Atlanta…"the ATL," "The Big Peach" and "Hotlanta" are just a few names used to describe this sprawling metropolis of over 1 million people. Ranked #1 for the most new single-family homes constructed for 13 consecutive years, Atlanta offers a variety of neighborhoods and budgets for all home buyers.

Housing in the Atlanta metro area can run from under $100,000 for emerging and gentrifying areas such as East Point to over $1 million for hot, trendy areas like Morningside and Midtown. Atlanta's transportation system provides easy mobility for those located within the city limits; but its highways offer fast access to suburbs at non-peak times.

Atlanta boasts a vibrant night-life centered on Peachtree Street and in the Buckhead area with a diverse collection of pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes. The city is very green with many parks scattered throughout the city and many neighborhoods lined with old hardwood trees. With several historical theatres and art galleries located in the heart of the city and suburbs, Atlanta plays hosts to some of the hottest broadway talent and gifted artists.

Demographics

Sixty-one percent of Atlanta's population is African-American, 33% White and 2% other. Atlanta has been dubbed a "Black Mecca" because of the large numbers of Black upper-class professionals who have migrated to the city.

Twenty-two percent of Atlanta's residents have children under the age of 18 years old living with them. The median household income is over $50,000. Twenty-two percent of the population is under 18 years of age, 13% is 18 - 24 years old, 35% is between 25 and 44 years, 19% is aged 45 - 64, while 9% of the population 65 years or older.

Education

Atlanta is the home of many notable and prestigious colleges such as Emory University and Spelman College.

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