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Real Estate & Homes in Marietta - Georgia - Marietta, Georgia homes and communites MariettaMarietta HistoryAlthough Marietta is home to more than 58,000 residents, the community still offers a small-town Southern atmosphere. During the Civil War, the town was occupied by Union troops until they joined Sherman’s march to the sea in 1864. After the war, Marietta prospered. Today the city’s neighborhoods feature antebellum and Victorian homes, modest bungalows, and ranch-style houses.A traditional city, residents recently gained notoriety for their "pro-family" resolutions that denounce alternative lifestyles. "The Big Chicken" is a local landmark, and five neighborhoods and several buildings are on the National Historic Register. The city is located near scenic Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield and Park, and veterans from all U.S. conflicts since the Civil War are buried in the downtown National Cemetery — the only national cemetery in metro Atlanta. An award-winning school system offers students a quality education. Marietta is a frequent winner of state, regional and national awards, and it has been designated as a City of Excellence and City of Ethics by the Georgia Municipal Association. ActivitiesMarietta residents enjoy restaurants, shopping, affordable housing and easy accessibility to Downtown Atlanta, which is 20 miles away.Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield and Park draws locals and visitors alike. The 2,888-acre facility pays homage to a Civil War battle that took place in 1864, killing more than 67,000 soldiers. The town square is a cultural area complete with shops, historic buildings, an art museum and the Theatre in the Square. Also near the square, you'll find the Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum, which houses a privately owned collection of book and movie memorabilia. Marietta is located near the Cumberland, Galleria and Town Center malls, and local roads provide access to Highways 75, 20 and 285. Marietta Fast FactsLocation: Marietta is located about 20 miles northwest of Atlanta*Total area: 21.95 square miles *Population: 58,748 *Housing units: 25,227 Average annual rainfall: 51.82 inches Average temperatures: 77ºF in summer, 39ºF in winter *Information provided by 2000 Census SchoolsThere are 55 public schools in Marietta. Colleges and universities include Southern Polytechnic State University, Chattahoochee Technical College and High-Tech Institute.Where is Marietta? |
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