Woodstock, Georgia
What It Is Like to Retire in Woodstock
Woodstock, a town of 14,000, is conveniently located in the northern suburbs of Atlanta, Ga. It is 35 minutes to downtown, 1 hour to the mountains. With the international airport only 45 minutes away, the world is at your doorstep. Atlanta's mild temperatures make it a desirable place to live.
Where to Retire in Woodstock and Home Prices
There are active adult communities in Woodstock (see link at top left).
Zillow reports that the median home value in late 2021 was $358,903.
What Is Special about Woodstock
A citizens group has formed The Greenprints Project that hopes to construct trails along the city's natural area for bikers and walkers.
What Is Not Special about Woodstock
Summers can be hot and humid.
Who Will Like Retirement in Woodstock
People who want to be close, but not too close, to Atlanta might like it here.
Local Economy Is Driven by
Many of the people who live in Woodstock commute elsewhere in the Atlanta Metro.
Climate and Physical Environment
The average July high temperature is 89 and the average January low is 30. The wettest month is March (5.5")
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
The city Parks and Recreation Department hosts various special events year round, from concerts in the park to festivals and parades.
Crime
Crime in Woodstock is about three quarters of the national average.
Medical facilities
Top medical facilities are located both in Woodstock, in nearby Canton and Marietta, and also 35 minutes away in Atlanta.
Transportation
Atlanta is the nearest large airport, which is about 40 miles away.
Valuable Links
Georgia retirement community guideWikipedia entry for WoodstockCity of Woodstock
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