Dacula, Georgia · Where People Matter
Parks. Hamilton Mill. Closed comps.
Northeast Gwinnett with Harbins-scale green space, golf-community energy, and GCPS feeds families actually ask about. Here’s the October GAMLS picture — not last spring’s brochure numbers.
- ZIP 30019
- Gwinnett County
- ~35 mi to Atlanta
- Harbins / Little Mulberry
- GA-316 access
Single-family · City = Dacula · Gwinnett GAMLS export pulled Oct 5, 2026 · sold through Oct 2, 2026.
About Dacula
Where is Dacula, GA — and why do park-focused buyers land here?
Dacula is a fast-growing city in northeastern Gwinnett County (ZIP 30019), about 35 miles northeast of Atlanta via GA-316 / I-85. Buyers come for large county parks (including Harbins Park), Hamilton Mill–area amenities, and GCPS options spanning Dacula, Mill Creek and Archer feeds depending on address.
Railroad town turned park-rich suburb
Named from letters in Decatur and Atlanta, Dacula grew from a railroad stop into one of northeast Gwinnett’s family destinations. Memorial Day parade pride, golf and green space are the lifestyle pitch — traffic on 316 at peak is the trade-off. Confirm school cluster by parcel; it changes value.
Davis Team · Loganville-based
Local, not “local-ish”
Chris Davis and the Davis Team work Walton County every day — 19+ years in this market, 500+ homes closed, $150M+ career production, 5.0★ on Google.
Official: City of Dacula. Gwinnett County: gwinnettcounty.com.
Dacula market · Gwinnett GAMLS export Oct 5, 2026
How’s the Dacula housing market right now (October 2026)?
Balanced East Metro story. Single-family homes in Dacula closed at a median $463,000 over the last 90 days (51 sales), at 98.5% of list after a median 41 days on market. There are 59 active listings (median ask $499,997) — about 3.47 months of inventory. Most deals (41 of 51) included seller concessions.
Single-family · City = Dacula · Gwinnett GAMLS
| Median close · 90 days | $463,000 across 51 closed sales (Jul 5 – Oct 2, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Median close · ~12 months | $475,000 across 257 closed sales (Oct 3, 2025 – Oct 2, 2026) |
| Days on market (closed, 90d) | 41 median |
| Sale-to-list (90d) | 98.5% median · 31 under list / 13 at list / 7 over list |
| Concessions (90d) | 41 of 51 closings showed concessions > $0 · median $10,000 when offered |
| $ / sq ft | $157 closed (90d) · $173 active asking |
| For sale right now | 59 active · median ask $499,997 · median 77 days on market |
| Months of inventory | 3.47 = 59 active ÷ (51 sold ÷ 3 months) |
Source: Gwinnett County GAMLS export pulled Oct 5, 2026; sold closings through Oct 2, 2026. Filter: City = Dacula, single-family residence in the Gwinnett County GAMLS export (ZIP 30019 area), pulled Oct 5, 2026. Listing data © Georgia MLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Gwinnett County backdrop (Fannie Mae PDF, current–3 months SFR): median sale $430,000, DOM 29, MOI 4.5, STL 98.63%. City table uses city GAMLS only.
Price
$463K
Median sold · last 90 days (n=51). 12-mo median: $475,000 (n=257).
Sale vs ask
98.5%
Median close ÷ list · 90 days. Under/at/over: 31/13/7.
Tempo
41 days
Median DOM on 90-day closes. Active median DOM: 77.
Supply
3.47 mo
Months of inventory from this export.
$/sqft closed
$157
Median close price per sq ft · 90 days.
$/sqft active ask
$173
Median list $/sqft on active. Asking ≠ closed.
Active ask
$500K
Median list price · 59 active.
Concessions
80%
41 of 51 recent closings. Median $10,000 when offered.
Davis take: Parks, Hamilton Mill, and Archer / Mill Creek / Dacula feeds keep demand sticky. Active asks sit above recent closes — don’t list to the ask median.
Video: Davis Team corridor market update (August 2026). Numbers in the video may differ from the figures on this page.
Getting around
How long is the commute from Dacula?
Downtown Atlanta is about 35 miles via GA-316 / I-85 — figure 45–70 minutes at peak. Lawrenceville is a short hop west; Athens is reachable east for UGA trips.
| Destination | Miles | Est. drive time | Via |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Atlanta | ~35 | 45–70 min | GA-316 W / I-85 |
| Lawrenceville | ~12 | 15–25 min | GA-316 W |
| Athens (UGA) | ~30 | 35–45 min | US-29 / local |
| Loganville | ~15 | 20–30 min | Local / US-78 |
| Buford / Mall of Georgia | ~15 | 20–30 min | Local / I-85 |
| Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) | ~50 | 55–80 min | I-85 / I-285 |
Drive times are estimates under mixed conditions. Check Georgia DOT real-time traffic before you commit to a daily route.
