Why Live in West Highlands
West Highlands is an Atlanta suburb experiencing significant growth, particularly with the development of Westside Reservoir Park, one of the city's largest parks. This park, once a granite quarry, now features green spaces and connects to the Atlanta BeltLine Trail via the Proctor Creek Greenway. Residents enjoy several other local parks, including Herman E. Perry Park, which has a large playground and the West Highlands Swimming Pool Facility, which operates seasonally. The neighborhood is also home to a dog park and covered picnic pavilions. Annual events, such as the Monday Night Brewing Westside 10 and the Westside BeltLine 5K/8K races, are popular, and residents actively participate in cleanup efforts. West Highlands offers a mix of apartments, townhouses, and single-family homes, including recently built Craftsman and New Traditional styles. The neighborhood's HOA enforces guidelines for lawn care and parking, with security patrols available for residents. The area is less than 3 miles from Midtown and 5 miles from downtown Atlanta, with convenient access to Interstate 285. Local amenities include small grocery stores, corner markets and the recently reopened Bankhead Seafood restaurant. For larger shopping needs, residents can visit Kroger and Publix, both about 5 miles away, or Atlantic Station, an open-air mall with over 50 shops and seasonal events. The Westside Provisions District features high-end furniture stores, boutiques, cafés and restaurants in a redeveloped meatpacking plant. Occasional noise from the nearby Inman Yard railyard may be a consideration for potential homebuyers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Highlands a good place to live?
West Highlands is a good place to live. West Highlands is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. West Highlands has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 35. The average household income is $118,337 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 35% of residents. A majority of residents in West Highlands are renters, with 65.3% of residents renting and 34.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving West Highlands can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
West Highlands neighborhood guide.
Is West Highlands, GA a safe neighborhood?
West Highlands, GA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in West Highlands?
The median home price in West Highlands is $552,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $110,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,710 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $116K a year to afford the median home price in West Highlands. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in West Highlands is $118K.
What are the best public schools in West Highlands?
The best public schools that serve West Highlands are:
What are the best private schools in West Highlands?
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Are home prices dropping in West Highlands?
Yes, home prices in West Highlands are down 1% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in West Highlands, GA
On average, homes in West Highlands, Atlanta sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in West Highlands, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $550,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$562,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$370,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$315,201
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$286
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Median List Price
$552,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
