GWINNETT COUNTY

County Offices
75 Langley Drive
Lawrenceville 770-822-8000
https://www.gwinnettcounty.com

Chamber of Commerce
6500 Sugarloaf Parkway
Duluth 770-232-3000
https://gwinnettchamber.org/

Quality of Life
A region that was once solely dotted with small towns, country stores, and farms, Gwinnett is now a land of well-planned roads, utilities, and transportation facilities. The county is currently home to over 230 international companies and over 460 high-tech firms. Much of this growth is centered around Technology Park/Atlanta, a 600-acre industrial campus with more than 70 firms located in the rolling hills and pine groves of Peachtree Corners. Local shoppers find the 1.5 million square foot Gwinnett Place Mall meets all their shopping needs with five major department stores, several popular restaurants, and over 200 specialty shops.

Newcomers will be impressed with the wide array of housing styles in the Lilburn, Lawrenceville, and Snellville areas. Further north, the affluent neighborhoods in Duluth offer a distinctive selection of gracious homes on lush, sizable lots. In the northern reaches of Gwinnett County, the city of Buford and nearby dazzling Lake Lanier afford residents homesites nestled conveniently close to the water’s edge. The Gwinnett Civic and Cultural Center and the adjacent Gwinnett Fine Arts Center support an active arts community.

Services
Serving the higher education needs of county residents, The University Center-Gwinnett houses a consortium of academic services and instruction from institutions such as The University of Georgia, Georgia Perimeter College, and Georgia State University.

Emory Eastside Medical Center is the major healthcare provider for the county. A full-service hospital, the facility offers 130 beds, 350 physicians, an emergency department, and a full range of other specialized programs. Gwinnett Medical Center and Joan Glancy Memorial Hospital are located nearby as well.

Easy accessibility is ensured by I-85, which transverses the county and connects with Georgia Highway 316, I-985, and the Perimeter Highway. Located in close proximity to Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport, residents find themselves just two hours away from nearly 200 destinations.

Berkeley Lake
City Hall
770-368-9484
https://berkeleylake.com/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
https://gwinnettchamber.org/

Compared to many of the historic communities throughout the greater Atlanta area, the City of Berkeley Lake got a late start. The majority of the city’s lands were not developed until the late 1940s. For many years, Berkeley Lake was primarily a summer retreat with an assortment of fishing cottages slowing giving way to a growing number of permanent homes. Since the 1950s, residents have fought strongly and successfully to preserve the beauty and health of both the lake and its surrounding areas. Since the city’s incorporation, many city ordinances have been passed that are designed to protect the tranquility and character of the community. Newcomers will find closely-guarded Berkeley Lake to be an outstanding community set against a one-of-a-kind scenic backdrop.

Buford
City Hall
770-945-6761
https://www.cityofbuford.com/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
https://gwinnettchamber.org/

Named after railroad president A.J. Buford in 1871, Buford has grown from a sleepy little community serving as a train depot to a thriving city with a strong business sector and attractive family neighborhoods. The majority of Buford’s homes are ranch-style or split-level, all set on generous, tree-shaded lots of one acre or more. Touted as a self-sufficient entity, Buford is the only community in Gwinnett County to finance and operate its own pubic school system. Buford residents enjoy close proximity to Lake Lanier and its many exciting outdoor adventures. The Mall of Georgia, also located nearby, provides a vast array of department stores, popular specialty stores, restaurants, and movie theaters.

Dacula
City Hall
770-963-7451
https://www.daculaga.gov/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
https://gwinnettchamber.org/

Located just outside of Lawrenceville, along Highways 316 and 29, Dacula lies in the western portion of Gwinnett County. Regionally, Dacula is best known for the large crowds that gather to celebrate its many colorful annual festivals. Each October, Dacula is home to the Elisha Winn Festival in honor of one of Gwinnett County’s most influential early leaders. Every Memorial Day, thousands flock to Dacula to see the Vietnam Memorial Moving Wall. As city that began as a railroad town in 1905, today, Dacula has grown into a popular, close-knit community of just over 4,000 residents.

Duluth
City Hall
770-476-3434
https://www.duluthga.net/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
www.gwinnettchamber.org

As one metro Atlanta’s most popular communities, Duluth is home to some of the most exclusive neighborhoods in metro Atlanta. Affluent estates with antebellum architecture can be found in town along with older, brick ranch homes with spacious yards. These impressive established residential areas offer a wide variety of newer housing as well. Many of these modern home sites even feature such amenities as garden baths and cathedral ceilings. Active residents will appreciate Duluth’s several golf courses and tennis facilities, some of which are the best in Atlanta. Offering a successful blend of commerce, prosperity, progress, and small town character, Duluth is home to over 1,400 business sites, many of which are located along the city’s main commercial corridor.

