Ansley Real Estate | Christie's International Real Estate · o. 770.284.9900 Wesley Harper, Associate Broker · c. 404.800.7653
Canton · Woodstock · Holly Springs · Ball Ground

New construction homes in Cherokee County, GA.

Room to grow along I-575, with lively downtowns in Woodstock and Canton.

The market

Buying and building in Cherokee County

Cherokee County offers more home and more land for the money than North Fulton, with I-575 and GA-20 connecting it to the rest of the region. Downtown Woodstock and downtown Canton have become destinations in their own right, and new communities have followed.

Buyers here can find everything from amenity-rich master-planned communities to quiet acreage near Ball Ground. Builders are active and incentives are common, so it pays to know what the community down the road is offering.

At a glance

  • County seat: Canton
  • Schools: Cherokee County School District
  • Commute: I-575 and GA-20; I-75 via Towne Lake and Acworth
  • Lifestyle: Downtown Woodstock, Etowah River, Lake Allatoona, Cherokee Veterans Park
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Cities and areas

Where new homes are being built in Cherokee County

Woodstock

A busy downtown with restaurants and a growing trail network, close to I-575 and Towne Lake.

Canton

The county seat on the Etowah River, with a historic downtown and new communities along I-575 and GA-20.

Holly Springs

Between Woodstock and Canton on I-575, with quick access to both downtowns.

Ball Ground

A small town in the north of the county, with quieter roads and more acreage.

10 communities

New home communities in Cherokee County

Advertised starting prices as of November 2026. Builders change pricing and incentives often, so confirm with Wesley before you visit. Compare with new home communities across North Atlanta.

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Aurora Ridge at Great Sky

Toll Brothers · Canton, Cherokee County

Cottage and Heritage collections inside the Great Sky master plan: 3–5 bedrooms.

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Governor's Preserve

Fischer Homes · Canton, Cherokee County

East Cherokee homes of about 2,200–4,100 sq ft. Final phase, with quick move-ins available.

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Bridgeview

O'Dwyer Homes · Canton, Cherokee County

A local builder's 3–5 bedroom homes.

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Havencroft

David Weekley Homes · Woodstock, Cherokee County

Four- and five-bedroom plans of about 3,000–3,500 sq ft. Final opportunities: a few quick move-in homes remain.

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Maple Grove at Towne Lake

David Weekley Homes · Woodstock, Cherokee County

A 55+ community in the Towne Lake area.

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Forrest Crossing Townhomes

Lennar · Woodstock, Cherokee County

Three- and four-bedroom townhomes in Woodstock.

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The Courtyards at Redbud Lane

Epcon Communities · Holly Springs, Cherokee County

Main-level living, 2–3 bedrooms.

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Stratford Hills

Taylor Morrison · Ball Ground, Cherokee County

Four- and five-bedroom homes in north Cherokee. Final opportunities.

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Bleckley Station

Pulte Homes · Ball Ground, Cherokee County

Three- to five-bedroom homes, about 2,200–3,700 sq ft.

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The Heritage at Farmer's Crossing

JW Collection · Ball Ground, Cherokee County

Boutique homes of about 2,800–3,500 sq ft.

Cherokee County FAQ

Questions about new construction in Cherokee County

Where is new construction concentrated in Cherokee County?

Along the I-575 corridor from Woodstock through Holly Springs to Canton, with additional communities along GA-20 and in the quieter north end of the county around Ball Ground.

Which school district serves new homes in Cherokee County?

The Cherokee County School District serves Canton, Woodstock, Holly Springs and Ball Ground. Attendance zones can change, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the district before you sign.

How do I compare builder incentives in Cherokee County?

Incentives vary by builder, community and even by home, and they change often. Compare the full value of each offer, whether it is a rate buydown, closing-cost credit, design-center credit or price reduction. Our guide to rate buydowns vs. price cuts walks through the math.

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