Moving to Marietta, GA
Historic Square, Parks and Trails, 20 Miles From Downtown
Marietta is the seat of Cobb County and one of the older cities in the metro. It has a historic downtown square, its own city school district alongside Cobb County schools, and direct I-75 access into Atlanta. The city offers a wide range of housing types, from condos and townhomes to larger single-family homes, near Kennesaw Mountain, Marietta Square dining, and quick I-75/I-285 access.
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$448,500
Marietta Median Home Value (ACS 2020–2024)
28 min
Average one-way commute of Marietta workers (ACS 2020–2024)
62,263
Marietta Population
Cobb
Cobb County Schools
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: Marietta, Georgia. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01003. Commute times are rough estimates and vary with traffic. About ACS data (census.gov)
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Why Move to Marietta, GA?
Marietta combines a true downtown with suburban space. The Marietta Square has restaurants, theaters and regular events. Residents get walkable access to restaurants, coffee shops, and events, then drive five minutes to quiet subdivisions with half-acre lots.
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Commute from Marietta to Atlanta
The Cumberland employment corridor (Truist Park, WellStar) is right in Marietta. Express lanes on I-75 give commuters a reliable morning option. MARTA bus routes connect to the Doraville and Dunwoody rail stations. Drive times change a lot by time of day, so check a live traffic map for your route at the hours you would travel.
Life in Marietta, Georgia
Marietta is deeply community-oriented. The Marietta Square hosts the Sunday Farmers Market, the Art Walk, holiday events, and is surrounded by independent restaurants and bars. Kennesaw Mountain trails attract thousands of hikers weekly. Truist Park (home of the Atlanta Braves) is minutes away, along with The Battery, a mixed-use entertainment district.
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Marietta Schools
Marietta is served by Cobb County Schools. School assignments are set by address and boundaries can change, so verify any address directly with the district. For official performance data, see the Georgia Department of Education and the Governor's Office of Education and Workforce Strategy. I don't rank schools or neighborhoods.
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Historic-square living, larger lots, and quick access to Truist Park
Marietta GA Relocation — FAQ
Is Marietta GA a good place to live in 2025?
Many buyers like Marietta for its historic square, parks and I-75 access. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is nearby, and the city is served by both Marietta City Schools and Cobb County schools (verify assignments by address). For crime information, see the Marietta Police Department and Cobb County Police public crime maps and judge for yourself.
How far is Marietta GA from Atlanta?
Marietta is approximately 20–22 miles northwest of Downtown Atlanta via I-75. The express toll lanes on I-75 offer a predictable commute option for about $3–8 per trip during peak times. Drive times change a lot by time of day, so check a live traffic map for your route at the hours you would travel.
What are home prices like in Marietta GA?
Marietta home prices vary widely by area. For the city of Marietta, the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020–2024 5-year estimates) puts the median value of owner-occupied homes at $448,500. That is a survey estimate of owner-reported value, not a recent sale price. Prices vary by neighborhood, size, age and condition, so ask Dexter for recent comparable sales in the areas you are considering.
What schools are in Marietta GA?
Marietta is served by two school systems: Cobb County Schools (covers most of Marietta, including East Cobb) and Marietta City Schools (an independent district covering the city's incorporated area). Confirm which district and schools serve a specific property directly with the district before you write an offer. For official performance data, see the Georgia Department of Education and the Governor's Office of Education and Workforce Strategy.
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