Alpharetta, Georgia Real Estate

Alpharetta, GA is a suburb located less than half an hour north of Atlanta. Four major highways, including State Route 400, run through the city, and several major companies, including Cox Communications, UPS and Hewlett-Packard have offices there. Many residents also commute to and from Atlanta each day for business.

Local Attractions

One of Alpharetta's biggest attractions is North Point Mall. It features over 1,370,000 square feet of retail space and nearly 200 stores and is considered one of the biggest malls in the United States. The Downtown Alpharetta Historic District is home to dining and shops and is great place to take a stroll down historic streets and wide sidewalks. If you prefer a little more green space, check out the Alpharetta Big Creek Greenway where you can walk, jog, skate or bike.

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Real Estate Information

Alpharetta is considered to be an affluent city, and as of 2011, median home prices were around the $300,000 mark, but many homes in the area sell for well over $1,000,000. The equestrian life is abundant in Alpharetta, so homes with pastures and farmland are plentiful. There is also a multitude of upscale subdivisions with single-family homes and gated communities. The city provides residents with a $40,000 homestead tax exemption with additional exemptions available for senior citizens.

Education

Alpharetta's public education falls into the Fulton County School System. Students in the city may attend schools in nearby Cumming, Milton, Roswell or Johns Creek, depending on the district. Most students eventually attend Alpharetta High School which was voted as one of the best metro Atlanta schools by Atlanta Magazine. Several prestigious private schools are also located within the city limits, including King's Ridge School and The Lionheart School.

Whether you are simply looking for upscale living or you work in Atlanta and want a nice suburban place to lay your head at night and raise your family, Alpharetta is the ideal place. Its proximity to Atlanta and many North Georgia attractions, as well as its excellent schools and quality homes are just a few of the reasons why people move to the city each year.