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Atlanta streetcar roots with a modern flare
Established as an east Atlanta streetcar suburb in the 1870s, Kirkwood combines modern entertainment and culture with century-old prestige. The neighborhood appears on the National Register of Historic Places for its small businesses and Craftsman homes. Lively events, celebrated restaurants and a strong presence of the film and music industry all add to the community’s modern identity. “It’s a trendy neighborhood that invites all ages. It’s very diverse. It represents Atlanta well,” says Tom Atkinson, a Realtor with Keller Knapp Realty, who has been selling homes in the area for over 20 years. “You’ll see people out pushing strollers, walking their dogs and jogging. It’s vibrant and growing.”
The popular Taproom Coffee is in central Kirkwood on Hosea Williams Drive.
Fishmonger is a fantastic seafood restaurant in Edgewood.
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Brunch and margaritas on Williams Drive
Hosea L. Williams Drive through the center of Kirkwood has everything from houses of worship like Edgewood Church to eclectic eateries in decades-old storefronts. Le Petit Marché combines French and Southern cuisine in dishes like seafood gumbo and chicken breakfast biscuits with fig jam. A few doors down, Elmyriachi serves Mexican fare and margarita pitchers on a colorful patio. On the north side of Kirkwood, the century-old Pullman Yards complex on Rogers Street is now an east Atlanta entertainment mecca with on-site restaurants and an outdoor concert venue. Larger shopping options include Lidl on Memorial Drive, Publix on Glenwood Avenue and the Edgewood Retail District on Caroline Street.
Kirkwood has lots of shops, restaurants, and bars to choose from like Kirkyard.
Le Petit Marche is a popular restaurant in Kirkwood.
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Spring Fling, Lanta Gras and Wine Stroll
The community’s signature event is the Spring Fling every May, which focuses on a walking tour of Kirkwood’s historic homes. Spring Fling attendees can also run a 5K, listen to live music, enter the barbecue competition or shop at an artist market. Other events include the New Orleans-style Lanta Gras Parade in January and the Wine Stroll in September, which always ends with a dance party.
The retail strip in central Kirkwood is a popular spot for outdoor meals.
Chef's Market showcases the best of Atlanta’s small businesses, chefs, farmers, & local artists.
Chef's Market takes place in the revamped Pullman Yards.
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Kirkwood’s signature Craftsman bungalows
Brightly painted Craftsman bungalows are the dominant style in Kirkwood, alongside 20th-century American Foursquare, Colonial Revival and Cape Cod-style properties. “People know it for the bright colors, because people that are into art or the film industry gravitate there, and they lean a little more creative. The architecture reflects that,” says Adrianna Angelone, a broker with EAH Brokerage with over 20 years of real estate experience. Homes of all styles sit behind privacy hedges or picket fences surrounding large, tree-filled front yards lined with sidewalks. A bungalow can cost between $400,000 and $750,000, while family homes over 2,500 square feet range from $700,000 to $1.3 million. The neighborhood also has townhomes, condos and converted lofts. Condo units are priced between $200,000 and $500,000, and townhomes cost between $400,000 and $700,000. Kirkwood has an overall CAP Index Crime Score of 4 out of 10, which matches the national average.
Kirkwood has some great craftsman homes.
Kirkwood also has some amazing 1930s Craftsman homes.
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Hiking at Kirkwood Urban Forest
The neighborhood is filled with both public and private green spaces. Hikers can wander through the 8-acre Kirkwood Urban Forest on Dixie Street to find a spring-fed stream, hundreds of hardwood trees and a wooden footbridge leading to a community garden. The Trolley Line hiking trail along Woodbine Avenue connects Gilliam Park and Coan Park. Together, these two parks have an urban garden, a dog park and a recreation center. Bessie Branham Park is at the community’s core on Delano Drive and has baseball diamonds, basketball courts and a playground. The private East Lake Golf Club and public Charlie Yates Golf Club are both on Glenwood Avenue, less than 2 miles away.
The Trolley Trail is a local path that connects Edgewood to other neighborhoods.
Kirkwood Dog Park is right around the corner from Edgewood and a fun place to take your pups.
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Less than 5 miles from Atlanta’s heart
Interstate 20 runs on the south side of Kirkwood, and a 5-mile drive west on the highway leads to downtown Atlanta. Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) stops are along Williams Drive and Memorial Drive. Grady Memorial Hospital is 5 miles away via I-20, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 13 miles southwest.
College and career prep at Jackson High or Drew Charter
Kids can start off at Toomer Elementary School and King Middle School, which both have C-plus grades from Niche. Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School gets a B-minus rating. High school students can enroll in the Atlanta College and Career Academy, which offers pathways in carpentry, dental science and graphic design. One of the area’s most in-demand schools is Drew Charter School, which has an A-minus Niche grade for its science-focused curriculum and college prep programs. Kirkwood is 4 miles from Georgia State University, one of the city’s largest research universities, and 3 miles from Agnes Scott College, a private women’s college that is considered one of the Seven Sisters of the South.
Welcome to the Kirkwood School Lofts.
Toomer Elementary School serves students K-5th grade.
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Parks in this Area
Oakhurst Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Coan Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Bessie Branham Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Gilliam Park
Dog Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Lake Claire Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Playground
DeKalb Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
22 min drive
Bus
2nd Ave & 342
Bus
2nd Ave & 351
Bus
2nd Ave & Bryan Pl
Bus
Memorial Dr SE & Wyman St SE
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E Lake Dr & Johnston Pl
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Memorial Dr SE & Dixie St SE
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Memorial Dr SE & Wilkinson Dr SE
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.112 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
7/29/2018Niche Review
I grew up in kirkwood and I have changed with it. I didn't allow gentrification to push me out of the neighborhood like it did for other black residents. I like the changes made to Kirkwood, but I wish people from the suburbs would stop trying to make it into a suburb. It is a city neighborhood and residents shouldn't expect it to shut down and become quiet by 8pm every night. Let the night life live through out kirkwood the way it always has.
3.0Niche User
7/21/2016Niche Review
Living here has its ups and downs.
3.0Current Resident
9/10/2023Niche Review
I find it funny whenever I read how "diverse" Kirkwood is. Perhaps 10 years ago, it may have been so, however over the past five years, it has become predominantly white. just Google a photo of the neighborhood business association, which is an obvious indication of the lack of inclusion, people of color have in this neighborhood. The price of real estate has gone through the roof and just plain ridiculous. It's saving grace is its location and convenience all the Atlanta has to offer.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kirkwood
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kirkwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kirkwood, Atlanta sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Kirkwood, Atlanta over the last 12 months is $496,600, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Contemporary elegance in the heart of historic Kirkwood, walking distance to Pullman Yards and Kirkwood Village. Modern luxury perfect for effortless entertaining showcasing 5-bedrooms, 4-bathrooms of spacious living and ample storage throughout. Boasting high vaulted ceilings, complemented with a flex bedroom on main offers a retreat like no other. Cutting edge features and attention to detail
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Discover the ultimate opportunity to create your dream home or next high-yield investment in the heart of Atlanta’s booming Kirkwood/DeKalb corridor! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath fixer-upper is your blank canvas, ideally situated in one of the city's most dynamic and fast-growing communities.Surrounded by beautifully renovated homes and rapid development, this property is located in
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,211
Median Age
39
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$111,342
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$140,517
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
63.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
81/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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