Lifestyle & community
What’s it like to live in Dacula?
Park country
Harbins Park (1,290 acres), Little Mulberry, Rabbit Hill and Dacula Park anchor outdoor life.
Hamilton Mill energy
Golf-community and master-planned amenities shape a big slice of local demand.
Multiple GCPS feeds
Dacula, Mill Creek and Archer areas can all appear depending on address — verify before you offer.
316 spine
GA-316 is the commute and shopping spine; peak delays are real.
Pay for parks & newer stock
Medians sit above Snellville — you’re often paying for newer product and location.
Growth check
Northeast Gwinnett keeps adding rooftops — tour at rush hour.
Explore Dacula
Around the Area: dining, shopping, events, parks, healthcare & arts
Everything below is on the page — tap a category to focus, or tap All to see the full list.
Dine near Dacula
Hamilton Mill / 316 dining
Casual and chain options near the main commercial nodes.
Downtown Dacula spots
Local eateries in and near the historic core.
Lawrenceville square
Chef-driven downtown ~15–25 minutes west.
Buford / Mall of Georgia area
Expanded dining ~20–30 minutes.
Shop near Dacula
Hamilton Mill retail
Everyday shopping for northeast Gwinnett.
GA-316 corridor
Grocery and services along the highway approaches.
Mall of Georgia
Regional retail in Buford.
Lawrenceville retail
Additional options toward the county seat.
Events near Dacula
Dacula Memorial Day Parade
Long-running local tradition — check current dates.
City of Dacula calendar
Festivals and civic events.
Park programming
Recreation events at Harbins / Little Mulberry / city parks.
Gwinnett county events
Broader festivals across the county.
Outdoors near Dacula
Harbins Park
1,290-acre Gwinnett park — trails, fields, equestrian and more.
Little Mulberry Park
Wooded trails and recreation northeast of town.
Dacula Park / Rabbit Hill
Local sports and community recreation.
Lake Lanier day trips
North of Buford for water recreation.
Healthcare near Dacula
Northside Hospital Gwinnett
Full-service hospital in Lawrenceville, about 15–25 minutes.
Local urgent care
Options along Hamilton Mill / 316 corridors.
Northeast Gwinnett clinics
Physician offices serving 30019 — confirm current providers.
Athens health systems
Additional options ~35–45 minutes east.
Arts near Dacula
Aurora Theatre
Lawrenceville professional theater ~15–25 minutes.
School arts & athletics
Strong local school activity calendars.
Community events in Dacula
Civic programming — check the city calendar.
Atlanta arts day trips
Museums and concerts ~45–70 minutes.
Hours, dates and openings change — check local calendars and each venue before you go.
Education
Which schools serve Dacula, GA?
Dacula is in Gwinnett County Public Schools. Depending on address, families may look at Dacula, Mill Creek or Archer area feeds. Always confirm with the GCPS locator.
GCPS · verify by address
- Dacula High / Mill Creek / Archer areas can all appear in 30019 searches
- Elementary and middle assignments are parcel-specific
We soften third-party grades on purpose — check current GCPS and state data.
Official lookups
Higher education
- Georgia Gwinnett College
- Gwinnett Technical College
- University of Georgia (~30 mi)
School zone boundaries change — always verify your address with the district before you buy. Send Chris the address or MLS # and we’ll map the zone.
Builder communities
Is there new construction in Dacula, GA?
Northeast Gwinnett stays active with builder communities and phases near Hamilton Mill and growth corridors. Pricing and incentives move — confirm what’s released before you visit.
Master-planned / golf adjacency
Ongoing demand pocket — verify current builder phases.
Northeast Gwinnett
New sections open as infrastructure and land allow.
Established streets
Plenty of existing single-family still trades here.
Before touring models
We check incentives and lot premiums first.
Phases, pricing and incentives change month to month — we confirm what’s actually released before you drive out.
Buying new construction? Bring your own REALTOR®.
The builder’s on-site agent works for the builder — not you. Chris represents buyers at new construction communities across the Atlanta–Athens corridor. It typically costs you nothing and can save thousands on upgrades, options and contract terms.
Run your numbers
Tools for a Dacula buy.
Park-side payments still need tax and PITI math — run it before the model-home tour.
Mortgage & affordability
Principal, interest, taxes and insurance on a specific price.
Gwinnett CountyGwinnett County tax
Gwinnett millage, Georgia’s 40% rule and the homestead picture.
Any addressRent vs buy
The breakeven on owning in Dacula vs renting.
Compare countiesGA tax by county
Compare millage across the East Metro counties we cover.
Homes for sale right now
Search live Dacula inventory
No stale address cards here. Inventory moves daily — open the live Keller Williams search for active listings, filters and the map.
As of the Oct 5, 2026 Gwinnett GAMLS export (City = Dacula, single-family)
59 active · median ask $499,997 · median DOM 77
Asking range in that pull: $309,000 – $1,260,000. Your filters will differ.
