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Cumming, Georgia is a small city located in Forsyth County, just north of Atlanta. It has a population of around 6,000 people and is known for its tight-knit community and beautiful natural surroundings. Many people are drawn to Cumming for its affordable housing, good schools, and friendly atmosphere. However, there are also some drawbacks to living in this particular place, as seen in the user reviews on BestPlaces.net.
According to user "Jesse" on BestPlaces.net, Cumming is a "great little town with a lot of charm and character." They appreciate the small-town feel and the sense of community among residents. However, they also mention that the traffic can be an issue, stating "the traffic can get pretty heavy during rush hour on the main roads."
Another review by "Sarah" praises the schools in Cumming, stating that they are "top-notch" and provide a "great education for children." However, they also mention that the cost of living in the area has gone up in recent years, making it less affordable for some families.
On the other hand, user "John" has a different perspective on living in Cumming. They mention that there is a lack of diversity in the area, stating that it is "a very conservative town with little diversity." They also mention issues with the local government and their handling of certain situations.
Lastly, user "Lindsey" mentions the natural beauty of Cumming, stating that "the nearby lake and parks make it a great place for outdoor activities." However, they also mention that there is not much to do in terms of entertainment and nightlife, with limited options for dining and shopping.
Overall, there are mixed reviews about living in Cumming, Georgia. While many appreciate the small-town feel and good schools, others mention issues with traffic, diversity, and entertainment options. It is important for potential residents to consider these factors when deciding if Cumming is the right place for them to live.
based on 9 ReviewsGet to know Cumming with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Cumming
Uncomfortable summer weather and horrible commutes - 8/23/2019
My family moved to the Polo Fields in Cumming in 1999 on a job transfer and moved out of the area to return to WI in 2013. I commuted to Alpharetta, about 12 miles south for six years, then retiring in 2006. The homes in Forsyth county generally look great, but construction quality is generally not very good, with inadequate insulation, cheap windows and doors and overall inferior workmanship. Our heating and AC bills were frighteningly high compared to a comparably-sized home in, WI, the state we moved from. Property and income taxes are low in Forsyth County and so is the crime rate. The roads are congested with traffic, often with no viable alternate route if there is an accident. Too often, if an accident happened during afternoon commutes, it would take 90 minutes or more to drive home from work. The public schools are those of Forsyth County, quite good considering the low property taxes. The area has good recreational opportunities in the nearby GA mountain for biking
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relocating - 1/5/2016
I am thinking of moving to georgia,cumming from phila.I wanted to know about the jobs.I am a cna.also housing and good
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Transplant to N GA - 7/7/2013
We moved to Cumming, GA in 2012. It's growing rapidly and has a number of housing options for families of all sizes. Cost of living here is higher than the national average but lower than many major cities in the US. We found that housing costs are not necessarily lower but that you get a lot more house for the same money as other areas. There are some great neighborhoods to choose from here and Atlanta is only about 35 miles away. Water and Natural Gas cost more here for some reason. And, it will cost as much to heat your house in the South as it does up North because .... the builders don't insulate as well down here and basements are not common. Property taxes are lower here than other comparable areas and sales tax varies by county. Overall, if you compare costs for housing and large ticket items ... Cumming is comparable to most places and provides good access to a major SE
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Quality of Life - 9/1/2011
Cumming is a nice place to live. It has quiet rural areas, and very nice subdivision areas. Shopping is close and
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Property Taxes - 11/24/2010
We moved to Georgia from Texas, and even though we love Texas, what we really like about Georgia is that the property taxes are half of what we were paying before. The purchase cost of the homes in both states were very similar so the low property taxes are just icing on the cake.
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Recent Rains - 9/30/2009
Cumming, GA has just gotten over a very rough two weeks with torrential rainfall which has caused widespread
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South Forsyth - 7/30/2009
Cumming is great city on the south end of Forsyth county. Its low property tax and accessibility alpheratta & Atlanta makes it a great place for young families to
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Great Quality of Life - 4/24/2008
Moved here four years ago from the DC rat race and have never regretted it! Housing is great, beautiful weather, friendly people and great school-South Forsyth High School's average SAT scores were well above majority of DC area schools (funny considering this is one of the misrepresentations you here about both Virginia and Georgia schools). No wonder the people down here look better-they have a much better quality of life than in
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Nice place to live - 7/26/2006
Cumming is a nice place to live however county commissioners need to slow growth...otherwise people will be moving
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