Located 30 miles from downtown Atlanta, Fayette County’s master-planned Peachtree City is America’s largest golf cart community. It has more than 100 miles of scenic multiuse trails, allowing residents to get anywhere in the city by golf cart, bike or on foot. Established in 1959, Peachtree City is home to 40,000 residents. It was designed so each of its five “villages” has shopping centers, parks and elementary schools. Retirees appreciate the relaxed lifestyle that Peachtree City offers, while families are drawn to its top-rated school district. “Peachtree City is a very higher-end area. It’s good for raising families because there’s low crime,” says Tim Stout, a Realtor with My Brokerage, who’s been selling homes in the area for 15 years. “It’s laid-back, but they’ve got a lot going on. There’s a lot of good shopping and restaurants. There are always events and festivals going on. There are a lot of golf courses, too. A lot of people there play golf.”
Peachtree City is a high-end residential neighborhood boasting country clubs.
Residents in Peachtree City tend to get around the neighborhood via golf cart on paved pathways.
You'll find many shops and restaurants along Floy Farr Parkway in Peachtree City.
Braelinn Golf Club has 18 holes, golf range, and a putting green for golf lovers.
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Well-maintained homes in green master-planned villages
Peachtree City is composed of five villages — Aberdeen, Braelinn, Glenloch, Kedron and Wilksmoor — where homes cluster along streets lined with towering pines. Ranch homes, midcentury moderns and spacious Colonial Revivals built in the 1960s through the ‘80s are the dominant styles here. Many neighborhoods are peppered with parks and lakes and have direct access to golf cart paths. Peachtree City has a thriving real estate market, with homes selling in an average of 26 days, compared to 44 days nationwide. The median sale price over the past 12 months is $559,000, a 5% increase from the previous year and higher than the Atlanta median of $412,000. Prices typically range from $300,000 for a two-bedroom home to $800,000 for a more spacious five-bedroom property.
Luxury style homes in Peachtree City can be listed for more than $500,000.
Homes in Peachtree City feature attached car garages and shallow front lawns.
Peachtree City has ranch style homes with large yards and long driveways.
Mid century modern style homes are common in Peachtree City.
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Golf carts are a main way to get around the community
Golf carts are the preferred mode of transportation in Peachtree City and residents use them to get everywhere from shopping centers to schools. They aren’t allowed on some major roads, but cart-friendly bridges, tunnels and authorized crossings provide a workaround.
Downtown Atlanta is 30 miles north via Highway 74 and I-85. “It’s really convenient,” Stout says. The commute can take anywhere from 40 minutes to an hour depending on traffic. The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 20 miles away. “A lot of people who work for Delta live there because it’s so close to the airport,” Stout says. “There are a lot of pilots in Peachtree City.”
Piedmont Fayette, a 282-bed hospital, is 7 miles northeast in Fayetteville. World Airways and Cooper Lighting both have their headquarters in Peachtree City. Panasonic Automotive is another major employer. Peachtree City is also 8 miles away from Trilith Studios in Fayetteville, one of the country’s largest TV and movie studios.
Georgia's golf cart community has miles of cart trails weaving throughout Peachtree City.
Piedmont Hospital is about 7 miles away from Peachtree City.
Cooper Lighting's headquarters resides in Peachtree City.
Peachtree City is near Trilith Studios, one of the largest film studios in the country.
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Students attend top-ranked Fayette County Public Schools
Peachtree City is served by Fayette County Public Schools, which scores an A on Niche. The district operates 15 elementary, five middle and five high schools. McIntosh High is rated the No. 1 school in the county by Niche and has a designated golf cart parking lot for students. In Peachtree City, children aged 12 to 14 can drive golf carts if an adult accompanies them, and 15-year-olds with learner's permits can drive by themselves.
Peachtree City Elementary is located in Fayette County Georgia.
J.C. Booth Middle School is the home of the proud Warriors.
McIntosh High School is located at 201 Walt Banks Rd, Peachtree City, GA 30269.
Starr's Mill High School is located in Fayette County.
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Kayaking at Peachtree Lake and golf at area country clubs
Peachtree City has more than 40 parks, green spaces and recreation centers. Drake Field, a 4-acre park on the shores of Peachtree Lake, offers swimming, fishing and kayaking. Lake Kedron and Lake McIntosh are two additional fishing holes in the city.
Flat Creek Country Club, Planterra Club and Braelinn Golf Club offer members amenities like tennis courts, pools and golf courses.
Peachtree City has four distinct seasons, marked by hot and humid summers and mild winters. Average highs top 70 degrees from April through October.
Peachtree City's Lake Kendron has amazing fishing with scenic views.
Whitewater's Starr's Mill Park consist of 16 acres, picnic areas, and fishing spots.
Flat Creek Country Club in Peachtree City boasts pickleball courts for residents to enjoy.
Planterra Club in Peachtree City is a scenic, private 18-hole golf course with a driving range.
