Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, GA

Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$669K

Median Price

34/100

Walk Score

7.5/10

Schools

10 min

to Atlanta

Score Breakdown

FWalkability
34/100
FSafety
38/100
DQuietness
40/100
CAffordability
63/100
BSchools
75/100
ACommute
100/100
WYLT Score58/100

Our Take

The neighborhood offers high income residents a short commute to downtown Atlanta, but it is heavily car‑dependent, has a low walkability score, and the cost of buying or renting is high compared to the area’s amenities. It may suit those who are okay with owning a car and can afford the pricey housing market.

Map

Loading map…

The Good

  • High median household income of $140k+, strong job market
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • 10‑minute drive to downtown Atlanta
  • Good school ratings averaging 7.5

Real Talk

  • !Car‑dependent neighborhood with walk score of 34, making daily errands inconvenient
  • !High property and rental costs relative to the broader Atlanta area
  • !Limited public transit options, mostly unserved
  • !Property crime is moderately high and noise from downtown can be disruptive
  • $Higher property taxes and homeowner insurance
  • $Potential HOA fees in some developments
  • $Ongoing transportation costs due to lack of walkability
  • $Maintenance costs for newer housing stock

Best For

Young professionalsRemote workersHigher‑income earnersNon‑family singles

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Atlanta, GA

F

Safety grade

Safety score38 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

Similar Neighborhoods

Inman Park
Think twice

Inman Park

Inman Park, GA

$669K · 7.5/10 schools

Austin
Think twice

Austin

Austin, TX

$627K · 7.4/10 schools

Austin
Think twice

Austin

Austin, TX

$623K · 7.4/10 schools

Staten Island
Think twice

Staten Island

Staten Island, NY

$642K · 7.4/10 schools

From Residents

🏘

Loading…

Know someone considering this area? Send them this report.

wouldyoulivethere.com/report/atlanta-ga-30307

📬

Stay in the loop on Atlanta

Get one email when this report refreshes (~every 90 days). No spam.

One email per update · unsubscribe any time