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The Neighborhood: Druid Hills, Atlanta

Druid Hills sits east of central Atlanta near Emory University and features mature trees and historic homes. This district contains green spaces like Freedom Park and Lullwater Preserve. Fernbank Museum and Fernbank Forest provide trails and exhibits. Candler Park offers open fields and sports areas. Six Flags Over Georgia acts as a regional amusement park within a short drive. The Vortex and The Colonnade serve food and drinks near the district. Mary Mac's Tea Room and The Varsity offer classic Southern fare and quick meals. Variety Playhouse and The Earl host live music and evening events. MARTA rail and MARTA buses provide public transit links to downtown. Decatur station and Edgewood/Candler Park station link riders to other lines. Restaurants and small cafes line Emory Village and nearby corridors. Small shops and offices sit in older buildings near the campus. Visitors and residents walk many tree-lined streets and use local trails for exercise. Students and hospital staff make up part of the daytime crowd. This district shows a mix of rental housing and single homes. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 25 to 29 years old and that one-person households make up the largest share.