Bungalows, patios and porch festivals.
One of Atlanta’s most loved intown neighborhoods, with early-1900s bungalows, walkable village corners full of restaurants, Piedmont Park and the Beltline nearby and festivals all year.
- $1.21M
- Median sale price, Virginia-Highland (past 12 months)
- 5
- Median days on market
- 3
- Walkable village business districts
- Summerfest
- One of the neighborhood’s signature festivals
Last updated: November 2026 · Market data from FMLS, Virginia Highland subdivision, Nov 2025–Oct 2026
Is Virginia-Highland right for you?
Virginia-Highland tends to fit buyers who want a historic home on a walkable, tree-lined street, with restaurants, parks and the Beltline close by.
Walkable villages
Restaurants, bars and shops at Virginia and North Highland, St. Charles and Amsterdam Walk areas.
Parks and trails
John Howell Park, Orme Park, the Arboretum, Piedmont Park and the Beltline.
Historic homes
Craftsman bungalows and early-1900s homes on tree-lined streets.
Where is Virginia-Highland?
Virginia-Highland sits about 3 miles northeast of Downtown, east of Piedmont Park and Midtown. Morningside is to the north, Poncey-Highland is across Ponce de Leon Avenue to the south and Druid Hills is to the east.
Getting around
- The Beltline Eastside Trail runs along the neighborhood’s west side, near Ponce City Market.
- Ponce de Leon Avenue and Monroe Drive connect you to Midtown and Downtown.
- Emory and Decatur are a short drive east.
See Virginia-Highland for yourself
Shannon shares what makes Virginia-Highland so loved: historic charm, walkability, local businesses, parks, restaurants and community events.
Local favorites
- Atkins Park, a neighborhood tavern dating to the 1920s
- Blind Willie’s, a long-running blues club
- John Howell Memorial Park, fields, courts and a playground
- Orme Park and the Virginia-Highland Arboretum, green space and trails
- Virginia-Highland Summerfest, art, music and food every summer
- Porchfest, live music on neighborhood porches
Virginia-Highland market update: November 2026
In the Virginia Highland subdivision over the past 12 months (Nov 2025–Oct 2026), 49 homes sold at a median of $1,210,000, with a median of just 5 days on the market. Homes sold at about 100% of list price, and there were 17 homes for sale in October.
- $1,210,000
- Median sale price
- 5
- Median days on market
- 17
- Active listings
Source: FMLS InfoSparks, Virginia Highland subdivision, all residential, Nov 2025–Oct 2026. Some homes and condos are listed under other names (like Virginia-Highland or building names), so a close, not exact, picture. Updated monthly.
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Homes in Virginia-Highland
Virginia-Highland grew in the early 1900s as a streetcar suburb, and many of its Craftsman bungalows and traditional homes date to the 1910s–1930s. You’ll also find renovated and expanded homes, some newer builds and a few condos and townhomes. The median sale price in the Virginia Highland subdivision was $1,210,000 over the past 12 months, according to FMLS.
Thinking about buying here? Read my step-by-step guide to buying a home in Virginia-Highland.
Three things buyers should know
- Homes move fast. The median home sold in about 5 days, so be pre-approved and ready.
- Check renovations. Many homes have been expanded; ask for permits and inspect carefully.
- Know the location. Homes near the commercial corners and the Beltline can see more noise and traffic.
Tips for buyers in Virginia-Highland
- Get pre-approved before you tour.
- Set up instant listing alerts.
- Consider condos or townhomes as a lower-cost way in.
- Get a full inspection and a sewer scope on older homes.
- Ask me for recent street-by-street sales.
Q3 2026 Virginia-Highland Neighborhood Guide
Market stats, local favorites and what to know before you buy in Virginia-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.