Ellerslie, GA

Tucked into southern Harris County, Ellerslie is a quiet community that offers a peaceful rural feel just minutes northeast of Columbus. With around a thousand residents, the area centers around a familiar country crossroads, where wooded lots and spacious subdivisions branch off into the rolling hills. For anyone commuting into Columbus for work, it provides a relaxed home base with plenty of room to spread out.

The area has roots stretching back to the 1820s, originally named after a character in Sir Walter Scott’s novels, and it has kept its unhurried pace ever since. Families are often drawn here by the respected Harris County school system and the safe, close-knit neighborhood feel. Living here gives you starry nights and a classic small-town atmosphere while keeping city conveniences an easy drive away.