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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polk a good place to live?
Polk is a good place to live. Polk is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Polk is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Polk has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 47. The average household income is $99,983 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 59.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Polk are home owners, with 25% of residents renting and 75% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Polk can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Polk neighborhood guide.
Is Polk, GA a safe neighborhood?
Polk, GA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Polk?
The median home price in Polk is $885,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $177,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.47%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,460 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $191K a year to afford the median home price in Polk. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Polk is $100K.
What are the best public schools in Polk?
The best public schools that serve Polk are:
- West Side Elementary School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- Marietta High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Marietta Middle School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.0.
What are the best private schools in Polk?
The best private schools that serve Polk are:
- The Walker School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- St Joseph Catholic School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Carman Adventist School has a student teacher ratio of 16:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Polk, Marietta, GA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Polk, Marietta, GA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Polk, Marietta, GA are Northwestern Marietta, Church Street-Cherokee Street Historic District, Whitlock, Downtown Marietta and Southwestern Marietta.
Are home prices dropping in Polk?
Yes, home prices in Polk are down 4% in the last 12 months.
