Sandy Springs combines urban amenities with natural beauty through attractions like the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, where residents enjoy hiking, kayaking, and fishing at Island Ford. The City Springs development serves as a cultural hub, featuring the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center and frequent community events. The dining scene includes upscale restaurants like C&S Seafood & Oyster Bar, known for fresh seafood, and Rumi's Kitchen, which serves Persian cuisine in an elegant setting.
The real estate landscape in Sandy Springs spans diverse price points across distinct neighborhoods. The median sale price for homes is $665,000, with single-family homes commanding a median of $982,500. Condominiums start at a median of $184,500 for one bedroom units and $250,000 for two bedrooms, while townhomes have a median price of $585,000. Luxury properties in River Chase command a median of $2,417,500, while Sandy Springs ITP homes have a median of $1,430,000. The Riverside area shows a median of $1,049,000 for single-family homes.
Property taxes in Sandy Springs maintain a 0.89% effective rate, matching Atlanta and Roswell, while being slightly lower than Dunwoody's 0.92%. The city connects to Atlanta via four MARTA rail stations: Medical Center, Sandy Springs, North Springs, and Dunwoody. Education options include highly rated public schools like Riverwood International Charter School and private institutions such as Holy Innocents' Episcopal School and The Mount Vernon School, both rated A+. Major employers include UPS, Mercedes-Benz USA headquarters, and Northside Hospital, making Sandy Springs attractive to professionals seeking proximity to workplace opportunities.