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Shopping, dining and entertainment at The Avenue
Floy Farr Parkway, the city’s main thoroughfare, is lined with chain retailers, restaurants and grocery stores. The Avenue is the largest shopping center with dining and many well-known stores. It also hosts community events, including Third Thursdays, a concert series held on the third Thursday of every month from May to October.
Peachtree City's The Avenue is a great place to shop while out with the family.
Line Creek Brewing Company offers Peachtree City residents quality craft beer.
Meet up with family and friends for shopping at Peachtree City's The Avenue.
Stop by Friends Table Restaurant & Bar for delicious breakfast in Peachtree City.
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Peachtree City’s crime rate is lower than 93% of U.S. cities
Violent crime and property crime rates are lower in Peachtree City compared to the nation. The city’s annual violent crime rate is 1.6 incidents per 1,000 residents compared to 3.8 nationally, and its annual property crime rate is 11.7 incidents per 1,000 residents compared to 19.6 nationally.
Night Market and Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival are popular events
Night Market is a monthly event at Drake Field featuring art vendors, live music, food trucks and craft beer. In September, the annual Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival showcases the work of over 100 regional artists and craftspeople at Shakerag Knoll Park. The 2,500-seat Fredrick Brown Jr. Amphitheater, locally known as the “The Fred,” is a prime spot to hear live music in the summertime.
McIntosh Trail Recreation Center's Fred Amphitheater hosts live concerts such as Clink Black.
The Peachtree City Night Market is held every first Friday at Drake Field.
Peachtree City Night Market host many food trucks serving local dishes and brews.
Peachtree City Night Market's entertainment for the night was 3rd Shift.
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About 30 miles southeast of Atlanta, Whitewater is in a rural part of south Fayette County. The community allows homebuyers to buy properties on multiple acres but has easy access to amenities in neighboring areas such as Peachtree City. “I call it refined rural living,” says DeSales DeGolian, a broker with DeGolian Realty and Peachtree City resident. “It’s a rural area, but it's more high-end, and you can find very nice homes here."
The draw with Whitewater is the chance to find a property on multiple acres. “You can get more land out here, most homes come on at least 5 acres, and you can get even more than that,” DeGolian says. Buyers can find contemporary brick Craftsman and colonials in small communities on large lots or mini-mansions on nearby golf courses. Prices range from $339,000 to $1.9 million based on condition and property size. “Inventory is still tight. When properly priced listings come on the market, they sell fast and get multiple offers,” DeGolian says. Whitewater's CAP Index Crime Score is a 1-out-10, less than the national average of 4-out-10.
Whitewater is part of Fayette County Schools, which ranks as an A on Niche and serves more than 20,000 students. The community has multiple school paths, but one is Sara Harp Minter Elementary, advance to Whitewater Middle and then earn their diploma from Whitewater High School, all of which earn an A from Niche. The high school is the newest in the district, opening in 2003 and offers the Work Based Learning program, which allows students to leave school to work an internship or a job where they can earn elective credit towards graduation and potentially make money.
Whitewater is almost midway between Interstates 75 and 85 in Fayette County. The interstates are two of the three cross-country interstates that head through Atlanta, and commuters can use either to get 30 miles into the city. The area has access to Georgia Highways 54 and 74, which connect the area with surrounding counties like Fulton. Whitewater is less than 25 miles from the Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson Airport, one of the world's busiest passenger terminals.
A primarily residential area, locals will have to head into neighboring Peachtree City or Senoia for their needs. The Publix at Wilshire Pavilion provides a place to pick up weekly essentials, while the shopping center offers multiple storefronts and a Chick-fil-A. Residents can head further east into Peachtree City for brunch at Mimi’s Good Food, open daily from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., or try Elliott’s, known for its Southern fare and outdoor patio.
Less than 10 miles away, Lake Horton Park is a massive green space, and while there is no swimming, locals can fish, take approved boats on the lake or explore the 2.8 miles worth of paved walking trails. Peachtree City offers numerous green spaces and recreation activities, including Kedron Fieldhouse and Aquatic Center. The indoor facility provides two full-size basketball courts lined for hoops, volleyball and pickleball, while outdoors, there are two pools and a small park with a popular large playground. Families and serious golfers can join the Whitewater Creek Country Club, which is part of The Clubs at Peachtree City and Newnan and allows one membership to access five clubs across the cities. All five clubs feature an 18-hole golf course, clubhouse, pools and restaurants.
Locals can head into Senoia every Saturday to shop for local produce, artisans, and much more at the Senoia Farmers Market. Residents can also head to one of the many events held in Peachtree City, like monthly Food Truck Thursdays, the first Thursday of each month or the Sunset Sounds concert series held throughout the summer, with both events taking place at Drake Field.
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
38,110
Median Age
45
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,409
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,697
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
57.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.7%
% Population in Labor Force
63.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®®
14/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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