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Gainesville, GA 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Gainesville
Gainesville is a popular suburb of Atlanta in Northern Georgia. This affordable city is located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and borders a popular lake, giving…
Gainesville is a popular suburb of Atlanta in Northern Georgia. This affordable city is located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and borders a popular lake, giving residents plenty of outdoor recreation. Additionally, its quaint downtown provides homeowners in Gainesville 55+ communities with shops, breweries, museums, and a weekly farmers market.
Climate and Geography
The region has a humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid while winters are generally mild, although winter temperatures can vary greatly. Residents of Gainesville can expect to see more rain than the national average and about 200 sunny days a year.
Gainesville is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has a hilly, heavily wooded terrain. The city is along the shore of Lake Lanier.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Gainesville has plenty of exciting options for outdoor recreation. Popular spots include Lake Lanier, Don Carter State Park, Elachee Nature Science Center and River Forks Park. Homeowners can swim, hike, boat, and camp at these popular destinations.
In the city, there are a number of museums and galleries for residents to explore, including the Francis Meadows Aquatic Center and Quinlan Visual Arts Center. Downtown, there are local eateries, boutiques, a weekly farmers market, and breweries.
The excitement and attractions of Atlanta are also just over an hour away.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Gainesville is lower than the national and state averages. Housing costs are below average, followed by transportation, utility, and grocery costs.
Georgia is one of the most tax-friendly states for retirees. The state does not tax Social Security benefits, and residents over 62 are eligible for substantial deductions on all other forms of retirement income. The sales tax in the city is 7 percent, which is average for the U.S., and the state allows for local taxation of groceries. Property taxes are low, and retirees over 65 may qualify for a double homestead exemption.
Health Care
Gainesville 55+ communities are part of the Atlanta metro area which ranks in the top 60 communities on Gallup's Well-Being Index.
Gainesville is home to Northeast Georgia Medical Center, which is rated high performing in eight procedures and conditions by U.S News. In addition, Northside Hospital-Forsyth in Cumming is rated high performing in 5 procedures and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Gainesville, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Gainesville has 116 homes, the largest has 934 homes, and the average communities consists of 358 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Gainesville. The most recent communities started in Gainesville include Lake Society on Lake Lanier, The Court at Gainesville Township, The Everly. There are also 3 communities in Gainesville that offer new construction homes, including Lake Society on Lake Lanier, The Everly, The Court at Gainesville Township.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Gainesville. Approximately 40.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Cresswind at Lake Lanier is a gated communities with 934 homes, and Stephens Point is another gated communities with 174 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Gainesville stay on the market for around 88 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $627,551, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Lake Society on Lake Lanier average around $801,275, while homes in Stephens Point average around $572,637.
137 communities near Gainesville
627 homes near Gainesville
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,600 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,775 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,124 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|3,529 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,051 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|3,529 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,124 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,009 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,009 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,051 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,388 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,360 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,289 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,915 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,548 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,809 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,965 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,595 sq ft
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4 beds
|5 baths
|4,519 sq ft
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5 beds
|5 baths
|3,623 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,923 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,375 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,470 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,743 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|2 baths
|1,322 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,590 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,516 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,314 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,695 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|3 baths
|Townhouse
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,749 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,249 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,030 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,586 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,326 sq ft
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3 beds
|4 baths
|3,121 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,405 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Gainesville, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Gainesville has 116 homes, the largest has 934 homes, and the average communities consists of 358 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Gainesville. The most recent communities started in Gainesville include Lake Society on Lake Lanier, The Court at Gainesville Township, The Everly. There are also 3 communities in Gainesville that offer new construction homes, including Lake Society on Lake Lanier, The Everly, The Court at Gainesville Township.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Gainesville. Approximately 40.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Cresswind at Lake Lanier is a gated communities with 934 homes, and Stephens Point is another gated communities with 174 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Gainesville stay on the market for around 88 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $627,551, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Lake Society on Lake Lanier average around $801,275, while homes in Stephens Point average around $572,637.
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