Lee -

I'd consider jumping the border into Fulton County, the schools rank higher and that tends to drive the bus on value retention and market appeal. You might also consider the West/South Forsyth market as well - probably on par with Cherokee schools.

Price-wise you'll likely find better pricing in Cherokee but again, that's driven by the market and the opinion of the buyers when the entire picture is considered. I say this with 15+- years of appraisal/brokerage experience in these areas, I've appraised several of those larger equestrian estates as well as homes on acreage all over the northern arc; data is data and it shows the East Cherokee area is off more than the others. There are plenty of trails in and around ECherokee/NWFulton/SWForsyth so that's not going to be a problem.

Just food for thought -

Hank Miller, SRA, ABR
Associate Broker & Certified Appraiser
Prudential GA Realty
678-428-8276

Garrison Farms is an equestrian community in Cherokee with 5+ acre lots and 25 acres of riding trails. It is in a great school district with all newer schools - Avery, Creekland and Creekview. I have a listing there at 936 Garrison Trail for $639,900 with 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, a barn, paddocks, pasture, woods, creek, and indoor pool. It has 6+ acres, joining riding trails so you feel like you have a lot more land. You can see photos at http://www.beckysrealestate.com/3900899.

Good morning, Lee. I have located several properties in a wide price range that meet your criteria. If you will send me your email address, I will forward you the buyer's reports. Good Luck!

Michael Hammond
SellsRealty@gmail.com
404-538-5499