Alpharetta is located in northern Fulton County, 26 miles north of downtown Atlanta. Alpharetta is a community with a character all its own. Part Southern, part cosmopolitan, but always down to earth and accessible. Whether you’re looking for a home for your business or yourself, you’ll find everything from tranquil street locations to high rises, from swim and tennis neighborhoods to wooded escapes. Alpharetta has it all. Along with restaurants, parks and entertainment venues, you’ll find a variety of neighborhood organizations, civic clubs, business associations and volunteer opportunities, as well. The City of Alpharetta is an ideal setting in which to live and work. You’ll find a full slate of activities year-round for youths through senior citizens. Alpharetta has an exceptional park system that truly enhances the quality of life in our City! Enjoy acres devoted to walking trails, playgrounds, sports fields, arboretums, and community parks. At the expansive Wills Park, along with excellent sports and recreational facilities, you’ll find one of the finest equestrian facilities in the Southeast. Alpharetta also boasts a beautiful greenway system along Big Creek that provides a naturally picturesque pathway for bikers and hikers of all ages to enjoy. Education is a priority for people who live in Alpharetta. The Fulton County Public School System was recently rated One of the Top 100 School Districts in Places You Can Afford.
