With the motto "Situated to Succeed," Fairburn capitalizes on its hometown feel and continues to grow its recreation, historic downtown and community events. "It's family-oriented and full of amenities," says Renada McMickle, a local Realtor with D.R. Horton Realty of Georgia Inc. with 20 years of experience. "I'm noticing people are buying based on the community there, the activities and everything. They are looking for those family-based amenities."
Fairburn is 20 miles south of Atlanta in Fulton County. The city was established in 1854 and is home to landmarks like the 19th-century Campbell County Courthouse, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. "The area boomed when the airport was built and became more of a blue-collar community," says Gary Nicholson, a Georgia native and Realtor with Keller Williams Realty. "People are tired of sitting in Atlanta's traffic, so there's been a shift back into moving to the suburbs, causing a rebirth."
The city's proximity to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has long influenced its development, drawing in industries like manufacturing and trade. Employers such as US Food Services and Exel Logistics anchor the local economy, supporting a population of nearly 17,000.
The old Campbell Court House still stands in Fairburn since 1932.
Fairburn's close proximity to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has contributed to the city's growth.
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Swimming at Duncan Park and the annual Georgia Renaissance Festival
Duncan Park is one of Fairburn's most visited spots, drawing locals for its more than 3 miles of paved trails that wind around a pond and connect to a public swimming pool and splash pad. The park also serves as a hub for community sports, hosting football and baseball games for the South Fulton Little League. Nearby, the Fairburn Youth Center offers year-round programs and workshops. Fairburn's hot summers and mild winters make it ideal for outdoor activities, though the city does face occasional tropical storms.
Fairburn transforms each spring into the site of the Georgia Renaissance Festival, a tradition since 1985 that attracts over 100,000 attendees from April through June. In October, the city gathers downtown for the annual Fall Festival, featuring live music, craft vendors and a parade. The Fairburn Farmers Market showcases Georgia–made and Georgia–grown products from May through August.
You can gather at the basketball courts at Duncan Park for friendly competition in South Fulton.
Georgia Renaissance Festival's food selections offers items from turkey legs to ramen.
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Local shops in developing downtown Fairburn
Since joining Georgia's Main Street Program in 2017, Fairburn has focused on investing in its historic downtown. Fairburn's Main Street is a walkable stretch lined with family-owned breweries, boutiques, cafes and restaurants. Shannon Square is a small shopping center that features big-name retailers alongside the convenience of nearby chains like Home Depot and Best Buy. Local culture thrives at the Southside Theatre Guild, one of Georgia's longest-running all-volunteer community theaters, which hosts yearly performances.
Discover the vibrant storefronts in downtown Fairburn for an unforgettable shopping experience that will enhance your day!
Watch family friendly shows at Southside Theatre Guild in Fairburn.
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A-rated Fulton County Schools
Fulton County Schools has an A rating on Niche, with nearly 90,000 students enrolled. The city offers private school options, including Landmark Christian School. Fairburn is also home to Georgia Military College, a community college established in 1879 with a C grade on Niche.
Landmark Christian School is located at 50 SE Broad St, Fairburn, GA 30213.
Georgia Military College creates academic success for Union City and Fairburn students.
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Fairburn's new construction and large lots at Le Jardin
Fairburn has a median home price of $350,000, lower than Marietta's median of $473,500. The city features homes ranging from 650 to 6,500 square feet on lots as small as 1,700 square feet or as large as 15 acres. "Fairburn has a whole variety for every buyer in the market," McMickle says. Some homes date back to the 1950s, while new construction continues into 2024, with projects like the $45 million OSLO Apartments completed in 2024, bringing 288 multifamily units south of Interstate 866.
Infill development has become a trend, with buyers transforming three-bedroom, one-bath, 1,200-square-foot ranch-style homes by adding second stories or building entirely new houses. "The area is going through a rejuvenation and is becoming really popular," Nicholson says, pointing to upscale neighborhoods like Le Jardin. This community features estate homes on spacious lots selling for over $2 million.
OSLO Apartments, completed in 2024, revitalizes the Fairburn area, offering a fresh and vibrant living experience.
Fairburn has split-level homes covered in trees providing shade in the summer.
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Easy access to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Highway 29 and Interstate 85 connect Fairburn to downtown Atlanta, just 20 miles away. "Commuting to Atlanta, even during rush hour, takes only about 30 minutes," Nicholson says. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 10 miles northeast, and Southern Regional Medical Center is 14 miles away. A $1 million federal RAISE grant is set to improve sidewalks along industrial corridors near U.S. 29, enhancing pedestrian access.
Gwinnett County Police report decrease in violent crime
According to the Gwinnett County Police Department's 2023 annual report, violent crime rates have decreased since 2022, while property crime rates have risen.
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