Smyrna
Known as the “Jonquil City,” due to the riot of jonquil flowers that bloom in the early spring.
Known as the “Jonquil City,” due to the riot of jonquil flowers that bloom in the early spring.
Smyrna is a charming city in Cobb County, GA, just 10 miles outside the city of Atlanta. It is known as the “Jonquil City,” due to the riot of jonquil flowers that bloom in the early spring. Ranked by Time Magazine’s Money.com as one of the best places to live in the United States, Smyrna is home to around 56,000 people.
Smyrna offers a number of opportunities to live, work, and play. This fast-growing city has plenty of diverse neighborhoods, a surplus of recreational facilities, and many avenues to start and grow your own business. Smyrna is accessible via the I-285, the U.S. Route 41, and the State Route 280.
Smyrna was originally a campground used by settlers in 1832 as a place of worship. It was named Ruffs Siding and Varners Station between the years 1842 to 1872 before it eventually became Smyrna, named after one of the seven churches of Paul the Apostle in the Book of Revelation.
When a railroad was constructed in 1836, Smyrna began to grow as a town. Jobs were created, gristmills and factories were established, and buildings were constructed. In 1872, Smyrna was officially incorporated by the State of Georgia as a municipality.
Those looking to move to Smyrna have a wide variety of real estate options to choose from. Prevalent are single-family homes, condominiums, and apartments. The single-family homes for sale in Atlanta, GA come in various architectural styles such as Traditional, Craftsman, and Ranch.
Smyrna’s Market Village, in particular, features 16 luxury townhomes in the heart of the city’s downtown area. These townhomes offer comfort, convenience, and walkability.
Notable neighborhoods in Smyrna include:
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55,460 people live in Smyrna, where the median age is 35.8 and the average individual income is $55,671. 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 Smyrna, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Kwench Juice Cafe, Saddle Up, and The Healing Center for Change.
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| Dining | 2.69 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.65 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.36 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.02 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.78 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.03 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.5 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.18 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.29 miles | 18 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.05 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.59 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.1 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.73 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Smyrna has 24,696 households, with an average household size of 2.24. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Smyrna do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 55,460 people call Smyrna home. The population density is 3,563.56 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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