Johns Creek Real Estate
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The History and Background of Johns Creek, Georgia- Johns Creek is a part of Fulton County, Georgia. Originally Cherokee territory back in the 19th century, Johns Creek was a trading post until the Trail of Tears forced the Indians to flee further west. Milton County was created and took in Johns Creek in 1958, but later dissolved and that area became known as Fulton Creek.
In 1981, a group of Georgia tech graduates purchased 1,700 acres of land and turned it into Technology Park/Johns Creek, a multipurpose development that now houses several hundred companies and has commercial space of several millions feet.
Local Attractions in Johns Creek
The town of Johns Creek has plenty of great attractions and places to see and visit. Its list of artsy places includes Johns Creek Art Center, a premiere art education center playfully nicknamed Fulton County's "best kept secret", Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra, filled with professional from the Atlanta area, and North Atlanta Dance Theatre, a theater that presents dances both classical and contemporary.
There are great places to eat as well, including Cafe Q, an authentic Chinese restaurant with excellent shrimp stuffed eggplant, Inchin' Bamboo Garden, an Asian eatery with a taste of Veg Hakka Noodles, and 1001 Nights Persian Cuisine, catering and delivery of genuine Persian food. Shops for this town include CC's Clothing, a women's outfitter store, FCBC Comics and Games, an expanding hobby shop, and The Forum on Peachtree Parkway, a great shopping center.
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Johns Creek Real Estate Information
When it comes to housing in Johns Creek, the options are many. Whether you are looking for an apartment, a condominium, or a single family home, there are all kinds of places to look at. The prices range from $100,000 to more than $5 million.
The last recorded census of Johns Creek discovered a population of 79,129 people. The average household income since 2010 was $132,000, with a median of $106,000 and the per capita income being $45,000. The percentage of students graduating from high school in Johns Creek is 97.30%, and college graduation percentage is 64%. This town has 2,078 businesses, two libraries, four public parks, and the commute time from work is an average of 30 minutes.
Education Information
Elementary Schools
When looking for schools, there are plenty to choose from. There are 11 elementary schools in Johns Creek area, including one public Charter School by the name of Amana Academy that goes from K-8th grade and has a curriculum emphasizing stewardship and community. Some of the public elementary schools include Abbot Hills Elementary School, Findley Oaks Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School, and State Bridge Crossing Elementary School.
Middle Schools
For middle school education, going from grades 6th-8th, there are four public schools: Taylor Road Middle School, River Trail Middle School, Haynes Bridge Middle School and Autrey Mill Middle School. The other school option is Charter School Amana Academy, which goes from grades K-8th and is both an elementary and middle school.
High Schools
The options branch out yet again with the different high schools in Fulton County. There are four public schools: Centennial High School, Chattahoochee High School, Northview High School, and Johns Creek High School. There are three charter schools including Fulton Science Academy and Riverwood International Charter School; and a virtual campus.