Life in Roswell flourishes like the flowers in its many parks. In fact it has over 890 acres of parks serving its 82,000 residents - more than any other city in Georgia. Residents of Roswell benefit from the best of both worlds - great urban shopping and entertainment accessibility, and an intimate, small-town sense of connection and amazing schools. Just north of Atlanta and just southwest of Alpharetta, it is a quick drive to world-class shopping, dining, sports and activities.

Roswell boasts three historical home museums; It is home to a thriving arts community with over 30 arts organizations that call it home. Whether you enjoy performing arts or visual arts, you are sure to find something that interests you here.

If exploring the great outdoors is more to your liking, consider visiting the Chattahoochee Nature Center or joining Bike Roswell. Roswell is one of only 19 communities nationwide that the League of American Bicyclists recognized again this year for their bicycle friendly status. If horses are your passion, a quick drive will take you to nearby Milton for a show or riding opportunity. The community is committed to reinvesting resources to allow it to grow wisely and function smoothly. Police and Fire Departments are well-staffed and highly rated. In 2006, Roswell was named the 18th Safest City in the United States and the safest city in Georgia.

Future Along with many communities in North Atlanta, Roswell boomed in the late 1990s and into this century as flocks of people from the Northeast and West were drawn to plentiful jobs and the affordable homes for sale in Roswell. Roswell city government has a master plan in place for controlling growth to control traffic, allowing the infrastructure to grow in tandem with its population. They are also in the middle of a massive green initiative whose mission is to "take action to improve our Sustainability: providing for the present generation while honoring our past and allowing for the needs of future generations."

Quick Facts		Links
Current population estimate	82,000	Government
Major Arteries	GA 400 North	Utilities
Great Schools Overall Rating	8 out of a possible 10 nationwide	Schools
Average Real Estate Home Sales Price	$238,000	Churches
History	To house numerous new settlers following the Dahlonega gold rush, Roswell King followed the Indian trails along the Chattahoochee River looking for a new settlement. In 1839, he came to Vickery Creek and used the waters to start a mill and build a community.	Shopping & Entertainment