Cresswind at Lake Lanier

📍 Gainesville, Georgia

Award-winning 55+ community on Lake Lanier with Cresswind's nationally recognized pickleball program.

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B+

RetireStack Score

🏆 RetireStack Score Breakdown

⛳ Facility Quality 82 Very Good

10 pickleball courts · leagues available

🎉 Social & Community 83 Very Good

Pickleball leagues · 25+ clubs

🏠 Real Estate Value 83 Very Good

Entry from $300K

🏥 Healthcare Access 82 Very Good

Northeast Georgia Medical Center — 8 miles

☀️ Climate & Lifestyle 78 Good

Climate index: 77/100

RetireStack Score = weighted composite of 5 dimensions. Updated quarterly.

🏠 Real Estate Snapshot

Entry-Level

$300K+

Mid-Range

$420K

Premium

$600K

Monthly HOA

$180

Property Tax

0.85%/yr

Est. Total/Month

~$2,800

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🏓 Pickleball Details

Courts10

SurfaceHard court

Covered2 courts

Night Play✅ Lighted

Leagues & PlayMultiple leagues, clinics, social play

🏊 All Amenities

Pickleball Complex
Lake Lanier Access
Kayaking
Resort Pool
Fitness Center
Clubhouse

👥 Community Life

Population1,400

Homes1,200

Avg. Resident Age64

Clubs & Activities25+

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Leagues & Competition

Pickleball leagues, water sports

📍 Location Intelligence

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Nearest AirportHartsfield-Jackson Atlanta (ATL) — 55 miles

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Nearest CityGainesville — 8 miles | Atlanta — 55 miles

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HealthcareNortheast Georgia Medical Center — 8 miles

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Snowbird Friendly?Primarily year-round residents

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