Campbellton Road - Atlanta, GA

Development of the area around Campbellton Road began in the late 1800s as Atlanta began transitioning from a rail hub town to a city. The area includes the Adair Park Historical District, with listings in the National Register. Given its central location to downtown Atlanta, residents are within 10 miles of the Hammond House Museum, Jimmy Carter Library and Museum, the Atlanta Cyclorama and Civil War Museum and the High Museum of Art.

The Campbellton Road area enjoys a reputation in Atlanta for both its ethnic dining options and its clubs and nightlife venues. Strong African American roots heavily influence both. Given the proximity to metro Atlanta, all the city's varied entertainment and restaurants are only a short drive away as well.

The Scotch Bonnet Jamaican Eatery lies at the center of Campbellton Road. This Caribbean restaurant serves up authentic Jamaican food. With its famous jerk chicken and jerk ribs, the only thing praised more than the flavors might be the generous portion sizes. Locals can call ahead and order their food to go or use the covered picnic tables by the building. While always moderately priced, Scotch Bonnet also offer a $5 lunch menu.

As to nightlife, Campbellton Road boasts several nightclubs, including Club Ellery's. Club Ellery's offers a sophisticated, relaxed ambiance with music ranging from jazz and fusion to modern hip-hop. Cover charges usually range up to $10 for live musical performance nights, and the food menu boasts items under $10. Ellery's also attracts locals for its Chicago Steppin' dancing on Thursday nights.

While Campbellton Road does have quiet neighborhood streets, the main road serves as an artery into the city center. As such, the road can be too crowded for safe bicycling. Most residents get around by car or public transportation. You'll find local mass transit available in the area: MARTA provides bus service on Campbellton Road itself, and it links to the city's extensive bus and rail services. Local roads have plenty of well-maintained sidewalks both on the main road and in neighborhoods, making the area pedestrian friendly.

Parking can usually be found for free at commercial businesses, as the area lacks the severe congestion of nearby downtown. Also, you can find taxis and Uber service available if you prefer not to drive. Cabs should be called if required as you won't often find a free cab on the streets looking for fares.

Campbellton Road has excellent access to the interstate system. It has direct access to I-85/I-75 and I-285, and comes within two miles of I-20. This gives the area immediate access to every interstate that serves Atlanta.

Campbellton Road has its own park for activities and events. Adams Park has the Alfred "Tup" Holmes golf course with reasonable greens fees and reduced rates for residents. Residents also take advantage of the numerous sports that take place in the park, such as baseball, softball, soccer and tennis. Beyond that, people enjoy free entrance to this publicly accessible, kid- and pet-friendly park. Adams Park also hosts many local festivals, including a cultural arts fair and jazz festival.

Bask in the comfort of a one-bedroom apartment in Campbelltown Road, where the average monthly rent hovers at $1,200. Should the allure of a house resonate with you, you'll be delighted to uncover houses for rent in Campbellton Road that average $1,300, offering you both ample space and a genuine sense of belonging. For those with aspirations of homeownership, Campbelltown Road presents an inviting opportunity, with an average house price of $170,000.

Shopping along Campbellton Road offers a great variety of options. For everyday shopping, Greenbriar Mall serves most locals.

One cute boutique in the area that features girls and women's clothing is the Girl Crush Boutique, an online-only store with its headquarters on Oglethorpe Avenue. Shop at GirlCrushbyCJohn.com to find a variety of trendy outfits to choose from in an atmosphere that brings out your feminine side. This local favorite has all of the latest chic contemporary fashion to help you dress the part of the confident, modern woman you are.

For more boutique-style shopping, head just a few miles east to the Piedmont Park area. There you can visit The Beehive, an industrial-chic retailer for local artists offering fashion, gifts, jewelry and locally baked goods. The store operators also teach classes in sewing and jewelry making. For a nostalgic look at fashion, try Angel's Vintage Boutique, home to a large selection of dresses from the 1940s to the 1980s. Finally, if you're seeking the trendy, Bill Hallman is an excellent stop, carrying the latest in fashion for both men and women.

For food shopping, many grocery stores serve the area, including Kroger and Market Place Grocery. Halal N Halal Meat Market also serves residents with religious dietary needs. If you're looking to shop at a farmer's market, journey a few miles east to the East Atlanta Village Farmer's Market where you can find fresh, local produce.