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The City of Kennesaw

General Information 

Touring through the City of Kennesaw Georgia exposes Kennesaw’s rich history in Southern tradition.  Although there has been an influx of new residents, many from out of state – often from the north and Florida, many residents remain who have descended from Confederate forefathers who can proudly display a grandfather’s uniform, or who participate in the reenactments on battlefields fought on Kennesaw Mountain.  New residents clue in gradually to this remnant of Confederate loyalty as it is easy to disregard with all the progressive development overshadowing what was once divided parcels of relatively small plantations.  New development is welcomed as it offers convenience to home owners weary of Atlanta’s interstate travel. But the curious will not have to search long to uncover the rich southern heritage that distinguishes Kennesaw in Cobb County and the rest of Georgia.   

Kennesaw Georgia:  Location/Geography 

The 8.5 square miles that is Kennesaw is situated in north central Cobb County, northwest of the county seat, Marietta, Georgia and about 20 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta.  Inside its borders you will not only find many fine subdivisions, but you will also find the scenic and historic Kennesaw Mountain, the highest spot in the Atlanta area; Kennestone Hospital, ranked as having Georgia’s busiest emergency room; Kennesaw State University, the third largest state university in the University System of Georgia; Town Center Mall with many large department stores; McCollum Airport; an expansive yet secluded “big rock” quarry as well as a number of community parks. Traffic patterns have been well planned for optimal mobility.  There are hills and plains, residential areas for both the single or multi-family resident, as well as light commercial areas. The best views are enjoyed on top of Kennesaw Mountain.  On a clear day you can see the city of Atlanta from its summit. 

Arrive here easily via Interstates 75 and 575.  Navigate east to west on either Barrett Parkway or Chastain Road; or north to south with the interstates, Hwy. 41 or George Bus bee Parkway. 

Kennesaw Georgia:  Real Estate Market

Kennesaw Georgia’s population has substantially expanded during the last twenty years with growth rates at about 40%. As the population has grown, so has its demand for real estate.  The draw to Kennesaw is its ease and proximity to interstate and downtown businesses for employment and/or commerce as well as its affordable antebellum charm.  The location-location-location mantra would apply here like many of the other suburbs of Atlanta; however, Kennesaw is more than an exit off the interstate.  It satisfies a diversity of residential living styles and tastes: from the old to the new, the large to the small, urban to suburban, all with accommodating conveniences or amenities close by.   

The average single family home in Kennesaw today is selling for about $235,000, but price ranges exceed $2.5 million.  In 2005, 1685 properties in Kennesaw Georgia sold between $56,000 and $1.4 million with the average sold price of $243,000.  For that money a buyer might expect to find a home with 3-5 bedrooms and 2-4 bathrooms.  Homes took an average of just over 2 months to sell in 2005.  

Kennesaw Activities, Attractions & Recreation

Kennesaw’s own Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History is nationally recognized and houses three permanent collections: the first depicts the life of a soldier in the Civil War; the second is a reproduction of a train factory from the late 1800’s, early 1900’s; and the third features the story of the Great Locomotive Chase, a story about the abduction of “The General.”

Kennesaw’s favorite attraction must be Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park.  This attraction expands 2,884 acres of historic land and features 17.3 miles of hiking trails up the 700-foot incline of the mountain.  This close-by venue is popular to world travelers, long distance runners, serious walkers, more than casual hikers, bird watchers and nature lovers.  For those who want a nice view, a quick 1.4 mile drive to the top offers a southern exposure toward the City of Atlanta, a stunning view on a clear day.  Kennesaw Mountain is also popular for Civil War history enthusiasts where they can see

historic earthworks, cannon emplacements and monuments.  On this site over 5,350 soldiers were killed in heavy fighting in a battle fought despite the sweltering summer sun from June-July 1864. Hear the story about the cooperative agreement to halt fighting in order to remove the dead and dying from the field and the gift that followed from one general to the other. 

Downtown Kennesaw retains the charm of “what once was” with antique and specialty shops and good restaurants.  Kennesaw frequently draws a crowd by annually hosting the Big Shanty Festival, a North Georgia arts and crafts extravaganza.  This free admission festival is held in downtown Kennesaw on both sides of Main Street (Highway 293) and is open on a Saturday and Sunday in mid April.   Kennesaw also draws local residents by offering free summer concerts and movies and the ever-popular Main Street Farmer’s Market.   

Located on campus of Kennesaw State University is the storytelling event of the city, the Annual Winter Storytelling Festival.  The art form of storytelling from ages past is reinvented for today’s culture, fascinating the young and the old, with past and future performances by world renown teller, Dan Keding; Atlanta grandmother Esther Culver; Chetter Galloway who specializes in African and African-American stories; NPR favorite Grace Hawthorne who created a one-woman show about the Sept. 11 tragedy; Faye Wooden who is well-known for her Appalachian folk tales; and many others.  

Parks and recreation facilities are dotted in 37 places all over Cobb County with amenities for tennis, soccer, baseball or softball, swimming, hockey, gymnastics, fitness centers and so much more.  Two regional Cobb County libraries facilitate the educational needs of local homeowners in Kennesaw Georgia.  If you love, not like, golf then The Marietta Country Club located in Kennesaw will be top on your list.  It is a full service private golf and country club where members can enjoy exceptional dining, social entertainment and recreational experiences.   The Metro Atlanta area has a large tennis community and to accommodate this Cobb County offers 6 tennis centers to entertain the biggest fan.   

The future of Kennesaw Georgia’s recreation and tourism industry gets brighter. In late 2004, the City acquired two properties for recreational purposes.  Swift-Cantrell Park, a 42-acre property will provide walking trails, playgrounds and more. The City also acquired Gilbert Botanical Gardens with 13 acres of gardens, a 1850s-era home, walking trails, sculpture gardens and plants from around the world. 

 Kennesaw Georgia is rich with things to do and places to see. Those that live here know this and might add to this list “people to see.”  Southern culture pulses through the people that live here and that proverbial southern hospitality is realized, awaiting the next home owner in Kennesaw. 

Attractions in Kennesaw and in Greater Metro Atlanta 

Biplane rides based out of McCollum Airport, Kennesaw, Georgia

North Georgia State Fair held at the Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta

Atlanta Sports Teams and Stadiums:

              Braves @ Turner Field

            Falcons @ Georgia Dome

            Hawks @ Philips Arena

            Thrashers @ Philips Arena 

Concerts and Music Venues:

All this and more awaits you in the City of Kennesaw, Cobb County and Greater Metro Atlanta!  Need some help deciding where to begin exploring housing opportunities in Kennesaw Georgia Real Estate? Call me directly at (678) 779-7702, or request a call back. I’d love to personally introduce you to the City of Kennesaw as your Kennesaw real estate agent!