Duluth

Located just 27 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, the city of Duluth offers the perfect blend of big city convenience and small-town charm.

In recent years, Duluth has experienced amazing growth as a suburban destination, with its population swelling ten-fold over the past 25 years. Today, residents and visitors enjoy a revitalized historic downtown with plenty of shopping, dining, cultural and community events; plenty of green space with miles of walkways and bikeways; and of course, easy access to all nearby Atlanta has to offer. Welcome to Duluth, Georgia!

Quick Facts

Population: approx. 29,000
Elevation: 1096 ft.
Land Area: 10.2 square miles
Public schools: Gwinnett County Schools
Top employers: Partsmart Corp, Gwinnett Medical Center of Duluth, AGCO
Elected Georgia’s first female mayor, Alice Harrell Strickland, in 1922
Named one of the “Best Affordable Suburbs in America” by Bloomberg Businessweek

Living in Duluth

Attractions

Historic Downtown—Duluth boasts a revitalized downtown area focused on local business and hosting numerous community events throughout the year. The Town Green offers a calendar of free movies and shows, and street performers can be spotted regularly throughout the area.
Southeaster Railway Museum—A 30-acre museum hosting a wide range of railroad artifacts from the past 200 years
Infinite Energy Center—Large lakefront entertainment complex with multiple venues, including a 13,000-seat arena and a 708-seat theater, hosting trade shows as well as concerts from major acts year-round. Home to the Atlanta Gladiators and the Georgia Swarm.
McDaniel Farm Park—A 134-acre city park consisting of a restored farm from the 1930s, including a furnished farmhouse, carriage house, barn and blacksmith shed. Amenities include play areas, walking trails, dog park and more.
Medieval Times—Located in Sugarloaf Mills, this famed dining/entertainment experience lets you enjoy real jousting tournaments while you eating with your hands—the Medieval way.

Dining

Epicurean Cafe—Upscale establishment located in a historic home near downtown, offering fine seasonal southern dishes and patio dining.
Four Forks—A downtown foodie haven offering unique dishes from four main regions of the United States.
Dreamland BBQ—A popular southern BBQ chain dating to 1958, this casual eatery offers some of the finest BBQ you’ll enjoy anywhere in town.
Good Word Brew—Enjoy craft beers and a blend of Southern and Latin-inspired fare at the area’s first, recently-opened brew pub.

Shopping

Historic Downtown—Duluth’s downtown area features all-local merchants, from boutiques like American Threads to art galleries like 2 Smith.
Sugarloaf Mills—Large indoor shopping mall complex featuring a combination of national retailers and outlets, including Eddie Bauer, Burlington Coat Factory, Bass Pro Shops and others.

Transportation

Airports—The nearest general aviation airstrip to Duluth is Peachtree-Dekalb Airport, located 15 miles via Peachtree Industrial Blvd. For major carriers, travel 35 miles southwest to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the world hosting millions of travelers per year.
Public Transportation—Duluth is served by Gwinnett County Transit, offering local and express bus service throughout the region. Gwinnett County Buses connect to the Doraville MARTA station for light rail access into Atlanta.
Major Roads and Interstates—Major arteries in Duluth include US-23 (Buford Hwy), Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Pleasant Hill Rd. and Sugarloaf Parkway. Along the southeast side of town lies Interstate-85, offering access to the I-285 Perimeter Loop and Atlanta.

Duluth Real Estate Information

Homes in Duluth consist mostly of single-family homes, with a number of townhomes and apartment complexes also available. Over 90 percent of homes have been built since 1970, reflecting the population growth over the past several decades. Homes in Duluth are generally affordable compared to other parts of the metro. The median home value here is around $236,000, with actual home prices in the area ranging from the mid-$100s to over $1 million depending on location and size of the home.

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