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Old Fourth Ward, GA
Old Fourth Ward · Fulton County · GA 30312
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta
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Verdict
$453K
Median Price
21/100
Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
1 min
to Atlanta, GA
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
75/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
21/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
Old Fourth Ward is a lively, mixed‑use part of Atlanta with good schools and a convenient Beltline, but it’s very car‑dependent and pricey for a first‑time buyer. It’s fine to rent or to move in if you’re comfortable with the traffic and lack of walkability, but the housing cost‑to‑income ratio is steep.
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The Good
- ✓High‑rated schools (avg 7.5/10), Close to Beltline and downtown for quick trips, Diverse community with many local events, Reasonable commute to downtown (1 min by car)
Real Talk
- !Very low walkability score (21) means you’ll need a car for most errands, High housing cost relative to median income (price to income ratio ~6.4), Traffic congestion can be heavy on major roads, Limited nightlife and dining options compared to central Atlanta
- $Annual property taxes can push monthly cost above 1% of home value, HOA fees in some developments (often $200‑$400/month), Higher utility bills due to older units or lack of energy efficiency
Best For
young professionalsfamilies with kidsremote workersstudents
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Old Fourth Ward, GA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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