Downtown Marietta & Marietta Square
Young professionals, empty nesters, longtime locals
The Vibe: Walkable, historic, locally rooted
Downtown Marietta centers on the Marrieta Square, which has been the city’s core for generations. Many of the buildings date back over a century, and the area keeps growing and becoming a better social experience. Restaurants, antique stores, law offices, and event spaces fill the blocks around the central park. People live in lofts above shops and some standalone apartment buildings. There are also some small historic bungalow homes just off the Square, and newer townhomes tucked into redeveloped corners.
This part of town draws people who want a lifestyle with less driving. It’s one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Cobb County.
Zoned Schools:
-West Side Elementary
-Marietta Middle School
-Marietta High School
Median Home Price: $480,000
Similar Neighborhoods:
- Roswell Historic District
- Kirkwood (Atlanta)
Whitlock Heights & Lee’s Crossing
Families, professionals, long-term residents
The Vibe: Leafy, established, close to the action
Whitlock Heights and Lee’s Crossing are located southwest of downtown. Homes here sit on larger lots, mostly built between the 1960s and 1980s. Some have been renovated, while others are still in their original condition. Streets curve around tall trees and older landscaping. It’s close enough to reach the Square in a few minutes, but tucked far enough back to feel quiet.
These neighborhoods are known for community involvement and an old-school sense of neighborliness.
Zoned Schools:
-A.L. Burruss Elementary
-Marietta Middle School
-Marietta High School
Median Home Price: $435,000
Similar Neighborhoods:
- East Cobb's Indian Hills
- Smyrna’s Forest Hills
East Cobb / Northeast Marietta Edge
Upscale families, dual-income households
The Vibe: Polished, suburban, well-resourced
While technically part of unincorporated Cobb County, the neighborhoods northeast of Marietta are an important part of the city fabric. East Cobb is one of metro Atlanta’s most sought-after suburban zones. Homes here tend to be new and big. Shopping centers are close and nice, and the schools are a top draw.
You won’t find a traditional “downtown” or central hub in East Cobb, but people who live here are drawn by the quality of the housing and the quality of the schools.
Zoned Schools:
-Tritt Elementary
-Hightower Trail Middle
-Pope High School
Median Home Price: $580,000
Similar Neighborhoods:
- Johns Creek
- Milton
Powers Ferry / Delk Road Corridor
Renters, commuters, younger professionals
The Vibe: Apartment-heavy, well-connected, affordable
The Powers Ferry corridor feels more transient than other parts of Marietta. It’s located just inside the I-75 loop and has easy access to the Cumberland business district, the Braves stadium, and Atlanta proper. Most housing is in the form of apartments or condos, though some single-family homes exist off side roads.
This is a good choice for people who need to be close to work or school without overpaying. The proximity to the freeway and steady rental supply make it popular for short-term residents.
Zoned Schools:
-Brumby Elementary
-East Cobb Middle
-Wheeler High School
Median Home Price: $295,000 (condo/townhome median)
Similar Neighborhoods:
- Chamblee’s Peachtree Blvd corridor
- North Druid Hills
Kennesaw Mountain / Burnt Hickory
Families, nature lovers, professionals
The Vibe: Green, quiet, close to trails
On the edge of Marietta, the city streets give way to trailheads. The neighborhoods near Kennesaw Mountain offer access to one of the region’s best outdoor parks. The homes sit on large, shaded lots, and traffic stays light outside of park weekends.
You’ll run into people who hike regularly or have lived here for decades. There are horse farms in pockets and newer executive homes on cul-de-sacs.
Zoned Schools:
-Cheatham Hill Elementary
-Lovinggood Middle
-Hillgrove High School
Median Home Price: $520,000
Similar Neighborhoods:
- East Cobb's Lassiter area
- Alpharetta’s equestrian outskirts