This bustling town just north of Atlanta is full of stores and a plethora of restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. Modern amenities and ample green space mix in this charmingly hip community. Though its location makes it easy to commute into the city, Alpharetta is far from a bedroom community. In fact, it’s home to so many high-profile tech companies that it has become known as the Technology City of the South.

Alpharetta was a largely agricultural community until the 1980s but has since emerged as one of the country’s most vibrant tech cities. People commute into Alpharetta from the surrounding area to work in the bustling tech sector, and many of the town’s residents also count themselves among that workforce.

Alpharetta is growing quickly in the housing market. With new developments and master-planned communities springing up, it’s easy to find modern single-family homes and townhomes. Luxury condos have also started to rise, and their amenities and proximity to the shopping and dining of Alpharetta make them highly sought-after for those who still want the taste of the bustle even in a more spacious city like Alpharetta.

 

What to Love

• Vibrant job market
• Wide variety of shops and restaurants
• Modern amenities paired with a tight-knit community

Local Lifestyle

Alpharetta checks all the boxes of a major city, but it still carries the spacious and friendly feel of a much smaller town. It’s easy to make friends and raise a family here, and the quality of life is unparalleled. With all its own amenities and the fact that it’s just a quick trip to the heart of Atlanta, Alpharetta is perfect if you want to live somewhere that offers the best of big city living paired with a small-town atmosphere.

 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Downtown Alpharetta is jam-packed with great restaurants and luxurious shopping. Around every corner, you can find everything from large shopping malls to locally-owned cafes.

Avalon is a mixed-use development full of great shopping and dining. With favorites like Altar’d State, Hatley, L’Occitane, and Lululemon, it’s a convenient one-stop-shop for your whole shopping list. North Point Mall is another premier shopping and dining destination in Alpharetta. It has national names like Macy’s, Sephora, and James Avery.

Both Avalon and North Point Mall are full of delicious dining options, but the real charm of Alpharetta is in its smaller local spots. Valor Coffee is a friendly spot that roasts their own coffee and serves compliments as frequently as they do their delicious lattes. A neighborhood favorite, The Nest Cafe has some of the best breakfast options in the area. They also have incredible lavender mimosas, so put them at the top of your to-brunch list.

 

Things to Do

Alpharetta is equal parts to beautiful outdoor areas and modern recreation and entertainment venues. So whether you’re looking for a place to run, a playground for your kids, or a convenient venue to attend your favorite concert, Alpharetta has it.

Webb Bridge Park has soccer and baseball fields, a beautiful walking trail, and plenty of lush space for picnicking. Wills Park is a feast of recreation with a disc golf course, equestrian facility, an incredible playground, and several sports facilities like tennis and baseball. If you want to put in some miles, then Big Creek Greenway is the place for you. Nine miles long, this paved trail is perfect for biking, running, or rollerblading.

Watch some of the biggest names in entertainment at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre. This 12,000-seat outdoor venue provides the backdrop for perfect summer evenings. Avalon is also a great spot for year-round fun, with bocce ball courts in the summer, an ice-skating rink in the winter, and tons of family-friendly events.

 

Schools

Fulton County School System serves Alpharetta with a highly-rated curriculum, teachers, and facilities.

• Alpharetta High School, 9-12, a highly-rated public school focused on creating opportunities for excellence in academics, arts, athletics, and altruism
• King’s Ridge Christian School, PK-12, a private Christian school with award-winning art and athletic programs