Serenbe is America's most celebrated biophilic community — a place where 70% of the land is permanently preserved, homes cluster in walkable English-village-style hamlets, and an organic farm, 20+ miles of private trails, and world-class arts programming are woven into everyday life. Located 35 miles southwest of Atlanta in Chattahoochee Hills, Serenbe has been home to over 1,000 residents since its first house was built in 2004 — and is now entering its most ambitious phase yet, with a $1.7 billion expansion planned through 2035.
Serenbe was founded in 2004 by Steve Nygren and Marie Lupo Nygren — Atlanta restaurateurs who discovered the Chattahoochee Hill Country in 1991 and spent the next decade protecting it from conventional suburban development. Their vision: a community built on biophilic design principles, where nature is not a backdrop but the organizing force of daily life. Twenty years later, Serenbe has won the Urban Land Institute Inaugural Sustainability Award, the Atlanta Regional Commission Development of Excellence, EarthCraft Development of the Year, and the 2025 Masterplan of the Year from Zonda and Builder Magazine. It is the only community of its kind in the Southeast.
Serenbe's pricing reflects its premium positioning as a one-of-a-kind community with strict architectural standards, preserved land, and a curated lifestyle. New construction and resale homes are available across six hamlets, each with its own character and price range. Here are the current market benchmarks as of 2026:
Serenbe's design is rooted in biophilia — the innate human instinct to connect with nature and other living beings. Every element of the community is organized around this principle: homes cluster in dense, walkable hamlets so that 70% of the land can remain wild; streets are serpentine, following the natural contours of the land; porches face the street to encourage connection; and central post boxes create daily gathering moments. The result is a community where residents report dramatically lower stress, stronger social bonds, and a quality of life that is simply not available in conventional suburban development.
Serenbe is ideal for buyers who want a fundamentally different relationship with nature, community, and daily life — artists, writers, wellness-focused professionals, remote workers, and families who prioritize environment and community over commute time. It is also a strong choice for buyers seeking a legacy property with long-term appreciation potential in a nationally recognized, award-winning community. If you're exploring new construction in Serenbe, Israel Nelson understands the community's hamlets, architectural standards, HOA structure, and the $1.7 billion expansion roadmap — and can represent you at no additional cost, because the builder pays the buyer's agent commission.
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Serenbe is an award-winning biophilic community in Chattahoochee Hills, GA (Fulton and Coweta counties), located 35 miles southwest of Atlanta. Founded in 2004 by Steve and Marie Nygren, it is built on the principle that 70% of all land should be permanently preserved as forests, meadows, and wetlands, with homes clustered in walkable English-village-style hamlets. It is home to over 1,000 residents and has won numerous national awards, including the 2025 Masterplan of the Year.
New construction and resale homes in Serenbe range from approximately $639K for entry-level cottages and townhomes to $3.25M+ for larger single-family homes. The median sale price in Chattahoochee Hills is approximately $856K as of 2026. Serenbe Real Estate lists 68 active properties across six hamlets as of April 2026. Israel Nelson can provide current availability and pricing across all Serenbe home types.
Serenbe currently has six hamlets: Selborne (the original hamlet, focused on arts and commerce), Grange (adjacent to the organic farm), Mado (wellness-focused, with medicinal gardens and the Swim Club), Overlook (Cedar Creek views, between Mado and Spela), Lupo Loop (newer single-family homes), and Spela (the newest hamlet, opened 2025, centered on a 4-acre park with forest trails). Each hamlet has its own architectural character, price range, and community focus.
Serenbe's developer, Serenbe CH Properties LLC, has filed plans for a $1.7 billion expansion spanning 1,532 acres that would nearly triple the community's housing by 2035. The expansion includes 1,700 new residential units, 235,000 sq ft of commercial space, 75,000 sq ft of civic spaces, 180 hotel rooms, and a two-building school for 450 students. The first phase includes an aging-in-place campus and a 110-room hotel, with JLL engaged to secure financing.
Serenbe has a private K–12 school — Chattahoochee Hill Country School — located within the community. For public school options, Serenbe is located in Fulton County (western portion) and Coweta County (eastern portion), with access to both county school systems. Israel Nelson can confirm the exact school zone for any specific homesite in Serenbe.
Yes — and it costs you nothing extra. Serenbe Real Estate's on-site agents represent the community's interests, not yours. Israel Nelson represents buyers in Serenbe at no additional cost, because the seller pays the buyer's agent commission. Having an experienced agent ensures you understand the community's HOA structure, architectural standards, hamlet differences, and the long-term implications of the $1.7 billion expansion on your investment.
Israel Nelson is a RamseyTrusted® Realtor with The Nelson Group at Drake Realty of Greater Atlanta, serving Peachtree City, Newnan, Fayette County, Coweta County, and Metro Atlanta. He helps buyers and sellers protect their money through strategic pricing, premium marketing, and expert negotiation.