Poncey Highland
Poncey Highland Atlanta HomesSouth of Virginia Highlands sits the trendy, metro Atlanta community of Poncey Highland. The small community is graced with historic charm and a great location east of the city. Starting in the early 1900s, Poncey Highland’s large houses on the hills laden with tall trees reflect the stately history. Today a variety of urban housing types and businesses fill in the walkable neighborhood full of restaurants, eclectic shops, and a variety of artistic studios.
Poncey Highland is located two miles northeast of Downtown Atlanta adjacent to Five Little Points. Boundaries include Ponce de Leon Avenue on the north (Druid Hills), Moreland Avenue (Candler Park) on the east, Freedom Parkway (Inman Park) on the south, and the BeltLine (Old Fort Ward) on the west.
Community Info
Details – Poncey Highland Real Estate
Spanning 241 acres, Atlanta real estate in Poncey Highland is a fine mix of homes, condominiums and lofts, and businesses. In Buildings is range from Craftsman and Revival to Contemporary. Most of the buildings are two-story or low rise.
Single-family homes feature between 1100 square feet and 3600 square feet. Prices begin in the $300,000s and surpass $1.2 million. The wide variety of condos, townhomes, and lofts are slightly less expensive. Vacant lots of 0.30 acres on today’s market list for $250,000.
Neighborhood streets include Seminole Avenue, Lynnwood Avenue, North Avenue, and Blue Ridge Avenue.
Neighborhood Amenities
Membership to the Poncey Highland Neighborhood Association (PHNA) is free for residents, owners, and business owners. Two members are eligible per mailing address. Citizens are involved in the community and business community as they help form policy and address community issues. The eclectic community of 1800 residents has adopted a Master Plan to sustain its smart growth and redevelopment projects while incorporating a rich and diverse character. Residents take pride in their community and are involved in decisions affecting the future.
Recreation and Culture
Residents of the quaint neighborhood easily access the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail. Part of a 22-mile corridor, the BeltLine connects to multi-use trails, transit, and public parks. Freedom Park crosses through Pouncey Highland, too. Trails and sidewalks lead to Little Five Points, Krog Street Market and other farmer’s markets. Facilities at Fourth Ward Park include an outdoor theater, a lake, skate park, playgrounds and fields as well as green space.
Neighborhood History
Named for Ponce de Leon Avenue and North Highland Avenue, Poncey Highland embodies a vibrant, chic spirit. It was established 1905-1930. The Carter Center and Jimmy Carter Presidential Library were established here near Interstate 485, Interstate 675, and Georgia 400 in 1982. Other buildings of most previous renditions of Ford Motor Company, Western Electric, Plaza Theater, Claremont Hotel and Briarcliff Plaza.
Neighborhood Schools
Students are served by two elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school.
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Your 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 Poncey Highlands.