Get Back-to-School Ready with Peggy Slappey Properties
Posted by Blog Admin on Thursday, July 23rd, 2026 at 1:52pm.
At Peggy Slappey Properties, we love the communities we serve. We live, work, and go to school along with our clients and customers across Metro Atlanta and into Northeast Georgia. Get ready with us as we gear up for another school year!
We’ve put together a quick guide with handy links to local school calendars as well as our new home communities where move-in ready homes are available today. If you’ve been thinking of making a move, it’s still a great time for it in Metro Atlanta. Drop the kids off at school and spend a morning browsing the new home communities near you!
Gwinnett County
The first day back for all Gwinnett County Public Schools is August 5th, 2026. See the calendar HERE. Tour PSP new home communities in Gwinnett below!
Fern Parc: This gated townhome community in Norcross features homes with up to 5 bedrooms, priced from the low $400’s. Close to every local amenity, including restaurants, shopping centers, medical offices, and schools!
Hosch Reserve: This Buford community boasts resort-style amenities and homes with elevated interiors starting from the low $700’s. It’s inside the popular Seckinger High School District, Gwinnett’s first AI-focused high school.
Peachtree Glen: Located in Lawrenceville, this community brings beautiful new homes with easy access to restaurants, shopping, and schools. Freeman’s Mill Elementary is just across the street, and there is currently a school supply drive ongoing. Drop off your donation at our model home at Peachtree Glen! Prices start from the $700’s.
Jackson County
Jackson County Schools start the 2026-2027 school year on Thursday, July 30th. Get the full school calendar HERE, and tour our Jackson County communities below.
Laurel Park: These high-end townhomes offer all the best of Downtown Braselton living, starting from the $500’s. Walk to your favorite restaurants, boutique shops, and enjoy concerts on the Braselton Town Green.
Steeplechase: This gated, sidewalk-lined community in the heart of Hoschton, GA, offers a great blend of modern amenities and small-town charm. Enjoy spacious floorplans, designer kitchens and baths, covered back porches, and a community clubhouse and swimming pool. These single-family homes start from the low $700’s.
Traditions of Braselton: This well-established community in Jefferson offers resort-style amenities and access to the Traditions Golf Course and Club in your own backyard. It’s just minutes from Jackson County’s newest high school! Homes here start from the high $400’s, with just a few opportunities remaining.
Barrow County
Kids in Barrow County Schools will start the new school year on Friday, July 31st, 2026. For the full Barrow County Schools calendar, click HERE, and check out these great PSP communities in Barrow County below.
Apalachee Overlook: These new townhomes in Winder are filled with high-end finishes that are considered “upgrades” with other builders! You’ll be impressed with the attention to detail and craftsmanship in these homes, which have up to four bedrooms. Prices start from the high $300’s.
Madison Oaks: This new home community in the heart of Statham offers peaceful, estate-style living with modern ranch floorplans. These homes leave no wasted space, but instead make smart use of every inch, allowing you to live larger! From the $500’s.
River Meadows: Designed for those who value space, style, and everyday comfort, this community is situated in the heart of Bethlehem, GA, and features 40 large homesites with beautifully detailed Craftsman-style ranch plans. Prices start from the $500’s.
Fulton County
Families in Fulton County School Districts will be back in class full time on Monday, August 3rd, 2026. Check out the system’s full calendar for important dates HERE, and visit our Roswell community below to see the FINAL new home available!
Cottages at Horseshoe Bend: Just one new home remains in this gorgeous Roswell community, now priced at $799,900! Close to great dining and shopping options, as well as golf at the Horseshoe Bend Country Club – this community seamlessly blends scenic living and convenience with luxury, low-maintenance home features.
Walton County
Walton County Schools start the new school year on Monday, August 3rd, 2026. See the full calendar HERE and be sure to stop by an incredible PSP community in Walton County soon to find your next new home!
Arrington Woods: These luxury homes in Monroe are situated on 1-3 acres, with prices starting from the mid $500’s, filled with luxury design details.
Bradley Gin: Limited new homes remain at this gated community in Monroe, featuring estate-sized lots and modern, thoughtful design. Prices start from the $500’s.
Old Town Estates: These homes feature large kitchens, open layouts, and two- to four-acre homesites so you can build your backyard oasis in charming Monroe, GA. Prices start from the low $700’s.
Habersham County
Habersham County Schools start the new school year on Friday, August 7th, 2026. Visit the school system online for the year’s calendar with all the important dates HERE. Stop by and see us at the community below, where more new homes are coming soon!
The Orchard: This stunning, gated golf course community in Clarkesville, GA, brings together breathtaking mountain views and resort-style amenities, including access to a championship golf course. These beautifully designed homes are filled with designer features, with prices starting from the high $600’s.
Hart County
The Hart County Charter System begins the new school year on Monday, August 3rd, 2026. Get the full calendar HERE, and check out the value-priced townhomes at Cedar Creek Crossing below.
Cedar Creek Crossing: Single-Family Homes just ONE mile from Lake Hartwell, starting from the low $300’s.
Hall County
The Hall County School System will be back in class on Friday, August 7th, 2026. Parents, find the full school calendar HERE. Check out the new homes available now, so close to Lake Lanier in Flowery Branch!
Mulberry Summit: Located in Flowery Branch just minutes from Lake Lanier, these modern two-story homes have up to 5 bedrooms, with open-concept layouts perfect for families of all sizes. From the $400’s.
Oglethorpe County
Oglethorpe County Schools start the new school year on Friday, August 7th, 2026. You can find the full 2026-2027 calendar HERE. Check out the new homes available today in Crawford!
The Pines at Grove Creek: Tucked away on the edge of Oglethorpe County in Crawford, this community features well-appointed 3-5 bedroom/2.5-4 bath homes with modern, popular features just steps away from Oglethorpe County Recreation Department Park. Prices start from the $300’s.
Dawson County
For families in Dawson County, the first day of school is Tuesday, August 4th, 2026. Parents, find the full year’s calendar HERE. Visit PSP in Dawsonville this week to see incredible new townhomes.
Village at Maple Street: Live the low-maintenance lifestyle at this boutique community of just 31 townhomes, created for those who crave comfort, connection, and a simpler way of living. Prices for this Dawsonville community start from the $320’s.
Franklin County
Thursday, July 30th, 2026 is the first day of school for families in the Franklin County School District. For quick access to the full school calendar, click HERE. Be sure to visit the community below for value-priced, well-designed new townhomes with move-in ready options available today.
Wrights Creek: New 3-bedroom townhomes in the heart of Lavonia, GA, beautifully finished and starting from the mid $200’s. Phase two is now under construction and pre-selling!
Contact Peggy Slappey Properties
If you’ve been thinking about a new home this summer, we hope you’ll visit one of these exciting communities. There are move-in ready options available at every price point, with options close to Atlanta or further into Northeast Georgia. PSP works with the very best local builders, and we’re committed to bringing the best service to the communities we serve. We know this new school year will be the best yet! For more information about any PSP new home community, please call 770-271-5555 or visit www.psponline.com.
Peggy Slappey Properties, Inc. is a Metro Atlanta real estate brokerage celebrating over 40 years in business. From new home construction to resales and so much more, we are Georgia’s most service-centric real estate company. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those we encounter, one story at a time. To see our current listings, visit www.psponline.com and call us for expert advice at 770-271-5555. Keep up to date with the latest PSP events and offers by checking in on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
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July 23, 2026