Atlanta, Georgia’s vibrant capital, is known for its bustling streets, diverse communities, and Southern charm. Home to the world’s busiest airport, the city draws millions of visitors each year to attractions such as the World of Coca-Cola and the Georgia Aquarium. For some, however, living close to the action is more appealing without the crowds and traffic. Fortunately, Atlanta is surrounded by suburbs that offer easy access to the city without all of the metro area noise.
While each neighborhood is unique and offers a distinct twist on Southern living, they all blend city living with the sense of community and stability found in the suburbs. So, whether you are looking for a cozy getaway or a more permanent place for you and your family, you can find somewhere that suits you. The following five suburbs were selected based on Niche’s 2025 rankings of the best suburbs to live in the Atlanta area.
Roswell
Just about 23 miles north of Atlanta is Roswell, a charming suburb with a walkable downtown and vintage shops. According to Niche, Roswell ranks as Atlanta’s sixth-best suburb for 2025. With well-regarded schools, relatively low crime rates, and low unemployment, it is easy to see why this neighborhood made the cut. Even better, this family-friendly district has no shortage of entertainment, with a variety of activities that reflect the diverse community.
One of Roswell’s most appealing qualities is its blend of history and modernity, with downtown Historic Roswell featuring several 19th-century buildings. Barrington Hall, for example, is a Greek Revival home built in the 1840s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Meanwhile, nearby Bulloch Hall was the childhood home of former president Theodore Roosevelt’s mother, Mittie Bulloch. Today, both buildings are preserved as open house museums. Roswell also houses Mimm’s Museum of Technology and Art (formerly Computer Museum of America), the largest tech museum in the eastern United States…