Suwanee Real Estate
Suwanee started as a Native American village in the early 1800’s. It was incorporated in 1949. It was also voted among the Top 10 Best Places to Live by Money in 2007. Recently rated the third best place in America for raising families by Kiplinger in 2012. Suwanee was named from a Shawnee Indian tribe that settled in the area in the latter part of the 18th century. Suwanee remained a predominantly small community into the 1970s with more than 15,000 residents call the city home today. 1818: “Suwannee old town” mentioned as part of a treaty document with Creek Indians 1837 City of Suwanee is founded with establishment of a S. post office. This marks the first time that the Town of Suwanee is recognized by the U.S. government 1871 Georgia Air Line Railroad line from Charlotte to Atlanta is built through Suwanee. In 1880 The Rhodes House was constructed. In the early 20th century, the house served as a hotel for railroad passengers, traveling salesmen, doctors, and teachers.Earliest known date for Suwanee High School, a one-room schoolhouse with students ages 4-16 located at King and Davis streets.Population is 216.1881 a fire destroys all stores on Main Street, but one.Richmond & Danville Railroad completes a narrow gauge railroad line from Suwanee to Lawrenceville.1883 John Brogdon begins rebuilding what will become the largest store between Atlanta and Gainesville.1900 Population is 246.1910 The building most recently known as Pierce’s Corner is constructed. The building has served as a general store, cotton gin, silent movie theater, dentist’s office, and antique store.1920 Population is 241.
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Suwanee Zip Codes
Population
As of July 2014 the population in Suwanee was 18,164.
Average Home Prices
The median home value of residences is $336,100. Home values continue to appreciate in Suwanee. Some homes have appreciated upwards of 5.2% over the past few years.
Popular Suwanee Neighborhoods
Homes in Suwanee School District
Walnut Grove Elementary School
Settles Bridge Elementary School
Popular Parks and Recreation In Suwanee
Attractions & Events
Food Truck Friday
March of Dimes March of Babies
Star 94’s Woofstock
August Concert & Wing Festival
Remembrance Day
Trek or Treat
Testimonials
My experience with Faith Brown-Ossmann was simply outstanding. I was looking to downsize to a smaller home and move closer to work. Faith worked with me on a very personal basis and helped me to find what I really wanted. Faith is knowledgeable and always available. It was her local area knowledge a…
Highly likely to recommend
10/17/2013 – Valentin Family
Bought a home in 2013 in Cumming, GA.
• Local knowledge:Excellent
• Process expertise:Excellent
• Responsiveness:Excellent
• Negotiation skills:Excellent
Moving back to the States after serving 6 years overseas with the US ARMY w…
As a first-time homeowner and being very new to the area. I was very glad that I chose Faith as my realtor. Throughout the process, she was always very helpful and responsive to any question that I had. If you are looking for a professional who is very knowledge and helpful throughout the home buyin…
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09/05/2011 – Meme
Sold a Single Family home in 2010 for approximately $300K in Roswell, GA.
• Local knowledge: Excellent
• Process expertise: Excellent
• Responsiveness: Excellent
• Negotiation skills: Excellent
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