Martin Manor
Atlanta Real Estate Martin ManorThe Lindridge Martin Manor neighborhood sits on the edge of Buckhead in uptown. It is between Interstate 85 and Cheshire Bridge Road. Northeast of downtown Atlanta, the historic neighborhood was originally built as affordable homes for young families. To this day, buyers appreciate Martin Manor’s relatively moderate price point for single-family homes, townhomes and condos in Atlanta.
Boundaries run southeast of Interstate 85 near 400, the Fulton/DeKalb County line, Peachtree Creek/I-85 on the west and Piedmont Road on the south. Small commercial areas are west of I Interstate 85 in Martin Manor. Just south is the Morningside-Lenox Park neighborhood and to the east is North Druid Hills.
Community Info
The charming in town Atlanta neighborhood includes 298 single-family homes plus condos. Martin Manor includes phases of varying development. It began with a rectangular street plan. The well-built homes boast a variety of exteriors but similar interior floorplans. Consistent are the large yards and beautiful pine and dogwood trees throughout the area.
The oldest homes are brick or frame bungalows, usually one story with 2-3 bedrooms and one bath. In the 1950s, ranch-style homes joined the neighborhood. Interspersed are a few estates such as a large English tutor home. Later, a cluster of condo buildings appeared, including Cedar Chase, Melante Circle, Armand Circle, and Armand Court.
Real estate prices range from approximately $140,000 to $800,000.
Neighborhood Overview
The charming in town Atlanta neighborhood includes 298 single-family homes plus condos. Martin Manor includes phases of varying development. It began with a rectangular street plan. The well-built homes boast a variety of exteriors but similar interior floorplans. Consistent are the large yards and beautiful pine and dogwood trees throughout the area.
The oldest homes are brick or frame bungalows, usually one story with 2-3 bedrooms and one bath. In the 1950s, ranch-style homes joined the neighborhood. Interspersed are a few estates such as a large English tutor home. Later, a cluster of condo buildings appeared, including Cedar Chase, Melante Circle, Armand Circle, and Armand Court.
Real estate prices range from approximately $140,000 to $800,000.
Neighborhood Activities
Martin Manor is graced by several community amenities. The trail plans in Martin Manor include 31 miles along the South Fork and its tributaries. The Meadow Loop, Cedar Chase, and Cheshire Farm Trails provide miles of outdoor enrichment. Cedar Chase Trail curves underneath Interstate 85 meeting the convergence of the North and South Forks to Peachtree Creek. Residents keep up a beautiful community garden.
In addition, under the leadership of the Lindridge Martin Manor Neighborhood Association (LMMNA), the community is working to develop the new Armand Park. It will add more green space, playgrounds, and connections to the trail system. In the offing is light rail service to Emory University via the Clifton Corridor Transit.
Neighborhood History
In 1838 Capt. Cheshire built a large home. It sat on a hill overlooking Peachtree Creek and his vast Atlanta real estate holdings on the west side. Benjamin Plaster owned adjoining land. Children used to hunt for remnants of the Civil War in the area.
In the 1940s, BA Martin developed Martin Manor to provide affordable housing for young families and veterans. North of Martin Manor, William Holman developed Lindridge. Armand Heights came next. Later, Interstate 85 and Buford Highway construction divided up these neighborhoods.
Neighborhood Schools
Atlanta Public School District serves students living here. The schools participate in the International Baccalaureate Curriculum. Garden Hills Elementary, Sutton Middle School, and North Atlanta High School are among the top performing schools.
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Your Martin Manor Atlanta Neighborhood Expert
Please contact Butch Whitfield, Harry Norman Realtors, at 770.630.6668 or 404.897.5558 for more information about Atlanta real estate in Martin Manor.