Affordable Storage in Augusta

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Augusta.

About Augusta, GA

Augusta is a city/county combination on the border of Georgia and South Carolina. The two states are separated by the natural barrier formed by the Savannah River as it runs through the area that includes Augusta. North Augusta is a separate city on the side of South Carolina. Augusta City grew so big that it overtook Augusta County, so now the city and country are combined. The U.S. Census conducted in 2020 says the population is 202,081.

The city started in 1735 with its founding by James Oglethorpe. Oglethorpe was working on behalf of British interests and King George. He wanted to set up a town to create a massive cotton plantation that could be farmed by enslaved labor. Oglethorpe also founded Savannah two years before Augusta for the same reason. Both cities made extensive use of the resources of the Savannah River for water and transportation.

The Savannah River is one of the reasons Augusta is a nice place to live. Nowadays, the city is best known for its golf courses and the PGA Masters golf tournament.

What to do in Augusta, GA

Here are some things to see and do in the area:

• Features: Fort Eisenhower is an army base on the southwestern side of the city. You can enjoy a round of golf at the Eisenhower Lakes Golf Club.
• Events: The city has many PGA golf courses and hosts the annual Masters tournament. Concerts are held at the James Brown Arena, which has an occupancy of 8,000. The Augusta Convention Center hosts industrial, business, and cultural events.
• Museums: Black history is the Lucy Craft Laney Museum theme. It is near the Augusta Museum of History and the Morris Museum of Art.
• Destinations: Nature lovers and outdoor sports enthusiasts will enjoy Diamond Lakes Regional Park, Blythe Area Recreation Center, and Leitner Lake Recreation Complex

Working in Augusta, GA

The local economy is supported by Augusta tourism, healthcare, education, retail, manufacturing, and construction. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. The average annual household income is $55,408. This is about $14,000 less than the U.S. average of $69,021. The economy is growing a little faster than the rest of the USA. Augusta's predicted ten-year job growth rate is 38.5%, which exceeds the predicted American average of 33.5%.

The industries offering the most jobs are healthcare (16.4%), education (9.3%), accommodations/restaurants (8.6%), construction (5.6%), administration (4.6%), government (5.2%), and professional services (3.1%).

Augusta, GA Neighborhoods

The area to the southwestern side of the city is influenced by the military base located there. Here are some neighborhoods near the military base that are worth considering:

• Fort Eisenhower: Off-base housing near the base is modestly priced. There are always plenty of rentals available because of the military personnel's two- or three-year tours. The median real estate price is $165,203. The average rental home costs $2,621. The vacancy rate is 29.6% due to the high turnover of the properties.
• Belair: If you are looking for something to buy that is a bit nicer, consider this area. The median real estate price is $208,561. Rental homes are about $2,805 monthly. Vacancies are 22.4%, which means it is easy to find a rental home.
• Barton: Bargain hunters will want to search this area for an inexpensive home. The median home sales price is $116,678. Single-family homes and apartments are available to rent for an average of $1,834 per month. The vacancy rate is 14.2%, so finding a place to rent is easy.
• Jamestown West: The median real estate price is lower at $252,543. You can find a good quality home to buy or rent. There are apartment complexes and mobile home parks if you want to rent a place. The average rent is $2,066 monthly.

Augusta, GA School District

The Richmond County School System manages the public schools. The expense for each student is $12,591 annually. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14-to-one.

There are two dozen private schools to choose from in the Augusta area. The top private schools in Augusta are the Augusta Christian Schools (PK to 12th), Augusta Preparatory Day School (NS to 12th), and Episcopal Day School (NS to 8th).

A popular public four-year college in Augusta is Augusta State University. There are six other colleges within 50 miles. To go to trade school, students like the Augusta Technical College. It is one of the four technical schools in Augusta.

Moving to Augusta, GA Resource Guide

The city/county combined government consists of a mayor and ten commissioners serving on the Augusta Commission.

The Augusta Georgia Recreation & Parks is responsible for the parks, campgrounds, playgrounds, community centers, picnic areas, and athletic fields for baseball, softball, and soccer. There are swimming pools, basketball courts, tennis courts, and dog parks.

There are youth activities and adult programs. Special programs for seniors (60+ years old) can help keep them active and healthy. Youth enjoy after-school activities such as dance classes and participation in sports and fitness programs. There are spring camps and summer camps. Adults benefit from health, nutrition, and exercise programs. Those over 60 can get meals delivered.

Augusta, GA Housing

The median home sales price in Augusta is $204,000. In recent years, the market has remained more or less at the same median price. It is a balanced market with about the same number of buyers and sellers.

The cost of living in Augusta is 9% lower than other parts of Georgia and 18% lower than the American average.