CASCADE

HEIGHTS COMMERCIAL DISTRICT The Commercial District is the meeting place at the center of several historic, affluent, and predominately African American neighborhoods in Southwest . The area boasts easy access to , the airport, the new Beltline Westside Trail, active recreational venues, and exceptional green spaces. In the Cascade Heights Commercial District, community relationships are an essential ingredient to the success of several long-standing businesses that have served the area for decades as well as for new and planned shops and restaurants. The community embodies the entrepreneurial spirit of Atlanta as neighbors serve neighbors and people support friends.

“The focus is on having high quality service located in cool Mom and Pop establishments that contrast against big chain stores.” Since 1979, The Beautiful Restaurant has been serving up love and food to the community. Oscar Harris Architect and Community Leader

Legacy businesses are a staple here: Ashmel’s Plumbing and Dr. Young’s Dental Clinic both have over 40 years of service to the community.

Opened in 2017, the Spice House is home to authentic Caribbean food. Meals are prepared daily, using only fresh and natural ingredients.

DanceMakers of Atlanta is a premier Neighbors serving friends is the culture at center of dance education in the region. this local barbershop on Cascade Road. CENSUS DATA 1/2 Mile 1 Mile 2 Mile 3 Mile Population Total Population 1,355 4,975 31,417 7 7,745 No. of Households (HH) 586 2,008 12,514 31,159 Males 45% 45% 45% 46% Females 55% 55% 55% 54% Education High School Degree 18.50% 21.74% 19.85% 19.00% Baschelor’s Degree 9.37% 9.24% 7.52% 8.45% Graduate/Professional Degree 10.03% 8.18% 5.72% 6.00% Income Average Household $55,346 $56,204 $45,538 $43,648 Median Household $42,611 $43,996 $31,426 $29,919 HH Income < $49,999 58% 55% 69% 70% HH Income $50,000 - $74,999 20% 21% 14% 14% HH Income $75,000+ 22% 23% 17% 16% Average Disposable Income $44,212 $45,228 $37,190 $35,675 Commercial Total No. of Businesses 108 186 786 2,483 Total No. of Employees 795 1,308 4,565 18,476 Total No. of Businesses by Type Age Breakdown 1/2 mi. radius 2 mi. radius Professional Services 37 Benjamin E Mays Dr Other Services 65+ 21 17% <19 Retail 16 26% Food/Drink 50-64 10 20% ArtsEntertainment 6 20-34 35-49 19% Healthcare/Social Assist 4 17% Unclassified 4

3 Mile Rad Ashby ius I-20 MARTA Station 2 M ile R Bus ad Benjamin iu 68 E Mays Dr s

I-285 ile Radiu M s Bus 71 West End 1 MARTA ile R M ad Beecher Rd Station /2 iu 1 s

Cascade Rd Venetian Dr Atlanta CASCADE BeltLine HEIGHTS

Campbellton Rd

I-85/I-75

Housing & Community Development Tel. 404.330.6390 Atlanta City Studio Tel. 404.623.6585 Worthem Ave Ashmel Ct Ashmel Pl

CASCADE ROAD/AVENUE

AUDOBON CASCADE HEIGHTS FOREST COMMERCIAL DISTRICT Dolphin Dr Philadelphia Ave Philadelphia Herring Rd Beecher Rd

Benjamin E Mays Dr

Fontane Ave Cascade Rd

Blvd Granada

Belvedere Ave Delowe Dr

ADAMS PARK MOBILITY SCORES Somewhat 57 Walkable Very 72 Bikeable Montrose Ave Some 41 Transit CASCADE COMMUNITY The Cascade Heights Community is a beautiful and established in- town Atlanta area with exceptional homes, incredible amenities, and easy access to the airport, freeways, and downtown. The community includes almost a dozen neighborhoods. It blends its rich history with progressive values making it one of the most sought after areas in the Metro Atlanta Region. In Cascade Heights, you can experience the best of both worlds: suburban living with urban access and convenience. Whether you are looking to launch a new business idea, buy your dream home or discover a new place to visit, Cascade Heights has The Cascade Springs Nature Preserve is one of the many green spaces in the community. something for you.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS NPU I NPU R Westwood with a Vision /Westridge Sandtown Audubon Forest Resident Association The Cascade Community Association Adams Park Residents Association Cascade Heights CDC Cascade Heights Business Consortium Large residential lots, such as this one, make up the character of the neighborhoods. Beecher Hills Neighborhood

HIGHLIGHTS bike ride from the Atlanta 13 min. BeltLine Westside Trail

drive from the airport and 15 min. Dowtown 76k residents within 3 mi. radius This modern home was the residence 95% African American of the notable Paschal family.