Southwest Atlanta

Southwest Atlanta

Suburban Neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia

Fulton County 30310, 30311, 30318,

$325,556 Average Value
$188 Average Price per Sq Ft
433 Homes For Sale

From Civil Rights to City Council meetings

Once home to Civil Rights leader and U.S. Congressman John Lewis and baseball homerun king Henry Aaron, Southwest Atlanta is rich in history that lives on through enthusiastic community spirit and engagement. This region offers idyllic residential streets, access to the MARTA, and lots of local flavor. “Southwest Atlanta is historically known for its well-to-do, up and coming African-American neighborhoods, especially back in the 1970s and 80s,” said Salondia Aveni, Deputy Director of Cultural Affairs at the Southwest Arts Center. “It’s really known for family and community.”

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Vibrant murals can be found throughout Southwest Atlanta.
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Craftsman homes with large front and backyards can be found in Southwest Atlanta.
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Hamilton E. Holmes Station Is Located At 70 Hamilton E Holmes Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30311
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Henry "Hank" Aaron is memorialized at Adam's Park in Southwest Atlanta.
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“There’s a lot of community pride”

The community spirit comes alive at the events held throughout the area. The Southwest Arts Center also operates the Wolf Creek Amphitheater and puts on regular performances and concerts. The yearly Juneteenth celebration attracts residents from all parts of Atlanta and is one of the most popular events put on by the city. There are also seasonal events like a Halloween Trunk or Treat and the Red Oak Art Festival in the fall. But Aveni says that one of the local pastimes is to come out to the local government meetings. “There’s a lot of community pride,” she says. “The citizens really participate in local government, and they’ll tell you when they like something, or when they don’t.” The CAP index ratings suggest that, with a homicide score of 8 compared to the national average of 4, Southwest Atlanta has challenges; however, Aveni is quick to refute the idea that the neighborhood is unsafe. “It’s mostly quiet, residential areas. People may think there’s a lot of crime because of the news reports, but it’s really not. It’s a great place to live, and it’s pretty safe.”

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Wolf Creek Amphitheater is Southwest Atlanta's summer concert venue.
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The Southwest Arts Center in Southwest Atlanta features art exhibits, like "Clothes Story".
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The Southwest Arts Center in Southwest Atlanta offers classes, performances and art exhibitions.
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Southern comfort on a plate

Food is a love language in communities like Southwest Atlanta, and locally-owned restaurants dish up plenty to go around. The Beautiful Restaurant is a local institution that’s been around since 1979. Known as the “Healthy Soulful Taste of the South,” the cafeteria-style eatery features white tables and red and white booths on each side of the restaurant, as well as a patio for temperate days. Baltimore Crab and Seafood dishes up crab cakes alongside craft cocktails. And of course, Chick-Fil-A is always popular. Residents hit up Camp Creek Marketplace for essential shopping trips at Target, Lowe’s, and Publix Supermarket. To shop local, residents can grab a cart at Wayfield Supermarkets at the West Ridge Shopping Center.

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Purchase Your Groceries At The Local Publix
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Residents can grab their groceries from Wayfield Supermarket in Southwest Atlanta.
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Southwest Atlanta's Camp Creek Shopping Center features a Target.
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The Beautiful Restaurant in Southwest Atlanta, is known for their “Healthy Soulful" food.
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Housing for all budgets and styles

The housing options in Southwest Atlanta are diverse, with brick-front single-level homes featuring predominantly, as well as townhomes, split-level, and simple bungalows. Home prices have a similarly broad range, from the mid-$200,000s for townhomes built in the 1980s, to three-bedroom bungalows listed for around $360,000, all the way to almost $600,000 for new construction. The area is comprised of several pocket neighborhoods that each have their own community and culture, but most streetscapes feature towering trees that offer shade from the Georgia summer sun.

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Classic Craftsman-style homes are available in Southwest Atlanta.
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Enjoy being close to the action in a Southwest Atlanta town home.
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Smaller brick homes built on large plots of land can also be found in Southwest Atlanta.
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Newly constructed Craftsman homes mix historic style with a modern approach.
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School options vary by region

Southwest Atlanta is served by both Atlanta Public Schools and Fulton County Public Schools. Students may attend L.P. Miles Elementary School, which has a C rating from Niche and offers Pre-K and gifted programs. Jean Childs Young Middle School has a C-minus rating and an emphasis on Social Emotional Learning, which focuses on helping children understand and regulate their emotions. Benjamin E. Mays High School has a C rating and is recognized as a Georgia School of Excellence for student gains. Besides academics, Mays includes a championship-winning football team. The area also has plenty of private schools, including SLAM! Atlanta, which is a tuition-free charter school for kindergarten through eighth-grade children.

