East Cobb
Money Magazine named it the best place to live in Georgia in 2016.
Money Magazine named it the best place to live in Georgia in 2016.
Yes. East Cobb is an unincorporated community in Cobb County, Georgia (zip codes 30062, 30066, 30067, 30068), with a population of approximately 175,000 to 205,000. It is consistently ranked one of the best places to live in Georgia and in the Southeast, named by Money Magazine as the best place to live in Georgia in 2016. The median home price was $503,000 in November 2025. It is approximately 10 miles northwest of Downtown Atlanta and is defined by three nationally ranked high school districts: Walton, Lassiter, and Pope.
Median $503K Nov 2025, 40 days DOM: Redfin Nov 2025 / Population: East Cobb News / Virtual Properties Realty / County, zip codes: US Census / East Cobb News
OverviewNestled among the hilly terrain of Cobb County, just northwest of Atlanta, East Cobb is one of the most stable and sought-after real estate submarkets in metro Atlanta. Money Magazine named it the best place to live in Georgia in 2016, citing median property values, economic strength, and quality of life. It remains consistently rated among the best communities in the Southeast.
East Cobb is unincorporated, governed by Cobb County rather than a city government. Many residents carry a Marietta mailing address despite not residing within Marietta city limits. If it were to incorporate, the area's population of 175,000 to 205,000 would make it the second largest city in the Atlanta metro region, behind only the city of Atlanta.
For buyers, East Cobb comes down to one primary decision: which of the Big 3 high school districts defines your family's priorities.
East Cobb real estate is driven by high school districts more than any other factor in the Atlanta metro area. Buyers relocating from out of state specifically target one of the three nationally ranked districts below. Which academic culture fits your family determines which neighborhoods to focus on.
| School District | Academic Culture | Real Estate Profile | Primary Communities |
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| Walton High School | Prestige / Ivy pipeline. Nationally ranked, high AP participation, competitive academic culture. | Luxury estates and country club communities. Highest price point of the three zones. | Indian Hills, Timber Ridge, Terrell Mill Estates |
| Lassiter High School | STEM and innovation focus. Strong robotics, engineering, and science programs. | Traditional swim/tennis communities. Broad price range from mid $400s to $800K+. | Riverview, Shallowford Falls, Chimney Lakes |
| Pope High School | Arts and community emphasis. Well-rounded programs with strong fine arts and athletics. | Large wooded lots and renovated older homes. Quieter streets, more privacy. | Sewell Mill, Paper Mill, Blackwell Road corridor |
Nationally ranked and consistently among Georgia's top public high schools. Walton feeds Indian Hills Country Club, one of metro Atlanta's premier family country clubs with 27 holes of golf, three pools, and eight tennis courts. Highest median price point in East Cobb.
Neighborhoods: Indian Hills, Timber RidgeKnown for its rigorous STEM curriculum and strong robotics and engineering programs. The Lassiter zone covers much of central East Cobb and includes some of the area's most popular swim/tennis communities at a broad range of price points.
Neighborhoods: Riverview, Shallowford FallsThe arts and community-focused option. Pope covers the eastern portion of East Cobb near the Sewell Mill and Paper Mill corridors. Buyers here often find larger lots and older, renovated homes at more accessible price points than the Walton zone.
Neighborhoods: Sewell Mill, Paper Mill corridorSchool zone determines everything in East Cobb. The SET Real Estate Group has deep expertise in all three districts and can match your school priorities to the right street. At $503K median, the right homes go fast.
The median sale price in East Cobb was $503,000 in November 2025, with homes averaging approximately 40 days on market. The market is predominantly single-family homes and townhomes, ranging from starter homes in the high $200Ks to luxury Walton-zone estates exceeding $3M. Architectural styles are primarily Contemporary, Traditional, and Ranch, with most homes situated on wooded lots with mature landscaping.
