Granite Falls : North Carolina
Living a Gated Community Lifestyle in Granite Falls, North_Carolina
Granite Falls is a very small town of about 4600 people in the west central foothills of North Carolina. Lakeside Park along Lake Rhodhiss will soon provide a major recreational outlet for the town. There is boating on the lakes in the area and golf as well. Hickory is the largest nearby town, along with Lenoir. The elevation is about 1100' above sea level. The area is rural and hilly - popular with vacationers. The climate is a bit milder than in the rest of North Carolina. This part of western North Carolina, which includes the retirement magnets of Asheville and Charlotte, has become extremely popular for retirees and developers of active adult communities. Charlotte is 53 miles away, Asheville is a bit further to the west.
Granite Falls has had its ups and downs. There is not much in the way of local shopping or restaurants. Wal-Mart has a very large store in town.
Where to Retire in Granite Falls and Home Prices
Zillow reports the median home value in Granite Falls was $154,000 in 2020.
What Is Special about Granite Falls
Opportunity to live a great lifestyle at a relative bargain. Proximity to mountains and recreation. Several active adult communities to choose from (see link at top right).
What Is Not Special about Granite Falls
Small town life, distance from big city
Climate and Physical Environment
Granite Falls is just over 50 miles from Charlotte near the southwestern corner of the state. Hickory is the nearest big town. Asheville is to the west. There are hills and reservoirs in the area.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
For major culture one will have to go to Hickory, Charlotte, or Asheville. But the Caldwell Arts Council and Foothills Performing Arts are a local resource.
Crime
Crime rate is slightly above average.
Medical Facilities
The nearest hospitals are in Hickory, about 10 miles
Transportation
Charlotte Airport is about 54 miles. Granite Falls is just a few miles north of I 40.
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