One-third of Atlanta’s skyline overlooks Midtown’s award-winning restaurants, world-class museums, parks and annual festivals. “I lived all over Atlanta, but Midtown feels like home because we all live close to our neighbors and respect each other. We have students because of the universities and long-standing residents who never left,” says Dawn Landau, associate broker with Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Midtown and Midtown resident for over 20 years. The neighborhood is home to the city’s second-largest financial district, with major businesses including the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta and corporate headquarters for The Coca-Cola Company.
Midtown offers city living at its finest, with walkability and easy access to Atlanta’s Beltline and MARTA light rail station. “I sold a condo to an empty-nester couple living in the suburbs. They sold their car, walked to work every day, and lost 30 pounds in their first year. It’s a big lifestyle change. You couldn’t give them a million dollars for that condo and get them to move at this point,” says Mark Hilliard, Realtor at Palmer House Properties in Atlanta.
Midtown Atlanta, looking north from 7th Street NE.
The landmarks of the Fox Theater and Georgian Terrace hotel are in central Midtown.
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Shopping at Colony Square and live jazz at The High
While residents around Atlanta drive into Midtown for its nightlife, award-winning restaurants and museums, locals are just steps away from the action. “We love to go out to eat and drink,” Landau says. “Some of my favorite locally owned restaurants are Papi’s and Campagnolo.” Midtown places locals within easy reach of dozens of bars, food halls and mixed-use shopping plazas. “Colony Square is the centerpiece of Midtown. About five years ago, a huge developer bought and completely ‘reimagined’ it. Now it’s shopping and upscale restaurants,” Hilliard says. South of Piedmont Park, Ponce City Market is a multiuse development converted from an old warehouse, now home to dozens of small businesses with an ice skating rink on top. Whole Foods and Publix are within walking for groceries.
Momonoki is a popular lunch spot with a two-story cafe that serves Japanese concotions.
Midtown Atlanta visitors can enjoy window shopping options in posh, luxurious boutiques.
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The Atlanta Pride Parade is the city's largest
Piedmont Park’s major events include the Atlanta Jazz Festival and Dogwood Arts Festival in the spring and the Atlanta Arts Festival in the fall. “Shaky Knees just announced that they are moving from Old Fourth Ward to Piedmont Park, which is much bigger. It’s taking the place of Midtown Music, which was one of our largest events,” Landau says. The Green Market is a weekly farmers market held at the park on Saturdays from March through December. Midtown also is the location for the city’s largest parade, the Atlanta Pride Parade, drawing over 35,000 visitors annually.
Other Midtown landmarks include Atlanta Symphony Hall. “It hosts the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra,” Hilliard says. “You also have the Fox Theater, which has Broadway shows and concerts. And all of that is within eight blocks of one another.” The area features world-class cultural attractions, including the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) and the High Museum of Art. The High hosts weekly events throughout the year, including live Jazz Nights on Fridays.
Atlanta Artists Center is an open gallery with the work of various talents in Midtown Atlanta.
Enjoy lovely entertainment at the nearby Fox Theater.
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Midtown is a walkable community with MARTA access
Midtown draws long-standing residents and urban professionals for its walkability, bike lanes and access to the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) light rail. “One of the draws to Midtown is three MARTA rail stations, all of which go to the airport,” Hillard says. “A lot of businesses, like State Farm, have put their headquarters at or close to a MARTA station because the traffic around here is horrendous.” Despite most residents commuting without cars, nearby arteries include Interstates 75 and 85.
Midtown’s CAP Index Crime Score of 8 out of 10 is higher than the national average of 4. The area is also noisy with highways, events and the general buzz of Midtown life.
Midtown contains portions of the Georgia Tech campus, which lies mainly just across the highway.
The Arts Center MARTA Station is under 2 miles away from the Mornigside neighborhood.
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Midtown Atlanta has a third of the city’s high-rises
High-rise condos rise above Atlanta’s ever-growing skyline. “We have small studios that can go between $200,000 and luxury penthouses for $4 to $5 million,” Landau says. “Everything from a historic multifamily duplex to a glassy high-rise all within this tiny geographic area with a heavy population.”
Directly south of Piedmont Park, Midtown Garden District is a quiet, primarily residential area filled with apartments, duplexes and mid- to early 20th-century homes. Craftsman bungalows and renovated Victorian and American Foursquares sit closely on narrow, tree-shaded streets. Single-family houses range from around $900,000 to $4 million.
The Midtown Neighbors’ Association and Midtown Improvement District are nonprofit organizations that oversee and advocate for the neighborhood, as does the Midtown Improvement District, another nonprofit spearheading Midtown’s revitalization.
Loft apartments and condos are available throughout Midown.
Victorian homes line Piedmont Avenue, south of 10th Street in Midtown.
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Piedmont Park connects to the Atlanta Beltline
Over 300 acres of recreational space are in the neighborhood, with 220 of those being Piedmont Park, which is the heart of Midtown. “It’s like Atlanta’s Central Park, and everybody wants to be near the park,” Hilliard says. Once a forest, then a farm, and now a mecca for Atlanta’s arts and culture, the park was designed by the Olmsted Brothers, the sons of Frederick Law Olmsted. The park is also the location of the Piedmont Park Aquatic Center and connects to the 22-mile Atlanta Beltline, which encircles Atlanta and connects to over 40 neighborhoods. Landau says that Piedmont Park contains the Atlanta Botanical Garden and that she’s been a member for a while, noting their Garden Lights and Holiday Nights event that illuminates Midtown from November through January.
