The area now known as Hapeville originally belonged to the Creek Nation, but they turned it over to European settlers in 1821. By 1853, it was an unincorporated community in Fulton County, but in 1871, many local families began working to create a city. The families, including Dr. Samuel Hape, purchased 500 acres along the Macon and Western Central Georgia Railroad. In 1891, they drew up a charter for the city of Hapeville, and Dr. Hape became its first mayor.
After the turn of the century, an Atlanta businessman named Asa “Buddy” Candler, Jr., who just happened to be the eccentric son of Coca-Cola founder Asa Griggs Candler, built a racetrack in the area of Hapeville. He began allowing planes to land there, and in 1929, the city of Atlanta purchased the property and turned it into a municipal airport. Other companies like Ford and Hilton brought businesses to the area and helped turned Hapeville into one of the most important transportation hubs in the country.
The median age for Hapeville residents is 33. The median household income is around $35,000. About one quarter of all homes in Hapeville have children under the age of 18 living in them.
Locally-owned restaurants, small parks, and fascinating historic sites are a few ways to spend a day in Hapeville. However, the city is just 8 miles or less from Downtown Atlanta and all of its popular attractions.
Because Hapeville is so small, there are few neighborhoods in the city, but you will find a mix of both established and new homes here. In neighborhoods like Virginia Park and Happy Holmes, you might find newer large Southern-style homes along with smaller bungalows and ranch-style homes that have been restored to their original charm. New homes are popping up outside of neighborhoods, as well. You will also find an assortment of townhomes and condos here. Almost every home in the city is just a few blocks from a school, park, restaurant, or the airport.
Condos in Hapeville range from $50,000 to $300,000. Homes range from $50,000 to $200,000 with a few in the $300,000 to $400,000 range. The median home value is around $78,000.
Students living in Hapeville attend Fulton County Schools.
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