Watkinsville Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Georgia
Officially adopting the city slogan as “The Artland of Georgia,” the thriving, artistic and cultural community of Watkinsville provides residents with affordable housing, recreational activities and Southern hospitality. Lying just 70 miles east of the city of Atlanta and 10 miles south of Athens, Watkinsville in Oconee County is a small family-oriented community serving as the county seat.
Celebrating its bicentennial in 2006, Watkinsville is steeped in history, paying homage to its past with its venerable Main Street. The serene countryside, great shopping, a thriving artistic community, strong economy, superior public and private educational opportunities through the graduate level, plenty of public recreational opportunities and historical landmarks make Watkinsville a popular choice for new residents.
Strategically situated between major markets, Oconee County is easily accessible via several well-developed arteries. The main roadways provide a link between Atlanta, premier universities and quiet suburbia. Watkinsville’s location within the Atlanta/Athens corridor, the business climate and proximity to the University of Georgia all contribute to the county’s growth rate. Less than 2,500 residents make up the community that defines the history and character of the “Old South.”
Multiple attractions, historic spots, outdoor adventure and culture all blend together for the small town community life with the opportunities of the city. Nearby Atlanta is a multi-faceted metropolitan community that offers a combination of big business, quality housing, and valuable amenities and services.
From tree lined streets to sprawling subdivisions, buying a home in Watkinsville offers diverse housing options for every income level. Offering high-end golf communities and subdivisions such as Lakewood Manor, Lane Creek Plantation, Rowan Oak, Meadow Springs, Planters Ridge, Settlers Ridge, Old Farm, Apalachee Downs, Carolina’s Place and Somerset, most properties start at $255,000. The Georgia Club, an active lifestyle community of green open space, pedestrian family streets and classic southern architecture offers homes from $400,000 to more than $1million. Watkinsville homes for sale in the rest of the area start at $105,000 ranging to $600,000 for vast acreage, exclusive amenities and sprawling estates. Townhomes and condominiums in Watkinsville start from $110,000 to $200,000, although inventory is limited. Lots for sale range from less than $100,000 to the mid $400,000’s, depending on acreage, views and utilities present.
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