Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to Peachtree City, GA
$649,000Median listing price
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About Peachtree City
Peachtree City is the largest city in Fayette County and one of metro Atlanta's signature master-planned communities, with 38,244 residents in the 2020 census. Settled in 1959 and incorporated in 1962 on 12,000+ acres assembled by developers, it was designed around five villages (Aberdeen, Braelinn, Glenloch, Kedron, and Wilksmoor) and a network of green space.
Home prices in Peachtree City
The median listing price in Peachtree City is $649,000.
Top places in Peachtree City
- Golf cart path network — 100+ miles of paths connecting villages, shops, schools, and lakes; golf carts outnumber cars in many households.
- Lake Peachtree and Lake McIntosh — the city's two lakes for boating, fishing, and waterfront paths.
- Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater — 2,200-seat outdoor concert venue.
- Village centers — Aberdeen, Braelinn, Glenloch, Kedron, and Wilksmoor each have their own shopping, dining, and civic core.
- Golf courses and the tennis center — multiple courses and a state-of-the-art tennis complex anchor the active-lifestyle brand.
Commuting from Peachtree City
- ~26–30 miles south/southwest of downtown Atlanta.
- GA-54 and GA-74 (Joel Cowan Parkway) are the main routes to I-85 and the metro.
- Realistic drive to downtown Atlanta: ~35–50 minutes off-peak, 60–90 minutes in rush hour via GA-74/GA-54 to I-85 N.
- No MARTA rail service; regional Xpress commuter buses serve the Fayetteville area.
Schools in Peachtree City
Public schools: Fayette County 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.
Peachtree City FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Peachtree City, GA?
The median listing price in Peachtree City is $649,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Peachtree City, GA?
~26–30 miles south/southwest of downtown Atlanta. - Which school district serves Peachtree City, GA?
Peachtree City is served by Fayette County 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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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.