$168,548Average Value$219Average Price per Sq Ft11Homes For Sale
New developments in Barton Chapel
Investors have set their sights on Barton Chapel, just 8 miles southwest of downtown Augusta. Bordered by the Fort Gordon Reservoir and featuring leafy, green views along winding suburban streets, the neighborhood offers relatively low prices compared to the Augusta median. “It’s 100% a good place to invest. It’s less than 10 minutes from Fort Gordon, which is bringing in new jobs and driving a lot of growth in Augusta,” says Victor Umeh, a Realtor with Vylla Home Real Estate Service who owned property in the area. “You can buy a fixer-upper there for less than $50,000. Flippers are coming in and redoing the homes.” Investors have already begun to see the fruits of their labor, with restored midcentury dwellings hitting the market. As more attention has come to Barton Chapel, so have developers, with contemporary homes being built on spacious lots.
Recent home sales demonstrate a demand for both affordability and style in the area.
Nearby employment at Fort Eisenhower are shaping Barton Chapel's housing market.
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Midcentury homes and new traditional styles
Barton Chapel features 1970s brick ranch-style houses alongside contemporary, custom builds. Most properties offer at least 1,500 square feet of living space and rest on lots of a quarter-acre or more. Mature pine and maple trees provide shade for nearby homes and streets. “It’s an established neighborhood, and it’s a family-oriented environment,” says Tonda Booker, a Realtor with Meybohm Real Estate who has over a decade of experience. “The homes are not all right up against each other there, so you get a little more yard.” Midcentury ranch styles typically sell between $120,000 and $180,000, while fully restored homes or contemporary builds price between $200,000 and $320,000. The area has a CAP Index Crime Score of 5 out of 10, with 4 being the national average score.
Traditional brick ranch homes are found all throughout the Barton Chapel area.
Newer builds blend seamlessly into the area’s classic suburban landscape.
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Public schooling with Richmond County
Local students may attend Glenn Hills Elementary before progressing to Glenn Hills Middle and Glenn Hills High. All three schools have a C-minus grade on Niche. As part of the Richmond County School System (RCSS), students who attend district schools enjoy access to free one-on-one online tutoring services. Parents also have the opportunity to submit applications or participate in lotteries so their children can attend any of several magnet schools under RCSS.
Glenn Hills High School is one of two high schools serving the Barton Chapel area.
Glen Hills Middle School is one of the top schools in the Barton Chapel area.
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Interstate 520 and the Augusta Regional Airport
Barton Chapel is bordered by Route 1 and Gordon Highway, two major roads connecting to Interstates 20 and 520. Many hospitals in Augusta are only for military personnel and their dependents, so the closest general hospital is Augusta University Medical Center, 7 miles away near downtown Augusta. The Augusta Regional Airport is 9 miles south and serviced by Delta and American Airlines.
Barton Chapel’s road network facilitates visits to key destinations like Fort Eisenhower.
Developers are capitalizing on Barton Chapel's proximity to major highways such as I-520.
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Exploring nature at Alice Pond
Nearby Lombard Mill Pond is a 55-acre nature preserve where locals can stroll or bike along the quarter-mile trail that winds through woods and next to wetlands. Along the way are the ruins of an early 1900s mill. Alice Pond offers another popular spot for hiking, water views and glimpses of wildlife. McDuffie Woods Community Center features an indoor gym, tennis and basketball courts and hosts after-school programs, sports leagues and hobby clubs for all ages.
The McDuffie Woods Community Center complements outdoor fun with gym facilities.
Alice Pond sits just at the south end of the Barton Chapel area.
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Running errands off Deans Bridge Road
Whether it's Walmart Supercenter or Dollar Tree, residents in the Barton Chapel area have easy access to plenty of nationally known retailers along Deans Bridge Road. From the shrimp fried rice at JJ Wings & Seafood to the ribs and collard greens at Wrights BBQ, the neighborhood eateries provide diverse options. A wider variety of shopping and dining can be found at the nearby Augusta Mall, which Umeh says is less than 10 minutes away, especially with the freeway being so close to the neighborhood.
Major retailers like Walmart and Dollar Tree are staples for daily necessities.
Barton Chapel residents shop at major retailers like Walmart on Deans Bridge Road.
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Parks in this Area
Freedom Park
MM Scott Park
Valley Park
Tanglewood Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Augusta Regional at Bush Field
19 min drive
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Barton Chapel Demographics and Home Trends
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.
Welcome to 2621 Barton Chapel Road, an 8.81-acre wooded tract in Richmond County, GA providing strong potential for either a private homesite or a small-scale development. With approximately 440 feet of road frontage on Barton Chapel Road and rolling topography throughout, the property is located in a high-visibility area seeing ±15,000 cars per day. Full utilities are available, and there are no
3 bedroom/1.5 bath brick ranch in South Augusta with attached carport and large back yard! Great rental property or starter home. This is an as-is sale with no warranties, disclosures or representations. Buyer to verify room dimensions and schools, if important.
B2 Zoned Commercials lot approximately 2.5 acres Close to many established businesses such as Super Walmart, Pizza Hut, etc. Close to several schools. Ideal for multi family complex, daycare, nursing home, , multi purpose, etc.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,516
Median Age
34
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,115
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,225
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
% Population in Labor Force
61.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
17/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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