Forsyth County Real Estate

Forsyth County Real Estate

Forsyth County: A Gem in Georgia

Located in the picturesque state of Georgia, Forsyth County is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and urban conveniences. Situated in the southeastern United States, this county boasts a rich history, vibrant communities, and a thriving real estate market.

Forsyth County is known for its stunning landscapes, with rolling hills, lush forests, and breathtaking views. Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, and other recreational activities in the county's numerous parks and lakes. Lake Lanier, one of Georgia's largest lakes, is a popular destination for water sports and picnicking.

In addition to its natural beauty, Forsyth County is home to a variety of charming towns and neighborhoods. The county seat, Cumming, offers a quaint downtown area with local shops, restaurants, and historic sites. Other communities, such as Alpharetta and Suwanee, provide a more urban atmosphere with modern amenities, including shopping centers, entertainment venues, and top-rated schools.

The real estate market in Forsyth County is thriving, making it an ideal location for homebuyers and investors. From spacious single-family homes in family-friendly neighborhoods to luxurious waterfront properties, there is a wide range of housing options to suit every lifestyle and budget. The county's strategic location, with easy access to major highways and Atlanta's bustling city center, further adds to its appeal.

Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat or a vibrant community, Forsyth County has it all. With its natural beauty, rich history, and thriving real estate market, this county in Georgia is truly a place to call home.

Newest Listings in Forsyth County

$795,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 10844707 MLS
EAST-FACING home in Cumming! Ever dream of waking up to your own sprawling, private, LEVEL BACKYARD with POOL-READY potential? This is THE ONE. Built in 2021 on approximately 1/2 ACRE, this spacious 3,121 SQ FT home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and exceptional RANCH-STYLE living in Cumming. RECENT UPGRADES & FEATURES: Cleared and leveled backyard (2022), lifetime-warranty gutter guards (2022), pergola (2022), extended patio (2022), dedicated fire pit area (2022), modern light switches (2022), HVAC systems (2021 & 2024), smart doorbell, 3 smart locks and 3 security cameras (2022), plus fresh landscaping and recently pressure-washed patio and driveway. Step inside to 12-FT CEILINGS and bright, open-concept living. The spacious kitchen features quartz countertops, 42in white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances (smart double ovens and dishwasher), and a double-door pantry, while the oversized dining room offers plenty of space for family gatherings and entertaining. TRUE ONE-LEVEL LIVING includes the PRIMARY SUITE plus TWO ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS on the MAIN LEVEL. The spacious PRIMARY SUITE features a WALK-IN CLOSET and generous ensuite bath with a HUGE TILED SHOWER, SOAKING TUB, and DOUBLE VANITY with plenty of counter space. The two additional bedrooms are conveniently connected by a DOUBLE-ENTRY FULL BATHROOM with DUAL SINKS, ideal for family, guests, or multigenerational living. Upstairs, a generously sized FOURTH BEDROOM with its own PRIVATE FULL BATH offers flexible space for extended family, guests, a teenager, playroom/home school room, entertainment area, or home office. BACKYARD offering privacy, versatility, and exciting POOL-READY POTENTIAL. Relax beneath the pergola, dine and entertain on the extended patio, gather around the dedicated fire pit AREA on cool Georgia evenings, or simply enjoy the open green space. Harvest from your very own FRUIT TREES - peach, apple, plum, pomegranate, lemon and cherry, a living, growing gift that gives back every season. A 2-CAR GARAGE plus an extended driveway accommodating approximately 4-5 additional vehicles provides plenty of parking for a growing household, weekend gatherings, and holiday guests. LOCATION brings it all together. Approximately 4 minutes to Vickery Village and the YMCA, 5 minutes to Buford Hwy, 10-15 minutes to GA-400, 12 minutes to The Collection at Forsyth, 13 minutes to Cumming City Center and Halcyon, 15 minutes to Sawnee Mountain Preserve, 17 minutes to Avalon, and 20 minutes to Big Creek Greenway. Enjoy convenient access toward Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Buckhead, Sugar Hill, Buford, Lake Lanier, and the North Georgia wineries. All of this is anchored by the highly sought-after FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM, adding another layer of long-term desirability. SPACE. PRIVACY. ONE-LEVEL LIVING. A BACKYARD READY FOR WHAT'S NEXT. Your next chapter starts here. Schedule your private tour today!

6130 Bentley Commons Drive, Cumming

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.

$875,000
5 Beds 4 Baths 10844451 MLS
Welcome Home! You have never seen move-in ready quite like this! Thoughtfully designed with timeless architecture and designer finishes, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 4-bath, three-car garage home offers luxury, functionality, and effortless living in one of West Forsyth's most desirable communities. Beyond the beautiful double doors, a light-filled interior opens into a thoughtfully designed open-concept floor plan featuring soaring ceilings, a spacious great room with custom built-ins flanking the gas fireplace, and a chef's kitchen designed for both entertaining and everyday living. The chef's kitchen is appointed with Calacatta Classique quartz countertops, an oversized island with storage on both sides, ceiling-height cabinetry, soft-close dovetail drawers, and a striking herringbone backsplash. A private guest suite with a full bath is conveniently located on the main level. Upstairs, the owner's suite has been enhanced with a newly added flex room, perfect for a home office, nursery, playroom, fitness room, or private sitting area while maintaining the home's true five-bedroom layout. The luxurious primary bath features a frameless glass shower, soaking tub, Toto bidet, and a custom California Closets system that connects directly to the laundry room. Additional upgrades include 8-foot interior doors on the main level, soft-close cabinetry throughout, walk-in attic storage, irrigation, Ring doorbell, and a spacious three-car garage. Outside, the sellers have thoughtfully expanded the fenced backyard to create even more usable outdoor space-perfect for entertaining, play, pets, or simply enjoying your own private outdoor retreat. Ideally located just minutes from Vickery Village, Halcyon, The Collection at Forsyth, OneLife Fitness, GA-400, and zoned for the highly acclaimed West Forsyth High School, this home perfectly blends luxury living with everyday convenience.

