Alpharetta
Just 22 miles north of Atlanta, Alpharetta offers a full spectrum of attractions, excellent schools, sensible housing costs and historic, Southern charm, while remaining close to Atlanta’s global employers—part of the reason that Forbes magazine chose Alpharetta as the nation’s No. 1 “reloville” in 2009.

Decatur
Decatur stands alone as the home to the most and best festivals. Many of these festivals take place in the heart and soul of Decatur—the square is a quaint town quad that is surrounded by a list of diverse and award-winning restaurants and shops for every taste, perfect for indulging your artistic sensibilities.

Douglasville
With a downtown listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the bustling Arbor Mall ranked as the fourth largest mall in Georgia, the Foxhall Resort & Sporting Club reaching across 1,100 acres and offering everything from fishing, hotels and a championship golf course, and an outdoor amphitheater, Douglasville has a little bit of something for everyone.

Duluth
Close to I-85, this Gwinnett County city is a short commute from the heart of Atlanta and is close to Stone Mountain and Lake Lanier. In town, Duluth is home to retail and cultural centers, modern health care and a high quality of life.

Dunwoody
Even though it is one of the metro area’s youngest cities (incorporated in 2008), Dunwoody has quickly established itself as a shopping, dining and cultural hotspot. The city is convenient to Perimeter Mall and home to fun events like the annual Dunwoody Music Festival and the Dunwoody Green Market.

Johns Creek
Nestled along the banks of the Chattahoochee River and at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains, this city’s beautiful landscape offers additional aesthetic appeal to an already beautiful metropolis. Schools here are the strongest in the state, lawns are well-manicured and business is booming, making Johns Creek the wealthiest city in Atlanta.

Lawrenceville
Gwinnett County’s oldest city, Lawrenceville, known as the Crepe Myrtle City, is equal parts old and new. The city’s mixture of recently established buildings and teams like Georgia Gwinnett College and the Gwinnett Braves exist seamlessly among antebellum homes, the town’s original town square and the area’s best courthouse, the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse.

Marietta
A true cultural hotspot, Glover Park, one of downtown Marietta’s most prominent features, is a classically Southern green spot surrounded by fun shops, a slew of restaurants and a number of one-of-a-kind offerings, like the Strand Theatre and the Gone With the Wind Museum.

Norcross
Nestled in west Gwinnett County, Norcross combines the feel of an idyllic small town with a reverence for its own history. A comprehensive beautification plan has restored many of the town’s historic sites to their full glory, and the addition of restaurants, businesses and recreational venues and events ensure that Norcross remains dutifully progressive.

Peachtree City
Located just a few minutes south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Peachtree City’s family-friendly neighborhoods are home to everyone from Delta pilots to frequent business travelers who enjoy a small-town feel near a global hub.

Roswell
Founded in 1836, the city of Roswell is now the sixth largest city in Georgia and has twice been voted the best place to live in the metro area by Atlanta magazine. With 18 parks, 15 public schools and many well-preserved historical sites, Roswell is a family-oriented community.

Sandy Springs
Located just outside of the Perimeter, this city is far enough away from Atlanta for a bit of peace and quiet, but close enough that a leisurely ride on MARTA or a drive on Georgia 400 puts Midtown Atlanta just 20 minutes away.

Suwanee
With an array of housing options, the largest school system in Georgia and stellar open spaces, Suwanee is a place to work, play and live. Shopping is big here, with small shops, antique stores and a regionally known home décor store peppering the relaxing Town Center and Historic Olde Town.

Smyrna
Just 15 minutes from Atlanta, the “Jonquil City” is home to a wealth of clean, family-friendly neighborhoods, upscale dining establishments, pristine public parks and a vibrant Village Green. With a never-ending calendar stacked with festivals, fairs and events, it’s no wonder that Smyrna ranks as the second largest city in Cobb County and the fourth fastest-growing city in Atlanta.

Stone Mountain
People travel from far and wide to rest atop the brilliant granite rock of Stone Mountain. The largest exposed granite dome in the continent, Stone Mountain is etched with famous Confederate leaders from the Civil War. A family-friendly place to visit and live, the mountain and Main Street Stone Mountain make up the heart of the city.

Woodstock
With a busy event calendar and a vibrant downtown, it’s easy to see why Woodstock has been so prosperous in recent years. An assortment of retail shops, residential properties, a new park and restaurants set Old Towne Woodstock apart from other communities in Atlanta.