When you’re moving to the Atlanta Metro area, consider the quickly-growing town of Cumming located in Forsyth County. With a diverse population and a variety of housing to choose from depending on your style, the small-town feel makes it easy to settle into the community, and the location is perfect for a variety of activities, from watersports to hiking to shopping. 

What to Love

• Lake Lanier
• Lower housing costs and property taxes
• Excellent schools

Local Lifestyle

Cumming provides a small-town feel with a sense of community, as well as easy access to all of the amenities of the big city — nearby Atlanta. It’s a growing area, popular with families due to the lower property tax rate, superior schools, and significant diversity. Most of life in Cumming happens on the shores of Lake Lanier, from events to social activities with friends, but there are plenty of other attractions available as well.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

There are two main shopping centers in Cumming, although numerous smaller boutiques can be found scattered throughout town. The Collections at Forsyth offer retailers such as Jos A. Bank and White House Black Market, as well as numerous dining options, and a movie theater. In contrast, North Georgia Premium Outlets, located within a short drive of Cumming, lets shoppers purchase from the best brands, like Brooks Brothers and Armani, at a discount. The center of Cumming's social scene is the City Center. A Vision Born from Nostalgia. In the bustling landscape of North Atlanta, where cities often grow at an unprecedented pace, the Cumming City Center stands as a testament to a new vision—one that prioritizes community, charm, and a return to the cherished small-town values of the past.

Things to Do

There are plenty of activities to do in Cumming. Lake Lanier is nearby with plenty of activities to partake in, including boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and plenty of hiking trails, as well as special events throughout the year. Hikers will especially love the nearby Sawnee Mountain Preserve, which contains 963 acres of hiking trails where you can catch views of the local wildlife while getting into some exercise. While there, don't miss the Indian Seats, a natural rock formation where you can find abandoned gold mines and amazing views. Other popular hiking spots include the Big Creek Greenway and Fowler Park Trailhead, both offering amazing views as you walk. The truly adventurous can even start their journey on the Appalachian Trail, running from the Southern Terminus just north of Cumming and continuing for nearly 2200 miles to Maine.

Schools

Cummings is served by the Forsyth County School System, the 6th largest in Georgia, and is a leader in instructional technology.​​​​​​​

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• Haw Creek Elementary School, PreK-5, ranked 11th in Georgia by U.S. News and World Report
• Lakeside Middle School - Forsyth, PreK-5, known for strong test scores and academic progress
• South Forsyth High School, 9-12, A-rating and Platinum status awarded by Governor’s Office of Student Achievement for five consecutive years and renowed AP program