5045 Reserve Drive, Cumming

Listing courtesy of HomeSmart.

$485,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 10844328 MLS
Welcome to this Light-Filled Traditional Home nestled in the sought-after Ivy Bluff community in the Heart of Cumming! Ideally located, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of peaceful neighborhood living and everyday convenience, just minutes from Lake Lanier, GA-400, Cumming City Center, Downtown Cumming, The Collection at Forsyth, and an abundance of Shopping, Dining, Entertainment, Parks, and Recreation. Residents of Ivy Bluff also enjoy outstanding community amenities including a Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, and Playground. A charming Covered Front Porch welcomes you inside, where Hardwood Floors, abundant Natural Light, and inviting living spaces create an immediate sense of home. The Family Room serves as the heart of the Main Level with Vaulted Ceilings, a striking Fireplace, and seamless flow into the adjoining living areas. The Dining Room connects effortlessly to the Kitchen, featuring Shaker-Style Cabinetry, Granite Countertops, Tile Backsplash, Stainless Steel Appliances, a Breakfast Nook with access to the Rear Deck, and views overlooking the Family Room, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The Main-Level Primary Suite offers a private retreat with a spacious Ensuite Bathroom featuring Dual Vanities, a Soaking Tub, and Separate Shower. A convenient Half Bathroom completes the Main Level. Upstairs, two additional Bedrooms share a Full Hall Bathroom. The Finished Terrace Level dramatically expands the home's versatility with two Large Bonus Rooms, perfect for a Media Room, Home Office, Playroom, Fitness Space, Guest Retreat, or additional living area. Outside, enjoy the expansive Rear Deck and Covered Patio overlooking a Large, Lush Backyard surrounded by mature trees, creating a private setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the outdoors. Combining Flexible Living Space, Community Amenities, and an unbeatable location near Lake Lanier and all that Cumming has to offer, this beautiful home delivers the lifestyle today's buyers are seeking.

2055 Ivy, Cumming

Listing courtesy of Bolst.

$650,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 10844318 MLS
Welcome to a home designed for both everyday living and endless possibilities! The spacious, open floor plan features a primary suite on the main level, creating an ideal layout for multigenerational living while allowing for an expansive basement - 1900 total, 900 square feet of finished space and another 1000 unfinished. Flooring throughout the main level and finished basement areas is less than a year old, while all kitchen appliances are also less than a year old. The finished basement offers incredible flexibility, including a 382-square-foot flex room perfect for a home gym, theater, photo or video studio, plus a hidden door leading to additional storage. A 291-square-foot recreation room features a high, sound-dampening ceiling, while the dedicated music room is thoughtfully soundproofed with acoustic insulation, double drywall and acoustic adhesive, and a mass-enhanced door. Outside, create your own private retreat with a six-person hot tub featuring a waterfall and infinity edge, surrounded by fragrant olive trees and shrubs that create a natural privacy wall. Enjoy evenings around the firepit or take advantage of the new 6x9 greenhouse, complete with electrical and water connections and a temperature-controlled vent fan. The backyard also includes an apple tree, loquat tree, grapevines, tea plants, blueberry bushes, and three raised cedar planter boxes. Additional highlights include smart-home features such as thermostats, select switches, exterior cameras and a video doorbell. HVAC units are approximately 6 and 5 years old, and the roof is approximately 6 years old. The neighborhood offers its own access to the Big Creek Greenway, along with a welcoming sense of community. Conveniently located near an abundance of restaurants, shopping, and highly regarded schools, this home truly offers space, flexibility, and lifestyle in one exceptional package.

5110 Coventry Creek Drive, Cumming

Listing courtesy of Redfin Corporation.

$750,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 10844295 MLS
Welcome to 970 Windhaven Drive, an exceptionally updated brick-front home situated on nearly half an acre in the desirable Windhaven community. Enjoy the prestige of an Alpharetta address along with the benefit of lower Forsyth County property taxes. The side-entry garage preserves the home's beautiful front elevation, enhancing its curb appeal. Offering approximately 2,854 square feet and more than $169,545 in documented improvements, this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath residence combines quality renovations with comfortable everyday living. The main level features a spacious primary suite, private office, formal dining room and two-story family room. The centerpiece is the stunning 2024 custom kitchen and laundry-room renovation, an investment of nearly $83,000. The kitchen also features a dedicated water-filtration system, providing convenient filtered drinking water directly from the kitchen sink. Engineered hardwood flooring extends throughout the home, creating a warm and cohesive interior. The primary bathroom and half bath were beautifully remodeled in 2023, while the upstairs bathroom was updated in 2022. A spacious sunroom overlooks the level, private and fully fenced backyard. The nearly half-acre property offers wonderful space for outdoor living, complemented by extensive drainage improvements, landscape lighting, an upgraded patio, a dedicated fire-pit area and an eight-person hot tub-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A comprehensive sprinkler system provides irrigation throughout the front, side and back yards. Additional improvements include two high-efficiency A/C systems, a commercial-grade water heater, a Wi-Fi-enabled LiftMaster garage-door opener and a newly completed 2026 epoxy garage floor. The neighborhood pool and tennis courts are conveniently located directly across the street. Windhaven is near GA-400, Big Creek Greenway, Halcyon, Avalon, shopping, dining, parks and recreation. Located in Forsyth County and currently served by Big Creek Elementary, South Forsyth Middle and South Forsyth High School. Buyers should independently verify school assignments.

970 Windhaven Drive, Alpharetta

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.

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