Collier Hills

On the edge of Buckhead neighborhood, Collier Hills is an interesting mix of history and modern elegance. Older homes and mature trees fill the landscape. Whether retired or a young family, you will find a variety of residents in this neighborhood.

It is convenient to I-75 and close to everything in Buckhead and Midtown. You have a variety of shopping options and lovely schools and parks to hang out in with the kids.

It’s not uncommon to see parents and kids taking a stroll or riding bikes along the sidewalk. If you have a medical emergency you are in close proximity to Piedmont hospital.

If you are want a fabulous or eclectic dining experience check out one of many restaurants and bars in the area. Fellini’s and Figo are really great choices. If you are into steaks, check out Ted’s Montana Grill.

The homes in the area are a variety of styles from World War II era, to Colonial, to modern condos. The prices vary and there are quite a few rental options. The streets are a bit narrow in some places and traffic can get backed on when trying to access the interstate. But overall, the neighborhood has a quality and character that is not found in too many Atlanta neighborhoods.

Collier Hills is yet another fancy Buckhead neighborhood that is just perfect for the more established crowd. It is located between Peachtree St and Northside Dr, slightly off of Collier Rd. It is also pretty close to a few other popular locations. Midtown is only about 8 minutes away, while Downtown Atlanta is about 10 minutes away. This means that you can easily access local shopping centers, restaurants, and nightlife in no time.

This neighborhood has some of the most beautiful 1940’s brick homes. Most of the the houses retain their value, because the people that live here take great pride in this community. If you enjoy biking or hiking, you will just love the Atlanta Memorial Park and Tanyard Creek park (just to name a few). There are also playgrounds, as well as picnic areas, and a golf course in close proximity. This is a wonderful hang out spot for families looking to engage anxious kids to play about and experience the great outdoors.

In addition, this neighborhood is not too far from two of the most prestigious Atlanta art schools. Savannah College of Art and Design, and the artsy Portfolio Center are both within a 1 mile radius of the Collier Hills neighborhood. This attracts some students to live in the area as well (but cost of living can get pretty expensive).

Civil War buffs will be eager to hang their kepis in this neighborhood, which was the site of some of the worst Yanks-vs-Rebs encounters in Atlanta (Tanyard Creek Park, a swath of forest and grassy meadow shielding a few acres of the historic artery from further development, bisects the area into Collier Hills and Collier Hills North). The hilly, wooded landscape apparently made for a heck of a battleground.

Today, however, the biggest confrontation you’re likely to observe in these parts is an IPA-fueled rumble between a Phillies and a Braves fan at a post-Peachtree Road Race (a.k.a. July 4th) barbeque, or a particularly nasty debate over whether or not a neighbor’s army of Christmas inflatables are tacky enough to warrant an HOA intervention.

Houses here are a mix of augmented old Buckhead standards (much like many of the area ladies-who-lunch) and new-construction neo-mansions. The older homes don’t date quite back to the Civil War, thanks in part to General William “Slash-n-Burn” Sherman, but many post-WWII homes still stand – albeit with obvious facelifts. It’s pricey (it’s Buckhead) so less fortunate types intent on making a go of it here will want to track down a duplex or settle for an apartment in one of the neighboring neighborhoods.

Being part of Atlanta’s historic uptown, Collier Hills tends to attract well-funded families who revel in the area’s “high-society” billing and subsequent access to Buckhead's chichi businesses and wine-and-dine spots. A solid lineup of private schools is also a big draw for the breeding types, though if you choose to be a true rebel and send your young ‘uns to public school, there are a handful of well-regarded ones nearby. Cheers!