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About Georgetown
Georgetown offers the charm of small-town living, yet is just minutes from the culture and excitement of Austin, the state capital. Located in Central Texas it boasts an extremely affordable cost of living, favorable tax advantages, and wonderful climate year-round. Georgetown is a growing community with a healthy local economy and is the Williamson County Seat. Del Webb's Sun City is currently expanding the retirement community and other residential and commercial developments projects are underway.
Quality of Life
What makes Georgetown so special is its unique quality of life. Georgetown offers both residents and visitors such features as: Warm and friendly neighborhoods; Excellent public schools and university; Beautiful lakes, parks, trails and caverns; World-class golf courses; Historical, cultural and artistic amenities; and a wide variety of dining, shopping, & lodging. Some of Georgetown's accolades include:
- Georgetown was the only city in the country to receive a perfect score as a place to launch a small business, Fortune Small Business, 2008
- Named in 10 Great Retirement Spots for Golf Nuts by U.S. News & World Report, 2008
- Georgetown Ranked #1 Place to Retire in America by Retirement Places, 2007
- Texas Trails Network Partnership Award for San Gabriel River Trails, 2008
- Best Places to Buy an Old House: Editors’ Top 12 Picks by This Old House, 2008
Population: Approximately 50,000. The population has increase more than 60% since 2000. Georgetown is the county seat of Williamson County.
Location: on the eastern edge of Central Texas Hill Country, 26 miles north of Austin off I-35. 40 miles south of Temple and equidistance from Houston and Dallas/Fort Worth.
Altitude: ranges from 454 to 1265 feet in Williamson County. Sun City is approximately 750 to 860 Feet
Climate: Jan high = 59, July high = 95 Jan low = 39, July low = 74
Average Relative Humidity = 56%
Geographically, Georgetown lies across the Balcones Escarpment a fault line that divides Georgetown into areas roughly east of Interstate 35 in the Blackland Prairie which is flat farmland characterized by having black, fertile soils, where cotton is the primary crop; and the west side of the Escarpment which consists of hilly, karst-like terrain pocketed with limestone openings that allow water to percolate through the limestone and into the Edwards Aquifer below. The area typically has little topsoil and has higher elevations, and is considered part of the Texas Hill Country
Health: Georgetown St. Davids hospital is a 98 bed general, acute care facility with surgical, diagnostic and emergency services. Scott and White Clinic at Sun City and internists and family practitioners. Georgetown is also home to a range of therapy and rehabilitation clinics as well as a cardiovascular center. For more information about area medical facilities, visit the Sedlor Properties Medical Triangle Page
RECREATION
The Georgetown Rec Center: The Parks and Recreation Department operates a year-round recreation center that is open to all citizens. The Georgetown Recreation Center is located at 1003 North Austin Avenue. To contact the GRC please call (512) 930-3596.
Hours of operation:
Monday – Friday 5:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday CLOSED
The Georgetown Recreation Center - Virtual Tour
Goodwater Loop Hike and Bike Trail around lake Georgetown this is a 24 mile hiking trail around lake Georgetown. Multiple access points and some great scenery.
Lake Georgetown - US Army Corps of Engineers. All about lake Georgetown and surrounding water resources.
The Palace Theater
Plays and Events at the Georgetown Palace Theater - The Historic Palace Theater is located at 810 South Austin Avenue in Georgetown and was built in 1925 by A. C. Moore of Bartlett, Texas. When the Palace could no longer compete as a movie theatre and was forced to close in late 1989. It was renovated and re-opened in 2001. The primary goal of the project was to recapture its historic 1938 Art Deco design, while making it a safe and handicap-accessible facility for the entire community. The Palace is open to the general public featuring stage plays and broadway shows.
Georgetown Events, Festivals, Attractions, Dining, Venues, Shopping
Active Adult Communities: There are several active adult communities in the area typically for age 55 and over. Some have a variety of amenities others very few. This is a brief overview of Sun City, Texas Traditions, Heritage Oaks and River Bend. Adult (55+) Communities in Georgetown
Sun City Texas Web Site: by Sedlor Properties includes homes for sale, the model homes new and resale, activities and amenities, golf, fitness centers, restrictions, calendar of events and more.
City of Georgetown - Great web site with news and information about the city, area recreation and much more.
Genreral overivew of the community. Education, Recreation, Quality of life, Business Overview: Click here Georgetown Community Profile
Georgetown Chamber of Commerce - Business networking opportunities, members.
Georgetown was the first city in Texas to be named a Great American Main Street City in 1997, the highest honor bestowed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Today, three National Register Districts host more than 180 historic businesses and homes, and the Town Square Historic District is a singular point of Lone Star State pride. Visit: Main Street Georgetown
Area Profile - Demagraphics, Infrastructure
Georgetown Crime Stats - Shows calls and type for the past year or week by specific area.
