Welcome to Sandy Springs (Inside The Perimeter)
Featuring great schools and green space, this affluent community has been voted one of Georgia’s best places to live.
Located “inside the I-285 perimeter,” this portion of Sandy Springs offers a coveted commute— just a few minutes will quickly connect you to the I-75, I-85, or 400 interstates, Downtown Atlanta, and the world’s busiest airport—and many of this town’s beautiful residential roads offer a surprisingly rural feel. Serene estates are situated on as many as 25 acres here, and one- to three-acre properties are the community’s norm.
A hub of business, Sandy Springs is home to the corporate headquarters of many larger companies, including UPS, Cox Communications, and Mercedes-Benz USA—all connected to Atlanta proper.
What to Love
- Residents enjoy an easy commute
- A hub of business, many corporate headquarters are located here
- Spacious properties offer privacy and seclusion
People & Lifestyle
This posh city houses a high percentage of Georgia’s wealthy residents and has a relatively high cost of living, yet those who make less than a six-figure salary can still live comfortably here.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
A range of dining options abounds. Local favorites include Southern Bistro, an airy, modern eatery offering updated Southern comfort cuisine, wines, and a dog-friendly patio. At The Prado, a shopping mall with numerous stores and services, you’ll also find a variety of casual restaurants.
Gateway Shopping Center is another popular shopping destination. Here, you’ll find 122,000 square feet of multi-use retail and dining. Daily-use fitness, salon services, and a farmers’ market grocer are also located here.
Things to Do
Windsor Meadows Park is a four-acre neighborhood park intended for passive use. It has a short loop trail, a lawn, some seats, and a swing. The site of a historic 2009 flood, the city purchased the land through a federal flood mitigation grant program.
Located in the East Palisades unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Whitewater Creek Trail offers a network of trails and is one of Atlanta’s most popular dog-friendly hiking areas.
Schools
Sandy Springs is home to a number of excellent schools. Top educational opportunities include:
- Highpoint
- Holy Spirit
- Atlanta Jewish Academy
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