Sherwood Forest is an exclusive residential neighborhood in Fulton County, Georgia, located in Intown Atlanta within zip code 30309. Established in the 1940s and famous for its Robin Hood-themed street names, lush tree canopy, and a median home price of $1,450,000, Sherwood Forest provides peaceful suburban privacy directly adjacent to Midtown and Ansley Park.
Comparing mid-century modern architectural estates along Friar Tuck Road or historic homes near Ansley Golf Club?
Metric / Feature | Sherwood Forest Atlanta Data | Benchmark / Context |
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County & Location | Fulton County, GA (Intown Atlanta / Midtown Border) | Primary Zip Code: 30309 |
Median Home Price | $1,450,000 | Single-family homes range $1,100,000 to $3,200,000+ |
Architecture & Streets | Mid-Century Modern & Traditional Estates | Robin Hood Road, Friar Tuck Road, Little John Trail |
Parks & Cultural Access | Ansley Golf Club, Piedmont Park, Botanical Garden | Immediate walking access to Midtown arts district |
Data source: Fulton County Tax Assessor and City of Atlanta Planning Department. Georgia MLS Market Reports
Sherwood Forest is one of Atlanta's most tranquil and hidden residential enclaves. Developed following World War II, this tight-knit community features winding, hilly streets framed by dense mature hardwood trees. Unique Robin Hood-inspired street names, including Little John Trail, Maid Marion Way, and Friar Tuck Road, define its distinctive geography. Homes range from lovingly preserved 1950s mid-century modern ranches to expansive, custom-built contemporary luxury estates. Bordering Ansley Park and Midtown, residents enjoy a quiet sanctuary with immediate proximity to Arts Center MARTA station, Piedmont Park, and top cultural institutions.
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Sherwood Forest is located in Fulton County in Intown Atlanta, encompassing zip code 30309. It is situated between Peachtree Street, Interstate 85, and Ansley Park.
Sherwood Forest is renowned for mid-century modern homes built in the 1950s, high-end contemporary renovations, and custom luxury traditional estates situated on large wooded lots.
When the neighborhood was originally platted in 1949, developers chose a Robin Hood theme to complement the forested, secluded setting, naming streets Robin Hood Road, Friar Tuck Road, Little John Trail, and Maid Marion Way.
592 people live in Sherwood Forest, where the median age is 44 and the average individual income is $137,366. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Sherwood Forest, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Chevron, Clear Creek Center, and Taylor Sarreen.
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| Shopping | 0.84 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.28 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Sherwood Forest has 186 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sherwood Forest do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 592 people call Sherwood Forest home. The population density is 5,046 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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