Waleska : Georgia
Living a College Town Lifestyle in Waleska, Georgia
The small, close-knit college community of Waleska, with a population under 1,000, is located in northwest Georgia. It is home to Reinhardt College (800 students) and about 20 miles from Kennesaw State University.
Photo of Lake Arrowhead courtesy of Wikipedia and NickMason.
Where to Retire in Waleska and Home Prices
Lake Arrowhead is a popular resort and gated community on the outskirts of town (see Georgia Active Communities under Cherokee County).
Median home prices in Waleska were a little over $328,708 in mid-2021, according to Zillow, which seems high but probably reflects prices in the active adult communities in the area.
What Is Special about Waleska
Lake Arrowhead is the largest man-made, privately owned lake in Georgia. Reinhardt College is a four-year college affiliated with The United Methodist Church
What Is Not Special about Waleska
Living in a small town is not for everyone, and this one does not have much more than a crossroads in the way of amenities or facilities.
Climate and Physical Environment
The average July high temperature is 86 and the average January low is 29. The wettest month is March (6+"). Waleska is in north central Georgia.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
Reinhardt College offers some cultural opportunities, restaurants are quite limited. The Funk Heritage Center has an interesting museum on Native Americans and the Trail of Tears diaspora.
Crime
Crime in Waleska is slightly lower than the national average.
Medical Facilities
There are 3 hospital within 20 miles - in Canton, Jasper, and Carterville.
Transportation
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is about 50 miles away.
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