City orientation map only — not a live MLS pin layer. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
How to use the search (60 seconds)
- Open the Dacula search — aim the map at the area you care about.
- Filter beds, baths, price and new construction vs resale before you fall for a photo.
- Confirm Dacula vs Mill Creek vs Archer feed by address before you write.
- Text Chris the MLS #s you like — we run comps and condition math, not vibes.
Playbook
How should you buy or sell in Dacula right now?
If we were buying today
Buyer order of operations
- Underwrite condition first. Roof, HVAC, foundation, moisture — price those before you argue about granite.
- Match comps, not list price. Recent closes of similar size and condition beat the active median ask every time.
- Use the concessions math. 41 of the last 51 closings had seller concessions (median $10K when offered).
- Confirm schools + taxes on the parcel before inspection deadlines get spicy.
- Keep your own agent. Builder and listing agents work for the other side. We work for you.
If we were selling today
Seller order of operations
- Price to closes, not active asks. 90-day median close $463K vs active median ask $500K.
- Expect to negotiate concessions on many deals.
- Fixer? Pick the path on purpose. As-is, light make-ready or full remodel. See selling a fixer in East Metro.
- 41 days isn’t failure — that was the median closed DOM.
- Get a street-level number — then list. Homebot below, or call Chris.
Dacula is a strong fit if…
- Parks, golf-community amenities or newer stock are high on your list.
- You’ll verify GCPS cluster by parcel.
- GA-316 access works for your commute pattern.
- You’ll price to closes, not brochure ask.
Probably not if…
- You need a walkable historic downtown every day.
- You won’t sit in 316 traffic at peak.
- You expect entry Snellville pricing with Harbins-side amenities.
What’s your Dacula house worth?
Not the city median. Your address. Instant estimate plus ongoing updates from the Davis Team — then a street-level pricing talk when you’re ready to sell.
FAQ
Dacula, GA questions — straight answers
What is the median home price in Dacula, GA?
For single-family homes with City = Dacula in the Gwinnett County Georgia MLS (GAMLS) export pulled Oct 5, 2026, the median close price was $463,000 over the 90 days ending Oct 2, 2026 (51 sales) and $475,000 over the roughly 12 months ending the same date (257 sales). Median price per square foot on those 90-day closes was about $157. For a number on your specific house, use davisteamhomevalue.com or the Homebot tool on this page.
Is Dacula a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of the Oct 5, 2026 Gwinnett GAMLS export there were 59 active single-family listings against a recent 90-day sales pace — about 3.47 months of inventory. Homes closed at a median 98.5% of list price, and 41 of the last 51 closings included seller concessions (median $10,000 when offered). Price and condition decide it.
How long does it take to sell a house in Dacula?
Median days on market for single-family homes that closed in the 90 days ending Oct 2, 2026 was 41 days. Active listings in the same export showed a median of 77 days already on market. Homes priced to recent closed comps sell faster than homes priced to the active asking median ($499,997).
How far is Dacula from Atlanta?
Downtown Atlanta is about 35 miles via GA-316 / I-85 — figure 45–70 minutes at peak. Lawrenceville is a short hop west; Athens is reachable east for UGA trips. Full table is on this page.
What schools serve Dacula, GA?
Dacula is in Gwinnett County Public Schools. Depending on address, families may look at Dacula, Mill Creek or Archer area feeds. Always confirm with the GCPS locator.
Do I need a REALTOR® to buy new construction in Dacula?
You should have one, and it typically costs the buyer nothing. The builder's on-site sales agent represents the builder. Your own agent reviews the builder contract, negotiates incentives and upgrades, and protects you at inspections and walkthrough. Call Chris before you walk into any model home: 770-833-5965.
How do property taxes work in Dacula?
Dacula is in Gwinnett County (confirm any city levy on the exact parcel). Run the address through our Gwinnett County property tax guide and the Georgia tax hub.
Why use the Davis Team to buy or sell in Dacula?
We're based in Loganville and work this corridor every day — Walton, Gwinnett and neighboring counties — with 19+ years in the market, 500+ homes closed, $150M+ in career production and a 5.0★ Google rating. We price with real MLS data, not automated estimates. Call or text Chris at 770-833-5965 or email chris@eastgahomes.com.
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Market source: Gwinnett County GAMLS export pulled Oct 5, 2026 (gwinnett-precise-stats.json). Filter: City = Dacula, single-family residence in the Gwinnett County GAMLS export (ZIP 30019 area), pulled Oct 5, 2026. Sold through Oct 2, 2026. Months of inventory = 59 ÷ (51 ÷ 3) = 3.47. Listing data © Georgia MLS (GAMLS); deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Lifestyle, commute and community details from Davis Team local knowledge and the prior Dacula city page. Drive times are estimates. Your house still needs its own comps.