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$494,900Median listing price
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About Monroe
Monroe is the county seat of Walton County, with 14,928 residents in the 2020 census. Founded in 1818 as the seat of the newly formed Walton County (named for Declaration of Independence signer George Walton), incorporated as a town in 1821 and as a city in 1896, it was named for President James Monroe.
Home prices in Monroe
The median listing price in Monroe is $494,900.
Top places in Monroe
- Downtown Monroe / Broad Street — the courthouse, Civil War memorial, and post-fire brick storefronts.
- The old cotton mills — repurposed as antique markets, event venues, and retail.
- Moore's Ford Bridge historical marker — 2.4 miles east, on the Apalachee River.
Commuting from Monroe
- ~35 miles east of downtown Atlanta (US-78 / Atlanta–Monroe Bypass).
- GA-11 to Winder (15 miles) and Social Circle (10 miles); GA-138 to Conyers (18 miles); 25 miles east to Athens.
- Realistic drive to downtown Atlanta: ~40–55 minutes off-peak, 75–115 minutes in rush hour via US-78 to I-285/I-20.
- No MARTA rail service; no commuter bus.
Schools in Monroe
Public schools: Walton County School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Monroe FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Monroe, GA?
The median listing price in Monroe is $494,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Monroe, GA?
~35 miles east of downtown Atlanta (US-78 / Atlanta–Monroe Bypass). - Which school district serves Monroe, GA?
Monroe is served by Walton County School District. 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.