Why Live in Villa Rica
Villa Rica, known as the City of Gold, is a historic neighborhood located 35 miles west of Atlanta, offering a blend of suburban tranquility and easy access to the city via Interstate 20. The area features a mix of established homes and new constructions, including split-level, ranch-style, and new traditional homes with average lot sizes of about 0.3 acres. The Mirror Lake Community offers residents amenities such as lake access, swimming pools, tennis courts, and playgrounds. Villa Rica is part of the Carroll County Public School District, with highly rated schools like Villa Rica Elementary School, Villa Rica Middle School, Bay Springs Middle School, and Villa Rica High School, which is recognized as a National STEM Certified Campus. The neighborhood has a crime rate that is safer than the national average. Downtown Villa Rica is a walkable area with restaurants, boutiques, and attractions like UnCorked on Main, Hixton Brewing, and Cinema Tavern. Local dining favorites include Los Cowboys Mexican Restaurant and Evan’s Barbeque Company. Gold Dust Park offers ballfields, tennis courts, a playground, and a splash pad, while the Mirror Lake Golf Club provides an 18-hole championship golf course. The Pine Mountain Gold Museum and The Mill Amphitheater, which hosts the annual Gold Rush Festival and Concert, are notable points of interest. The Community Farmers Market runs from May to September, offering fresh produce and handcrafted goods. Residents also have access to the award-winning Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica, which includes an emergency department and maternity center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Villa Rica a good place to live?
Villa Rica is a good place to live, receiving 3.9 stars from its residents. Villa Rica is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Villa Rica is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Villa Rica has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.5 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $83,157 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Villa Rica are home owners, with 39.4% of residents renting and 60.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Villa Rica can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Villa Rica neighborhood guide.
Is Villa Rica, GA a safe neighborhood?
Villa Rica, GA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Villa Rica?
The median home price in Villa Rica is $349,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $70,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $78K a year to afford the median home price in Villa Rica. The average household income in Villa Rica is $83K.
What are the best public schools in Villa Rica?
The best public schools that serve Villa Rica are:
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Are home prices dropping in Villa Rica?
Yes, home prices in Villa Rica are down 14% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Villa Rica, GA
On average, homes in Villa Rica, GA sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Villa Rica, GA over the last 12 months is $331,350, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$331,350
Median Single Family Sale Price
$422,842
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$379,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$255,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$160,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$244
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Last 12 months Home Sales
368
Median List Price
$349,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
