The Geranium Festival
A tradition since 1977, run by the McDonough Lions Club across the Square and nearby streets.
A historic town square, festivals all year and I-75 at the edge of town. Whether you're buying your first home here or selling the one you love, BLEU makes your next step clear.
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Slide through a year of McDonough traditions.
A tradition since 1977, run by the McDonough Lions Club across the Square and nearby streets.
Live music and movies under the oaks on summer evenings.
A town-wide scarecrow competition, plus Trick or Treat on the Square.
The holiday parade winds through downtown.
McDonough rings in the new year its own way.
The Historic McDonough Square is the heart of the county seat, with boutiques, restaurants, galleries and a fountain. The Visitor Welcome Center sits on Griffin Street.
Heritage Park adds a historic village, a walking track and the James "Jim" Joyce Veterans Museum.
The Geranium Festival has filled the Square every May since 1977.
U.S. Census Bureau: population is the 2025 estimate; home value is the 2020–2024 median for owner-occupied homes. Sources are listed at the bottom of the page.
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Best when you're thinking about selling in the next year.
How selling with BLEU worksMany buyers love McDonough for its historic Square, community events and I-75 access, with Atlanta about 30 miles north. The best fit depends on your budget, commute and wish list, and a free Buying Plan helps you compare.
Homes in McDonough sold for a median of $303,855 in Q3 2026 (+1.3% from a year earlier), according to Redfin, with a median of 61 days on market. Every home is different, so a free home review is the best way to understand yours.
McDonough is served by Henry County Schools. Attendance zones depend on the exact address, so we'll confirm the assigned schools for any home before you make an offer.
About 30 miles to downtown Atlanta and about 25 miles to Hartsfield-Jackson, mainly by I-75.
File with the Henry County Assessor by April 1 for the year after you move in. See our Henry County guide for the steps.
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