Roswell
Roswell, Georgia is currently the sixth largest city in the state, with most of its growth in population taking place over the past fifteen years. If you are interested in making Roswell your home you will be living in one of Georgia’s most affluent cities. The city of Roswell has sixteen beautiful parks with 800 acres of active and passive park land and facilities. Roswell was chosen twice by Atlanta Magazine as the best place to live in the greater Atlanta area. The city of Roswell also was ranked as one of the safest cities to live in, which is a big plus if you are planning on relocating with your family.
Roswell has a deep history but in spite of its far-reaching roots this city is very much connected to the modern age. Just twenty miles from downtown Atlanta, the location is perfect as it gives you a nice balance between small town living and the hustle and bustle of big city life. Investing in real estate in Roswell is a wise decision as there are many business and career opportunities in this city as well as in other nearby suburbs of Atlanta.
This city of 54,000 residents is made up of just less than 140 neighborhoods. The most recent figures coming out of Roswell tell us that the average listing price for a home in the city is about $378,400 with the median sale price being $250,000. The average price of a property per square foot for Roswell is now $108 – a decrease of 5.3% compared to the same period last year. The average household income is just over $71,000 with the state average being $42,400.
Roswell’s public schools are a part of the Fulton County School System. There are currently two charter schools for K through 8 and 6 through 8 as well as nine elementary schools, three middle schools and three high schools operating in the district. Roswell also offers twelve different private schools so families have many education options for their children.
You’ll find historical attractions in and around Roswell that draw visitors from near and far. The Faces of War Memorial depicts fifty faces in bronze that were touched by war. Lover’s Rock is a very scenic rock shelter used by American Indians as living quarters. Roswell also has a large, ten-screen cinema complex that features stadium-style seating with 3-D and digital sound. Active-minded individuals will love the fact that Roswell is a very bicycle-friendly community, as the city sponsors national bike races, a kid’s bicycle safety rodeo and a weekly 26 mile bike ride. One of the prettiest areas in Roswell is the city’s Old Mill Park. This park has an interpretive walk which highlights the old mill ruins and allows visitors to get close to Vickery Creek and its dam.
Besides its natural beauty, interesting attractions and tons of outdoor activities to choose from, living in Roswell means that you can enjoy the many festivals this city hosts each year. From Heritage Days in May through Sundays on the Square and Alive After Five nights, the arts and culture are a popular part of life in Roswell GA.
Learn more about the City of Roswell GA on its official website here.
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Located Just Off Canton Street, Goulding Place Is An...
- Price:
- $8,750,000
- City:
- Roswell
- Beds:
- 5
- Baths:
- 5½
- Type:
- Residential
- MLS® #:
- 4300545
- Provider:
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Harry Norman Realtors
Located Just Off Canton Street, Goulding Place Is An Assemblage Comprised Of Two Structures And Approximately...
Awesome And Unique Family Estate. 4 Homes Located In...
- Price:
- $6,500,000
- City:
- Roswell
- Beds:
- 15
- Baths:
- 15
- Type:
- Residential
- MLS® #:
- 4305197
- Provider:
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Keller Williams Realty Atl Part
Awesome And Unique Family Estate. 4 Homes Located In Private Gated Area. 10+ Acres. Inground Pool & Poolhouse....
A Classic Bill Harrison Designed Traditional Estate...
- Price:
- $4,850,000
- City:
- Roswell
- Beds:
- 7
- Baths:
- 11
- Type:
- Residential
- MLS® #:
- 4285085
- Provider:
-
Atlanta Fine Homes Sothebys International
A Classic Bill Harrison Designed Traditional Estate W/ Some Contemporary Flair Just Mins From Historic...
Decorator's Showplace! 3 Levels Of Excellence! Every...
- Price:
- $3,495,000
- City:
- Roswell
- Beds:
- 9
- Baths:
- 10½
- Type:
- Residential
- MLS® #:
- 4251803
- Provider:
-
Le Reve Realty Group Llc
Decorator's Showplace! 3 Levels Of Excellence! Every Room Impeccably Finished. Featured In Numerous Publications!...
Custom Brick & Stone Manor Estate With Modern Amenities....
- Price:
- $2,995,000
- City:
- Roswell
- Beds:
- 9
- Baths:
- 11½
- Type:
- Residential
- MLS® #:
- 4222043
- Provider:
-
Atlanta Fine Homes Sothebys International
Custom Brick & Stone Manor Estate With Modern Amenities. Circular Brick Drive, 9 Car Garage, Custom Kitchen...
Located In The Prestigious Glenayre Community In Historic...
- Price:
- $2,490,000
- City:
- Roswell
- Beds:
- 7
- Baths:
- 8
- Type:
- Residential
- MLS® #:
- 4188509
- Provider:
-
Atlanta Fine Homes Sothebys Intl
Located In The Prestigious Glenayre Community In Historic Roswell, This Home Is Under Construction ....
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