Why Live in Cataula
Cataula, a neighborhood in Columbus, is characterized by its pine forests, lush farmland, and backyard ponds, offering residents a close connection to nature. Located less than 20 miles from Columbus, it provides a manageable commute, including a 30-minute drive to Fort Moore, making it appealing to military families. Homes in Cataula are spacious, often situated on one to two-acre lots due to septic system requirements, with a mix of late 20th-century bungalows, ranch-style homes, and new traditional homes. The Maple Creek community is one of the few subdivisions, still offering ample space. Local features include E.C. Pate Park, just 4 miles away, with playgrounds, sports courts, and ballfields, and Poplar Place Farm, which caters to equestrians. Lake Harding, 18 miles away, offers fishing, jet skiing, and boating opportunities. Highway 27 is lined with churches, locally owned businesses, and popular restaurants like Country Chick and Fish, Pies and Thighs, and 13th Street Bar-B-Que of Cataula. For shopping, residents are about 10 miles from North Columbus' big box retail areas and less than 20 miles from Uptown's dining and events. The Harris County School District serves the area, with highly rated schools such as Mulberry Creek Elementary, Harris County Carver Middle School, and Harris County High School. Highway 27 provides connectivity to Columbus and beyond, with the closest hospital, Piedmont Columbus Regional-Northside, 10 miles away. Cataula is also conveniently located 12 miles from Columbus Airport and within driving distance to major cities like Atlanta and Montgomery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cataula a good place to live?
Cataula is a good place to live. Cataula is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Cataula is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Cataula has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 46. The average household income is $120,075 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 30% of residents. A majority of residents in Cataula are home owners, with 9.2% of residents renting and 90.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cataula can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cataula neighborhood guide.
Is Cataula, GA a safe neighborhood?
Cataula, GA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cataula?
The median home price in Cataula is $382,320. If you put a 20% down payment of $76,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,890 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $81K a year to afford the median home price in Cataula. The average household income in Cataula is $120K.
What are the best public schools in Cataula?
The best public schools that serve Cataula are:
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Are home prices dropping in Cataula?
Yes, home prices in Cataula are down 5% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Cataula, GA
On average, homes in Cataula, Columbus sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Cataula, Columbus over the last 12 months is $339,950, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$339,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$355,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$160
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$382,320
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
