Southwest Atlanta Is Gaining Momentum: What’s Happening Around 1265 Lee Street

There’s a noticeable shift happening in Southwest Atlanta—and if you spend any time around Lee Street, Murphy Avenue, or the BeltLine, you can feel it. For years, this part of the city has had the right fundamentals: close proximity to downtown, access to MARTA, and a network of historic neighborhoods. What it lacked was sustained, large-scale investment. That’s beginning to change in a meaningful way.

At our property at 1265 Lee Street, we’re seeing that momentum build in real time. What makes this moment different is not just one project, but a series of developments all moving forward at once—each reinforcing the other and creating a more connected and active corridor.

The Atlanta BeltLine continues to be the driving force behind much of this growth. More than just a trail, it has become a framework for redevelopment, attracting both public and private investment into areas that were previously overlooked. As more sections come online and surrounding land is repositioned, the southwest side is starting to benefit from the same momentum that transformed other parts of the city.

One of the most significant developments nearby is Murphy Crossing. Located just a short distance from Lee Street, this project represents one of the largest and most impactful redevelopment sites along the BeltLine. Plans call for a mix of residential, retail, and adaptive reuse of existing industrial buildings, creating a true mixed-use district. After years of planning, the project is now moving forward in a more tangible way, with early phases taking shape.

At the same time, additional investment is taking shape along the BeltLine and nearby corridors. A recently reported project along Sylvan Road and the BeltLine includes plans for new apartments and retail, further adding to the residential density and commercial demand in the area. These types of developments are critical—they bring rooftops, foot traffic, and daily activity that support long-term growth.

What makes these future developments even more compelling is that they’re building on an area that is already seeing success. The Lee + White district has become a proven destination on the southwest BeltLine, bringing together food and beverage operators, creative office users, and retail in a way that has consistently drawn people to the area. Projects like this matter because they demonstrate that the market is real—not theoretical.

In addition to these larger projects, there is also a growing trend of adaptive reuse and light industrial redevelopment throughout the area. Former warehouse and industrial properties are being repositioned into flexible spaces that support a mix of commercial uses. This adds an important layer of diversity to the local economy and helps create a more balanced, resilient neighborhood.

For a property like 1265 Lee Street, all of this activity has a direct impact. The site sits along a primary corridor with close access to the BeltLine and is surrounded by multiple projects that are either underway or advancing through development. As these come online, the area benefits from increased density, stronger demographics, and a broader mix of uses—all of which support retail, service, and commercial tenants.

What’s happening in Southwest Atlanta today is not the result of a single project, but rather a convergence of investment, infrastructure, and timing. The BeltLine continues to expand, Murphy Crossing is progressing, Lee + White is already established, and new developments are filling in the gaps between them. Southwest Atlanta has always had the underlying fundamentals. What we’re seeing now is those fundamentals being recognized—and backed by real investment.