Grayson
City Hall
770-963-8017
https://cityofgrayson.org/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
www.gwinnettchamber.org

Enjoying a great location along Highway 20 in Gwinnett County, Grayson lies in close proximity to the communities of Snellville, Loganville, and Lawrenceville. Unique to the metropolitan Atlanta area, the City of Grayson is one of the few communities in the region that has remained purely residential. With just over 500 residents, the city is focused on retaining its small town charm and relaxed Southern atmosphere. Newcomers to the town will instantly discover the charming subdivisions and quaint village shops that combine to make Grayson a one-of-a-kind, family-oriented community. While Grayson may seem worlds away from the bustling metro area, the majority of Atlanta’s major centers of activity are just a short 30-minute drive away.

Lawrenceville
City Hall
770-963-2414
https://www.lawrencevillega.org/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
www.gwinnettchamber.org

The City of Lawrenceville was founded in 1821 and is the second oldest city in the metro Atlanta area. Today, Lawrenceville serves as the county seat of Gwinnett County and is home to a majority of the county’s offices. The historic town square is home to many shops and restaurants located within magnificent Victorian buildings. Gently rolling terrain and large trees surround neighborhoods where traditional brick one and two-story, single-family homes are most common. Regionally, Lawrenceville is best known for its annual Fourth of July Fireworks display and Lighting of the Tree on Thanksgiving Day.

Lilburn
City Hall
770-921-2210
https://www.cityoflilburn.com/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
www.gwinnettchamber.org

Although Lilburn was originally settled in 1823, it was 70 years later with the arrival of the railroad that the city became fully established. Located in the northeast section of Gwinnett County, Lilburn has experienced rapid growth, although the town has successfully managed to maintain its country charm. Residents of Lilburn will find the metro Atlanta area and Hartsfield International Airport just 22 and 28 miles away respectively. The centerpiece of the city,”Old Town Lilburn,” a charming historic district, is popular among residents and visitors for its plentiful antique, craft, and gift shops. This unique tribute to an era gone by is contrasted with the addition of several new pleasing subdivisions within the city. These residential areas are secluded, with spacious homes set upon sizeable wooded lots.

Norcross
City Hall
770-448-2122
https://www.norcrossga.net/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
www.gwinnettchamber.org

Originally founded as a resort town, the area’s tall oak trees, southern pines, and succulent magnolias once drew Atlanta’s wealthiest residents to the luxurious Brunswick hotel located across from Thrasher Park. Today, the city’s downtown district is the only location in Gwinnett County to be listed on the U.S. Register of Historic Places. This charming central business district captures the spirit of the city’s history with over 20 storefronts, 55 immaculate private homes, and three neighborhood churches. Together with its neighbor, the high-tech computer mecca of Peachtree Corners, the two communities create a unique blend of old and new that offers residents a diverse choice of housing. Newcomers can choose from historic neighborhoods and well-built established homes, to new subdivisions offering the most contemporary amenities available.

Snellville
City Hall
770-985-3500
https://www.snellville.org/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
www.gwinnettchamber.org

Strategically located 25 miles east of Atlanta, near Stone Mountain, Snellville is the perfect location for homebuyers who enjoy the tranquility and ambiance of country life, but who wish to remain close to the cultural, medical, and educational facilities of a larger metropolitan area. The city’s “Take Pride in Snellville” campaign reflects the community’s strong commitment towards its success. Recruiting citizen cooperation, the campaign boosts civic spirit with neighborhood beautification improvements and community projects. Snellville offers many new residential areas where housing is plentiful and traditional in style. In addition, the city’s spacious 100-acre T.W. Briscoe Park provides residents with a 1.25 mile paved jogging trail as well as public facilities for soccer, swimming, tennis, and softball, as well as arts and crafts events.

Sugar Hill
City Hall
770-945-6716
https://cityofsugarhill.com/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
www.gwinnettchamber.org

The City of Sugar Hill is located in the northwest portion of Gwinnett County near the Forsyth County border. Major transportation networks serving the area include the Buford Highway, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, and Interstates 985 and 85. As one of the fastest growing cities in Georgia, Sugar Hill is poised to be an economic and industrial leader well into the 21st century. In recent years, both residential and business developments have burgeoned and Gwinnett County has looked to the city for much of its growth and prosperity. An equally impressive residential community, newcomers will be pleased with the city’s quality housing stock.

Suwanee
City Hall
770-945-8996
https://www.suwanee.com/

Chamber of Commerce
770-232-3000
www.gwinnettchamber.org

Like many cities and towns throughout Georgia, Suwanee traces its roots back to the early days of the railroads. Suwanee was founded at the turn of the century and was named in honor of the region’s earliest settlers, the Suwanee Indians. Housing in the area includes a strong mix of traditional, county, and ranch styles. Enjoying a prime location for outdoor recreational activities, Suwanee residents find themselves just a short drive from both Lake Lanier Park and George Pierce Park. The Lanier Museum of Natural History is located nearby as well. Sports fans will be delighted to discover Suwanee is also home to Falcon Complex, the training camp facility of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons.