Marietta GA Real Estate and General Information

I am a professional real estate agent in Marietta, Georgia with years of experience and would love to help you find a home in the area.

Marietta is located in Atlanta's metropolitan area and is the largest suburb in the area with 61,261 residents.  The city is in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is the seat of Cobb County.

About Marietta GA

Marietta is a robust city, providing world-class amenities and historical ties.  Marietta has a unique mixture of small-town values and big-city opportunities. The city is just north of Atlanta and south of the North Georgia Mountain, making for a small city with a stimulating environment.  New developments and redevelopments are booming, and new homes, flats, townhouses and condos are being built within walking distance of The Square, in downtown. The Square is home to restaurants, antique shops and a recreation center, Glover Park. It is full of culture and history, reflecting Marietta's rich lifestyle.

Education

Marietta City Schools serves the city with 12 public schools and education centers, and about 8,000 students are enrolled. Marietta City Schools is an award-winning school system with a science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) magnet elementary school. Teachers are recognized as being among the best in the nation with 69% of the faculty being certified with a Master's degree or higher. Colleges in the area serve over 20,000 students with over 90 major programs.  The colleges include Southern Polytechnic State University, Chattahoochee Technical College, and Life University. Within 50 miles of the city, there are 36 colleges, universities and vocational schools. 

Recreation

Home to 18 parks, two sports complexes and two community centers, Marietta offers a variety of recreational amenities. Many of theses sites host the city's annual events such as the Daddy Daughter Dance, Concert Series, Halloween Happenings and summer day camps. Activities are planned for all ages and abilities, with a goal of keeping Marietta active and beautiful.  Culture is ever-present throughout the city and is easily engaged at Marietta's many museums.  The Marietta Museum of History comprehensively displays the city's history with photos, artifacts and documentaries.  The Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum: Scarlett on the Square houses a private collection of memorabilia about the book and movie. Metropolitan Atlanta's only art museum, Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art is found in Marietta, displaying fine American art from the 19th and 20th centuries. Lectures, workshops, classes, festivals and other social-cultural events are also provided by the museum.

Marietta GA Real Estate

2008 Marietta, GA Real Estate Market Statistics include:

• There have been 2145 homes that have sold since January 1, 2008 with the highest priced at $2.4M
• There were 108 sales in the month of October 2008 alone

 The current Marietta, GA Real Estate market as of November 2008 includes:

• 5171 homes for resale with the median price of $248,500
• 17 new construction homes with the median price of $320,900
• 1408 homes are in the process of foreclosure in Marietta

There are still fantastic real estate deals to be had but you will need a local market expert to assist you.  Jennifer Walker-Derby is an experienced real estate professional who is honored yearly for her multi-million dollar production for assisting home buyers and sellers in and around Marietta, GA.  She was also recognized in 2006 and 2007 as Marietta's "Most Referred Realtor".  For outstanding local and knowledgeable service in the Marietta, GA real estate market, contact Jennifer directly at 404-543-9002.  Jennifer is your go-to Marietta Realtor!