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Atlanta Makes Top 10 Places to Retire

Posted: September 2, 2025 | Categories: News

Atlanta in the Fall

Retirement isn't all about the money. Retirees want to live in a place where they enjoy safety and access to good healthcare, especially in light of significant inflation and economic uncertainty. The ideal city will also have lots of ways to spend leisure time, along with good weather.

To help Americans plan an affordable retirement while maintaining the best quality of life, WalletHub compared the retiree-friendliness of more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 key metrics. Our data set ranges from the cost of living to retired taxpayer-friendliness to the states's health infrastructure.

The top ten cities are: 1. Orlando, FL, 2. Scottsdale, AZ, 3. Minneapolis, MN, 4. Miami, FL, 5. Tampa, FL, 6. Atlanta, GA, 7. Fort Lauderdale, FL, 8. Cincinnati, OH, 9. Madison, WI, and 10. Casper, WY

"It's important to choose wisely when picking where to retire, as many retirees are on a fixed income. As a result, the best cities for retired people are those that minimize taxes and expenses, as well as have good opportunities for retirees to continue paid work for extra income, if they choose to do so. In addition, the top cities provide high-quality health care and offer plenty of enjoyable activies for retirees." – Chip Lupo, WalletHub Analyst

Author: Adam McCann, WalletHub

BUYING A HOME

New homes at Lake Arrowhead start from the mid $400s. Pricing varies by neighborhood and home type — Woodlands ranch homes start from the mid $400s, Waterview Townhomes and Fort Gibson ranch homes from the low $500s, and Timber Ridge luxury homes from the low $600s to the $800s. View current pricing on each neighborhood page.

All homes sold through the Lake Arrowhead sales office are new construction, built by award-winning veteran Georgia builders, including Majestic Lifestyle Builders, Rezide Properties, TIH Homes, and JW Collection.

Yes — resale homes are available, though they are not listed through the Lake Arrowhead sales and information center. Community covenants allow a uniform neighborhood resale sign on properties, so we recommend working with a local realtor familiar with the community to find resale listings.

Lake Arrowhead offers something for everyone: single-family ranch homes, waterview townhomes, and luxury custom homes with all the bells and whistles across multiple neighborhoods, including: Woodlands, Fort Gibson, Timber Ridge, and Waterview Townhomes.

Yes — Lake Arrowhead offers a Discovery Stay & Play program where you can reserve a luxury golf villa for a short stay to experience the community before deciding on the type of home and neighborhood of choice. Contact the sales and information center at 770-720-2700 to arrange a visit.

Once you close, please contact the Membership Director at 770-721-7913 or membership@lakearrowheadga.com to schedule your Membership Orientation — you'll receive gate devices, set up billing, and obtain your welcome package.