In the early 1800s, Jasper County was established on the former land of the Creek Indians and named after an American Revolution Sergeant, William Jasper. Since it was founded, this frontier has taken a new form, shifting from acres of farmland to grazing pastures and tree farms. Monticello serves as the county town center, with the first railroad reaching there in 1887 when the county began to grow. It serves as a social and business center for locals, with small local restaurants and two grocery stores. Mom-and-pop shops dot the countryside, and the community gathers for many events throughout the year. “Monticello is kind of like a haven. The population is small; everyone knows everyone, and it’s away from everything. It’s a great place to live,” says Monticello Mayor and long-term resident Deashley Thurman.
There is an abundance of beautiful farmland in Jasper County.
Town Square aerial
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Spacious fields and spacious homes
Long rural roads with vast green lots full of trees make up the residential areas of Jasper County. Locals can expect houses on nearly half an acre in the middle of the town center, while homes further into the quiet countryside can have around 5 acres surrounding them. Prairie-style and neocolonial homes that are less than 3,000 square feet range from $150,000 to $575,000. More spacious houses and properties over an acre range between $550,000 to $1.3 million. Large family homes, though older in make, can be found in the rural areas for lower prices, while large manors and ranches near the town center and in rural areas with vast properties are found in the higher ranges. Most family-style homes, those with a sizable yard and three to four bedrooms can be found for around $500,000 to $800,000. Homeowners use their land in various ways: maintaining expansive landscapes and lawns or homesteading with livestock and gardens full of homegrown produce. Home prices are lower here on average than in the rest of Georgia, with a market that frequently has new homes available.
Beautiful homes on large pieces of land in Jasper County.
Homes that come with large pieces of land are the norm in Jasper County.
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Hunting season events and community focus
Jasper County is full of community events, despite its rural location. Locals love annual festivals like the Deer Festival and Halloween Haunticello, and a charity run called the Deer Dash 5K draws many attendees. The city of Monticello holds smaller, consistent events like the summer event, Market on the Square, and Small Business Saturday. “Everyone comes together for these events. They're a real drawing point for the community,” says Thurman. Aside from events, Jasper County is home to several local parks featuring extensive amenities and plenty of access to nature via walking trails and playgrounds at their most basic. Jasper County Recreation Department Park houses six baseball fields and The Monty, Monticello’s disc golf course. For year-round activities, the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center contains 6,400 acres of wooded land with 22 ponds for fishing, a shooting range, hiking trails and vast expanses of forest perfect for hunting and camping.
Charlie Elliott Wildlife Visitors Center is a popular place in Jasper County.
The Jasper County, Monticello, GA, Historic Court House in the town square.
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Mom-and-pop shops and southern comfort dining
The area’s grocery stores are centralized in Monticello, including the Ingles Market and Circle K, though smaller mom-and-pop grocers are dotted across the county. Local restaurants offer diverse menus, from traditional Southern comforts at Martha Jane’s Southern Cookin’ to Mexican cuisines at Taqueria La Eskina. The Hunter Pope Country Club outside Monticello contains 18 holes across 6,000 yards for residents seeking local relaxation. Membership is highly encouraged, as the club is a popular spot for golfers all week. Members also get access to the club's swimming pool and clubhouse.
In downtown Jasper County, there are charming retail stores.
Jasper County is home to several locally owned restaurants such as Southern Cooking.
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A close-knit farm school district
Students in Jasper County can go through their education journey at Jasper County Public Schools, starting at Jasper County Primary. This kindergarten through second-grade school is rated B by Niche.com and prepares young students for Washington Park Elementary, a third through fifth-grade school rated B-minus. Jasper County Middle School also ranked B-minus, but it provides agriculture-focused education programs catering to the area's history. Jasper County High School, rated B, continues this agriculture and career programming. Jasper County School District is a charter school program that allows parents to enroll their students in their choice of school rather than the one designated to their neighborhood. Piedmont Academy, ranked B, is a private school option in Monticello, with a 97% rate of students moving on to college after graduation.
Jasper County High School is home to over 1000 students from the surrounding area.
Jasper County Middle School is one of the top schools in the area.
Washington Park Elementary is a great place for students to learn and grow.
Jasper County Primary School offers the children a head start on learning.
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60 miles from Atlanta
State Route 83 runs through the center of Jasper County and Monticello. This provides access to other major highways like Interstate 75, which runs to downtown Atlanta, offering an approximately 60-mile trip to the famous Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola and Centennial Olympic Park. This route also gives residents access to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. The local government works hard to keep the roadways within Jasper County free of potholes and clean throughout the year. The road access and rural feel draw plenty of remote workers.
Surrounding cities
Jasper County is home to several small towns and historical landmarks.
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Jasper County Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Jasper County, Monticello sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Jasper County, Monticello over the last 12 months is $339,900, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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