Buckhead
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“There’s a perception that Buckhead is this very affluent Beverly Hills type of area . But the residential options we have run the gamut,” says Tom Tidwell, chairman of the Buckhead Council of Neighborhoods. “We have everything from starter homes to multimillion dollar mansions. We have condos and apartments. And there are actually many deals to be had. Whether you’re a CEO or a recent college graduate, there is something for everyone.” In recent years, more diverse residential options have come to the table, including multifamily complexes that are welcoming an influx of millennials who want to call Buckhead home. Of course, the community also still remains home to some of the most upscale residential offerings in the metro area; as the Coalition observes, Buckhead contains almost 40 percent of the Atlanta region’s supply of homes valued at more than $500,000. It’s undoubtedly a unique mix.
Lifestyle
Living the Life in Buckhead
Professional sports teams and stadiums may be in downtown Atlanta, and numerous performing arts venues may call Midtown home, but there’s nothing that can beat the lifestyle of Buckhead. Within its 28 square miles, there is shopping, dining, culture, nightlife, outdoor recreation and much more.
Restaurants
“Buckhead is the dining room of Georgia,” Sam Massell declares with pride. And he’s right. With more than 300 eateries all within Buckhead, there’s no better place to enjoy everything from a casual meal to truly fine dining. From French bistros to Mediterranean cafes to American steakhouses to Italian restaurants, there’s something for everyone.
Nightlife
For many years, Buckhead was known for its bar and entertainment district. That area may have gotten smaller as new development opportunities arose, but the community is no less a destination for excellent after hours entertainment. One of Buckhead’s original nightspots, Johnny’s Hideaway is still going strong. There are also a host of additional venues, from the Havana Club to Moondogs to the Elbow Room.
Shopping
Buckhead is one of the biggest shopping meccas in the southeast. With two major malls (Lenox Square Mall and Phipps Plaza), a new nine-acre mixed-use development (The Shops Buckhead Atlanta) and an array of boutiques and shops, you’ll find everything you could possible want. In fact, according to the Buckhead Coalition, Buckhead boasts 1,500 retail outlets that gross upwards of $3 billion annually. People travel from all over just to access the shopping opportunities, which include such high-end labels as Armani, Dior, Fendi, Hermes and Louis Vitton, as well as countless additional stores.
Information from Amy Meadows with KNOWAtlanta.com
