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So, what do they look for when scoping out the ideal suburbs to grow roots?

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Here are a few places where middle-class millennials canget the most bang for their buck.

Sandy Springs is around 40 minutes from Atlanta, and like neighboring Marietta, its nice but expensive.

The average home value in Sandy Springs is in the high $600,000s.

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In Marietta, its approaching $500,000.

Areas like Decatur give you the best of both worlds, Boonzaayer said.

Theyre more affordable than Atlanta itself, but still close enough to enjoy city life.

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Decatur is particularly cool.

The average home value in Atlanta-adjacent Decatur is still under $300,000 albeit only by a few bucks.

Areas like Union Square in Lakewood still sell in the low $300,000s.

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Momentum is now shifting back to the suburbs.

Several areas of Eagan are still available in the $300,000s.

If they find Columbus is running out of room three years later, millennials should consider a nearby suburb.

Bexley is an amazing place to start a family because housing is affordable for most millennials.

At around $220,000, Woodland Park isnt far behind.

Driving Park and Shepard are still available in the $100,000s.

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