Why Live in Barton Chapel
Barton Chapel in Augusta features 1970s brick ranch-style houses alongside contemporary custom builds, with most homes offering at least 1,500 square feet of living space on lots of a quarter-acre or more. The neighborhood is shaded by mature pine and maple trees, creating a family-oriented environment with spacious yards. Barton Chapel has a crime score comparable to the national average. Residents can enjoy nearby Lombard Mill Pond, a 55-acre nature preserve with a quarter-mile trail, and Alice Pond, which offers hiking and wildlife views. The McDuffie Woods Community Center provides an indoor gym, tennis and basketball courts, and various programs for all ages. Shopping and dining options are plentiful along Deans Bridge Road, with eateries like JJ Wings & Seafood and Wrights BBQ. Augusta Mall, less than 10 minutes away, offers a wider variety of retail and dining choices. The neighborhood is conveniently bordered by Route 1 and Gordon Highway, connecting to Interstates 20 and 520. Augusta University Medical Center is 7 miles away, and Augusta Regional Airport is 9 miles south. Local students attend Glenn Hills Elementary, Middle, and High Schools, all part of the Richmond County School System, which offers free online tutoring and access to magnet schools through applications or lotteries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barton Chapel a good place to live?
Barton Chapel is a good place to live. Barton Chapel is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Barton Chapel is a suburban neighborhood. Barton Chapel has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.4 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $52,225 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Barton Chapel are renters, with 55.3% of residents renting and 44.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Barton Chapel can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Barton Chapel neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Barton Chapel?
The median home price in Barton Chapel is $390,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $78,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,020 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $87K a year to afford the median home price in Barton Chapel. The average household income in Barton Chapel is $52K.
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Home Trends in Barton Chapel, GA
On average, homes in Barton Chapel, Augusta sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Barton Chapel, Augusta over the last 12 months is $350,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$518,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$334,075
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$285,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$215,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$222
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Median List Price
$390,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%