Woodstock

Just 30 miles north of downtown Atlanta, situated along I-575, sits a community known as one of the Top 50 Best Places to Live in the United States. Woodstock got its start in the early 1830s as a small farming community. After being established as a railroad stop in the 1870s, the town became officially incorporated in 1897. Despite its origins as a small, sleepy rail town, Woodstock has experienced a true renaissance to become one of Georgia’s fastest-growing communities, with current population nearly 30 times what it was in 1970. Today, Woodstock continues to thrive as a residential suburb even while many of its historic buildings and downtown areas have been preserved and restored. The secret to its success is a combination of a strategic location, an aggressive revitalization and a business-friendly atmosphere. This is an Atlanta suburb worth your attention.

Quick Facts

Population: approx. 31,911 (source: visitwoodstockga.com)
Elevation: 968 ft.
Land Area: 11.3 square miles
Public schools: Cherokee County School District

Living in Woodstock

Attractions

Historic Downtown—Woodstock’s historic downtown area has been remarkably preserved and restored, featuring unique shops, eateries, brick sidewalks and a collection of historic structures dating back to the nineteenth century.
Greenprints Trail System—A growing network of walking/biking trails to encourage outdoor recreation throughout the area.
Olde Rope Mill Park—A small but popular green space along the banks of Little River featuring picnic areas, fishing, canoeing and biking/hiking trails.
Dixie Speedway—This 150-acre complex on the west side of Woodstock hosts dozens of various racing events and shows throughout the year.

Dining

Magnolia Thomas Restaurant—Southern-themed fare offered in a fine-dining environment in the heart of Woodstock.
Century House Tavern—Built within the historic old Hubbard House, this unique establishment offers contemporary American dishes and turn-of-the-century cocktails.
Freight Kitchen & Tap—Located in Woodstock’s historic train depot, this upscale eatery offers high quality, farm-to-market Southern fare.
Tuscany Italian Restaurant—An upscale restaurant featuring the flavors of northern Italy. Hint: Come early on the weekend. It’s first-come, first-served here, and things get crowded quickly.

Shopping

Historic Downtown—Woodstock’s historic downtown area offers plenty of unique shops and boutiques amidst buildings and homes that date back to the nineteenth century.
Town Center at Cobb—Good-sized shopping mall anchored by chain retailers like Macy’s, Sears and Belk.
Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta—Home to dozens of known retailers with great deals to be found everywhere.
North Point Mall—Located 15 miles east in Alpharetta, this popular mall features dozens of nationally known retailers.

Transportation

Airports—The nearest general aviation airstrip to Woodstock is Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field, located about 10 miles south, and serving as an airfield for private and corporate flights. Cherokee County Airport is another general aviation field, located 18 miles north of town. For major domestic and international travel, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the world’s busiest airport, a 38-mile drive south from Woodstock.
Public Transportation—Woodstock is served by the Cherokee Area Transportation System (CATS), providing bus service to points across the county. Downtown Woodstock also enjoys free trolley service to points throughout the town center. For service into Atlanta, The Xpress Route 490 stops at the Woodstock Park-and-Ride.
Major Roads and Interstates—The intersection of Main Street and Towne Lake Pkwy/Arnold Mill Road serves as the primary crossroads of Woodstock. GA-92 crosses east-west across the southern end of town, while I-575 provides the primary artery into greater Atlanta.

Woodstock Real Estate Information

With a blend of single-family homes, luxury condos and apartments, Woodstock holds something for everyone. More than 60 percent of homes in this area have been built since 2000, reflecting the town’s remarkable recent growth. Even so, home prices remain quite affordable in Woodstock compared to many neighboring communities. Median home values here sit at around $231,000, with actual prices ranging between the mid-$100s and the high $800s.

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