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Belvedere Park, GA

Belvedere Park is a census-designated place (CDP) in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States. The population was 15,113 at the 2020 census.

Belvedere Park is located at 33°44′56″N 84°15′35″W (33.748855, -84.259617). It is bordered by the Atlanta neighborhood of East Lake to the west, the cities of Avondale Estates and Decatur to the north, and the Candler-McAfee CDP to the south. According to the United States Census Bureau, Belvedere Park has a total area of 5.0 square miles (13 km²), all land.

Belvedere Park emerged beginning in 1952 as a planned community with schools, parks, and a shopping center. It continued to grow and expand throughout the decade.

A majority of homes in Belvedere Park are one-story and while some are traditional red brick ranch homes, contemporary-style houses were also built. Homes were built by the Embry Brothers. Adair Realty and Loan, a powerful real estate company in Atlanta during the early to mid-20th century, represented Belvedere Park.

The Belvedere Motel, operated by the renowned Dinkler Hotel Corporation, opened with telephones and large-screen televisions in every room. The motel claimed to be “dedicated to your traveling comfort” — additional amenities included a playground and a shuffleboard court.

In 1959, the second branch of Rich's Department Store was opened in the Belvedere Shopping Center (the first branch was opened at Lenox Square Mall). Rich's added an air of metropolitan living to the suburbs.

In 1963, Towers High School was opened and is still in operation today. Midway Park on Midway Road is a popular recreational center. It has several fields for baseball and football and a public swimming pool.

Belvedere Park places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several facilities and programs catering to residents' well-being. The DeKalb Medical Center, located nearby, ensures access to quality healthcare services for the community. For fitness enthusiasts, Planet Fitness offers top-notch classes to keep you in shape. For those looking to combine fitness with fun, Pinnacle Fitness offers a variety of engaging activities. Zen Fest 2024 at Nourish Botanica provides a holistic approach to wellness through meditation and other activities. Clarity Fitness and The Studio Pilates offer specialized classes to target specific fitness goals.

Top sites in Belvedere Park, GA are Fernbank Science Center, Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, and Bear Creek Nature Center.

Population: 14,422 (2023). ZIP code: 30032. Area codes: 404, 678. Elevation: 1,040 ft (317 m). Area: 4.90 sq mi (12.69 km²).

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What county is Belvedere Park, GA?

Belvedere Park is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States. The population was 15,113 at the 2020 census. According to the United States Census Bureau, Belvedere Park has a total area of 5.0 square miles (13 km²), all land.

Is Belvedere Park, GA a good place to live? 

Belvedere Park is in DeKalb County and is one of the best places to live in Georgia. Living in Belvedere Park offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Belvedere Park there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Belvedere Park and residents tend to be liberal.

What is the history of  Belvedere Park, GA?

Belvedere Park emerged beginning in 1952 as a planned community with schools, parks, and a shopping center. It continued to grow and expand throughout the decade. In 1958, the Atlanta Journal advertised houses in Belvedere Park for between $11,000 and $14,800. In 1959, the second branch of Rich's Department Store was opened in the Belvedere Shopping Center. In 1963, Towers High School was opened and is still in operation today. 

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DeKalb County

Wikipedia

Niche

Fernbank Science Center

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

Bear Creek Nature Center

DeKalb Medical Center

Planet Fitness

Pinnacle Fitness

Nourish Botanica

Clarity Fitness

The Studio Pilates

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