Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to Manchester, GA
$189,900Median listing price
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About Manchester
Manchester is the largest city in Meriwether County, with 3,604 residents in the 2020 census. Incorporated in 1909 and named for Manchester, England, it owes its existence to the Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic Railroad, which chose the site in 1907 for its junction of lines from Atlanta, Birmingham, and Waycross.
Home prices in Manchester
The median listing price in Manchester is $189,900.
Top places in Manchester
- The railroad junction and railfan viewing platform — annual Railroad Days.
- The old Fuller Callaway cotton mill.
- Nearby F.D. Roosevelt State Park.
Commuting from Manchester
- ~65 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta.
- GA-85 / GA-41 toward I-85.
- Realistic drive to downtown Atlanta: ~70–85 minutes off-peak, 115–150 minutes in rush hour via I-85 N.
- No MARTA rail service; no commuter bus.
Schools in Manchester
Public schools: Meriwether County School System. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Manchester FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Manchester, GA?
The median listing price in Manchester is $189,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Manchester, GA?
~65 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta. - Which school district serves Manchester, GA?
Manchester is served by Meriwether County School System. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.