Why Live in Old Fourth Ward
Old Fourth Ward in Atlanta, located 2 miles east of downtown, has undergone significant transformation over the past few decades. Once struggling, the neighborhood's revival began with the development of Ponce City Market in 2011, now a central hub featuring a variety of retailers, dining options, and attractions like The Roof, which offers a vintage arcade, miniature golf, and stunning city views. Residents enjoy diverse culinary choices, from Tex Mex at Minero to breakfast at Bomb Biscuit and donuts at Donnie’s Donuts. The Atlanta Beltline, a 22-mile paved path, enhances connectivity, linking Old Fourth Ward to other neighborhoods and providing easy access to parks such as Central Park and Historic Fourth Ward Park, which offer amenities like playgrounds, sports courts, and hiking trails.
The neighborhood's real estate market includes townhouses, condominiums, and detached single-family homes, with prices ranging from $150,000 for a studio condo to $2 million for larger homes. The median home price is around $400,000. Old Fourth Ward is part of the Atlanta Public Schools district, with highly rated Howard Middle and Midtown High School, and access to top private schools like The Westminster School. The area is safer than the national average, making it a comfortable place for residents to walk around. Historically significant, the neighborhood is adjacent to the Sweet Auburn area, home to the Martin Luther King Jr. Historic Site, adding a rich cultural layer to its modern, urban appeal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Old Fourth Ward a good place to live?
Old Fourth Ward is a good place to live, receiving 3.8 stars from its residents. Old Fourth Ward is considered fairly walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. Old Fourth Ward has 12 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 18.7 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $119,362 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 74.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Old Fourth Ward are renters, with 75.6% of residents renting and 24.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Old Fourth Ward can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Old Fourth Ward neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Old Fourth Ward?
The median home price in Old Fourth Ward is $429,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $85,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $91K a year to afford the median home price in Old Fourth Ward. The average household income in Old Fourth Ward is $119K.
What are the best public schools in Old Fourth Ward?
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Home Trends in Old Fourth Ward, GA
On average, homes in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $440,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$731,250
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$699,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$350,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$320,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$371
Number of Homes for Sale
129
Last 12 months Home Sales
336
Median List Price
$429,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
