Cumming

Nestled along the scenic banks of Lake Sidney Lanier, the town of Cumming offers its residents a wonderful blend of small-town charm, resort-like attractions and suburban convenience. Located just 40 miles north of downtown Atlanta along GA-400, this city of 5400 people serves as a gateway to thousands of acres of natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunity, from the 59-square-mile area of the lake itself to the winding miles of hiking trails of the Sawnee Mountain Preserve.

Cumming is experiencing a fresh surge of growth both as a suburban city and tourist destination. To this day, Cumming retains its country charm as the only incorporated city in Forsyth County, serving as a regional hub for the county’s 100,000 residents.

Enjoy a round of golf at one of the area’s premier golf clubs. Fish, water ski or just explore hundreds of miles of Lake Lanier coastline. Spend a day of water fun at Margaritaville. Take in the aerial views in a hot air balloon. Dine at world-class resorts. At the end of the day, come home to your own private paradise. And perhaps the best part — all of this opportunity sits within commuting distance of all the shopping, dining and job opportunities of Atlanta. Welcome to Cumming.

Quick Facts

Population: approx. 5400
Elevation: 1217 ft.
Public schools: Forsyth County Schools
Top employers: Forsyth County Schools, Northside Hospital, Koch Foods
Birthplace of Grammy-winning country artist Zac Brown

Living in Cumming

Attractions

Big Creek Greenway—Enjoy some fresh air on this 8-mile-long multiuse trail that runs through Roswell, Alpharetta, and Cumming.
Sawnee Mountain Preserve—Nearly 1000 acres of natural beauty with miles of hiking trails leading past abandoned gold mines to panoramic vistas.
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands—Formerly LanierWorld, this entertainment complex features a waterpark, beaches, camping, dining and loads of family fun.
Lake Sidney Lanier—Enjoy camping, boating and water sports and dining at any of the numerous marinas and resorts around this 59-square-mile reservoir with nearly 700 miles of shoreline.
Cumming Playhouse—Community theatre hosting shows throughout the year.
Cumming Fairgrounds—This complex hosts a wide array of community events year-round, from the County Fair and Festival to concerts, rodeos, antique car shows and more.

Dining

Tam’s Backstage—Located in the basement of the historic Cumming Playhouse, Tam’s offers fine dining with an American/Mediterranean flair, along with a spectacular dessert menu—a great place to gather before or after the play.
The Ridge—Voted People’s Choice for Best Restaurant three years in a row, The Ridge features great steak and seafood dishes for surprisingly affordable prices.
Bello Italian—A popular casual dining establishment offering classic pizza and pasta dishes.
Kani House—Enjoy tableside food service at this traditional Japanese restaurant featuring hibachi grill and sushi dishes.

Shopping

The Collection at Forsyth—Top off an afternoon of shopping with dinner and a movie at this outdoor lifestyle shopping destination.
Cumming Town Center—Located between GA-400 and Lake Alice, this shopping destination features retailers like Dick’s Sporting Goods, TJ Maxx and Best Buy.
Lanier Crossing/Cumming 400/Cumming Marketplace—Situated at the junction of GA-400 and GA-20, these three shopping centers combine to form a sprawling retail and dining hub for the region. Stores include Wal-Mart SuperCenter, Target, Kohl’s, Hobby Lobby and many others; dining options range from standard fast-food to mid-range national chains like Cracker Barrel, Applebees and Texas Roadhouse.

Transportation

Airports—Located 8 miles south of Cumming, Stoney Point Field is the nearest general aviation airstrip for small craft and private aviation. Cherokee County Airport, located 22 miles northwest, also offers general aviation and corporate flight options, while the nearest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, located 48 miles to the south.
Public Transportation—While Cumming has no public transportation system of its own, residents can access MARTA via regional bus service, GRTA Xpress route 400, which departs and arrives Monday-Friday from the Cumming Park and Ride off GA-400 at Exit 14.
Major Roads and Interstates—Cumming is served by main arteries GA-20 (running east-west) and GA-9 (running north-south). GA-400 (the Hospitality Highway) runs northeast-southwest along the east side of town, providing commuter access south to greater Atlanta or north to the mountain town of Dahlonega.

Cumming Real Estate Information

Nearly half of all Cumming properties consist of single-family homes, along with a number of apartment communities and a smattering of townhomes. Most homes in the area have been built since 1970, and nearly 30 percent have been built within the past two decades, reflecting Cumming’s recent growth as a suburban community. Its distance from Atlanta is also reflected in relatively affordable home prices, meaning you can get more home for the money here than in the metro itself. Median home values for the area are at around $295,000, with actual prices ranging from comfortable apartments in the high $100s to lakeside estates valued at over $1 million.

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