Former railroad town vibrant Atlanta bedroom community
Once a sleepy railroad town, Acworth was the first northern water stop on the Western and Atlantic Railroad from Atlanta. Today, it has become a vibrant bedroom community about 33 miles north of downtown Atlanta, supporting around 23,000 residents. Acworth is largely known for its access to diverse outdoor recreation and a nearly rural feel juxtaposing the urban amenities available to those living there. "You can be at the lakeside in five minutes and up on the mountain in 10, surrounded by all these horse farms," says Val Lemoine, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty. "I want to stress that there's a strong community feel, where you know your neighbor. Acworth is for people who want to feel like they're not near the city, but they get the high-end retail, the fine dining, all of that." Lemoine also notes that most people in Acworth commute to Atlanta for work.
The historic Acworth Caboose sits in the heart of the city.
Surrounded by trees, Acworth is tucked away from the busy hustle of the Atlanta Metro Area.
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Getting more acreage with New Traditional homes
Homes in Acworth sell for a median price of $440,000, about the same as the national median. Buyers can find neighborhoods that line one of the city's many golf courses, featuring contemporary styles with multi-car garages. Closer to downtown, the styles are more reflective of midcentury, with ranch homes and bungalows, some of which are located near Lake Acworth. "We don't have a lot of condos and apartments here – the allure is that people can get bigger homes with at least a half to full acre," Lemoine says. "Lots in Atlanta for homes the same size are much smaller, and you're looking at a price increase of at least 20%."
You'll find homes in Acworth with shallow front lawns and privacy provided by thick full trees.
Many newer developments are using traditional and classic styling in Acworth.
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Multiple paths in the Cobb County School District
Acworth is part of the Cobb County School District, which earns an A on Niche and has more than 106,000 students, making it the second-largest district in Georgia and the 23rd-largest in the country. There are multiple possible school paths throughout the area.
McCall Primary School is ranked the 54th most diverse public elementary school in Georgia.
Acworth Elementary serves in the Cobb County School District.
North Cobb High serves approximately 2900 students in the Cobb County School District.
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Exploring the shores of Lake Acworth
Acworth provides multiple forms of outdoor recreation throughout the city and beyond. Logan Farm Park is in the heart of downtown, and the 120-acre green space was constructed to be a community hub and green space, featuring event space, play areas and multiuse trails. For those looking to spend a day on Lake Acworth, a southern branch of Lake Allatoona, Cauble Park is on the north shore of the lake and offers beach and water access from June through Labor Day weekend. "Most people here are very outdoorsy," Lemoine says. "Lake Allatoona is huge — it’s got two gas stations. Gas pumps are how lake-goers decide if a lake is prestigious or not. If you can fill up out by the water, it's considered fancy."
Families in Acworth enjoy a day at the beach at Cauble Park.
You can gather at the baseball fields at Burnt Hickory Park for practice and gameplay.
Resident can go to Brookstone Golf and County Club in Acworth to practice their swing.
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From small boutiques to high-end retail in Downtown Acworth
Along U.S. Highway 41, known locally as Cobb Parkway Northwest, are shopping centers featuring big box stores and chain grocers. "Downtown Acworth is super cute; it's got this old-time feel and lots of unique shops and restaurants," Lemoine says. "But it also has some higher-end shopping you might not expect, so it's this interesting mix of small-town feel and urbanism."
Residents nearby can shop unique items at Acworth Vintage and Vinyl Record Store.
Residents can grab daily essentials from the local target in Acworth.
On Main Street in Acworth, you can shop home goods, clothing, or treat yourself to a spa day.
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Community events at Logan Farm Park
Logan Farm Park is the epicenter for community events in the city. The park is home to the weekly Acworth Farmers Market, which runs on Friday mornings from April to October. Each fall, the town gets together and tries to decide which restaurant has the best slice of pizza at the Pizza, Pints and Pigskin Festival; in the spring, live music fills the air at the Smoke on the Lake Barbeque Festival.
Logan Farm Park is an approximately 120 acre park located in the center of Acworth.
The Acworth Farmers Market is open every Friday morning at 8am during the warmer months.
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Xpress bus ride to Atlanta and major interstates
Operated by the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority, Xpress is a public bus service that provides residents a weekday ride into downtown Atlanta from either the Town Center Park-and-Ride or the Acworth Park-and-Ride. Commuters can take either Interstate 75 or U.S. Route 41 to downtown Atlanta. "Many people will buy a Peach Pass – it lets you get on the express toll roads. It's worth a few bucks to shave 15 or 20 minutes off your commute," Lemoine says. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 41 miles south of the city, and the closest major medical center, Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, is around 14 miles away.
Located just north of Lake Acworth, residents of Acworth can enjoy the lake's benefits.
Homes in Acworth reside in areas with lush green lawns and natural shade.
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Crime statistics for Acworth and weather patterns
Acworth falls under Precinct 1 of Cobb County, and the Acworth Police Department reports a 20% decrease in property crime between 2019 and 2023. While violent crime rates have remained about the same, they are still low for Cobb County as a whole. In terms of weather, Acworth experiences hot summers and mild winters.
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