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Vinings, GA

Vinings is a census-designated place (CDP) in Cobb County, Georgia, United States that runs along the Chattahoochee River bank across from Buckhead. As of the 2020 census, the CDP had a total population of 12,581. Located next to the affluent Paces section of Buckhead in northwest Atlanta, Vinings is known for its historic sites, shopping districts, proximity to local freeways and The Battery, and nearby nature areas. 

The United States Postal Service assigns "Atlanta" to the ZIP Code (30339) which includes Vinings (an area of Cobb County between Interstate 285 and the Chattahoochee River). The Home Depot is headquartered in Vinings.

Early on, Vinings was known as Crossroads, and then Paces, after Hardy Pace, circa 1830. He operated Pace's Ferry across the Chattahoochee River, in this area between Atlanta, Buckhead, and Smyrna. Paces Ferry Road is still the main east-west road through Vinings. The Western and Atlantic Railroad laid rail tracks from Chattanooga, Tennessee to Atlanta in the 1840s. Vinings became a construction station for the railroad and was inadvertently named for William H. Vining, as he worked on the railroad construction of "Vining's Bridge" laying tracks in the area. The railroad is still state-owned as it was from the beginning, and is now leased to CSX.

The Union Army occupied the Vinings area during Sherman's Atlanta Campaign of the American Civil War in 1864 and the subsequent March to the Sea. Pace's home, which had been used as a hospital for Union troops, was destroyed in the process. Vinings recovered after the war, as Governor Brown leased the railroad to Vinings to bring passengers to the springs and pavilions built to encourage a respite from the reconstruction of Atlanta. Vinings was officially recognized as a community in 1904, the same year the one-lane bridge was constructed across the Chattahoochee River. The town was never incorporated, though it had been discussed whether it should become a "township". The Vinings Historic Preservation Society seeks to keep the town's history alive.

Vinings is located at 33°51′58.9″N 84°27′57.85″W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 3.3 square miles (8.5 km²), of which 3.2 square miles (8.3 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km²), or 3.34%, is water.

Vinings places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, offering numerous facilities and programs to enhance residents' well-being. Wellstar Vinings Health Park and Northside Medical Cumberland are nearby healthcare facilities that provide comprehensive healthcare services, including wellness check-ups and specialized treatments. For yoga enthusiasts, Giving Tree Yoga + Wellness provides a serene environment for practice. Stretch therapy can be found at Kika Stretch Studios Vinings, which helps enhance flexibility and reduce pain. For a comprehensive spa experience, Radiance Medspa Atlanta offers a range of treatments. Another excellent spa option is LeHua Spa known for its relaxing atmosphere. Fitness buffs can attend classes at Village Health Wellness Spa, which combines spa services with fitness training.

Top sites in Vinings, GA are The Escape Game Atlanta (The Battery), Atlanta Botanical Garden, and Truist Park.

Population: 13,538 (2023). ZIP code: 30339. Area codes: 770/678/470. Elevation: 915 ft (279 m). Area: 3.23 sq mi (8.37 km²).

FAQs

Is Vinings, GA expensive?

Vinings is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta Metro metro area, which is ranked 131 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. According to C2ER (the Council for Community and Economic Research), the cost of living in Vinings is estimated to be 94.6% of the national average making it an average US city. The total monthly expenditure you can expect to incur depends on the cost of housing, food, utilities, transportation, healthcare, and other miscellaneous goods and services. Note that your household composition (single or married, number of kids) and home ownership status (renting vs. owning) might affect your monthly expenses.

Is Vinings, GA a good place to live?

Vinings is in Cobb County and is one of the best places to live in Georgia. Living in Vinings offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. Many young professionals live in Vinings and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Vinings are above average.

What is the history of Vinings, GA?

Located alongside the Chattahoochee River and a mere ten miles northwest of Downtown Atlanta, Vinings contains the perfect blend of Southern charm and modern-day sophistication. Home to over 9600 residents, Vinings is an unincorporated town that was originally known as Crossroads and then Paces back in 1830. By the 1830s, Vinings was known for its proximity to the Chattahoochee River and the ferry stations that lined the area.

Sources

Cobb County

Wikipedia

Vinings

Zerodown

Niche

The Escape Game Atlanta (The Battery)

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Truist Park

Wellstar Vinings Health Park

Northside Medical Cumberland

Giving Tree Yoga + Wellness

Kika Stretch Studios Vinings

Radiance Medspa Atlanta

LeHua Spa

Village Health Wellness Spa

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