09 Jun Great Upscale Living in Morningside
Morningside’s location within the Perimeter of Atlanta makes it the envy of all commuters who live in the outlying suburbs. This neighborhood was created in 1931, and the homes in Morningside and the adjoining communities have all helped to increase the growth of Atlanta.
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Morningside Elementary is one of the first schools built in Atlanta. It opened in 1929. Other schools were built to help keep up with the fast growth of the community. Today Briar Vista Elementary and Springdale Park Elementary have joined Morningside Elementary. The homes in Morningside that have middle or high school students can choose to enroll in Inman Middle, Shamrock Middle, Grady High or Druid Hills High Schools. There are also several private schools from which to choose.
Great architects helped to create some of the first homes in Morningside. Noble Park, Hylan Park and Johnson Estates were its first subdivisions. Lennox Park was developed later and featured several model homes for which the city is still famous. The homes in Morningside are impressive. As a long established neighborhood its architecture consists mostly of elegant lovely brick homes, many with bungalows.
Residents with homes in Morningside enjoy coming home after a long workday, but on the weekends, there are events to satisfy everyone in the household. When the warm weather arrives, many residents venture out to the farmers’ market. Every Saturday there, there are cooking demonstrations, fresh fruits, vegetables and crafts.
Bargain shoppers will certainly appreciate the annual Morningside Consignment Sale. It is a great opportunity for the community to get together and lend a hand to fellow neighbors.
The Taste of Morningside highlights food from local restaurants and chefs. Every November, residents can sample and enjoy local cuisine.
The social and festive nature of the community is also apparent in the park system. The parks add even more beauty to the community. There are acres of open green space and playgrounds. The recently opened Morningside Nature Preserve is just another reason to enjoy these premier parks on a pretty spring day.