Douglasville

About Douglasville

Douglasville is a small but growing city in Douglas County, Georgia. You can take advantage of easy access to nearby Atlanta with a convenient network of highways, making commuting for work or play simple and quick. The city's tight-knit community is exemplified in its holiday events, youth sports teams and block parties, all of which make Douglasville a prime home base for families.

Things to Do in Douglasville

Atlanta may be just a short drive away, but there's plenty of things to do and see within Douglasville's city limits. From arts and culture to parks and recreation, Douglasville is a small town that can hold its own against nearby big cities.

Douglasville's Central Business District is a designated historic district, recognized for its preservation of the town's identity as a turn-of-the-century railroad town. Most of the low-rise brick buildings were built in the late 19th and early 20th-centuries, featuring a range of architectural styles including Victorian, Queen Anne and Romanesque. O'Neal Plaza sits at the center of town, hosting many of the city's special events and local performances.

Just south of downtown, the Douglas County Cultural Arts Center offers a number of different arts programs, including visual and performing arts for children and adults. You can also attend a local performance at the center or browse a local artist's exhibition. During the spring and summer the nearby courthouse is the site of the weekly Douglasville Farmers and Artisans Market. Or if retail shopping is what you're interested in, you can take advantage of nearly 100 different shops at the city's Arbor Place Mall.

Jobs in Douglasville

Many Douglasville residents commute to Atlanta for work, but there are some job options to choose from if you'd rather stay close to home. Many of the city's jobs are in the retail and food service industries, particularly focused around Arbor Place Mall, the downtown district and the Fairburn Road area. The city has grown increasingly popular as a shoot location for movies and television, which can be a source of temporary work.

If you're going to need a job in Douglasville, your best place to start is at one of the city's major employers. Many of its largest employers are retail businesses, like Walmart, The Home Depot, Kroger and Sam's Club. However, there are also other options, such as the American Red Cross and Medline.

Douglasville Schools

The Douglas County School System oversees the public schools in Douglasville, ranging from elementary to high school campuses. There are several private schools in the city, providing public school alternatives that include Montessori, secular and parochial schools.

Georgia Highlands College has a small campus in Douglasville, and Mercer University, Strayer University and West Georgia Technical College are located in nearby communities.

Resources for Moving to Douglasville

Here's some handy information for organizing your move to Douglasville:

• Utilities: The Douglasville-Douglas County Water and Sewer Authority manages residential water and sewer services. The city's major energy providers are Georgia Power and GreyStone Power.
• Garbage and Recycling: Your trash will be collected on a regular basis in most residential areas of Douglasville. You have the option of two different disposal can sizes (at varying fees), depending on your specific needs.
• Transportation: The main public transportation connection between Douglasville and its surrounding cities is via the MARTA transit system.

Douglasville Housing

Despite its proximity to the major city of Atlanta, Douglasville has maintained a very affordable housing market. As the city gains increasing attention for its budget-friendly lifestyle and plentiful amenities, prices are on the rise, which is good news if you're hoping to make a long-term investment. You can also consider apartments, town-homes and senior housing to find something that fits your needs.