Lagrange

Life in LaGrange offers a mix of southern charm, community atmosphere, and growing economic opportunities. Located in west-central Georgia along Interstates 85 and 185, LaGrange is just an hour southwest of Atlanta and 90 minutes from Montgomery—offering easy access to big-city amenities while maintaining its own distinctive identity. The city’s name was inspired by the French estate of General Marquis de Lafayette, who passed through the region in 1825 and noted its resemblance to his home in France—a touch of European elegance still felt today in its architecture and welcoming spirit.

Residents enjoy community traditions like the annual Christmas parade and live music at Sweetland Amphitheatre, as well as access to boutique shops, diverse dining, and outdoor destinations like West Point Lake and the Hills & Dales Estate. As the home of LaGrange College, Georgia’s oldest private college, the city also values education, the arts, and history—with a beautifully preserved downtown, multiple museums, and rich Civil War and textile-era legacies. Whether you’re seeking a welcoming community with deep roots, opportunities for growth, and a lifestyle that blends tradition with innovation, LaGrange invites you to make its story a part of your own.