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Social Circle

Social Circle

Located in Walton County

$404,996 Average Value
$188 Average Price per Sq Ft
80 Homes For Sale

Social Circle is a friendly community with a small-town feel

Social Circle lives up to its name. “Anywhere you go in town, people speak to each other and they’re very friendly,” says Felisa Osment, a Realtor with Watkins Real Estate Associates, and a three-year resident of Social Circle. “It’s just that small, hometown feel you get when you’re there that you don’t get in Covington or other places nearby. It’s a different atmosphere from the larger cities.”

Founded in 1832, Victorian history perseveres in this Walton County city, with Greek Revival mansions from the early 1900s and local businesses operating out of beige one-story brick buildings downtown. Ten miles away in Covington, locals have access to plenty of nationally recognized chains and downtown Atlanta is 45 miles away.

This historic well marks the center of Social Circle and where the town legend was born.
This historic well marks the center of Social Circle and where the town legend was born.
Stay in shape and get outdoors on one of the many hiking and running paths around Social Circle.
Stay in shape and get outdoors on one of the many hiking and running paths around Social Circle.
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Social Circle offers homes from every era

While there are plenty of vintage cottages and ranch homes to choose from, most houses in Social Circle came online after the early 2000s. Hilly, grassy neighborhoods with lush landscaping and well-maintained single-family homes are the norm here. Contemporary homes with two-car garages and basketball hoops sit behind sidewalks and underneath big, leafy trees shading them from the sun.

Home prices typically range from $300,000 to $600,000, but newer traditional-style homes on multiple acres can sell for more than $1 million. According to the CAP Index Crime Score, Social Circle has an overall crime score of 2 out of 10, which is significantly lower than the national average of 4.

Unique and creative homes can be found all over Social Circle.
Unique and creative homes can be found all over Social Circle.
Another historic southern mansion on Main Street in Social Circle now hosts events.
Another historic southern mansion on Main Street in Social Circle now hosts events.
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Downtown Social Circle is the hub for dining

Walking around Social Circle’s downtown area is like being in a postcard of a small southern town in the late 19th- or early 20th century. One-story Victorian structures, built between 1890 and 1920, provide homes for boutiques and real estate offices. Locals eat wings and sip sweet tea on the front porch of downtown barbecue restaurant Grill’n Station. Bread and Butter bakes scones and brews lattes, and Social Circle Grocery makes fresh pizza. Locals love the smash burgers at Tin Plate and the fluffy pastries at Mamie’s Kitchen Biscuits. “Downtown is very busy on the weekends. There are tons of people walking around,” says Osment. “It’s all small hometown owners in the historic buildings running businesses, and the community likes to support small business owners there.”

Groceries can be purchased at Freshway Market on North Cherokee Road, and additional options like Publix and Walmart are about 10 miles away in Covington.

Enjoy a fresh pizza by the hot fire at Critters Outdoor Pizza in Social Circle.
Enjoy a fresh pizza by the hot fire at Critters Outdoor Pizza in Social Circle.
Stop by The Circle for delicious and nutritious health smoothies in Social Circle.
Stop by The Circle for delicious and nutritious health smoothies in Social Circle.
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Friendship Park is the site of community events

Right downtown is Friendship Park, a community gathering space where locals browse the wildflower garden. Summer concerts and the Social Circle Christmas tree lighting happen here, as do events like the annual Friendship Festival in October, which has local food vendors, live musical performances and activities for kids. Children play at the playground at Burks Field Park on Vine Circle and toddlers have their own play area at Post Office Park, next to the post office on West Hightower Trail. About 6 miles west of town is the Lake Varner Reservoir, popular for waterside hikes through the woods.

A stroll along the water to the dock at Lake Varner in Social Circle.
A stroll along the water to the dock at Lake Varner in Social Circle.
Local bands perform at the Concert in the Park event in Social Circle.
Local bands perform at the Concert in the Park event in Social Circle.
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Social Circle City Schools have the community’s support

Children living in Social Circle can attend Social Circle City Schools, a well-regarded school district with a B grade from Niche. The district consists of four schools – Social Circle Primary School for prekindergarten (rated B), Social Circle Elementary School (rated B-plus), Social Circle Middle School (rated B) and Social Circle High School (rated C-plus). About 2,000 students attend Social Circle public schools. “The schools are small, so the whole community is involved,” says Osment. “When they do bonfires or pep rallies, everybody goes.” Social Circle High School offers a wide variety of sports teams including air rifle, swimming and bass fishing.

Social Circle Elementary is always ready to welcome students.
Social Circle Elementary is always ready to welcome students.
Students from Social Circle can attend Social Circle Middle-High School.
Students from Social Circle can attend Social Circle Middle-High School.
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Residents hop on Interstate 20 to get to Atlanta

Social Circle sits north of Interstate 20, which runs west to Atlanta and east to Augusta. “It’s a great location,” says Lorie Couch, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Bullard Realty, who’s been selling homes in the area for 10 years. “There’s easy access to Interstate 20 and that’s important for people commuting to work in Atlanta or other areas.”
By heading west on Interstate 20, Covington is a 10-mile drive. It’s home to Piedmont Newton, a 103-bed hospital. Downtown Atlanta is 45 miles away and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a 52-mile trip along the same stretch of highway.

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
1,611
Number of Homes for Sale
80
Median Year Built
2002
Months of Supply
3.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,453
Above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,437
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 12
    Open Sun 2PM - 5PM

    371 Orwell Dr, Social Circle, GA 30025

    $401,890

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,860 Sq Ft
    • 371 Orwell Dr

    AGENTS BRING YOUR BUYERS! Mira II- The perfect versatile plan! This home offers not one, but TWO primary suites - one upstairs and one downstairs. The gourmet kitchen includes a large prep island with seating, in wall double ovens, cup washing station, and a walk-in pantry. The downstairs primary suite features a full bath and spacious walk-in closet with convenient washer & dryer hookups.

    Sam Bass DFH Realty Ga, LLC

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  • Sunday, Apr 12
    Open Sun 1PM - 3PM

    857 Cooper Rd, Social Circle, GA 30025

    $629,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,482 Sq Ft
    • 857 Cooper Rd
    • New 17 days ago

    Welcome to an exceptional retreat where luxury meets the peace and tranquility of a private wooded estate. Nestled on nearly 9 pristine acres in one of Social Circle's most desirable locations, this custom brick home offers a rare blend of elegance, privacy, and natural beauty-just minutes from I-20 and the growing Stanton Springs corridor. Inside, thoughtfully curated updates shine, including

    Renita Brown Real Broker, LLC

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  • Sunday, Apr 12
    Open Sun 12PM - 5PM

    163 Orwell Dr, Social Circle, GA 30025

    $358,690

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,000 Sq Ft
    • 163 Orwell Dr
    • New 8 days ago

    The Shiloh floor plan, is a four-bedroom, three-bath, single-story home that offers a refined balance of simplicity and sophistication. Designed with both comfort and functionality in mind, the thoughtfully appointed kitchen features a spacious prep island with seating, granite countertops, a built-in cup washer, pendant lighting, a walk-in pantry, and ample cabinet storage. The open layout flows

    Sam Bass DFH Realty Georgia

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Social Circle Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
10
Median Rent
$1,935
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,900
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,995
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,375
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,375

Demographics

Total Population
5,709
Median Age
40
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$83,958
Above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$93,022

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
25.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.7%
% Population in Labor Force
69.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bike Score®®

20 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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