Originally settled by Cherokee and Creek tribes, Buckhead began its development in the 1830s when Henry Irby built a tavern and general store at Peachtree and Paces Ferry Road. Since then, it has evolved into one of Atlanta’s most prestigious neighborhoods.Apartment List Today, with around 100,000+ residents, it forms nearly a fifth of the city’s population and serves as the third‑largest business district within Atlanta.Wikipedia
Population: ~100,000 residents, with a daytime swell to ~140,000 from commuters and visitors.Wikipedia+2livablebuckhead.com+2Buckhead+2
Median Household Income: ~$110K; per capita income ~ $85K.Buckhead
Housing: Median home value ~ $670K; over 54% of households are renters.Wikipedia+3Buckhead+3Apartment List+3
Economy: Buckhead generates ~$2.9B in annual retail sales, hosts ~23M sq ft of office space, and includes 300+ restaurants, 1,500+ shops, and nearly 6,000 hotel rooms.artisanhaus.com+4livablebuckhead.com+4Wikipedia+4
Retail Hubs: Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza offer designer boutiques like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Saks Fifth Avenue. Nearby, the walkable Buckhead Village District and Miami Circle galleries feature trendy eateries and antique shops.Wikipedia+11debbieleonard.com+11Discover Atlanta+11
Dining & Nightlife: Fine dining options abound—from Chops Lobster Bar and Umi Sushi to local favorites like Gypsy Kitchen and Bones Steakhouse. After dinner, enjoy a cocktail at The Regent or dance at hotspots like Tongue & Groove.bradpoolegroup.com+1brandon-patterson.com+1
Atlanta History Center: A 33-acre cultural complex with the Swan House, historic farms, and the iconic Cyclorama painting.brandon-patterson.com+4Discover Atlanta+4GetYourGuide+4
Performance Venues: Catch live shows at the historic Buckhead Theatre or enjoy music under the stars at Chastain Park Amphitheater.debbieleonard.com+6Discover Atlanta+6GetYourGuide+6
Parks & Recreation: Chastain Park (268 acres) offers golf, tennis, trails, and outdoor events. Nearby Bobby Jones Golf Course and Atlanta Memorial Park provide scenic escapes.lifeissuite.com+2artisanhaus.com+2bradpoolegroup.com+2
Buckhead blends stately neighborhoods—like Tuxedo Park, Garden Hills, and Peachtree Hills—with modern high-rises and luxury condos. It is served by top-tier schools such as The Westminster Schools, Pace Academy, and Atlanta International School, making it attractive for families.bradpoolegroup.com+4debbieleonard.com+4artisanhaus.com+4
Accessible: Easy commute via GA‑400, I‑75, I‑85, and two MARTA rail stations (Buckhead and Lenox).Discover Atlanta+3debbieleonard.com+3brandon-patterson.com+3
Walkability: Highly walkable near shopping and dining corridors, with emerging bike lanes and public transit options.Rent.comRedfin
Lifestyle: A cosmopolitan neighborhood offering polished suburban streets, cultural events, charity galas, and luxury living.brandon-patterson.comatlantarealestatesource.com
Feature | Highlight |
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Population | ~100K residents; ~140K daytime |
Median Income | ~$110,000 |
Median Home Value | ~$670,000 |
Housing Mix | Condos, mansions, high-rises, renters dominate (~54%) |
Shopping & Dining | Lenox, Phipps, Buckhead Village, luxury boutiques |
Culture & Recreation | Atlanta History Center, Buckhead Theatre, Chastain Park |
Schools | Westminster, Pace, Atlanta Int’l, top public/private ranks |
Transit | MARTA, highways, emerging bike access |
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