Sandy Plains offers a wealth of parks and shopping
If education is a priority, then moving to the Sandy Plains area of East Cobb is a smart choice. The public schools here are so well regarded that locals often reference the local high schools to explain where they live. “People will say, ‘I live in the Lassiter school district,’ or ‘I live in the Sprayberry school district,’” says Victor Rodriguez, a Realtor and creator of ‘Living In Atlanta, Georgia’ YouTube channel. “People move here for the good schools and for the community. Because of the quality of schools, there are a lot of families with kids. So, people have that in common.”
The wealth of parks in the area are popular gathering spots and residents enjoy proximity to plenty of shopping centers. “Sandy Plains is a road in East Cobb. Anything around there is referred to as the Sandy Plains area. It’s a small area. It’s about a tenth of East Cobb,” says Rodriguez, who lives in the Sandy Plains area. “Off of Sandy Plains Road, there are a bunch of neighborhoods, but Sandy Plains Road is all commercial.”
Harrison Park boasts multiple tennis courts to practice your serve.
Sweat Mountain Dog Park in Sandy Plains is a popular neighborhood amenity with a fenced space.
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Sandy Plains has curb appeal
Located less than 10 miles from downtown Marietta, those looking to move here will largely find traditional two-story homes with two-car garages built in the 1980s and '90s. However, there’s a smattering of more recent builds to choose from as well. “This is an established area,” Rodriguez says. “It’s been developed for a long time, so there’s not a lot of new construction.”
Houses here typically offer 2,000 to 3,000 square feet of living space and rest on sizeable lots of at least a quarter-acre with mature oak and maple trees that are common to the area. The average sales price hovers around $500,000. Costs can range from $350,000 to well over $1 million, depending on size and condition. “In the last 60 days, I would say the average days-on-market is five to seven days,” Rodriguez says. “Things sell quickly. It all goes back to the schools.”
A row of home in a typical street in the suburbs of Sandy Plains, GA.
Sandy Plains boasts lush green lawns and shady trees.
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Students attend top-ranked Cobb County Schools district schools
Public school students may attend Davis Elementary, Mabry Middle, and Lassiter High. Part of the Cobb County Schools district, the middle and high schools earn A Niche grades, while the elementary school scores an A-minus. In addition to its stellar academics, Lassiter boasts a nationally recognized marching and concert band. “All of the schools here are really highly rated,” Rodriguez says.
Davis Elementary School provides education in the neighborhood of
Sandy Plains.
Lassiter High School founded in 1981 is a top ranking school in the East Cobb county.
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Noonday Park is a popular spot to play
Outdoor options abound in the Sandy Plains area. At Noonday Park on Hawkins Store Road Northeast, soccer games take place on the park’s 12 soccer fields, people walk their dogs along the trails and BMX bikers catch air on the dirt jumps. Harrison Park on Shallowford Road offers a playground with a 60-foot-long zipline, 16 tennis courts, and multiple baseball fields to catch a little league game. “It’s a suburban area for people with kids. What people do for fun is attend their children’s extracurricular activities,” Rodriguez says. “Parks are very popular. There are so many parks around that area. If parents get a free day or night. We go to Atlanta or downtown Marietta.”
Noonday Creek Park offers more than 7 soccer fields for residents and team sports.
Noonday Creektrail is an immersive paved-path nature trail beloved by Sandy Plains locals.
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Sandy Plains Road serves as a hub for shopping and dining
Residents have access to plenty of nationally known chains along Sandy Plains Road. At Sandy Plains Centre, locals can stock up on groceries at Kroger, get a massage at Massage Envy or take a Pilates class at Club Pilates.
For dining out, try Yeero Village for traditional Greek cuisine like lamb-stuffed gyros and grilled octopus. Other local favorites on nearby Canton Road include Marietta Fish Market for seafood and Ray’s Donuts, a family-run business. Pro tip: get there early because by noon their doughnuts are almost always gone.
Residents in Sandy Plains often stop by Yeero Village for Greek food.
Sandy Plains residents can enjoy nationally loved retailers like Kroger as a main grocery hub.
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Interstate 575 leads to Atlanta
Interstate 575 traces the western edge of Sandy Plains, making for an easy 23-mile commute south to downtown Atlanta. Locals are also just 9 miles east of Roswell and 6 miles southwest of downtown Marietta via Sandy Plains Road.
Sandy Plains is a residential neighborhood about 20 miles from the city of Atlanta.
Sandy Plains offers its residents large well manicured front yards.
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Parks in this Area
Sandy Plains Park
Shaw Park
Sweat Mountain Park
Noonday Creek Park
Harrison Park
Glover Park
Trails
Walking Paths
Transit
Airport
Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
51 min drive
Bus
Barrett Pkwy & Chastain Meadows Pkwy
Bus
Barrett Pkwy & Prado Ln
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sandy Plains
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
54,769
Median Age
43
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$113,213
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$134,347
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
College Graduates
51.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
14/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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