Leesburg, Georgia: Leesburg is a swiftly growing community in progressive Lee County, GA. Situated 140 miles south of Atlanta, Leesburg epitomizes small town America life, with a friendly population of 3,601 on its 4.8 square miles of South Georgia landscape. Many people are relocating to Lee County enclaves from neighboring communities like Albany, just 10 miles south, for the improved quality of life afforded by the town's quality school district, better economy and lower crime rate. Real estate options consist of single-family detached homes, condominiums, large acreage estates, and apartments. Leesburg has two K-5 elementary schools, a middle school, a high school and one K-12 Transitional Learning Center. Darton Community College and Albany State University are also just minutes away in Albany. Georgia Southwestern College is also less than 30 miles north of Lee County in Americus. Leesburg is popular with outdoors enthusiasts where golfing, cycling, fishing, canoeing, boating, and hunting are popular pastimes. There are also a growing number of shopping centers, restaurants, golf courses, theaters and public parks. Seasonal fairs and festivals keep the community close, as well as free classes, readings and children’s programs offered by the local library. Youth sporting events, especially baseball, are as warm and boisterous as any party. The “nightlife” here consists of a shared pitcher of sweet tea between neighbors while the children play in the dusk.
Iris Cobb
: Iris has been serving the real estate needs of clients throughout Lee County, Georgia since 2003. Her intimate knowledge of the local housing market comes from her more than 25 years of residence in the area. She is active in the local community and is an excellent source of information for her clients in terms of not only identifying the best home to suit their budget, but in locating the ideal home in the neighborhood that satisfies each client’s needs. Iris is a designated relocation specialist and a Seller Representative Specialist (SRS), and has been a member of the Million Dollar Club for the past three years. Constantly improving her skills through continuing real estate classes, she works hard to be an informed agent. She works with first-time homebuyers as well as many retirees, relocating military families and working professionals who are being transferred to the area for employment. While clients admire her friendly, personable demeanor, they truly appreciate her professionalism when it comes to identifying valuable real estate opportunities and then negotiating on their behalf. Currently, Iris serves on the local REALTOR® Grievance Committee, and has been involved with the Albany Board of REALTORS® serving as Chairman of the Community Services Committee, which has also been actively involved with Habitat for Humanity and the American Red Cross Blood Drives, school partnerships, and a number of community activities. Iris’ sound business practices ensure the highest quality of customer satisfaction while also delivering bottom-line results. Call Iris today and experience “Service…Southern Style!”
If you are ready to purchase a new home and want a private consultation, or are interested in selling your existing home, please call Iris today at 229-347-8800 or e-mail at: iriscobb@gmail.com.
Price Range of Leesburg, GA Houses
A steady influx of new residents in Leesburg, Georgia assures continued improvements to both business and residential life in this South Georgia community. Real estate prices are still very reasonable and run the gamut from apartments to farms, to assure there is something for every budget and lifestyle. Most homes for sale in Leesburg are single-family detached homes, usually on spacious lots. The median price appears to be around $175,000, with plenty of options on either side of that amount. For just $98,000 you can get a three-bedroom starter home on a private wooded property. Horse properties with three family homes, two custom barns, a pond, baseball field and rolling pastures can run for $2.2 million. More common are family homes on large lots with three or four bedrooms ranging from about $125,000 to $550,000. You can get a gorgeous Spanish mission-style home on 5.8 acres for $879,000. $399,000 buys a six-bedroom home with an in-ground pool. If you are thinking of buying or selling your home, just fill out the FREE REAL ESTATE INFORMATION REQUEST FORM. Then, top real estate agent Iris Cobb will provide you with any information or assistance with your home. All contents on this and related web sites are provided by Iris Cobb, the home and property specialist, specializing in Leesburg real estate and home values in Lee County, Georgia.