Forsyth County Real Estate Information

Forsyth County, Georgia is located in north central Georgia and is a part of the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. Cummings is the County Seat. Other cities include Brookwood, Coal Mountain, Chestatee, Silver City, Daves Creek, Friendship, Big Creek and Midway. In the census of 2000 there were approximately 100,000 people living in Forsyth County.
Forsyth County is the 14th wealthiest county in the United States and the wealthiest county in all of Georgia. Access to Atlanta is by means of Georgia 400 and several other state highways.

All schools in Forsyth County are a part of Forsyth County Schools, a highly acclaimed and award winning school district. Past awards include: Georgia Schools of Excellence; from the Governor's Office Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards; National Blue Ribbon School. These excellent schools may explain why Forsyth County is one of the top five fastest growing communities in the U.S. There are over 32,000 enrolled in the 30 schools across Forsyth County.

A portion of beautiful Lake Sidney Lanier lies in Forsyth County. This pristine, aqua blue lake sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has almost 700 miles of shoreline and 37,000 acres. The lake is an excellent place for boating, fishing, swimming and hiking as well as enjoying the wonderful sights. In the mountains there are cottages and cabins available for vacationers.

Thirty miles away in Atlanta you will find six professional sports teams including the Atlanta Braves. You will also find the busiest and best airport in North America. The Atlanta airport has more passengers and flights on an annual basis than any other airport. This airport is more than ready to take care of all you flying needs. With all these amenities, it is no wonder that people want to move to Forsyth County.