Atlanta's Tallest New Tower in 30 Years + $240M Housing Frenzy

Happy Wednesday, Atlanta! This week brought us a major skyline milestone with 1072 West Peachtree topping out as our tallest new building since the early '90s, plus a massive $240M senior housing deal that shows just how hot our real estate market has gotten. From luxury towers to affordable housing wins, there's a lot happening in our city right now.

Atlanta's Tallest New Building in 30 Years Is Done

1072 West Peachtree has topped out at 60 stories, making it Atlanta's tallest new tower since the early 1990s. The crane is coming down.

THIS WEEK IN ATLANTA

Atlanta Senior Housing Market Hits $240M in Sales

A West Cobb senior living facility just sold for $240M.

Elise Restaurant Brings Art-Forward Dining to Midtown Atlanta

Chef Craig Richards opened Elise next to the High Museum, and it's the sophisticated Midtown dining experience Atlanta has been waiting for.

Atlanta Finally Has a Vietnam War Memorial in Piedmont Park

The Sons of Atlanta Vietnam War Monument is complete in Piedmont Park, honoring 240 local veterans killed in action.

QUICK HITS

• Elyse Buckhead broke ground as Atlanta's priciest condo tower yet, with units starting at $1 million and already nearing $60M in presales. →

• The BeltLine announced an autonomous shuttle pilot for 2026, but the long-awaited light rail is still on hold. →

• The Wren at 640 is bringing 187 affordable housing units to Old Fourth Ward, with all units income-restricted for residents earning 60% AMI or less. →

FROM OUR DESK

WHAT'S TRENDING

That's it for this week.

Here's to another week of watching Atlanta grow and evolve.

— ATL Vibes & Views