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If anyone understands moving, it is The Joyner family. By the time my daughter was 4 she had lived in 5 homes. Raymond and I lived in Atlanta, St. Louis, Philadelphia and Rochester, New York. When Raymond received a job offer back in my home state I was thrilled. Moving into a new city means changes for the entire family. It can been exciting! I have put together some general information regarding Atlanta's Northern Counties and activities to do while you are here. We appreciate you visiting our website and hope you have found it informative. For all of your real estate needs... call us 

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Barrow County is located halfway between Atlanta and Athens. Barrow is the home of Georgia's most visited state park,

Fort Yargo.  

With over 1,850 acres visitors can enjoy a variety of activities. These include, camping, fishing, swimming and miniature golf. Organized sports such as softball, soccer, baseball, basketball and tennis.

For an unusual escape visit Chateau Elan Winery. This winery features four-star accommodations, and dining, spa, world class golf, tennis complex and equestrian facilities. Barrow County School System has consistently scored well and has one of the lowest teacher to student ratio in the Atlanta Area. Barrow County is close to Athens the home of The University of Georgia GO DAWGS!  

Cherokee County - population 166,639- property taxes per $1,000: $27.28(unincorporated)- average cost of resale: $158,700, average cost of new home: $193,400

Cherokee County named after the Cherokee Indians is located North of Atlanta. Interstate 575 runs through the county making Cherokee County easily accessible to Atlanta. Lake Allatoona is home to Cherokee as well as Kennesaw State University and Reinhardt College. Enjoy a day of shopping at Town Center Mall. The County is extremely scenic with it's rolling foothills. The Cherokee County School System has an excellent reputation and continues to grow.  

Dawson County- population 18,575, property taxes per $1,000: $23.44, average cost of a new home: $154,200

About an hour outside of Atlanta. Dawson County boasts some of the most beautiful outdoor recreational areas. The Appalachian Trail begins in Dawson County at Amicalola Falls . 

Atlantans drive to Dawson County during the fall months to see the beautiful leaves and enjoy Burt's Pumpkin Patch. In the summer, Atlantans enjoy Lake Sidney Lanier and shopping at the North Georgia Premium Outlets. With GA 400 leading to Dawson County, this county is quickly growing. Dawson County is ranked 15th nationally on the fastest growing county. The Dawson Board of Education currently operates 5 schools and has plans for new schools in the area. 

Forsyth County- population 123,811, property tax per $1,000: $24.23, average cost of resale homes: $209,000, average cost of new homes: $238,000

Forsyth County has been one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. Located 30 miles north of downtown Atlanta, Forsyth offers a country feel with city conveniences. Forsyth County has over 300 miles of shore property along Lake Sidney Lanier .

 Located close to North Point Mall, The Forum, Mall of Georgia and North Georgia's Premium Outlets shopping opportunities are everywhere. The arts are growing in Forsyth County. The renowned Sawnee Ballet Theatre holds two annual productions a year. One is the full length production of The Nutcracker. Medallion Performing Arts Center offers classes for all ages. The Forsyth County School Board has done a good job keeping up with a growing student body.  The City of Cumming features a Cumming Playhouse , a county fair every year and a wonderful 4th of July parade with steam engines.  

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Fulton County- population 818,322, property tax per $1,000: $34.94(unincorporated), average cost of resale homes: $185,900, average cost of new home: $199,900

Fulton County is divided into two areas. North Fulton and South Fulton. North Fulton consists of urban sprawling cities such as Roswell, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs and  Dunwoody. South Fulton contains downtown Atlanta. Home the Summer Olympic Games 1996, The Braves, The Atlanta Hawks, Phillips Arena, The Atlanta Thrashers, The Fox Theater, The Atlanta Ballet, The Atlanta Symphony, The Alliance Theatre , The Atlanta Opera, The High Museum of Art, The Carter Center, The King Center, The Georgia State Capitol, The Georgia Dome, Underground Atlanta, CNN Center and the new Georgia Aquarium. Fulton County is also the home of Georgia State University and Georgia Tech .

There is so much to do in this county from shopping at North Point Mall, Lenox Mall or Phipps Plaza to visiting Fulton County busy downtown area.

Gwinnett County- population 700,794, property taxes per $1,000:$32.05(unincorporated), average sale of resale homes: $158,900, average sale of new home: $181,300

Gwinnett County, located Northeast of downtown, Atlanta begin it's urban sprawl in 1984 when Gwinnett became the fastest growing county in the nation. Today Gwinnett still ranks in the top 10 nationwide on growth. Gwinnett officials and business owners have done a good job of creating industrial/business growth as well as residential growth. Gwinnett educates over 135,000 students and is still adding schools to keep up with it's continued growth. Gwinnett is known for it's great schools. Activities are plenty from recreational activities on Lake Lanier, shopping at The Mall of Georgia , Discover Mills Mall or Gwinnett Place Mall. Watch a game at Gwinnett Gladiators at the Gwinnett Arena.     

Hall County, population 156,101, property taxes per $1,000:$22.80(unincorporated), average sale of resale homes: $126,000, average sale of new home: $153,950

Located Northeast of downtown Atlanta. Hall County is the home of the Atlanta Falcons Training facility! Hall County was named after Dr. Lyman Hall, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. Today, Hall County is home to 35 Fortune 500 firms and approximately 300 manufacturing companies. Hall County is home to Bureau University and Gainesville College. Lakeview Academy is a premier private school located in Gainesville as well as Riverside Military Academy. Hall County Public School System currently serves students. Lake Sydney Lanier borders the Southwest part of the county offering lots of fun in the sun!

 Jackson County , population 46,998 property taxes per $1,000: $28.48(unincorporated),  average sale of new home: $135,000

Atlanta's fastest growing county! Located Northeast Atlanta about 1 hour outside of downtown Atlanta on I-85. Jackson County has embrased the idea of business and residential growth. Toyota is building a manufacturing plant in Jackson County. Jackson County is the home of three popular outlet malls along I-85. Jefferson City Schools rated as one of the highest SAT scores for highschool students in the state!

 Walton County , population 69,381, property taxes per $1,000: $28.23(unincorporated),  average sale of new home: $147,700

Walton County has produced four Georgia Governors. Monroe has a charming downtown area with Victorian and Georgian Styled homes. Grwoing rapidly, Walton County is growing smart. Walton County school system currently has an enrollment of 11,000 students. They will soon be constructing a third high school in the county. Walton County is home to the famous Blue Willow Inn. Located East of Downtown Atlanta, Walton County is 30 minutes to Athens and 1 hour to downtown Atlanta.