Homes for Sale in Forsyth County, Georgia
Forsyth County lies north of Fulton and Gwinnett counties along Georgia 400, with Cumming as its county seat and only city, about 35 miles (straight line) from downtown Atlanta. Lake Lanier runs along...
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$550,400
Median Home Value (2020–2024)
Forsyth County Schools
School District
35
Miles to Atlanta (straight line from Cumming)
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B25077 (median value of owner-occupied housing units). This is not a sale price or an appraisal. Geography: Forsyth County, Georgia. About ACS data (census.gov)
About Forsyth County, Georgia
Forsyth County lies north of Fulton and Gwinnett counties along Georgia 400, with Cumming as its county seat and only city, about 35 miles (straight line) from downtown Atlanta. Lake Lanier runs along its eastern edge and the Chattahoochee River along its southeast border with Gwinnett County. Housing is mostly single-family, and close to a third of homes were built in 2010 or later, the highest share of the 16 counties Dexter serves (ACS 2020–2024).
Geography of Forsyth County
Forsyth County covers about 225 square miles of land and 23 square miles of water (2024 Census Gazetteer). Lake Lanier forms much of its eastern edge with Hall County, and the Chattahoochee River runs along its southeast border with Gwinnett County. Fulton County is to the south, Cherokee County to the west and Dawson County to the north. Sawnee Mountain rises just north of Cumming.
County seat: Cumming. Population 267,287 (ACS 2020–2024, table B01003). Forsyth County is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Main Cities and Towns
- Cumming: County seat and only incorporated city (8,469 people, ACS 2020–2024). Median owner-occupied home value $382,900 (±$37,157).
- South Forsyth: Unincorporated area along GA 400, McGinnis Ferry Road and Peachtree Parkway, next to Johns Creek and Alpharetta.
- North and west Forsyth: Unincorporated areas toward Dawson and Cherokee counties with more land per home.
City figures: ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates (B01003, B25077) for Census places; ± is the 90% margin of error.
Housing Types
Forsyth County is mostly single-family subdivisions, many built since 2000, with townhomes and apartments near GA 400 and Cumming. Lake Lanier homes and larger lots are found along the eastern shoreline and in the north and west of the county.
- Detached single-family
- 85%
- Townhomes (1-unit attached)
- 6%
- Buildings with 5+ units
- 6%
- Owner-occupied
- 84%
- Built 2010 or later
- 32%
- Total housing units
- 92,575
Source: ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25024 (units in structure), B25003 (tenure) and B25034 (year built), Forsyth County, Georgia.
Commute Corridors
Georgia 400 is the main north–south corridor, connecting Cumming to Alpharetta, Roswell and Sandy Springs. GA 369, GA 20 and McGinnis Ferry Road carry most east–west traffic toward Gwinnett and Cherokee counties, and GA 9 runs parallel to GA 400. The ACS average one-way commute is about 31 minutes, and about 33% of workers worked from home (2020–2024).
Commute figures: ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B08013, B08303 and B08301. Your drive depends on route and time of day.
Parks and Outdoors
- Forsyth County Parks and Recreation: County parks and facilities, including Sawnee Mountain Preserve.
- Lake Lanier: Shoreline parks and boat ramps along the county's eastern edge.
Forsyth County Government Links
Official county websites, checked October 18, 2026. School attendance zones are set by Forsyth County Schools; verify any address directly with the district.
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Forsyth County Real Estate FAQs
What is the median home value in Forsyth County GA?
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020–2024 five-year estimates, table B25077) puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in Forsyth County at $550,400, the highest of the 16 counties Dexter serves. It is a survey of owner-reported values, not a sale price, so look at recent sales for the area you are considering.
Is Cumming the only city in Forsyth County?
Yes. Cumming is the county seat and the only incorporated city. Most of the county is unincorporated, so many homes with a Cumming mailing address are outside city limits. Check the address when you compare taxes, water and sewer, and zoning.
How long is the commute from Forsyth County?
The ACS (2020–2024) puts the average one-way travel time for Forsyth County workers at about 31 minutes, and about 33% of workers worked from home, the highest share of the 16 counties Dexter serves. GA 400 is the main route south; GA 369, GA 20 and McGinnis Ferry Road carry east–west trips.
How do I check zoning, taxes or school assignment for a Forsyth County address?
Zoning and land-use applications are handled by Forsyth County Planning and Community Development, and assessments and homestead exemptions by the Board of Assessors (both at forsythco.com). School attendance zones are set by Forsyth County Schools, so verify any address directly with the district.
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