Little Five Points, Atlanta’s most concentrated pocket of weird, music, vintage, and counterculture, tucked between Candler Park and Inman Park. We talk about why it was called “Little Five Points” as a nod to downtown Five Points, how the streetcar line helped create it as a neighborhood stop, and how the 70s and 80s shaped the identity people still love today. We hit the staples, Criminal Records, Junkman’s Daughter, Variety Playhouse, Star Bar, The Porter, Wrecking Bar, Aurora Coffee, and more, plus the Halloween parade that turns the whole district into a costume-fueled spectacle. We also get real about what could change next, aging property owners, pressure from bigger corporate buyers, and how the area has shifted over the last 10 to 20 years while still fighting to keep its personality. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to live near Little Five, or why people keep coming back, this one is your guide.

Alpharetta has come a long way from horse farms and quiet two-lanes to a high-income, family favorite with top schools, big brick traditionals, and serious amenities. Adam and Jeff trace the journey from Cherokee and Creek homelands to GA 400 growth, then dig into Avalon, Downtown Alpharetta, Halcyon, swim and tennis life, Big Creek Greenway, Alpha Loop plans, and the “custom” builder mystique. If you are moving to Metro Atlanta, this one helps you narrow the map.

In this episode of ATL: All Things Local, hosts Adam Mincey (Mincey Homes) and Jeff Goddard (Jasmine Mortgage Team) take a trip to Smyrna, Georgia, one of Metro Atlanta’s most dynamic suburban cities.

From its 1830s Methodist revival camp beginnings to its transformation into a thriving Cobb County hub, Smyrna offers small-town charm with big-city access. Adam and Jeff unpack the history, the homes, and the highlights — including the Silver Comet Trail, Nickajack Covered Bridge, The Battery, and the city’s top-rated schools.

You’ll also hear how Dobbins Air Force Base, Lockheed Martin, and Truist Park shaped its economy, plus how today’s real estate market is balancing affordability and growth.

🎧 Tune in to learn why Smyrna remains one of the most livable, accessible, and investment-worthy areas in Metro Atlanta.

Featuring:

• Local history: Creek Indian land, Methodist roots, Civil War ties
• Outdoor & community life: Silver Comet Trail, Market Village, Jonquil Festival
• Schools: Campbell High IB Program & strong Cobb County district
• Real estate snapshot: mid-century ranches, new builds, and OTP value
• Environmental notes: the Sterigenics story and what homeowners should know

Connect: 👉 MinceyHomes.com 👉 JasmineMortgageTeam.com 🎙️ ATL: All Things Local Podcast