Nelson, GA Real Estate

Median Income $45,418

Median Age 40.76

Population 7,519

	Median Temperature
	January	HI 47°	LO 29°	July	HI 85°	LO 65°

	School Test Scores
	Elementary: Harmony Hill City Jasper Tate		Middle: Jasper Pickens County		High: Pickens
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Nelson is located primarily in Pickens County, though a small portion lies within Cherokee County. The city is accessible by Interstate 575, Georgia State Route 5 and Georgia State Route 515. Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is about an hour away.

Nelson's proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains makes it a tranquil place to call home. This small town haven is built on Southern traditions and good old fashioned values. The town is named for it's location near one of the largest marble veins in the world. Each October the area holds the Georgia Marble Festival which attracts residents and visitors alike to marvel at the area's coveted natural resource.

Nelson boasts beautiful scenery and homeowners in the area will enjoy spending time in the great outdoors. Nearby parks and facilities offer a host of activities for families to enjoy. Golfing, tennis, swimming, fishing and nature trails are abundant. Enjoy horseback riding with mountain views and take in some of the most beautiful scenery in the state. A ride on the interstate offers residents shopping, dining and area attractions in neighboring towns.

Students residing in Nelson will attend Pickens County Schools. Students in the area have scored above the national average on the SAT and the county is noted as launching the first Head Start program. Private schools are within driving distance and several colleges and universities are nearby. Appalachian Technical College in neighboring Jasper, offers eighteen diploma and technical certificate programs as part of its curriculum.

Upon entering the delightful town of Nelson, prospective buyers will be greeted by beautifully landscaped acreage. Charming country ranch homes are common to the area, many with ponds and boasting gorgeous scenic views. Historic homes built in the 19th century still exist in the area while newer homes are full of upgrades at unbelievable values. Nelson's cute country homes with a rustic feel start in the low $100s.

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