Perimeter Mall is a two-level shopping mall at 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road in Dunwoody, GA, near I-285 and GA-400. It opened in 1971, has around 150 stores and four anchors (Macy’s, Nordstrom, Dillard’s and Von Maur), and sits next to the Dunwoody MARTA station, with High Street and Ashford Lane a few minutes away.
Perimeter Mall has been the center of the Perimeter area since 1971. It even has an Atlanta mailing address, but it’s in the city of Dunwoody, and it’s a big part of why Dunwoody draws people from all over metro Atlanta.
Here’s what you need to know about the mall, plus the newer spots around it that locals actually go to.
Perimeter Mall Stores and Anchors
Perimeter Mall has around 150 stores, anchored by Macy’s, Nordstrom, Dillard’s and Von Maur. You’ll also find shops like ZARA, Sephora, Anthropologie and Apple, and newer additions like Aritzia.
For the current list of every store and restaurant, check the Perimeter Mall directory.
Restaurants at Perimeter Mall
The Capital Grille and The Cheesecake Factory are the big sit-down names at the mall, and there’s a food court for something quick. Restaurants keep coming to the Perimeter area too, like Saints + Council. For more ideas nearby, here’s my Dunwoody restaurant guide.
A Quick History of Perimeter Mall
The Rouse Company opened the mall in 1971 with Rich’s as an original anchor. Nordstrom arrived with an expansion wing in 1998, and Von Maur opened in 2012 in the old Bloomingdale’s space. The Dunwoody MARTA station opened next door in 1996, and the mall got a major renovation in 2017.
Today it covers about 1.56 million square feet on two levels, with three levels in each anchor store. Brookfield Properties took over the owner, GGP, in 2018.
Getting to the Mall
- Address: 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA (Atlanta 30346 mailing address)
- Highways: right by the I-285 and GA-400 interchange
- MARTA: the Dunwoody station on the Red Line sits next to the mall
- Parking: free, with about 7,700 spaces
Fun Fact: Perimeter Mall Was in a Movie
The mall scenes in the 2024 Christmas movie Red One were filmed right here in Dunwoody.
Beyond Perimeter Mall: High Street and Ashford Lane
The Perimeter area has a lot more than the mall now. High Street is growing across the street, and Ashford Lane has become Dunwoody’s event space. Here’s my guide to Perimeter Mall, High Street and Ashford Lane and the podcast on why Perimeter Center still defines Dunwoody.
My Take
The mall is the anchor, but Dunwoody isn’t just a mall. The neighborhoods, parks and schools a few minutes away are what make people stay. Check out my list of things to do in Dunwoody.
Living Near Perimeter Mall
A lot of buyers want to be close to Perimeter for the shopping, MARTA and jobs. If that’s you, read my Moving to Dunwoody guide, search Dunwoody homes for sale, or text me or call 404-502-8683.
Frequently Asked Questions About Perimeter Mall
Is Perimeter Mall in Dunwoody or Atlanta?
Perimeter Mall is in the city of Dunwoody, GA. It uses an Atlanta mailing address: 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, GA 30346.
What are the anchor stores at Perimeter Mall?
Macy’s, Nordstrom, Dillard’s and Von Maur.
How many stores are in Perimeter Mall?
Around 150 stores and restaurants. The official directory at perimetermall.com has the current list.
Can you take MARTA to Perimeter Mall?
Yes. The Dunwoody MARTA station on the Red Line is right next to the mall.