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Businesses, churches and residential communities within Fort Hill-Roosevelt
The Fort Hill-Roosevelt area of Marietta is an up-and-coming neighborhood that has seen a lot of development recently, drawing new interest from people looking to move to the area, says Visit Marietta Marketing Manager Gina Duncan. It also neighbors downtown and the Marietta Square. “It’s walking distance, and that’s always a plus,” she says. The neighborhood is a mix of residential communities to the north, and businesses, offices and other services in the south. A veterinary clinic, multiple childcare centers and a residential recovery program for people experiencing homelessness and substance misuse disorders can all be found in the area. Multiple churches are spread throughout the neighborhood. The Marietta National Cemetery sits at the edge in the southwest corner.
A green canopy covers Fort Hill-Roosevelt highlighting the neighborhood's peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty.
Residents enjoy convenient access to neighborhood retail hubs like this bustling plaza, anchored by local businesses and dining spots.
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Condos and single-family homes available
There are more than 300 homes lining the narrow, hilly tree-lined streets in Fort Hill-Roosevelt. Properties include condos and townhomes, which list between $450,000 and 590,000, as well as single-family homes. Smaller homes, averaging about 1,000 square feet, include ranches and bungalows built between the 1940s and 1960s and sell for between $370,000 and $450,000. Newer construction, Craftsman-style homes list for more than $600,000, including one recently on the market for nearly $1.5 million.
Fort Hill-Roosevelt features a variety of housing types including history condos.
Southern elegance shines through newly built homes with pristine landscaping in Fort Hill-Roosevelt.
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Elementary choice program at Marietta schools
Children in the neighborhood are zoned for A.L. Burruss Elementary, the Marietta Sixth Grade Academy and Marietta Middle School, which all have a B-plus on Niche. Marietta High School has an A-minus. The Marietta system has a choice program at the elementary level, allowing parents to request transfers to other schools within the district. The Walker School is a top-ranked private school in the area that serves about 900 students in prekindergarten through 12th grade.
AL Burruss Elementary School has approximately 380 students.
Marietta Sixth Grade Academy is located in Marietta, Georgia.
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Multiple dining options at Marietta Square and along Roswell Street
For dining options, residents can walk to the Marietta Square for any of the numerous locally owned restaurants. “You really can’t go wrong,” Duncan says. Especially popular are long-time favorites Taqueria Tsunami and Two Birds Taphouse. The Square also has many clothing boutiques, and an independent bookshop called The Reading Attic. The Roswell Street shopping corridor to the east of the neighborhood also has several options, including Haitian and Cuban cuisine. Residents will also find Walmart and Sam’s Club along Roswell Street for groceries and other needs.
Downtown Marietta nearby boasts charming storefronts of retail and restaurants.
When the weather is nice, you can have a meal on the patio of Taqueria Tsunami downtown.
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Playgrounds, splashpads and hiking at area parks
The Hugh L. Grogan Jr. Community Center is at Lawrence Street Park in the neighborhood. It houses the Marietta Police Athletic League, which offers sports and recreational programs to try to prevent youth crime and violence. Just north of the neighborhood is Elizabeth Porter Park, which has a large splashpad, and a playground at Birney Street Park. The Mountain to River Trail, accessible downtown, leads northwest to Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. This park is a good place for hiking and learning about the area's history, including a Civil War battle.
Elizabeth Porter Park boasts a colorful playground that kids go to in the afternoons.
Marietta, GA is a very historic place that includes the Cannon Battlefield Low at Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield Park.
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Transportation and events near Fort Hill-Roosevelt
The neighborhood sits between two major thoroughfares, North Marietta Parkway and Roswell Street. North Marietta Parkway runs east to Interstate 75. Multiple bus stops encircle the neighborhood and are part of CobbLinc, the Cobb County Transit Service. Fort Hill-Roosevelt's walkability and proximity to the Marietta Square also means that residents can easily attend many of the year-round events held there, including weekly farmers markets and monthly art walks. The popular Chalktoberfest in October features artists from across the country and includes live music and children’s activities, as well as beer and wine tastings. Lunchtime and evening concert series are held during the spring and summer.
Vendors at the Marietta Square Farmers Market offer patrons samples of their products.
Chalktoberfest has expert artist as well as youth clubs.
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Parks in this Area
Lawrence Street Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Parking Lot
Elizabeth Porter Park & Sprayground
Transit
Airport
Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
40 min drive
Bus
Roswell St & Lakewood Dr
Bus
Roswell St & Rogers St
Bus
Fairground St & Rigby St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fort Hill-Roosevelt
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fort Hill-Roosevelt Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fort Hill-Roosevelt, Marietta sell after 105 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fort Hill-Roosevelt, Marietta over the last 12 months is $398,990, up 72% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
856
Median Age
45
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$14,800
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,584
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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