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L.P. Miles Elementary School is a public Pre-K, Elementary School in Southwest Atlanta.
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Cascade Elementary School is a public Elementary School in the Atlanta area.
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Jean Childs Young Middle School Is Located At 3116 Benjamin E Mays Dr SW
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Benjamin E. Mays High School Is Serving Grades 9-12
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Picnics at The Canyon

When residents need a retreat from the city, they head to Cascade Springs Nature Preserve, a 120 acre green space with a vast network of hiking trails, including a popular hike that leads to a rocky waterfall. The 32-acre Adams Park features a picnic and garden space known to the locals as “The Canyon” for its sculpted space that provides privacy at the base of a 84-foot stone stairway and walkway that carves through the hillside. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2013, the park has been around since the 1930s. Playgrounds, walking trails, and baseball fields provide ample recreation opportunities.

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"The Canyon" in Adams Park, features a tree canopy and covered picnic pavilion.
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Bring the kids for an afternoon at Adam's Park playground.
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Play a game of baseball at Adams Park.
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Cascade Springs Nature Preserve features a small waterfall with rocks, a popular relaxing spot.
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Interstates and MARTAmake commuting simple

With close proximity to Interstates 20 and 285, bus stops, and MARTA statins throughout the community, Southwest Georgia residents can easily get to downtown Atlanta. I-20 runs east to west across Georgia, while I-285 is an auxiliary highway that encircles Atlanta and can help shoot residents downtown. Residents can catch the red and gold MARTA trains at the Oakland City Station or head in on the blue line at Hamilton E. Holmes stop. Southwest Atlanta Hospital is located within the neighborhood, with origins tracing back to the Catholic Colored Clinic opened in 1943 to address the lack of medical care serving the region.

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Interstates 285, which runs through Southwest Atlanta, and I-20 are convenient to access.
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Hamilton E. Holmes Station Has Large Surface Parking Lots With Over 1,400 Free Daily Parking Spaces
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Oakland City Marta Bus
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Southwest Atlanta Hospital is located within the Southwest Atlanta neighborhood.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

24 min drive

Subway

Hamilton E Holmes

Bus

MYRTLE DR @ 1890

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BOLTON RD@COLLINS RD

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DELMAR LN NW@DELMOOR DR NW

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FAIRBURN RD SW @ HERITAGE VALLEY RD SW

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BENJAMIN E MAYS DR SW @ FLAMINGO DR SW

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BAKERS FERRY RD@OAKSIDE DR

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MARTIN L KING JR DR SW @ BROWNLEE RD SW

Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Southwest Atlanta US
Homicide 8 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: CAP Index

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$295,450
Median Single Family Price
$315,000
Median Townhouse Price
$298,900
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$138,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$188
Number of Homes for Sale
433
Last 12 months Home Sales
1,710
Months of Supply
3.00
Median List Price
$319,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
26,890
Median Year Built
1965
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,848
On par with the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,645
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,309
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
875
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,681

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  • Saturday, May 18
    11:30am - 1:30pm

    3621 Fairburn Place NW, Atlanta, GA 30331

    $365,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3621 Fairburn Place NW
    • New 6 days ago

    This is it! Fully renovated brick ranch in a quiet intown Atlanta neighborhood. This is no cookie cutter cheap renovation. This home has been thoughtfully remodeled with quality products including real walnut stained hardwood floors, designer paint colors, brand new stainless steel appliance

    Sara Witt Renee Kunkler Realty

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  • Sunday, May 19
    2 - 4pm

    192 Hemphill School Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30331

    $304,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,216 Sq Ft
    • 192 Hemphill School Rd NW
    • New 13 days ago

    Welcome to your dream home! This exquisite residence offers a perfect blend of modern luxury and timeless elegance. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, this fully renovated gem is designed to elevate your lifestyle. As you step into the dining room, you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light

    Rick Wiley Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Sunday, May 19
    1 - 5pm

    4054 Princeton Lakes Way, Atlanta, GA 30331

    $365,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 0.5 Baths
    • 2,118 Sq Ft
    • 4054 Princeton Lakes Way
    • New 14 days ago

    Welcome home to this fantastic 3 bedroom 2.5 bath Townhome in the sought after Princeton Lakes community. Home features a Main level with rich walnut tone hardwood floors throughout, a spacious open concept family room with arched doorway, coffered ceiling, cozy fireplace with built-ins and view to

    VALERIE LOWERY Redfin Corporation

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
102,659
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
24.4%
Population over 65
16.6%
On par with the national average
18%

Finances

Median Household Income
$50,299
Significantly below the national average
$70,967
Average Household Income
$69,277

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86.6%
College Graduates
27.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.8%
% Population in Labor Force
61.3%
On par with the national average
65.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

34 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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