This Picturesque Pair Redefines City Living

Inman Park and Old Fourth Ward (O4W) are Atlanta’s best examples of historical relevance and modern cool. Rich with architectural flavor; both are known as hip hubs for restaurants, local shopping, and proximity to the BeltLine—all combined, both neighborhoods’ residences have skyrocketed in price (not in small part to mixed-use revitalization projects like Ponce City Market and Krog Street Market). While Inman Park is mostly built out with a focus on preservation and renovations, O4W is the subject of some of the city’s most exciting future urban planning conversations. Walkability is central to both neighborhoods, with the BeltLine, Atlanta’s in-progress multiuse trail connecting the interior of the city, running right through. To best appreciate Inman Park and O4W, embark on a walking or biking tour. Inman Park is considered one of the finest collections of late 19th- and early 20th-century architecture in the Southeast—stroll down tree-lined streets like Euclid Avenue to spot Victorians (the most prevalent style in the neighborhood), charming Craftsman bungalows, and Greek Revivals like the Callan Castle, built by The Coca-Cola Company founder Asa Candler in the late 1800s.

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History

In 1889, Joel Hurt had a vision for a picturesque suburb away from the hustle of Downtown Atlanta—and, importantly, connected to his own electric streetcar line (one of the first in the South). Ultimately named after Samuel M. Inman, a wealthy cotton merchant, Inman Park became home to many notable Atlantans including governors and mayors. But by the 1950s, the neighborhood experienced urban decline with homes divided into apartments. In the 1970s, a group of urban pioneers started buying and restoring the grand old homes and fought to preserve the neighborhood’s architecture and spirit. Similarly, O4W was established in the late 1800s. It was originally part of Atlanta’s municipal ward system, and Fourth Ward was just one of several civic divisions. The “Old” designation came later, as the ward system was phased out in the 1950s. O4W is best known as the birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., born on Auburn Avenue in 1929.

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$2.3M

Highest sale (last 12 months)

$407

Average price per square foot (last 12 months, single-family homes)

2,618

Average square footage (last 12 months, single-family homes)

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“Both Old Fourth Ward and Inman Park are packed with charm and rich with history. Thanks to walkable neighborhoods, an abundance of public green spaces, and community events, these two not-so-hidden gems are a rare find in the heart of our booming metropolis.”
—Lauren Iverson, AH&L Editor-in-Chief and O4W Resident

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Future

It’s not often a thriving metropolis has an opportunity to revitalize and redevelop 25 acres in the city center. But such is the case for Atlanta on the O4W site of the former Atlanta Medical Center, which closed in 2022. While no definitive plans have been released, much dreaming is taking place among local preservationists, urban planners, commercial and residential developers, and local residents. While ideas differ and range from integrating the hospital’s history into whatever the future holds, to creating green and recreational spaces, to transformative mixed-use living and working spaces (and all of the above, all together), most agree that this is an extraordinary opportunity that will change the landscape (and property values) of O4W.

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IYKYK

Inman Park and O4W might have the city’s best photo ops. Jackson Street Bridge is where you go for the famous Atlanta skyline photo spot, and both neighborhoods are dotted with outstanding murals by local artists.

Big Brag

The Inman Park Festival and Tour of Homes (held each spring since the 1970s) celebrates the neighborhood with a parade, art, food, and home tours. It’s one of Atlanta’s most beloved events, drawing thousands from all over the state and beyond, and is the largest all-volunteer festival in the city.

Parks & Green Spaces

Inman Park: The namesake is actually a relatively tiny and quiet space between Euclid and Edgewood.

Springvale Park: Complete with a playground, it’s great for playdates in Inman Park.

Eastside Trail: This part of the Atlanta BeltLine runs through Inman Park and O4W (a “bar crawl” from Ponce City Market to Krog Street Market is a popular activity for fun-seeking locals).

Freedom Park: An expansive park, it has trails and green spaces connecting various neighborhoods in Atlanta, including Inman Park and O4W.

Historic Fourth Ward Park: This 17-acre park features a 2-acre lake, playground, splash pad, outdoor theater, and an athletic field.

Central Park: Its 17-plus acres include sports facilities with basketball and tennis courts, multipurpose fields, and a playground.

54 Columns Park: Located on Highland Avenue, this park features the art installation 54 Columns by artist Sol LeWitt.

Mascot

Inman Park has a registered trademark for its butterfly, chosen as a unifying symbol for the “restoration pioneers,” with its wings representing Inman Park’s constant evolution and renaissance.