Report Summary
Browns Mill Park, a neighborhood in South Atlanta, faces persistent underinvestment despite its close proximity to downtown and the presence of major community assets. The area is predominantly Black and low-income, with high poverty rates, underperforming schools, and limited access to health care, fresh food, and recreation. This research explores how strategic investments and partnerships could help transform Browns Mill Park into a thriving, connected neighborhood.
Key Insights
Disconnection from Opportunity: Browns Mill Park is only nine miles from Georgia Tech but lacks essential services, infrastructure, and commercial investment.
Community Assets with Untapped Potential: The Browns Mill Golf Course and Urban Food Forest could serve as anchors for health, recreation, and economic development.
Youth and Education Needs: Cleveland Avenue Elementary School is among the lowest-performing in APS, and neighborhood youth have limited access to enrichment programs.
Mobility Barriers: A lack of sidewalks, trails, and bike lanes isolates residents from transit and economic opportunity.
Opportunities for Action
The report recommends leveraging existing assets through expanded programming, forming public-private partnerships to revitalize Cleveland Avenue, and connecting residents to services through improved infrastructure. Supporting community-based organizations and attracting neighborhood-scale development will be critical to building long-term resilience.