Douglasville : Georgia
Living a Cultural Center Lifestyle in Douglasville, Georgia
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Where to Retire in Douglasville and Home Prices
According to Zillow, the median home value was $315,960 in mid-2022.
What Is Special about Douglasville
Douglasville is only about 20 miles west of Atlanta, and offers several parks, (including Sweetwater State Park nearby), and has many activities and events. It also has a hospital, library, museum, and offers low housing costs.
What Is Not Special about Douglasville
Douglasville is growing rapidly and traffic in the Atlanta area is never a good thing. The crime rate here is above the national average.
Climate and Physical Environment
January's average temperature is 43 degrees, with July's average at 79 degrees. On September 21, 2009, Douglas County was devastated by the worst flood in Georgia history. Over 18 inches (457 mm) of rain fell in one night, destroying many roads and homes
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
There are many restaurants in the surrounding area and Douglasville is host to events, festivals and activities throughout the year. The Parks and Recreation Dept. offers a lot of outdoor opportunities along with classes. For a plethora of cultural events, Atlanta is very close by.
Crime
The crime rate here is above the national average.
Medical Facilities
WellStar Douglas Hospital is located here.
Transportation
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is about 25 miles away.
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