Dunwoody is a city located 17 miles north of Atlanta in Dekalb County. It began as a small community back in the 1830s but was incorporated on December 1, 2008.  Dunwoody has a prime location at the center of Atlanta’s abundant central perimeter business district and serves as headquarters to many large companies. It’s a perfect bedroom community for local commuters or a long-term resting place for young families.

And as one of Atlanta’s earliest suburbs, the city’s now 50-year-old neighborhoods attract home buyers with spacious, well-built homes, large lots, and an abundance of swim and tennis facilities. In recent years, the addition of condominiums, cluster homes, and urban live/work/play residential options compliment the older neighborhoods and offer diverse lifestyle options within minutes of Atlanta. 

Dunwoody residents enjoy a wealth of nearby amenities, including its local restaurant scene, fantastic shopping, entertainment spots, nature parks, and recreation facilities.

Sandy Springs is a city in northern Fulton County along the I-285 loop and is just 16.5 miles from downtown Atlanta. It spans both inside and outside the perimeter, allowing it to advance its development as a city.  Atlanta’s top attractions are easily accessible from Sandy Springs by car or MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority). Incorporated in 2005, it is the sixth-largest city in Georgia and the second-largest city in the metropolitan Atlanta area. Sandy Springs is a family-friendly area and a destination for young, single people, with some of the best schools. It is also corporate headquarters for businesses such as UPS, Newell Brands, Cox Communications, Inspire Brands, and Mercedes-Benz USA’s corporate offices. 

Sandy Springs is home to more than a dozen wonderful city parks, all within minutes of the city’s lively downtown area. Whether you are a hiker, a wildlife enthusiast, a history buff, or an all-around nature lover, the parks in Sandy Springs have trails for hiking, waterways for fishing, cultural exhibits, and plenty of green space to bask in the fresh air. 

The City Springs district in downtown Sandy Springs is home to a performing arts center, city hall, kid-friendly interactive fountain, and quality retail and residential offerings. Living in Sandy Springs offers residents a terrific urban-suburban option.