2018 Best Places to Live in the Augusta AreaAbout this List

Evans

• Town in Georgia
• 131

Current Resident: Evans is a wonderful place to live. It’s got everything someone needs to start a family, entertain the family, and grow old with them. Great schools: elementary-college. Incredible neighborhoods at low costs, but great amenities and very low crime rates. Only thing keeping me from giving it the 5th star, that it could easily obtain in the near future, is the lack of original small businesses: restaurants, boutiques, etc. and the lack of entertainment for young adults.

Evans is in a prime location. It’s right next to the Augusta National golf course, champions retreat golf course, and is the home of the international Disc Golf association. It’s 2 hours from several beaches, mountains, and major cities in Atlanta and Charlotte. Evans is boarding the Savannah river and clarks Hill lake.
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• A

• A-

• 35,204 Population

Martinez

• Town in Georgia
• 78

Current Resident: I love this town! It's quiet and has great schools. We are also very close to everything but not so close to the business district that my kid cant play outside due to the traffic. There is plenty of forest still left for there to be wild birds and other animals, like rabbits.
Read 78 Reviews

• A

• A-

• 35,808 Population

Harlem

• Town in Georgia
• 8

Current Resident: I like living in Harlem because it’s quiet, more country living and little to zero crime. Police are a constant presence in Harlem. We do ave a grocery store and dollar stores as well as gas stations and a few places to eat. It’s quiet and convenient.
Read 8 Reviews

• A-

• A-

• 2,971 Population

Aiken

• Town in South Carolina
• 88

Current Resident: I love the fact that there is much culture, history, and engaging activities to immerse yourself into. The educational system here is excellent and there are many employment opportunities for a smaller area. There is a friendly and diverse mix of people here that provides a welcoming environment. This is a very safe area with lots of living options for homebuyers as well. Overall, I feel that Aiken is a wonderful and has something for just about family large or small!
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• A-

• B-

• 30,277 Population

Grovetown

• Town in Georgia
• 65

Current Resident: Grovetown is beautiful, clean, safe and has an amazing school district! With historical Augusta right down the road, and Columbia a quick drive north, there is no shortage of things to do and places to see. Grovetown is an amazing sight for anybody visiting, and definitely in the top 10% of places to live in Georgia. If you're looking for a place to live in GA that is affordable yet still has many opportunities, look no further than Grovetown.
Read 65 Reviews

• A-

• A-

• 13,353 Population

North Augusta

• Town in South Carolina
• 72

Current Resident: I have lived here my whole life. It’s a great community to raise a family. We are a small town but with lots of fun things to do and see. My favorite, the Greenway. It’s a path that goes all around our city made for walker, runners, biking and more. You’ll walk right next to the beautiful Savannah river!
Read 72 Reviews

• B+

• B-

• 22,268 Population

Belvedere

• Town in South Carolina
• 25

Former Resident: I have lived in the Belverdere Community from 1979-2004. When we first moved in there wasn't many children to play with. When other families moved in I was able to make friends. The community was quiet, and very safe. Growing up in the community everyone was very friendly. We all became a family. We shared the same school and we visited each other daily, we had great respect for each other. As a child we all grew up to adulthood together in the neighborhood. We had very little fights, the normal but within 5 minutes we were back playing together. After my mother past away it really wasn't the same living out there. We were all adults had moved on making a life for ourselves leaving out parents to live alone with grandchildren. but we visited frequently. Life was great in the community life would never be the same without it. Memories are cherished forever.
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• B

• B-

• 5,063 Population

Edgefield

• Town in South Carolina

• B-

• B-

• 4,738 Population

Graniteville

• Town in South Carolina
• 5

Current Resident: Graniteville may not have many attractions, but it's close to the interstate, so you can get anywhere. There is a growing residential area, and you can drive through downtown to see the historic cotton-mill town. It lies right between the growing cities of North Augusta and Aiken, and even boasts its own elementary and soon-to-be middle schools. The atmosphere is friendly and Southern, and you never run out of people to love on you.
Read 5 Reviews

