Chimney Lakes Community Guide

Chimney Lakes is a well-established and highly sought-after swim/tennis community located in Roswell, with a unique blend of suburban charm and strong connectivity to both East Cobb and the greater North Atlanta area.

Developed primarily between the 1980s and late 1990s, the neighborhood reflects the classic architecture and spacious layouts that define many of Roswell’s most desirable communities.

The subdivision consists of more than 380 single-family homes, typically featuring three to five bedrooms and ranging from approximately 2,400 to nearly 5,000 square feet.

 

Chimney Lakes site plan

 

A Strong Real Estate Market

Homes are generally traditional in style, often with brick exteriors, basements, and wooded or lake-adjacent lots. Pricing has steadily appreciated over time, with current values commonly ranging from the $700,000s to over $900,000, and some higher-end properties exceeding $1 million. This places Chimney Lakes among the more desirable and higher-value neighborhoods in the Roswell/East Cobb corridor.

Real estate trends in Chimney Lakes reflect strong demand, low inventory, and high owner occupancy, making it a stable and competitive market for buyers.

Top-Rated Schools

The neighborhood appeals to families seeking top-rated schools, including Shallowford Falls Elementary, Simpson Middle, and Lassiter High School—widely regarded among the best in Cobb County.

Amenities are a major highlight of the community.

Residents enjoy an active lifestyle centered around an Olympic-size pool with a competitive swim team, multiple tennis courts, basketball and volleyball courts, and a clubhouse that hosts neighborhood events. Two scenic lakes, walking trails, playgrounds, and green spaces create a strong sense of community and outdoor appeal.

Near to Everything

Chimney Lakes is ideally situated near shopping and dining along Johnson Ferry Road and nearby East Cobb retail corridors, with easy access to Historic Downtown Roswell for boutique shopping, local restaurants, and community events. Outdoor enthusiasts benefit from proximity to the Chattahoochee River and parks such as Riverside Park, offering trails, kayaking, and recreation.

The location also provides convenient access to Atlanta via major thoroughfares like Johnson Ferry Road and nearby GA-400, making it feasible to reach professional sports venues including Truist Park and Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Overall, Chimney Lakes offers a balanced lifestyle with strong schools, resort-style amenities, and a prime location—making it one of the most attractive established neighborhoods in the Roswell market.

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Chimney Lakes Homes for Sale

$875,000
6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7840346 MLS
Stunning full renovation in one of Roswell's most desirable locations. Step inside to white oak hardwoods and a dedicated office just off the foyer. To the right, the open-concept living room flows seamlessly into the all-new chef's kitchen — high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, generous countertops, and a walk-in pantry with storage most homes only wish for. A separate dining room sits privately at the rear of the main level, with a full guest bath completing the floor. Just off the kitchen, a sunroom opens to the newly landscaped backyard: the perfect spot for game days and easy entertaining. Upstairs, white oak floors continue to four bedrooms and two baths, including an owner's retreat with an oversized walk-in tile shower and custom closet system. The finished terrace level adds a bedroom, full bath, and multiple living and recreation spaces.

3442 Johnson Ferry Ne Road, Roswell
$850,000
6 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7806331 MLS
NEW PRICE! Rare Lakefront Opportunity in Chimney Lakes. Lake lot. Cul-de-sac. Privacy. Chimney Lakes. One of the larger traditional floor plans in the neighborhood. Rare opportunity to own a spacious lake-lot home in highly desirable Chimney Lakes, one of East Cobb’s most established swim/tennis/lake communities. Tucked away on a private cul-de-sac, this home offers a wooded setting, close-up views of Mitchell Lake, and abundant lake views from multiple levels of the home. Even in full summer foliage, the lake setting remains one of the defining features of the property. The expanded custom kitchen is a major standout and truly functions as the heart of the home. The home was bumped out to create an impressive kitchen and gathering space with an oversized island, extensive cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances, skylights, abundant windows, a large casual dining area, a butler’s/service pantry, and a built-in beverage bar with glass-front display cabinetry, serving space, and beverage refrigeration. This is a serious kitchen for everyday living, holidays, entertaining, and large gatherings. The main level also features a welcoming foyer, formal dining room, formal living room, family room, powder room, hardwood floors, and multiple access points to the outdoor living areas. The kitchen and main living areas flow together well, giving the home a much more open and functional feel than many traditional homes in the neighborhood. With 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and finished space across three levels, the home offers exceptional flexibility. Upstairs includes 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, including a spacious primary suite. The finished terrace level adds a bedroom, full bath, rec room, den, exercise/flex room, wet bar, storage, and exterior access — ideal for guests, hobbies, media, work-from-home space, or multi-generational living. Outdoor living is another major part of the appeal, with a screened porch, open decks, covered patio, stone patio, wooded backyard, and a peaceful lake backdrop. The property combines the privacy of a mature East Cobb lot with the rare lifestyle benefit of being directly on the lake. Chimney Lakes offers a strong neighborhood feel with lakes, clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, playgrounds, and walking-friendly streets. Served by top East Cobb schools: Shallowford Falls Elementary, Simpson Middle, and Lassiter High. A rare combination of lake setting, privacy, cul-de-sac location, oversized kitchen, large floor plan, finished terrace level, and one of East Cobb’s most desirable neighborhoods.

3344 Weathertop Way, Roswell
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