Ashview Heights is a historic Westside neighborhood right next to the Atlanta University Center, with Craftsman bungalows, deep roots in Atlanta’s Black history and quick access to Downtown and the BeltLine. 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 Ashview Heights neighborhood guide for the video tour, market update and local favorites.
Ashview Heights at a glance
- Location: City of Atlanta, about two miles west of Downtown
- Neighbors: Atlanta University Center, West End, Washington Park and Westview
- Median sale price: $270,000 across ZIP 30314 (past 12 months)
- Landmark: Booker T. Washington High School, opened 1924
- Transit: West End MARTA station nearby
- Schools: Atlanta Public Schools
A little history
Ashview Heights grew in the 1910s as the streetcar reached the area. Developer Herman Perry built homes and offered mortgages to Black families at a time when they were hard to get, giving Black Atlantans room to grow west of the city. Perry also deeded land to the city for Booker T. Washington High School, Atlanta’s first public high school for Black students, which opened in 1924. Built for 2,000 students, it had nearly 6,000 within a decade, and its alumni include Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
What it’s like to live in Ashview Heights
Ashview Heights is a quiet residential neighborhood with a big neighbor: the Atlanta University Center, home to Morehouse, Spelman and Clark Atlanta University. Front porches, mature trees and early 1900s homes line its streets, and West End’s food hall, restaurants and the breweries at Lee + White are close by. The neighborhood is still changing, with renovations and new investment alongside long-time residents.
Homes and prices
You’ll find Craftsman bungalows, cottages with deep front porches, renovated historic homes and some newer infill. Only a handful of homes sell under the Ashview Heights name each year, so I look at ZIP 30314 for a bigger picture: 147 homes sold across the ZIP at a median of $270,000 over the past 12 months, with a median of 34 days on the market. Prices vary a lot between move-in-ready homes and ones that still need work.
Who Ashview Heights fits
Ashview Heights tends to fit buyers who want a historic home at a lower price point, love being close to the AUC and Downtown, and are excited about a neighborhood with deep history that’s still growing. If you want a finished, polished streetscape on every block, another neighborhood may fit better.
My step-by-step guide to buying in Ashview Heights
Step 1: Get fully pre-approved
Know your budget and monthly payment before you tour so you can move when the right home comes up.
Step 2: Ask about down payment help
First-time buyers may qualify for Georgia Dream or City of Atlanta down payment programs. Ask early, since some have income limits.
Step 3: Compare renovated and unrenovated homes
Renovated homes and homes that need work can be priced very differently. Decide how much work you want to take on and get contractor estimates.
Step 4: Inspect older homes carefully
Many homes are about 100 years old. Plan for a full inspection and a sewer scope, and ask what has been updated and whether permits were pulled.
Step 5: Check the school zone
Ashview Heights is in Atlanta Public Schools. Confirm the zone for the exact address.
Step 6: Walk the blocks
Conditions can vary from street to street. Walk your street and the blocks around it on a weekday and a weekend.
Step 7: Spend time in the neighborhood
Walk the AUC campuses, visit Washington Park and explore West End. It’s the best way to see if Ashview Heights feels like home.
Local favorites near Ashview Heights
- Atlanta University Center, home to Morehouse College, Spelman College and Clark Atlanta University
- Booker T. Washington High School, Atlanta’s first public high school for Black students
- Washington Park, a historic park and tennis center just west of the neighborhood
- BeltLine Westside Trail, for walking and biking
- West End, with its food hall, restaurants and Lee + White
Ashview Heights FAQ
How much do homes cost in Ashview Heights?
Few homes sell under the Ashview Heights name. Across ZIP 30314, homes sold for a median of $270,000 over the past 12 months, according to FMLS.
What is Ashview Heights known for?
Its history: Herman Perry developed much of it for Black homebuyers in the 1910s, and Booker T. Washington High School opened here in 1924.
Is Ashview Heights near the Atlanta University Center?
Yes. The neighborhood sits right next to the AUC.
Is there MARTA near Ashview Heights?
Yes. The West End MARTA station is close by.
What schools serve Ashview Heights?
Ashview Heights is in Atlanta Public Schools. Confirm the zone for each address.
Is Ashview Heights good for first-time buyers?
It can be, with prices below many intown neighborhoods and possible down payment help. Budget for older-home upkeep and a careful inspection.
Ready to explore Ashview 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 Ashview Heights. Start with my Ashview Heights neighborhood guide, or call or text me at 404-643-2013.