• B-

• B-

• 3,348 Population

Augusta

• City in Georgia
• 439

Former Resident: I've been living in Augusta,Georgia all of my life and I must say that it is a wonderful place to grow up. I love Augusta because it is a place where you can raise your children without having to worry so much. The cost of living is nice for the 2nd largest city in Georgia. My only issue is the amount of things to do in South Augusta. Everything nice is usually built in West Augusta. In April, the Master Tournament comes to Augusta and fills our city with new comers and gives the city a whole new vibe. People who visit love it here! Augusta is a great place for those looking to start a family or even retire.
Read 439 Reviews

• B-

• C-

• 196,899 Population

New Ellenton

• Town in South Carolina
• 2

• B-

• B-

• 2,387 Population

Burnettown

• Town in South Carolina
• 6

Niche User: I've lived here for practically my whole life. My brothers and I have forged many great memories and relationships in the surrounding neighborhood. It's peaceful and quite. The perfect place for a family.
Read 6 Reviews

• B-

• B-

• 2,771 Population

Murphys Estates

• Town in South Carolina

• B-

• B

• 1,423 Population

Hephzibah

• Town in Georgia
• 19

Current Resident: The peaceful environment and accessability to the city of Augusta. I am able to be out of traffic and the hustle and bustle of the city, and only have to deal with it if I choose to. Hephzibah is a small city, but it is what I like for the lifestyle that I am trying to live at the moment. I have lived in the city prior to moving to Hephzibah, and the change is scenery is everything that I needed. Hephzibah has very freindly citizens and large amounts of land that are suitable for building a home and starting a family.
Read 19 Reviews

• B-

• D+

• 4,066 Population

Warrenville

• Town in South Carolina
• 1

• C+

• B-

• 1,093 Population

Gloverville

• Town in South Carolina
• 1

Current Resident: I really enjoy Gloverville. Everybody is very nice and helpful. This community is very close. I feel very safe in my neighborhood. Gloverville is in a great location, one can get to local businesses quickly. It is a way to be close enough to the busy part of town without actually having to be in the busy part of town. There are many churches in this town and also in close surrounding towns. This is a small town that means everybody pretty much knows everybody. The schools in Gloverville are outstanding. The students receive a great education in a safe environment.
Read 1 Review

• C+

• B-

• 2,730 Population

Clearwater

• Town in South Carolina
• 3

• C+

• B-

• 4,657 Population

Waynesboro

• Town in Georgia
• 6

Current Resident: I have been living in Waynesboro for 22 years. Waynesboro is a little town made up of no more than 5,000 people. It's safe and welcoming to need comers and a great vacation spot. Many people pass through and collect souvenirs to take home. Waynesboro is pretty cool though one improvement that would make a major difference is a place for the youth. Most of our crimes are committed by the youth who just don't have nothing to do. A nice, friendly youth center would do some justice. It can consist of games both fun and educational, tutors and mentors, and different trips so the youth can see there's more out there.
Read 6 Reviews

• C+

• C+

• 5,603 Population

Langley

• Town in South Carolina

• C

• B-

• 1,117 Population

Thomson

• Town in Georgia
• 12

Works Here: Thomson is a small town within he state of Georgia. The town has proclaimed a lot of history to include Blind Willie McTell. Throughout the town, there are numerous guitars displayed to contribute and instill the heritage that has been established. Additionally, every year there is a annual festival that honors music.
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• C-

• C+

• 6,599 Population

Appling

• Town in Georgia
• 2

Current Resident: Appling is a small country town, it is very peace full. There isn't any thing really to dislike about Appling. Overall experience is great! I've lived there all my life and still love it today!
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• A-

• A-

• 771 Population

Trenton

• Town in South Carolina
• 1

Current Resident: I've lived in Trenton, SC since I was eight years old. It's a great town. It's small with lost of space. It's also quiet with not much commotion. One thing I would change about it would be the lack of entertainment and shopping opportunities,
Read 1 Review

• B

• B-

• 305 Population

Jackson

• Town in South Carolina
• 4

Current Resident: Small but comfy and accommodating. Great town! Has a lot of potential. The town hall works with you and is very kind. They truly listen to what you have to say. And have fun little festivals. Looking for a quiet and calming neighborhood, Jackson is the place to be.
Read 4 Reviews

• B-

• B-

• 1,810 Population

Johnston

• Town in South Carolina
• 3

• B-

• B-

• 2,476 Population

Blythe

• Town in Georgia
• 4

Current Resident: The people here are all around good. Everyone keeps to themselves and there is never violence in the are.
Read 4 Reviews

• C+

• C-

• 616 Population