Filed under Living on November 25th, 2008:
Your Guide for Living in Smyrna, GA
If you’re looking for a new city to call home, Smyrna is a great choice. Over the past several years, Smyrna has grown and developed into an affluent area to live and work. The city has taken part in streetscape beautification projects and bettering the neighborhoods by adding upscale shopping developments, too.
Market Village is a downtown gathering place with a large community center and a public library. The construction of several new townhouse and condominium complexes continues to draw many new residents to the area. Smyrna was voted one of the top 10 Metro Atlanta best places to live by Atlanta Magazine. It’s got a small town atmosphere but is close to the big city life.
Smyrna’s terrific location, about 10 miles northwest of Atlanta, offers easy access to I-285 and I-75, plus other key roads in the area. Visiting the trendy upscale neighborhood of Buckhead, or driving to downtown Atlanta, isn’t too far when you live in Smyrna. Even Hartsfield Jackson Airport is just a 30-minute drive during off-peak hours. Residents without vehicles can utilize the The Cobb Community Transit (CCT) bus system link up with the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) rapid-rail network.
History
Pioneers began settling in the Smyrna area in 1832. After the completion of the Western and Atlantic Railroad in 1842, the area began to grow. Lockheed opened in 1951 and the population boomed for the next 20 years.
Factoids
- Thy official symbol of Smyrna is the jonquil, a flower. This name is derived from the thousands of jonquils flourishing the streets in early spring each year.
- Smyrna sits at an altitude of about 1,150 feet above sea level.
- Two Civil War battles occurred in the area, the Battle of Smyrna Camp Ground on July 3, 1864 and the Battle of Ruff’s Mill the next day.
- Smyrna made history when it elected a woman mayor, Lorena Pace Pruitt, in 1946.
Cobb County
The beautiful Cobb County is consistently ranked among the top 100 wealthiest counties in the nation. Enjoy upscale neighborhoods and award-winning schools.
Businesses
Home Depot, Glock and the Weather Channel all have their headquarters at the edge of Smyrna.
Top 10 Attractions near Smyrna
- Six Flags Over Georgia
- Six Flags Whitewater
- Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center
- Cumberland Mall
- Stone Mountain Park
- World of Coke
- Lake Lanier Islands
- High Museum of Art
- Georgia Aquarium
- Zoo Atlanta
Top 10 Restaurants in Smyrna
- Jim & Nick’s Bar-B-Q
- UMEZONO Japanese Restaurant
- Zucca Bar & Pizzeria
- Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
- Vintage Tavern
- Atlanta Ribs
- Village Sushi and Gourmet
- Crepe Revolution
- Fiver Guys Famous Burgers and Fries
- Old South Barbeque
The Great Outdoors in Smyrna
If you enjoy being outside, you’ll love the Silver Comet Trail, a popular paved biking and walking trail. The trail is 61.5 miles in length and the Silver Comet Connector was created to connect the trail with the Cumberland-Galleria business area, the largest employment center in Cobb County.
Smyrna also has it’s share of parks, public swimming pools, tennis courts and playgrounds. The Market Village in the city center often holds open-air concerts and festivals for wholesome family entertainment.
Climate and Terrain
Residents of Smyrna enjoy the rolling green hills and narrow valleys. The weather is mild, with an average temperature of 61.4F. Fall brings a colorful change of leaves and winter rarely brings significant amounts of snow.
Top Smyrna Apartments
ApartmentGuide.com is a great resource in your quest for a new apartment. To help narrow your search, here are some apartments listed by price range and amenities.
November 25th, 2008 at 3:48 pm
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