5 Best Places to Retire on a Lake

4. Greensboro, Georgia

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Greensboro is home to over 3,000 people and is situated near the beautiful Lake Oconee. Lake Oconee offers plenty of opportunities to relax and have fun. Retirees love to come to the lake to enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, and other water sports. The town boasts some exceptional golf courses, too. The cost of living in Greensboro is quite affordable and is 14.7% lower than the US average. The median listing home price is $533,000 as of May 2023.