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City of Winder, Georgia

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About homes in Winder

Census and NOAA figures for the city of Winder in Barrow County, not the metro, with a source for each.

1998Median year built1U.S. 1980
29%Built before 1980120% built since 2010
2001Owner-occupied median year built1rentals 1981
73%Detached single-family18% in 5+ unit buildings
67%Owner-occupied166% statewide
$288kMedian home value1Georgia median $303k

The median home in the city of Winder was built in 1998, newer than the U.S. median of 1980 and newer than the Georgia median of 1992. That is older than the Barrow County median of 2001.1 A large share of newer homes means many systems are still inside a warranty; checking that comes before any repair quote. Most of Winder's housing is recent: only 29% of units predate 1980 (U.S. 50%) and 20% were built since 2010. The largest single share, 27%, dates from 2000-2009. That makes it a newer stock than Barrow County as a whole (17% built before 1980).1 On houses from the 2000s, the common first-time jobs are the first roof replacement, original water heater and HVAC, and warranty paperwork on anything still covered.

Owner-occupied homes in Winder are newer than rentals: a median build year of 2001 against 1981.1 With owner-occupied homes skewing newer, many requests are first-time replacements of original builder-grade components. Housing in Winder is mostly detached single-family: 73% of units, with 8% in buildings of five or more units.1 A mostly detached stock means the full range of exterior work applies: roofs, garage doors, chimneys and backyard units.

67% of occupied homes in Winder are owner-occupied, in line with the Georgia share of 66%.1 The median owner-occupied home in Winder is valued at $288,500 (ACS), close to the Georgia median of $303,300. Within Barrow County the median is $294,700, so Winder sits close to it.1 The Gainesville Gilmer Ap station averages 42 nights a year at or below 32°F and 4 at or below 20°F.2,3 A real freeze season means masonry, roofing and exterior sealing are specified for freeze-thaw cycles.

Summers bring about 35 days a year at or above 90°F.2,3 Annual precipitation is about 52 inches, with 15 days a year of an inch or more.2,3 Heavy rainfall makes flashing, drainage and ventilation details the difference between a sound assembly and a wet one. Heating and cooling loads are both real: about 3,002 heating and 1,632 cooling degree days a year (base 65°F).2,3

Winder sits in IECC climate zone 3A (Mixed-Humid).4 Building permits in Winder are normally issued by the city building department.5,6

Share of Winder housing units by year built
Before 19401.8%
1940-19598.8%
1960-197918.2%
1980-199923.6%
2000-200927.3%
2010 or later20.3%
Sources and notes (6)
  1. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS 2020-2024 5-year (released 2026-01))
  2. NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, nearest station (1991-2020 normals (published 2021))
  3. NOAA NCEI normals station inventory (1991-2020)
  4. Guide to Determining Climate Zones by County: Building America and IECC 2021 Updates (PNNL-33270) (September 2022 (IECC 2021 county map))
  5. U.S. Census Bureau population estimates (Vintage 2024)
  6. U.S. Census Bureau geographic code files (2020)
  7. Climate figures are for NOAA station Gainesville Gilmer Ap, 20.3 miles from the place center; housing figures are ACS ACS 2020-2024 5-year with 90% margins of error in the source tables.

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How much does home remodeling cost in Winder, GA?

Most home remodeling projects in Winder, GA land between $18,000 and $95,000, depending on scope, access and material grade. That is an estimated range for planning, not a quote - call (844) 624-3161 and we will scope your job properly.

Do I need drawings before calling?

No. If you have them, good - if not, we start from what you want to change and work back to what the house allows.

How old are the homes in Winder?

The median home in the city of Winder was built in 1998, newer than the U.S. median of 1980 and newer than the Georgia median of 1992. That is older than the Barrow County median of 2001. Most of Winder's housing is recent: only 29% of units predate 1980 (U.S. 50%) and 20% were built since 2010. The largest single share, 27%, dates from 2000-2009. That makes it a newer stock than Barrow County as a whole (17% built before 1980). Those are Census figures for the whole housing stock, including apartments, not a statement about any one house.

What is the Winder climate like for exterior work?

The Gainesville Gilmer Ap station averages 42 nights a year at or below 32°F and 4 at or below 20°F. Summers bring about 35 days a year at or above 90°F. Annual precipitation is about 52 inches, with 15 days a year of an inch or more. NOAA 1991-2020 normals for the nearest station; a contractor still assesses the actual site.

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