Welcome to Peachtree Corners/Norcross
Upscale, heavily residential communities with centrally located amenities.
Encompassed by Gwinnett County, Peachtree Corners and Norcross are bordering communities that offer residents an exceptional quality of life. Thriving and growing year over year, both cities have numerous amenities that make the entire area ultra-desirable. Peachtree Corners has a population of 43,057, while Norcross has a current population of 16,458. The general area is about 20 miles northeast of Downtown Atlanta.
Prospective buyers who desire to live in a stately home — situated in a suburban oasis — will adore the available properties in Peachtree Corners and Norcross. Hidden from the busyness of the city, each area affords residents a supremely tranquil environment that is hard to find elsewhere.
What to Love
- Upscale homes in a peaceful suburban setting
- Largely residential
- Convenient drive to Atlanta
- Ample parks and places for outdoor recreation
- Centralized shopping and dining
Local Lifestyle
Peachtree Corners and Norcross are two of northeastern Atlanta’s most popular suburban communities. Featuring idyllic neighborhoods that are grand and calm, as well as a conveniently located commercial district, the area could definitely be described as all-encompassing. Peachtree Corners is the larger of the two cities. Extending from Highway 23 up to the Chattahoochee River, you’ll find most of the area’s restaurants, retailers, and businesses here. Norcross is considerably smaller and sits between Interstate 85 and Peachtree Industrial Boulevard. Despite its more compact size, Norcross offers just as much beauty and serenity as Peachtree Corners.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
At the border of Norcross and Peachtree Corners, there is an outstanding collection of shops and restaurants at The Forum on Peachtree Parkway and Peachtree Corners Town Center. Whereas Peachtree Corners provides a larger shopping area, Historic Norcross offers a small enclave of locally owned retail and restaurants.
Head to Peachtree Industrial Boulevard to uncover the bulk of the area’s establishments. Residents have quick access to both locally-owned businesses, as well as beloved regional and national chains. When running your everyday errands, effortlessly pick up what you need at Target, T.J. Maxx, Publix Super Market, ALDI, and PetSmart.
Ready to eat at the best restaurants in Peachtree Corners and Norcross? Locals recommend a wide variety of establishments that span a diverse selection of cuisines. Try the menu offerings at Grace1720, Flying Biscuit Cafe, Moe's Original BBQ, Stäge, Boga Latin Cuisine, Mojitos, Natarica Grill Restaurant, and Bleu House.
Things to Do
Residents of Peachtree Corners and Norcross can stay in town when looking to enjoy their leisure time.
In Peachtree Corners, which sits along the Chattahoochee River, locals have endless places to get out and unwind in nature. Along the river, Garrard Landing Park, Holcomb Bridge Park, Jones Bridge Park, and Medlock Bridge Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area are great spots to soak in the beauty of the water and the land. Inland, Simpsonwood Park, Corners Connector Trail, and Triangle Park are noteworthy green spaces that are a must-visit.
Shifting over to Norcross, there is a slightly more unique mix of activities and attractions. When looking to get outdoors, Thrasher Park, Best Friend Park, and Lillian Webb Park provide exceptional amenities, sports courts, playgrounds, and more. For a day of family fun, Malibu Grand Prix features go-karts, a waterpark, mini golf, and a cafe.
Schools
The Peachtree Corners/Norcross area is home to several excellent schools — spanning from pre-kindergarten through high school.
- Simpson Elementary School, Pre-kindergarten through 5th grade
- Brookhaven Innovation Academy, Kindergarten through 8th grade
- Paul Duke STEM High School, 9th grade through 11th grade
