Small neighborhood, big character.
A walkable intown neighborhood at Ponce de Leon and North Highland, with Craftsman bungalows, Manuel’s Tavern, the Carter Center, Freedom Park and the Beltline Eastside Trail.
- $765K
- Median sale price, ZIP 30307 (past 12 months)
- ~2 mi
- Northeast of Downtown Atlanta
- 1905–1930
- When most of the neighborhood was built
- Beltline
- Eastside Trail along the west side
Last updated: November 2026 · Market data from FMLS, ZIP 30307, Nov 2025–Oct 2026
Is Poncey-Highland right for you?
Poncey-Highland tends to fit buyers who want to walk to restaurants, parks and the Beltline, and like historic homes with a lively, eclectic feel.
Walk to everything
Restaurants on North Highland, the Plaza Theatre, Ponce City Market nearby and the Beltline.
Parks and history
Freedom Park, the Carter Center gardens and the Saturday Freedom Farmers Market.
Bungalows and more
Craftsman bungalows from the early 1900s, plus condos, townhomes and newer homes.
Where is Poncey-Highland?
Poncey-Highland sits about 2 miles northeast of Downtown, centered on Ponce de Leon and North Highland avenues. Virginia-Highland is across Ponce to the north, Inman Park is across Freedom Parkway to the south, Old Fourth Ward is across the Beltline to the west and Candler Park and Druid Hills are across Moreland Avenue to the east.
Getting around
- The Beltline Eastside Trail and Freedom Park trails connect you on foot or bike.
- Freedom Parkway is a quick route to Downtown and the Connector.
- MARTA buses run along Ponce de Leon and North Highland.
See Poncey-Highland for yourself
Shannon spends a day in Poncey-Highland: the Carter Center, the Plaza Theatre, the Beltline and the restaurants that make this small neighborhood so lively.
Local favorites
- Manuel’s Tavern, a historic Atlanta gathering spot on North Highland
- The Carter Center, the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, with gardens and skyline views
- Freedom Park, wide trails connecting to the Beltline
- Freedom Farmers Market, Saturday mornings at the Carter Center
- Tiny Lou’s, French-inspired dining at Hotel Clermont
- Plaza Theatre, Atlanta’s historic independent movie house
Poncey-Highland market update: November 2026
In ZIP 30307 over the past 12 months (Nov 2025–Oct 2026), 282 homes sold at a median of $765,000, with a median of 15 days on the market. Homes sold at about 99.6% of list price, and there were 96 homes for sale in October.
- $765,000
- Median sale price
- 15
- Median days on market
- 96
- Active listings
Source: FMLS InfoSparks, ZIP 30307, all residential, Nov 2025–Oct 2026. Poncey-Highland has too few sales under its own subdivision name for a reliable median, so this ZIP data also includes Inman Park, Candler Park and other nearby neighborhoods. Updated monthly.
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Homes in Poncey-Highland
Most of Poncey-Highland was built between about 1905 and 1930, and Craftsman bungalows still set the tone. You’ll also find traditional and contemporary homes, plus condos and townhomes. Single-family homes here often sell for $700,000 and up, while condos and townhomes can be a more affordable way into the neighborhood.
Thinking about buying here? Read my step-by-step guide to buying a home in Poncey-Highland.
Three things buyers should know
- Inventory is small. Only a handful of homes sell here each year, so be ready to move.
- Condos are a way in. Condos and townhomes can cost much less than single-family homes nearby.
- Location matters. Being near Ponce, the Beltline or nightlife can change noise and parking.
Tips for buyers in Poncey-Highland
- Get pre-approved before you tour.
- Set up alerts so you see new listings right away.
- For condos, review HOA fees, reserves and rules.
- Get a full inspection and, for older homes, a sewer scope.
- Ask me for recent street-by-street sales, not just ZIP data.
Q3 2026 Poncey-Highland Neighborhood Guide
Market stats, local favorites and what to know before you buy in Poncey-Highland, in one free download.
Shannon Williams, PhD
About 20 years in education before real estate, and I still work like a teacher: one clear step at a time, no question too basic. Nearly 300 Atlanta families helped. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, selling, relocating to Atlanta, or looking for an agent who welcomes LGBTQ+ clients, I’ll walk you through every step.