Why Live in Meadowbrook
Meadowbrook, located in Augusta, features a mix of midcentury brick and wooden clapboard ranch homes from the 1960s and '70s, typically offering around 1,500 square feet of living space on quarter-acre lots with mature pine and maple trees. Recent contemporary constructions are also available. The neighborhood is known for its family-oriented environment and attracts both homebuyers and investors due to its proximity to Fort Gordon, a significant local employer. Meadowbrook Park, situated off Meadowlark Road, provides a covered gathering area, a baseball field, and a playground. Additionally, the expansive 300-acre Diamond Lakes Regional Park is just 5 miles away, featuring fishing ponds, sports complexes, sand volleyball courts, and walking tracks. Residents have convenient access to a Walmart, CVS, Dollar Tree, and a large retail area less than a mile south, along with numerous strip malls on Route 1. Local dining includes the beloved Sconyers Bar-b-que, known for its pit-cooked meats. Meadowbrook is bordered by Route 1 and Interstate 520, facilitating easy travel around the city. The Augusta University Medical Center is 8 miles northeast, while the Augusta Regional Airport is also 8 miles southeast. For broader travel, locals often use Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The neighborhood's crime risk is comparable to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meadowbrook a good place to live?
Meadowbrook is a good place to live. Meadowbrook is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Meadowbrook is a suburban neighborhood. Meadowbrook has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.4 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $51,090 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 8.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Meadowbrook are home owners, with 41.8% of residents renting and 58.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Meadowbrook can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Meadowbrook neighborhood guide.
Is Meadowbrook, GA a safe neighborhood?
Meadowbrook, GA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Meadowbrook?
The median home price in Meadowbrook is $442,495. If you put a 20% down payment of $88,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,290 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $98K a year to afford the median home price in Meadowbrook. The average household income in Meadowbrook is $51K.
What are the best public schools in Meadowbrook?
The best public schools that serve Meadowbrook are:
- Johnson Magnet has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- Butler High School has a C- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Glenn Hills High School has a C- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.1.
What are the best private schools in Meadowbrook?
The best private schools that serve Meadowbrook are:
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Home Trends in Meadowbrook, GA
On average, homes in Meadowbrook, Augusta sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Meadowbrook, Augusta over the last 12 months is $415,000.
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$719,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,025,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$226
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
62
Median List Price
$442,495
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%