Boulevard Heights is a small, leafy neighborhood just south of Grant Park, with a mix of bungalows, mid-century cottages, new moderns and townhomes, and the BeltLine’s Southside Trail taking shape nearby. If you’re thinking about buying here, here’s what to know and my step-by-step guide.
Want the big picture first? See my Boulevard Heights neighborhood guide for the video tour, market update and local favorites.
Boulevard Heights at a glance
- Location: City of Atlanta, about three miles southeast of Downtown
- Neighbors: Grant Park, Chosewood Park, Ormewood Park and East Atlanta
- Median sale price: $349,900 (past 12 months)
- Days on market: 12 (median)
- Homes for sale: 7 in October
- Schools: Atlanta Public Schools
A little history
Boulevard Heights began as an early 1900s streetcar suburb on the south side of Grant Park. Like many intown neighborhoods, it went through decades of slower growth before buyers rediscovered it, and in recent years new modern homes and townhomes have joined its older bungalows and cottages. Its future is closely tied to the Atlanta BeltLine, whose Southside Trail is being built along Boulevard.
What it’s like to live in Boulevard Heights
Boulevard Heights feels tucked away, with quiet, wooded streets that locals sometimes call BOHO. Grant Park, Zoo Atlanta and the Sunday farmers market are just to the north, and East Atlanta Village is a short drive east. Chua Quang Minh, a Vietnamese Buddhist temple, sits on Boulevard, and the 20-acre Boulevard Crossing Park is along the BeltLine corridor.
Homes and prices
You’ll find early 1900s bungalows, mid-century cottages, sleek new modern homes and new townhomes. Over the past 12 months, 23 homes sold in Boulevard Heights at a median of $349,900. That’s lower than a year earlier mostly because more new townhomes sold. Homes went under contract in a median of just 12 days and sold for about 100% of list price, and only 7 homes were for sale in October.
Who Boulevard Heights fits
Boulevard Heights tends to fit buyers who want to live near Grant Park and the BeltLine at a lower price point, including first-time buyers looking at new townhomes. If you need lots of homes to choose from, or you’d rather avoid nearby construction while the BeltLine is built, you may want to look at Grant Park or Ormewood Park too.
My step-by-step guide to buying in Boulevard Heights
Step 1: Get fully pre-approved
Homes went under contract in a median of 12 days, so have your pre-approval ready before you tour.
Step 2: Ask about first-time buyer help
Some new townhomes here have offered lender credits and help like the Georgia Dream grant. Ask what’s available on any home you’re considering.
Step 3: Compare older homes and new townhomes
Older homes may have more yard and character, while new townhomes come with warranties and HOA fees. Compare total monthly costs, not just price.
Step 4: Inspect carefully
For older homes, get a full inspection and a sewer scope. For new construction, still get an independent inspection before closing.
Step 5: Ask about BeltLine construction
The Southside Trail is still being built. Ask about timing and noise near the home you’re considering.
Step 6: Check the school zone
Boulevard Heights is in Atlanta Public Schools. Confirm the zone for the exact address.
Step 7: Spend time in the neighborhood
Walk the streets, visit Grant Park and the farmers market, and drive to East Atlanta Village.
Local favorites near Boulevard Heights
- Boulevard Crossing Park, a 20-acre park along the BeltLine corridor
- BeltLine Southside Trail, under construction along Boulevard
- Chua Quang Minh, a Vietnamese Buddhist temple on Boulevard
- Grant Park and Zoo Atlanta, just to the north
- Grant Park Farmers Market, Sundays in season
Boulevard Heights FAQ
How much do homes cost in Boulevard Heights?
Over the past 12 months (Nov 2025–Oct 2026), homes in Boulevard Heights sold for a median of $349,900, according to FMLS.
Why did the median price drop?
Mostly because more new townhomes sold over the past year, which changes the mix of homes, not because individual homes lost value.
How fast do Boulevard Heights homes sell?
Homes went under contract in a median of 12 days and sold for about 100% of list price.
Is Boulevard Heights on the BeltLine?
Yes. The Southside Trail is under construction along Boulevard, near Boulevard Crossing Park.
What schools serve Boulevard Heights?
Atlanta Public Schools. Confirm the zone for each address.
Is Boulevard Heights good for first-time buyers?
It can be, especially with new townhomes priced below many nearby neighborhoods and possible first-time buyer incentives.
Ready to explore Boulevard Heights?
Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, selling, relocating to Atlanta, or looking for an agent who welcomes LGBTQ+ clients, I’d love to help you find your place in Boulevard Heights. Start with my Boulevard Heights neighborhood guide, or call or text me at 404-643-2013.