Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to Atlanta, GA
$370,000Median listing price
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About Atlanta
Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the economic and cultural center of the Southeast. The city spans Fulton and DeKalb counties; its 2020 U.S. census population was 498,715, making it Georgia's largest city.
Home prices in Atlanta
The median listing price in Atlanta is $370,000.
Top places in Atlanta
- Georgia Aquarium and World of Coca-Cola at Pemberton Place
- Centennial Olympic Park and the SkyView Ferris wheel
- Piedmont Park and the Atlanta BeltLine
- High Museum of Art and the Fox Theatre in Midtown
- Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park in Sweet Auburn
- Zoo Atlanta and the historic Oakland Cemetery
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena downtown
Commuting from Atlanta
- In-town — many neighborhoods are the destination itself. MARTA rail serves the city on all four lines (Red, Gold, Blue, Green), with major stations including Five Points, Peachtree Center, Lindbergh Center, Arts Center, Midtown, and the airport. Driving commutes within the city vary from 10 to 40 minutes depending on neighborhood and traffic.
Schools in Atlanta
Public schools: Atlanta Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Atlanta FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Atlanta, GA?
The median listing price in Atlanta is $370,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Atlanta, GA?
In-town — many neighborhoods are the destination itself. MARTA rail serves the city on all four lines (Red, Gold, Blue, Green), with major stations including Five Points, Peachtree Center, Lindbergh Center, Arts Center, Midtown, and the airport. Driving commutes within the city vary from 10 to 40 minutes depending on neighborhood and traffic. - Which school district serves Atlanta, GA?
Atlanta is served by Atlanta Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.