McDonough, Georgia

McDonough, the Geranium City.

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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  • 33,395 Population (2025 est.)
  • $314,600 Median home value, Census 2020–24
  • County seat of Henry County
  • Henry County School district
  • About 30 miles To downtown Atlanta
  • About 25 miles To the airport
  • I-75, exits 216 & 218 Interstate
A year on the Square

There's always something on the Square.

Slide through a year of McDonough traditions.

May

The Geranium Festival

A tradition since 1977, run by the McDonough Lions Club across the Square and nearby streets.

Summer

Music and movie nights

Live music and movies under the oaks on summer evenings.

October

Scarecrows Galore!

A town-wide scarecrow competition, plus Trick or Treat on the Square.

December

Christmas parade

The holiday parade winds through downtown.

New Year's Eve

The Geranium Drop

McDonough rings in the new year its own way.

Life downtown

Boutiques, galleries and a fountain.

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.
By the numbers

McDonough at a glance.

33,395residents in 2025 (Census estimate)
14.5%growth since 2020
$314,600median value of owner-occupied homes, 2020–2024
30 mito downtown Atlanta via I-75

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.

Buying in McDonough

Let's find your place in McDonough.

Tell us what you're looking for in and around McDonough. Your BLEU Advisor, backed by our full team, will build your free Buying Plan with you.

  • Homes picked for your plan, budget and commute
  • Help with price, dates and risks before you make an offer
  • A lender introduction when you're ready (you can choose any lender)
  • Free, and it takes about a minute

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Buying or selling near the Square.

Buying in McDonough

Live close to the Square

Walkable downtown streets or newer neighborhoods near I-75: we'll show you both and help you choose.

  • Homes picked for your budget and commute
  • Clear help with price and terms before you offer
  • A lender introduction when you're ready

Best when you want McDonough's small-town feel with an easy drive to Atlanta.

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Selling in McDonough

Price it right in the Geranium City

See what nearby homes sold for and get a written plan for pricing, prep and timing.

  • Recent McDonough sales near you
  • A short written plan with next steps
  • List it, or ask about BLEU Quick Close™

Best when you're thinking about selling in the next year.

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Questions

McDonough, answered.

Is McDonough a good place to buy a home?

Many 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.

What do homes cost in McDonough?

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.

Which schools serve McDonough?

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.

How far is McDonough from Atlanta and the airport?

About 30 miles to downtown Atlanta and about 25 miles to Hartsfield-Jackson, mainly by I-75.

I just bought in McDonough. What about the homestead exemption?

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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