Residents from Home Park can gather, exercise, and relax at Piedmont Park.
A man jogs on the Active Oval Loop in Piedmont Park in Midtown Atlanta.
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Atlanta Public Schools has a B-rating
Atlanta Public Schools enrolls over 50,000 students and holds a B rating on Niche. Families in Midtown fall within the district’s Midtown cluster. Virginia-Highland Elementary opened in 2023 to ease overcrowding and features “Everybody’s Playground,” designed for accessibility. David T. Howard Middle School holds an A-minus, and A-rated Midtown High School offers a College and Career Center for post-secondary prep.
Georgia Institute of Technology ranks among the top five public universities in the country. Its presence shapes Midtown culture, with many students living nearby. Other notable private universities include John Marshall Law School and Savannah College of Art and Design, Atlanta.
Entrance at David T. Howard Middle School in Atlanta.
Midtown High School receives an A+ grade on Niche.
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Parks in this Area
Piedmont Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Pershing Point Park
Picnic Area
The Grove at Colony Square
Picnic Area
10th Street Park
Picnic Area
Winn Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Yonah Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
21 min drive
Subway
Midtown
Subway
Arts Center
Subway
North Avenue
Bus
W Peachtree St & 5th St
Bus
West Peachtree Street & 14th Street
Bus
Monroe Dr NE & Greenwood Ave NE
Bus
North Ave & Piedmont Ave
Bus
Peachtree St & Buford Spring Conn
Bus
West Peachtree Street & 5th Street
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Peachtree St & 12th St NE
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Midtown Atlanta
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
10
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Midtown Atlanta, Atlanta sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Midtown Atlanta, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $453,779, down 18% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Discover the charm of Midtown Atlanta in this updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at Park Central, perfectly situated on a quiet stretch of 12th Street leading directly into Piedmont Park. Though now partially framed by a new neighboring building, this 4th-floor unit still offers pleasant city views from the sides, complemented by an abundance of natural light and lush greenery. The thoughtfully
Perched high above the city on the 32nd floor, this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at the iconic 1010 Midtown offers breathtaking west-facing views and an expansive wrap-around balcony perfect for soaking in spectacular sunsets and the sparkling Midtown skyline. The updated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a classic
Time to live the good life in the heart of Midtown. This beautifully updated two bedroom, two bath condo is just a half block to Piedmont Park. This top floor unit has new floors, vanities, and fixtures. The updated kitchen overlooks your living room and is flooded with a wall of windows with your en suite bedrooms separated on each side. The master bath with its new wallpaper and double vanities
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Experience the best of Midtown living in this 10th-floor condo at Metropolis, offering breathtaking views and west-facing views through floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy an unobstructed western skyline view, protected by the historic Margaret Mitchell House, while the neighboring high-rise to the north is an office building that remains virtually empty after business hours and on weekends—ensuring
Welcome to Dolce at Tuscany — a fully upgraded, move-in-ready two-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium that combines modern convenience with sophisticated charm.Exceptional Features: This unique condo stands out with two oversized, side-by-side covered garage parking spaces and an expansive private storage unit — a rare find in the community. The storage unit measures approximately 20 feet
Urban Elegance in the Heart of Atlanta******$5K CLOSING COST AND OR RATE BUY DOWN***********Welcome to your stylish urban retreat at 620 Peachtree Street, Unit 1613, Atlanta, GA. Nestled in the heart of downtown Atlanta, this beautifully updated two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo offers an unparalleled blend of modern comfort and city convenience.Step outside and find yourself
Located in Midtown Atlanta known for Art Museums, Boutiques & Restaurants. Walk Score of 88. Units Feature Floor-to-ceiling Windows. Kohler Fixtures in Kitchen & Bath. Hardwood Flooring in Living Room. Poolside Lounge & Terrace on Rooftop with View of Atlanta Skyline. Outdoor Fire Place. Clubroom with Gaming Parlour/Lounge, Billiard Table & Flat Screen Televisions. 24-hour Concierge.
Located in Midtown Atlanta known for Art Museums, Boutiques & Restaurants. Walk Score of 88. Units Feature Floor-to-ceiling Windows. Kohler Fixtures in Kitchen & Bath. Hardwood Flooring in Living Room. Poolside Lounge & Terrace on Rooftop with View of Atlanta Skyline. Outdoor Fire Place. Clubroom with Gaming Parlour/Lounge, Billiard Table & Flat Screen Televisions. 24-hour Concierge.
Located in Midtown Atlanta known for Art Museums, Boutiques & Restaurants. Walk Score of 88. Units Feature Floor-to-ceiling Windows. Kohler Fixtures in Kitchen & Bath. Hardwood Flooring in Living Room. Poolside Lounge & Terrace on Rooftop with View of Atlanta Skyline. Outdoor Fire Place. Clubroom with Gaming Parlour/Lounge, Billiard Table & Flat Screen Televisions. 24-hour Concierge.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
29,835
Median Age
36
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
13%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$109,149
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$134,754
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.1%
College Graduates
83.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
78.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
75/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
64/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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