Virginia-Highland retail strip primed for $3 million upgrade

One of Virginia-Highland's historic commercial retail strips is bringing in new tenants and getting a $3 million facelift.

Context: Developer Third & Urban's roughly 61,000-square-foot Atkins Park portfolio along North Highland Avenue includes Neighbors and City Church.

• The building at 842 North Highland Ave., which the developer purchased in 2025 and was recently upgraded, is home to a yoga studio, salon and more.

Down the street at 780 North Highland Ave., the company plans to create an indoor-outdoor courtyard bordered by retail spaces and a new facade.

What's next: Construction is expected to begin in spring.