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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oglethorpe a good place to live?
Oglethorpe is a good place to live. Oglethorpe is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable. Oglethorpe has 1 park for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.0 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $71,801 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 43.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Oglethorpe are renters, with 66% of residents renting and 34% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Oglethorpe can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Oglethorpe neighborhood guide.
Is Oglethorpe, GA a safe neighborhood?
Oglethorpe, GA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oglethorpe?
The median home price in Oglethorpe is $322,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.58%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,640 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $70K a year to afford the median home price in Oglethorpe. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Oglethorpe is $72K.
What are the best public schools in Oglethorpe?
The best public schools that serve Oglethorpe are:
- Clarke Central High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
- Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 11:1.
- Clarke Middle School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 3.0.
What are the best private schools in Oglethorpe?
The best private schools that serve Oglethorpe are:
- Waseca Montessori School has a student teacher ratio of 5:1.
- Downtown Academy has a student teacher ratio of 11:1.
- Double Helix STEAM School has a student teacher ratio of 8:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Oglethorpe, Athens, GA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Oglethorpe, Athens, GA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Oglethorpe, Athens, GA are Forest Heights, Normaltown, Cobbham, Baxter and Beechwood.
