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Cascade Avenue is an established residential community in Southwest Atlanta
Southwest Atlanta's Cascade Avenue neighborhood has roots that date back nearly a century. Its earliest homes are historic cottages and bungalows, and the John A. White Golf Course dates to the 1920s. The neighborhood remains predominantly residential today, offering quick access to acres of green space at John A. White Park and several locally owned restaurants along its primary thoroughfare. Its location near the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and lower housing prices than the greater Atlanta metro area continue to draw prospective buyers.
Cascade Avenue boasts serene beauty where charming homes nestle beneath a lush canopy of mature trees.
Cozy homes in Cascade Avenue offer wide front lawns and welcoming low-profile designs perfect for relaxed suburban living.
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Historic bungalows and cottages make up the bulk of the community's housing stock
Cascade Avenue mainly features bungalows and cottages built between 1920 and 1950. A few mid-century ranch-style homes are available, and newly constructed contemporary colonials are starting to pop up. Townhomes are available in the Belmonte Hill subdivision. Several homes here have been partially renovated or entirely remodeled, but many remain in their original condition. Many houses have wide front porches adorned with outdoor seating and hanging plants. They overlook quarter-acre lots with towering pines and oaks. Housing prices range anywhere from $150,000 for a home needing repairs to $700,000 for a new build. Townhomes sell between $180,000 and $230,000.
Simple cottages in Cascade Avenue may feature an inviting front porch offering classic curb appeal.
Full of personality, some bungalow style homes bring a splash of color to the Cascade Avenue streetscapes.
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Booker T. Washington High School offers an Early College program
Atlanta Public Schools scores an overall B on Niche and serves over 50,000 students. Tuskegee Airmen Global Academy, serving pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade students, receives a C-minus on Niche. Herman J. Russell West End Academy has a C-minus on Niche. Booker T. Washington High School scores a C. Washington High School was the first public high school in Georgia for African Americans and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The school employs an Early College program that helps students earn associate degrees with their diplomas, partnering with colleges and universities across Atlanta.
Herman J. Russell West End Academy is a public middle school in the West End of Atlanta.
Booker T. Washington High School is a public school with a lot of history and was founded in 1924.
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John A. White is the heart of the community with a popular golf course
John A. White Park sprawls across the heart of the community and is known for its nine-hole golf course. The course opened in the late 1920s but was entirely renovated by the end of the 20th century. The park also features a seasonal pool, playground and multi-use sports fields. The city is actively building the John A. White Clubhouse, which will house a golf pro shop, a senior activity center and dining options. The Joseph D. McGhee Tennis Center operates nine tennis courts just north of John A. White Park. The neighborhood is also home to Barbara A. McCoy Park, which features a playground, a small paved walking path and green space.
At John A. White Park you can practice your swing or putting.
John A. White Park features a robust tennis center with several courts.
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Cascade Avenue features several locally owned restaurants
Most of the community’s commercial infrastructure is concentrated along Cascade Avenue. Cascade Heights Center is a small strip mall where locals handle banking needs or grab dinner. Big Daddy’s infuses Caribbean flavors with its Southern-style cooking, serving entrees like curried chicken and barbecue beef short ribs with sides like candied yams and collard greens. Garden Parc is a popular brunch spot with a bottomless buffet and an hour of complimentary mimosas. About a mile north on Cascade Avenue is Kroger, one of the community’s closest big-box grocery stores.
The Beautiful Restaurant in Adams Park, is known for their “Healthy Soulful" food.
Big Daddy's Cafe is a popular eatery amongst residents.
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Heading into downtown Atlanta
Cascade Avenue is mainly a car-dependent community, but MARTA buses shuttle across its main thoroughfare. Downtown Atlanta is about 5 miles east of the community, offering access to Interstates 85, 75 and 20, and Interstate 285 is accessible 4 miles west. Grady Memorial Hospital, the community’s nearest medical facility, is 5 miles away in downtown Atlanta. The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is about 10 miles south, increasing the community’s noise factor.
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Parks in this Area
John A. White Park
Golf
Picnic Area
Pool
Barbara A. McCoy Park
Transit
Airport
Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
22 min drive
Bus
Cascade Ave SW & 1120
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Cascade Ave SW & Westhaven Dr SW
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Cascade Ave SW & Cascade Cir SW
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Cascade Rd SW & Boulevard Lorraine SW
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Beecher Rd SW & Benjamin E Mays Dr SW
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Cascade Ave SW & Altadena Pl SW
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Cascade Rd SW & Pollard Dr SW
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cascade Avenue
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cascade Avenue Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cascade Avenue, Atlanta sell after 176 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cascade Avenue, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $473,000, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Property Id: 1939065Welcome to your new home! This spacious condo is about a 10-15 minute commute to the Atlanta University Center (Morehouse College, Spelman College, and Clark Atlanta University) and Morris Brown College. This home is beautifully renovated and furnished. It is perfectly priced individually for roommates ($1125 per person).This comfortable living space consist
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,355
Median Age
43
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,826
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,274
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
24.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.3%
% Population in Labor Force
53.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
22/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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