Cabbagetown

Location and Boundaries

Cabbagetown sits between Inman Park to the north, Grant Park to the south, and Reynoldstown to the east. The Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail runs along the northern edge via Krog Street Tunnel. Oakland Cemetery forms the western boundary.

History

Built as housing for workers at the Fulton Bag and Cotton Mill in the late 1800s. The neighborhood’s name allegedly comes from the smell of cabbage cooking in mill workers’ homes. The mill operated until 1977. The former mill building is now Stacks Lofts.

Housing Stock

Almost entirely shotgun houses and small bungalows, with lofts in the former mill.

Shotgun houses (late 1800s-early 1900s): Narrow floor plans, typically 800-1,200 sq ft. Front porches, high ceilings. “Shotgun” refers to the straight-line layout from front to back.

Small bungalows: 1,000-1,400 sq ft, 2-3 bed, 1-2 bath.

Stacks Lofts: Modern loft living in the converted Fulton Bag and Cotton Mill building.

Price Ranges (2026)

Limited inventory. Homes sell quickly due to unique character and Eastside Trail proximity.

Schools

Atlanta Public Schools zoning:

• Elementary: Parkside Elementary
• Middle: King Middle School
• High: Maynard Jackson High School

Charter options: Atlanta Neighborhood Charter School, KIPP

Transit and Commute

• Walk Score: 74
• Bike Score: 82
• Transit Score: 48

Walkable to Eastside Trail and Krog Street Market.

Drive times:

• Downtown Atlanta: 10 minutes
• Midtown: 15 minutes
• Grant Park: 5 minutes

MARTA: King Memorial Station approximately 0.5 miles.

Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail: Direct access via Krog Street Tunnel. Walk to Krog Street Market, Inman Park, Old Fourth Ward.

Krog Street Tunnel

Pedestrian and cyclist tunnel connecting Cabbagetown to Inman Park. Features constantly rotating street art and murals. Primary Eastside Trail access point for the neighborhood.

Chomp & Stomp

Annual fall festival featuring chili cookoff and bluegrass music. Community event reflecting Cabbagetown’s working-class roots and artistic character.

Key Tradeoffs

Pros:

• Direct Eastside Trail access via Krog Street Tunnel
• Unique shotgun house architecture
• Walk to Krog Street Market
• Tight-knit community
• Oakland Cemetery adjacent

Cons:

• Limited inventory, homes sell quickly
• Small lot sizes
• Shotgun houses have narrow floor plans
• Limited on-street parking

Sources: Zillow, Redfin, Walk Score, Atlanta Public Schools. Data reflects 2026 market conditions.