Conveniently located between the cities of Atlanta and Athens, home of the University of Georgia, Walton County offers its residents a slow paced, small town environment. The county is noted for its thriving business districts, affordable housing, and lack of urban congestion. U.S. Highways 316 and 78 provide residents easy access to Atlanta, Athens, and beyond.

Residents from other suburban counties have been moving to Walton in recent years, drawn by reasonable home prices and rural charm. Thanks to local societies, many of Walton's historic homes have been carefully preserved in the charming small cities of Monroe, Loganville, and Social Circle. Housing opportunities include everything from starter homes to estate homes on acreage, older homes to brand new homes. Walton County cities include Loganville, Monroe, and Social Circle, as well as several tiny communities including Jersey, Walnut Grove, Between, and Good Hope.