Buyers find privacy in the pine forest and farmlands of Cataula. They also find the 20-minute commute into Columbus convenient. This Harris County community features spacious homes on large lots, with some offering acreage. And between the short drive to Lake Harding and access to the popular Harris County School District, there's a lot to offer here in the countryside.
Cataula is a highly desirable area, says 20-year Realtor Alison Cox with Keller Williams River Cities. "When buyers are thinking about moving to Harris County, they're seeking privacy and lots of space," says Cox. "Houses here have to be on a minimum of one to two acres because of septic systems." Most homes are a mix of late 20th-century ranch-style homes and New Traditional houses, settled in secluded pockets of woods and pastureland. Other contemporary and New Traditional homes are located in laid-back subdivisions like the Maple Creek community. Prices here range from the mid-$300,000s to the low-$500,000s. Some larger homes may venture into the low $700,000s, depending on the amount of acreage.
About 4 miles from Cataula, E.C. Pate Park is Cataula’s “main rec area,” says Harris County-born Realtor Tyler Ward with Coldwell Banker Kennon, Parker, Duncan and Davis. The park offers a playground, tennis courts, basketball courts and a picnic area. The park also has several ballfields that host Peach Little League games. Equestrians might enjoy living close to Poplar Place Farm, which offers full horse boarding, a riding field and equestrian training. The community is about 10 miles from Maple Ridge Golf Club in Columbus. During the warmer months, residents may enjoy fishing, jet skiing or boating at Lake Harding, located 18 miles away. There are public boat ramps at Blanton Creek Park, Idle Hour Park and Goat Rock Marina.
Churches, locally owned businesses and popular restaurants have carved out space along Cataula's stretch of Highway 27. Residents can get fresh, local produce, meat and dairy at family-owned Billy's Super Market. Ivory Mint sells embroidery supplies and gifts, while Backwood Bargain and Country Home Furnishing are antique stores. Cataula is approximately 10 miles from the major retail areas in North Columbus. Locally owned restaurants in the area include:
The well-rated Harris County School District serves Cataula families. "As a whole, the district is desirable," says Cox. "Some buyers move to this area with the schools in mind because they are so well-rated and offer so many different educational opportunities." Students may attend highly-rated schools like Carver Middle School and Harris County High School.
Though it’s a rural community, you won’t have to drive too far for work. "I have a lot of military clientele interested in this area because it gives that spacious, country-living feel, but it's only a 30-minute drive from Fort Benning," says Cox. Highway 27 runs through the center of Cataula, putting residents just over 15 miles from Uptown Columbus. Columbus Airport is about 12 miles southeast.
Howard Jefferson
Coldwell Banker Kennon & Parker
(762) 240-2363
188 Total Sales
1 in Cataula
$210,000 Price
John Bunn
Century 21 Bunn Real Estate
(706) 940-6710
202 Total Sales
2 in Cataula
$172K - $246K Price Range
Gerald Saunders
Set Fee Realty
(706) 984-5561
79 Total Sales
1 in Cataula
$425,000 Price
Tranisha Reid
Keller Williams River Cities
(706) 365-0951
95 Total Sales
1 in Cataula
$65,000 Price
David Hickox
Keller Williams River Cities
(912) 800-4184
173 Total Sales
2 in Cataula
$65K - $340K Price Range
Jamie and Terri Griffis Team
1827 Real Estate LLC
(762) 240-4904
263 Total Sales
6 in Cataula
$175K - $450K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Cataula | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Cataula, Columbus sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Cataula, Columbus over the last 12 months is $435,000, up 39% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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