Maysville offers small-town living northeast of Atlanta
Maysville is a small city of than 2,000 residents located on the border of Jackson and Banks Counties. The community offers a selection of established single-family homes, but new home communities have also been constructed as the wider Atlanta Metro continues its development. The area has a small downtown with shops and restaurants, as well as several parks nearby. It is also close to the SK Battery America plant in Commerce, while several small manufacturers and a mill are in town.
A growing housing market with a variety of housing styles to pick from
Home architecture includes ranch and farmhouse styles, as well as New Traditionals and large Colonial Revivals. Manufactured homes are also present. “You get nicer lots and bigger-sized homes for almost half the price you get in Buford,” says Zoya Bardai, a real estate agent with Compass Real Estate, who sells in the North Atlanta market. “Families are moving there for a quieter environment compared to the city of Buford, where we have no space to build any homes.
Manufactured homes are between $75,000 and $200,000, while bigger single-family dwellings typically cost between $200,000 and $600,000. Mansions and other large properties can run between $1 million and $2.5 million. Some properties are overseen by a homeowner’s association.
Housing closer to the center of town is on gridded streets with smaller lots and oak trees accenting lawns. New inventory is being added especially in the Eagle Heights community.
Maysville has plenty of outdoor recreation and seasonal events
Maysville City Park features a playground, pavilions and fishing spots. A driving range is located on Highway 98. Hurricane Shoals Park has an amphitheater, a putt-putt course and a replica historical village. Events include a bluegrass festival in September at Hurricane Shoals Park. The annual Autumn Leaf Festival lasts three days and includes arts and crafts booths, children's games and food vendors.
The Jackson County School System is top-rated
Public school students can attend the top-rated Jackson County School System. The district does have magnet-like programs at specialty campuses, with placement contingent on a lottery. Out-of-district transfers are allowed as well. Maysville Elementary is well-rated and offers STEAM courses.
Dining is on Main Street, while everyday shopping is done in Commerce
Locally owned restaurants are along Main Street. Hawkes House serves breakfast items, burgers and salads. El Paso Mexican Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. Downtown Eats offers brunch items, as well as seafood and steaks. More dining options are in Commerce with chain locations along U.S. Highway 441. Elm Street has a broad selection of locally owned joints.
Downtown Maysville has several boutiques, while Dollar General and convenience stores are along Highway 98. Commerce has several big-box retailers, grocery stores and Tanger Outlets.
Interstate 85 is close by while Atlanta is further out
Residents are car dependent. The entrance to Interstate 85 is 4 miles away. Atlanta is around 70 miles away, while Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International is roughly 77 miles southeast. Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton is 27 miles away.
Noise and weather in Maysville
A rail line does cut through the center of Maysville, causing some noise. Severe storms and even tornadoes can be factors.
