, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

See all homes for sale in Scottdale →

Real comps, not an automated estimate.

Recently off market in Eskimo Heights

Homes in Eskimo Heights that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 1 on record.

Eskimo Heights key facts
LocationScottdale, DeKalb County, GA · ZIP 30079
Home types (current listings and sales)single-family 100%
Amenities listed by sellersNone, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Near Public Transport, Near Shopping, Park, Pool
Sale prices, last 12 months$272,500 median across 4 closed sales · $203 per sq ft
Days on market (closed sales)10 median
For sale right now3 active, 0 pending · median asking $223,000 · 9.0 months of supply

Data as of September 20, 2026. Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Eskimo Heights key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/eskimo-heights, data as of September 20, 2026.

Just listed in Eskimo Heights Homes for Sale: 3 Homes

The newest homes for sale in Eskimo Heights Homes for Sale: 3 Homes right now, newest first. Each link opens the full listing with every photo, the price history and a tour request.

Checked against the MLS Oct 13, 2026. All new listings in this market.

Every Home for Sale in Eskimo Heights Right Now (3)

All 3 active and pending Eskimo Heights listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

Recent Developments in Eskimo Heights

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Eskimo Heights, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.

  1. September 2026
    Infrastructure

    Atlanta City Council advances resolution for 22-mile Beltline rail roadmap

    A resolution from Council Member Kelsea Bond asks the mayor, MARTA and Beltline leaders to build an implementation and funding roadmap for a $3.5 billion, 22-mile light rail loop. A full Council vote was scheduled for Sept. 21, with a proposed Jan. 26, 2027 deadline for the roadmap. Public comment on the Beltline transit plan closes Nov. 3, 2026.

    What it may mean for the marketIf funded, Beltline rail could improve transit access to intown neighborhoods and job centers, though no construction start or first segment has been set. The site is about 6 miles west of Eskimo Heights.

    Source: Axios Atlanta
  2. September 2026
    Development

    Chamblee City Center nears groundbreaking with 340 apartments and 29,000 sq ft of retail

    Greystar and Vantage Realty Partners plan a 340-unit multifamily project with about 29,000 square feet of retail and nearly 3 acres of open space on a 7.2-acre site near Chamblee City Hall and the Chamblee MARTA station. Financial closing is expected in mid to late October 2026 with groundbreaking soon after, and the commercial portion targets fall 2027 delivery. The plan includes a 673-space garage and a 1.5-acre central lawn.

    What it may mean for the marketThe project would add rental housing, restaurants and shops within walking distance of Chamblee MARTA rail, improving transit-linked retail access and housing supply in the area. The project is about 7 miles northwest of Eskimo Heights, elsewhere in DeKalb County.

    Source: Hoodline
  3. August 2026
    Development

    Dunwoody Planning Commission backs 33 townhomes at 4891 Ashford Dunwoody Road

    The Dunwoody Planning Commission voted unanimously on Aug. 11 to recommend rezoning the 3.42-acre LifeSouth Blood Bank site from Office-Industrial to Perimeter Center (PC-3) for 33 three-bedroom rear-load townhomes. Estimated prices are about $500,000 for the 1,500 square foot plan and $650,000 for the 2,100 square foot plan. The same meeting advanced a 24-home subdivision on Roberts Drive and approved a 10,000 square foot indoor pickleball facility at the Marcus Jewish Community Center.

    What it may mean for the marketIf approved, the project would add owner-occupied for-sale units to the Perimeter Center employment area, adding to nearby housing inventory within a short commute of offices and the MARTA station. The project is about 10 miles northwest of Eskimo Heights, elsewhere in DeKalb County.

    Source: Rough Draft Atlanta

Development alerts for Eskimo HeightsGet a short monthly email when something new is approved, funded, or opens near Eskimo Heights.

A monthly email from Momentum Realty. Unsubscribe anytime. See our privacy and disclosures.

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

How much local inventory is already under contract

13% of homes for sale in ZIP 30079 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-10-13).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Eskimo Heights?
The median sale price in Eskimo Heights was $272K over the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 (4 closed sales, Georgia MLS).
How long do homes in Eskimo Heights take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 took a median 10 days on market (4 sales, Georgia MLS).
Is Eskimo Heights a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 20, 2026, Eskimo Heights leans toward buyers: 9.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Georgia MLS live counts).
Who is the best real estate agent for Eskimo Heights?
The best agent for Eskimo Heights is one who actively works Scottdale and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Eskimo Heights.
How do I find a top Scottdale real estate agent who knows Eskimo Heights?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Eskimo Heights and the wider Scottdale area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Eskimo Heights?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Eskimo Heights purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Eskimo Heights, and what county is it in?
Eskimo Heights is in Scottdale, DeKalb County, GA, ZIP 30079.
Targeting a lower price-per-square-foot entry point within DeKalb County.Excellent fit
Prepared to move quickly with financing in place given the fast turnover pace.Excellent fit
Comfortable evaluating a home on its own merits rather than relying on community amenities.Excellent fit
Expecting on-site community amenities as part of the purchase.Probably not
Wanting a large pool of active comparables before committing to an offer.Probably not
Needing extended negotiation time in a market currently moving in about 10 days.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsGeorgia MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 10, 2026)
Community market statsGeorgia MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20, 2026
Under-contract sharesGeorgia MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2024 (8 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Georgia DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Georgia MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Own a home here?

You just read the data. Now see what your home is worth.

The numbers on this page move markets in the aggregate. The number that matters to you is what a buyer pays for your address. Momentum will price yours against live local comps — a real number, not an algorithm’s guess.

Looking to buy here? Search homes for sale →

What’s your home worth in your area?

A real valuation with real comps from a local listing agent, not an instant algorithm. Response within one business day.

By submitting, you agree that MOMENTUM REALTY LLC and its agents may call, email, and text you about your inquiry, which may involve automated means and prerecorded or artificial voices. You do not need to consent as a condition of buying any property, goods, or services. To opt out, reply STOP at any time or reply HELP for assistance. You can also click the unsubscribe link in emails. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. See our Privacy Policy and SMS Terms.or call (904) 351-6461
CallFree valuation →

Nearby Communities

Explore more neighborhoods near Eskimo Heights with Momentum Realty’s local guides.

Envoy Decatur0.1 mi away · 1 for saleLRLantern Ridge0.2 mi away · median $319K, 9 sales/12 moEEnvoy0.3 mi away · median $498K, 4 sales/12 moTobie Grant Estates0.4 mi away · 1 for saleTVThe Village At Avondale0.4 mi awaySSomerlane0.5 mi away · 1 for saleSScottdale0.5 mi away · median $390K, 9 sales/12 moKPKensington Parc0.6 mi away

Browse all neighborhood guides →

Thinking of selling in Eskimo Heights? 4 recorded closings; median 10 days on market (window ending 2026-09-20). See the DeKalb County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Talk to a Local Eskimo Heights Expert
Call Get Listings