Plays and Events at the Georgetown Palace Theater - The Historic Palace Theater is located at 810 South Austin Avenue in Georgetown and was built in 1925 by A. C. Moore of Bartlett, Texas. When the Palace could no longer compete as a movie theatre and was forced to close in late 1989. It was renovated and re-opened in 2001. The primary goal of the project was to recapture its historic 1938 Art Deco design, while making it a safe and handicap-accessible facility for the entire community. The Palace is open to the general public featuring stage plays and broadway shows.
Southwestern University
The first institution of higher learning in Texas
Southewestern University is a private, highly selective liberal arts institution encompassing the Brown College of Arts and Sciences and the Sarofim School of Fine Arts. Classroom learning is augmented by an environment that encourages participation in faculty-student research, athletics, intramural and recreational sports, and over 90 student organizations. Living-Learning Communities and the Paideia Program offer exceptional opportunities to fully integrate one's experiences in and out of the classroom.
Located in historic Georgetown, just north of Austin, Southwestern's serene residential campus occupies a small portion of 700 acres that include the San Gabriel river and areas reserved for biological and environmental research. Georgetown and the surrounding area offer many opportunities for putting learning into practice through volunteerism, civic engagement and internships.
- The School District: Georgetown ISD
- For Additional Area Information, including Public School Ratings, Private Schools, Utility Providers, Area Transportation Sites, State and Local Goverment sites, etc. click here: Area Info
- For Information on The Austin Area Recreational Activities and Family Fun, Museums and Galleries, Performing Arts, Camping, Golfing and Downtown Austin Activities, Click Here: Things to Do
Sun City Golf Course
Doing Business in Georgetown - Invest in Georgetown. This great site includes information on the following:
- Retail Trade Analysis
- Demographics
- Workforce Study
- Major Employers
- Economic Development Incentives
- Infrastructure
- Business Links
The Georgetown City Government works with the County Government, Chamber of Commerce, Southwestern University, and the Georgetown Independent School District to create and implement programs that address the needs of our business community and foster new opportunities. The city will also work with potential businesses to provide attractive programs and incentives to assist companies locating in the City of Georgetown.
Georgetown Economic Development Department can help businesses achieve. Click here: Business Incentives
Property development process, permits, interactive maps visit: Georgetown Community Development Web Site
Economic Development Quarterly Meeting Summary. Topics Include Primary Job Growth, Texas Life Science Center, St. Davids Hospital
The Summit at Rivery Park:
The Brownstone is part of The Summit at Rivery Park, Georgetown's first high-end, mixed-use development.
Set on 32 acres overlooking the San Gabriel River, The Summit will offer a wide variety of shopping, dining and services just outside your door, including:
- Specialty restaurants
- Boutiques and shops
- Grocery and specialty retail
- Medical and Wellness Services
- Full-service hotel and conference center
- and much more
For more information: Click Here
Featured Articles
New Hotel and Conference Center Planned in Georgetown
Georgetown again named as a top retirement spot for 2011
Burger University coming to Georgetown
Georgetown To Host Grand Cycling Race in May 2012
Monument cafe opens local food market
Capital Investment in Medical and Biotech Fields: Are we seeing the emergence of a new "medical triangle"? We've mapped Existing, New and Proposed Medical Facilities in Georgetown and surounding area with some very interesting results. Click here to see the Medical Triangle Map and related information and articles.
Click Here: For Article about Georgetown being named as best place to retire
Click Here for Article The Cat's out of the Bag: Georgetown named as #2 best place in the Country to live and launch.
Click here for Article - Georgetown Cited as one of the Best place to buy an old home.
Click here for Article - Georgetown featured in Where to Retire Magazine
Click here for Information - I recently took a short hike around lake Georgetown. Here's my thoughts.
Click here for Article - Seniors from Around the Country Discover Georgetown
Related Sites:
Georgetown St. Davids Healthcare
Scott and White Medical Clinic
Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce
Texas State Small Business Development Center
Click here for the Williamson County site
Texas on Line (Drivers license info, car registration, etc)
A few Subdivision Sites
- Gabriel's Overlook - homes with acreage
- Whitetail - homes with acreage
- Berry Creek Country Club subdivision
- Stonehouse Estates - acreage lots
For questions or information contact:
Bob Sedlor - Realtor 512-517-8241 or email: Bob@SedlorProperties.com
Sedlor Properties is a real estate agent that specializes in the buying and selling of residential and commercial real estate. They have commercial property listings and residential property listings in a variety of cities in
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