Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to Palmetto, GA
$309,900Median listing price
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About Palmetto
Palmetto is a small city in southwestern Fulton County (with a small portion in Coweta County) along the US-29 rail corridor. Its 2020 U.S. census population was 5,062.
Home prices in Palmetto
The median listing price in Palmetto is $309,900.
Top places in Palmetto
- Historic downtown Palmetto and its railroad-era storefronts
- The US-29 corridor shops and local eateries
- Nearby: Serenbe's shops, restaurants, and inn (just east in Chattahoochee Hills)
- Nearby: Cochran Mill Park's trails and waterfalls
- The surrounding farmland and country roads of south Fulton
Commuting from Palmetto
- Roughly 28 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta; typically 30–45 minutes by car via I-85. No MARTA rail service; MARTA bus routes serve the area.
Schools in Palmetto
Public schools: Fulton County 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.
Palmetto FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Palmetto, GA?
The median listing price in Palmetto is $309,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Palmetto, GA?
Roughly 28 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta; typically 30–45 minutes by car via I-85. No MARTA rail service; MARTA bus routes serve the area. - Which school district serves Palmetto, GA?
Palmetto is served by Fulton County Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.