National Hills is an established Augusta neighborhood, where brick ranch-style homes sit just a short drive from Augusta National Golf Club and Downtown Augusta. Most of what residents need day to day is within the community itself, from scenic parks along the Savannah River to a stretch of shopping and dining options along Washington Road. Altogether, National Hills is a practical neighborhood with a central location and a settled, residential feel.
National Hills features a mix of single-family homes and townhouses. Brick ranch-style homes from the mid- to late 20th century make up most of the neighborhood’s housing stock, with occasional Colonial Revival or split-level properties. Depending on size, age and condition, these houses can range in price from the high $100,000s to the low $300,000s, while townhouses, mainly built in the early 2000s, often cost between the mid-$100,000s and the low $200,000s. “National Hills has a mature landscape,” says Jeffery Patterson, a real estate agent with Better Homes and Gardens EP, who has sold homes throughout Augusta. “You’ll find older homes with larger lots than many nearby neighborhoods.”
Augusta National Golf Club is just south of National Hills in the Lakemont neighborhood. Each April, it hosts the prestigious Masters Tournament, drawing about 40,000 patrons to the exclusive club each day. While this influx of visitors obviously brings traffic to Washington Road, where the club is located, and crowds to local businesses, it also creates an energy that’s hard to find in other cities. Local life and conversations center on the tournament for about two weeks. Plus, there’s a financial incentive for homeowners in the area. “A large majority of people rent out their houses for the tournament,” Patterson says. The Augusta Rule, a special tax provision, allows Augusta residents to rent their homes for up to 14 days tax-free.
The Richmond County School System serves National Hills. The district has many choice pathways, including in-district transfers, specialty programs and four magnet schools. Admission to magnet schools is competitive, not lottery-based, and is based on grades, attendance, conduct and a district-administered math and reading assessment.
In National Hills, you can easily run errands along Washington Road, a major commercial corridor. Grocery stores here include Kroger and The Fresh Market. There’s a Publix in the adjacent West Augusta neighborhood, also home to Surrey Center, an upscale open-air mall. Within 5 miles, you can reach Downtown Augusta, which features a variety of local shops and eateries, and Summerville, sometimes called the city’s dining district, offering even more restaurants.
National Hills offers a range of things to do for fun, from waterfront parks along the Savannah River to indoor recreational spaces. Without leaving the neighborhood, you can:
National Hills has easy access to Interstate 20, which connects with Interstate 520. A few bus stops are also in the area, allowing residents to travel throughout the city via public transit. Here’s how far National Hills is from employment centers and airports:
Hurricane Helene struck Augusta in September 2024, with wind gusts exceeding 100 miles per hour. The storm caused widespread tree loss, damaging many homes, and National Hills, with its old-growth oaks and mature pines, was particularly vulnerable. While many residential properties have been renovated or rebuilt, experts say full canopy restoration could take decades. Even outside of major storms, flooding is a reality in Augusta. When heavy or prolonged rainfall saturates the ground, the city's aging drainage systems, creeks and tributaries can exceed capacity, sending water into streets and yards.
Debra Franco
Better Homes & Gardens Executive Partners
(762) 775-5422
115 Total Sales
1 in National Hills
$524,800 Price
Jaime Powell
Keller Williams Realty Augusta
(888) 367-0364
44 Total Sales
2 in National Hills
$175K - $318K Price Range
Gerilyn Delaurentys
Meybohm Real Estate - Evans
(762) 320-2621
125 Total Sales
5 in National Hills
$165K - $285K Price Range
Shawna Woodward
RE/MAX Reinvented
(762) 800-8557
159 Total Sales
3 in National Hills
$201,000 Price Range
Jeffery Patterson
Better Homes & Gardens Executive Partners
(762) 224-6012
46 Total Sales
3 in National Hills
$315,000 Price Range
Ann Marie McManus
Meybohm Real Estate - Wheeler
(762) 994-5124
257 Total Sales
9 in National Hills
$160K - $240K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | National Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in National Hills, Augusta sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in National Hills, Augusta over the last 12 months is $237,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$265,000
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Median Sale Price
$237,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$237,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$237,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$175,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
52
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$149
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Number of Homes
1,296
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Number of Homes for Sale
6
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Median Year Built
1986
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Months of Supply
1.40
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,567
Below the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,184
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
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$850 - $1,350 per month
$1,008 - $1,250 per month
$1,470 - $2,205 per month
$1,724 - $1,769 per month
$1,100 - $1,579 per month
$685 - $1,065 per month
$920 - $1,205 per month
$1,610 - $2,227 per month
$1,595 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
15
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Median Rent
$1,595
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,450
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,773
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Median Condo Rent
$995
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$995
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Total Population
5,825
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Median Age
34
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Population Density
5 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
12.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$53,674
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$64,930
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High School Graduates
91.9%
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College Graduates
40.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
14.5%
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% Population in Labor Force
75.4%
Above the national average
64.9%
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Annual Precipitation
44''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
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Annual Snowfall
0''
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Bikeability
Walkability
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Home to Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters Tournament each April
Highly commercial enclave with proximity to the world-famous Masters Tournament
New homes with antique influences are near shops and restaurants on the Savannah
Suburban neighborhood near Augusta National, private schools and upscale retail
Historic charm meets modern convenience in this Augusta neighborhood
Small and centrally located, with access to Augusta National and local shopping