Buyers can choose from swim/tennis communities, golf communities centered on Indian Hills Country Club, large wooded lots on the outer corridors, and new construction starting in the $600Ks. The luxury end features homes with up to six bedrooms, hand-carved fireplaces, hand-painted ceilings, and custom craftsman details. East Cobb's proximity to I-285 and I-75 provides easy access to Perimeter Center, Buckhead, and Midtown employment without the price premium of closer-in suburbs.
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The lands that make up present-day East Cobb were home to the Cherokee before the Gold Rush brought settlers to the region. Georgia awarded thousands of parcels called Land Lots, each roughly 40 acres, to eligible settlers during the Gold Lottery of 1832 and 1833. The Land Lot system is still used to describe parcels of land in Cobb County.
Two settlers, Samuel and Isaac Sewell, purchased property totaling 80 acres from Gold Lottery winners. They established the Sewell Mill, the ruins of which still stand on Sewell Mill Road. Many of the streets and schools on the antebellum map of the area were named for these early landowners. East Cobb at one time included the city of Chattahoochee Plantation, whose former city limit signs still stand on its borders.
East Cobb's idyllic streets are lined with locally owned restaurants, small parks, and independent shops. Residents also have access to cultural venues, well-maintained golf courses, and some of the best community parks in Cobb County.
Yes. East Cobb is consistently ranked one of the best places to live in Georgia and the Southeast. Money Magazine named it the best place to live in Georgia in 2016. It offers three nationally ranked high school districts, strong property values at a $503,000 median (November 2025), easy access to Atlanta via I-285 and I-75, and a stable, low-crime residential environment. Families relocate specifically for the Big 3 school districts: Walton, Lassiter, and Pope.
East Cobb is an unincorporated community in Cobb County, Georgia. It is governed by Cobb County rather than a city government. The primary zip codes are 30062, 30066, 30067, and 30068. Many residents carry a Marietta mailing address but do not reside within Marietta city limits.
East Cobb is served by three nationally ranked high school districts. Walton High School is the prestige option with an Ivy pipeline and the highest-priced real estate. Lassiter High School focuses on STEM and innovation. Pope High School emphasizes arts and community. Your choice of district determines your neighborhood, price point, and community culture. Contact the SET Real Estate Group to confirm exact school assignments for any specific address.
The median home sale price in East Cobb was $503,000 in November 2025, with homes averaging approximately 40 days on market. Prices range from starter homes in the high $200Ks to Walton-zone luxury estates exceeding $3M. New construction starts in the $600Ks. East Cobb is generally comparable to or slightly less expensive than Roswell, Alpharetta, and Johns Creek while offering the same quality of schools.
East Cobb is located approximately 10 miles northwest of Downtown Atlanta and has direct access to I-285 and I-75. Residents commute to Perimeter Center, Buckhead, and Midtown without using major surface roads. The area also has numerous back-road options for navigating a commute without getting on the highway, which is one of East Cobb's advantages over more congested north Atlanta suburbs.
1,083 people live in East Cobb, where the median age is 50 and the average individual income is $72,659. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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The Brookhaven housing market remains very competitive, with homes receiving an average of two offers and selling within approximately 24 days. Despite a slight dip in home prices, the market shows resilience and robust activity.
In April 2024, the median sale price of homes in Brookhaven was $670K, reflecting a 1.1% decrease from the previous year. However, the median sale price per square foot has increased by 1.4%, reaching $283. This indicates that while overall prices have slightly decreased, the value per square foot has appreciated, suggesting a continued demand for quality properties.
The market's brisk pace is evident as homes in Brookhaven typically sell after 24 days on the market, a slight increase from 22 days last year. This minor uptick in days on the market indicates a steady but highly active market where properties are still moving quickly.
There's plenty to do around East Cobb, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including A Peach of a Party, K Squared Artisan Boutique, and Personal Training with Luke Sholl.
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| Dining | 4.15 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.23 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.2 miles | 25 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.71 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.14 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.61 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.32 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.65 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.75 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.71 miles | 24 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.85 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.85 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.04 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.07 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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East Cobb has 408 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in East Cobb do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,083 people call East Cobb home. The population density is 4,174.736 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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