Peachtree Corners — The Smart City Next Door

Peachtree Corners is one of the more under-the-radar communities we work in and that's part of its charm. With about 45,000 residents, it's big enough to have everything you need but small enough to feel like a real community. The standout here is innovation: Peachtree Corners is home to Curiosity Lab, a 500-acre smart city living lab where companies like Georgia Tech, T-Mobile, and NVIDIA test autonomous vehicles and connected infrastructure on actual city streets. It's genuinely futuristic, and it brings strong employers and energy to the area. The Town Center is a great gathering spot with restaurants, a farmers market, and community events year-round. Gwinnett County schools serve this area, with solid options across elementary through high school. Home ownership is high most residents are owners, not renters and median home prices tend to run more affordable than Johns Creek or Alpharetta, giving families more room for their budget. We recommend Peachtree Corners for buyers who want a well-connected, forward-thinking community without the premium price tag.