Finding Affordable Housing along the Beltline

Finding affordable housing along the Atlanta Beltline has become increasingly feasible, thanks to concerted efforts by Atlanta Beltline and partners. In 2024, the Beltline created and/or preserved 569 affordable housing units within the Beltline Tax Allocation District, nearly double its annual goal of 300 units, bringing the total to 74% of its target to create or preserve 5,600 affordable units by 2030 within the Beltline TAD. 

Developments like Madison Reynoldstown provide affordable rental units directly along the Beltline. The 116-unit apartment building, which opened in late 2024, has apartments with affordability levels ranging from 30 percent to 80 percent of Area Median Income (AMI). The units will remain affordable for 30 years. Specifically, 29 units are set aside for families or individuals earning at or below 30 percent AMI, 63 units are set aside at or below 60 percent AMI, and 24 units are set aside at or below 80 percent AMI.

Madison Reynoldstown is located adjacent to the Southeast Trail next to the Lofts at Reynoldstown Crossing on Memorial Drive where the Eastside Trail meets the Southside Trail. The Lofts at Reynoldtown Crossing were purchased, developed, and sold by ABI in 2011 with 28 affordable condos leveraging down payment assistance as a wealth-building tool through homeownership. 

Resources for Renters 

If you're seeking affordable rental options along the Beltline, several resources can assist: 

1. The Beltline Affordable Housing Dashboard  tracks units created and preserved by the Atlanta Beltline and its partners within the Beltline geography. The dashboard includes links to websites for each property. Inquiries can be made by contacting each property directly. 

2. Invest Atlanta tracks affordable apartments around the Beltline and throughout the city.  

3. Georgia Housing Search: Sponsored by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, this platform allows you to search for rental housing opportunities throughout Georgia, filtering by rent and other parameters. 

4. Housing Voucher Programs: Atlanta Housing's Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly Section 8) assists low-income individuals and families in renting safe, affordable units in the private market. 

Support for Homebuyers 

For those interested in purchasing a home along the Beltline: 

1. Atlanta Land Trust: Dedicated to creating and preserving permanently affordable housing in Atlanta, the Atlanta Land Trust focuses on maintaining affordability in neighborhoods surrounding the Beltline. 

2. Home Empowerment Workshops: Offered by the Atlanta Beltline Partnership, these workshops provide residents with tools and resources to stay in their homes, covering topics like financial literacy and homeownership. Check out our events calendar for the latest workshops.

3. Both Atlanta Housing and Invest Atlanta offer downpayment assistance and other resources for those seeking homeownership opportunities. 

 Staying Informed 

To stay updated on affordable housing opportunities and resources along the Atlanta Beltline, visit beltline.org/live. Whether you're renting or buying, the Beltline offers a range of options to make living in this vibrant corridor accessible and affordable.