Downtown

Historical buildings and student housing to pockets of newer construction perfect for investors.

Welcome to Downtown

Integrated into the heart of UGA’s campus, downtown Athens was named the South’s Best College Town in Southern Living Magazine (2022). It is not only the epicenter for students but the cultural center of the city.
 
From locally owned restaurants to unique boutiques and quaint shops to a vibrant and diverse music scene, Athens has an abundance to offer. Options for downtown living range from historical buildings and student housing to pockets of newer construction perfect for investors.
 

Overview for Downtown, GA

2,488 people live in Downtown, where the median age is 24 and the average individual income is $22,482. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,488

Total Population

24 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$22,482

Average individual Income

Around Downtown, GA

There's plenty to do around Downtown, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

92
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
82
Very Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Jimbo's, La Michoacana Antojitos Mexicanos, and Taqueria Juaritos.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Jimbo's Logo
Dining 0.89 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
La Michoacana Antojitos Mexicanos Logo
Dining 3.29 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Taqueria Juaritos Logo
Dining 3.4 miles 20 reviews 5/5 stars
A B C Package Store Logo
Dining · $$ 2.3 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Tienda Mexicana Los Amigos Logo
Dining · $ 1.24 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars
Normaltown Brewing Logo
Dining 0.72 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown, GA

Population Households Employment

Downtown has 1,115 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,488 people call Downtown home. The population density is 16,808.399 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,488

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

24

Median Age

47.55 / 52.49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,115

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$22,482

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Downtown, GA

All ()
Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Downtown. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating

Property Listings

Pending
MLS® 1020905

$11,220,000

580 E Broad Street, Athens, GA 30601
31,623 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1014704

$4,200,000

600 Pulaski Street, Athens, GA 30601
For Sale
MLS® 1014700

$4,200,000

600 Pulaski Street, Athens, GA 30601
9,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 10261451

$4,200,000

600 Pulaski Street, Athens, GA 30601
9,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1020937

$1,490,000

244 E Washington Street, Athens, GA 30601
4,779 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 10354312

$1,200,000

553 Pulaski Street, Athens, GA 30601
12 Beds 6 Baths 4,198 Sq.Ft.
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