Benteen Park
Large lots, affordable homes, SE Beltline coming
Location and Boundaries
Benteen Park sits in southeast Atlanta, south of Boulevard Heights and east of Lakewood. The neighborhood is named after the park at its center. Grant Park and Zoo Atlanta are approximately 1 mile north.
Housing Stock
Primarily 1945-1960 brick ranch houses and frame bungalows on larger lots than most intown neighborhoods.
Brick ranches (1950s-1960s): 1,000-1,400 sq ft, 2-3 bed, 1 bath. Solid foundations, easier renovation candidates.
Frame bungalows (1940s): 900-1,200 sq ft, wood-frame construction.
Lot sizes: 7,000-10,000 sq ft typical, with mature hardwoods. Generous by intown standards.
Price Ranges (2026)
| Tier | Price Range | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | Under $275K | Unrenovated original. Budget $70K-$100K for full renovation. |
| Mid | $300K-$375K | Partially updated. New kitchen or roof, cosmetic work needed. |
| Upper | $380K-$450K | Fully renovated with modern finishes. Some with rear additions. |
Schools
Atlanta Public Schools zoning:
- Elementary: Benteen Elementary
- Middle: Sylvan Hills Middle School
- High: Carver Early College
Charter options: Drew Charter School (East Lake), KIPP Southeast Atlanta, Atlanta Neighborhood Charter School
Transit and Commute
- Walk Score: 38
- Bike Score: 48
- Transit Score: 32
Car-dependent. No MARTA rail within walking distance.
Drive times:
- Downtown Atlanta: 10 minutes
- Grant Park restaurants: 3 minutes
- Hartsfield-Jackson Airport: 15-20 minutes
MARTA: Bus routes along Boulevard and Lakewood Avenue. No rail station nearby.
SE Beltline: Southside Trail under construction. Will connect to Grant Park and broader trail network when complete.
Development Trends
- SE Beltline Southside Trail construction active
- Infill construction on scattered lots
- Chosewood Park development along Hank Aaron Dr spilling into market
- Pattern from other Beltline-adjacent neighborhoods suggests price appreciation when trail completes
Key Tradeoffs
Pros:
- $310K median, affordable intown entry point
- Large lots with mature trees
- 1 mile from Grant Park amenities
- SE Beltline coming
Cons:
- Car-dependent (Walk Score 38)
- No MARTA rail nearby
- Limited dining and retail within neighborhood
- Some streets need infrastructure improvements
Sources: Zillow, Redfin, Walk Score, Atlanta Public Schools. Data reflects 2026 market conditions.
Last updated: March 18, 2026
Quick Facts
- Median Price
- $310,000
- Avg $/Sq Ft
- $235
- Walk Score
- 38
- Transit Score
- 32
- Bike Score
- 48
- ZIP Codes
- 30315, 30316
- Beltline
- Nearby
Why Live in Benteen Park
- Median home price $310K, avg $235/sq ft
- Large lots (7,000-10,000 sq ft) with mature trees
- SE Beltline Southside Trail construction nearby
- 1 mile from Grant Park and Zoo Atlanta
- 1950s bungalows and ranches with renovation potential
Local Amenities
Parks
- Benteen Park
- D.H. Stanton Park
Nearby
- Grant Park (1 mile)
- Zoo Atlanta
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Clients in Benteen Park
★ 5 · 24 reviews on Google"Deep knowledge of the Atlanta market, especially Boulevard Heights, Chosewood Park, Ormewood Park, and Reynoldstown. Generated serious interest before the property even hit the market."— David Darko-Mensah
"Not a part-time Realtor. She hit the ground running, told me what I needed to do, and we had it under contract in 40 days."— Bill Powell
"The exact person we were looking for when it came to the neighborhood and the type of home we wanted. Helped us from beginning to end."— Fox Wade
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