Erica Harris
Keller Williams Realty Augusta
(762) 800-8274
48 Total Sales
1 in Bethlehem
$34,000 Price
Bethlehem
Suburban Neighborhood in Augusta, Georgia
Richmond County 30901
The little neighborhood of Bethlehem is the perfect place to turn your home into an inn. It’s located just 15 minutes away from the site of the world-famous Masters Tournament golf championship in Augusta. “You can’t overestimate the impact that the Masters brings,” says Stuart Brooks, an associate broker with Realty One Group Visionaries. “If you live in Bethlehem, you have the opportunity to rent your house out during the Masters. You could Airbnb it for one week and your mortgage for half the year is paid. Augusta also hosts the Iron Man triathlon, that’s another opportunity to Airbnb.”
Those looking to move to this historic community will find a wealth of early 1900s shotgun and craftsman cottages, as well as more recently built homes in those same styles. “They’ve kept the same aesthetic,” Brooks says. “The new construction hasn’t changed the way the neighborhood looks.”
Homes here typically range from 1,400 to 2,700 square feet and rest on small lots of less than a quarter acre. “It’s urban-core living, the lots are narrow,” Brooks says.
About two-thirds of the residences here have yet to be renovated and that’s reflected in the varying price points. You could find a fixer-upper for $60,000, while new construction hovers in the mid-$200,000s. “It’s a great place for first-time homebuyers or anyone looking for an affordable home,” Brooks says.
There are also city-led incentives that save homebuyers even more. “If you purchase one of these new homes you can get up to $25,000 in assistance for a down payment and a 10-year property tax deduction,” Brooks says. “There’s another program where you can get free paint supplies and other materials to rehab the exterior of your home.”
Public school students in the area may attend W.S. Hornsby Elementary and W.S. Horbnsby Middle, which are located next door to each other, and Lucy C. Laney High School. The elementary and middle schools are named after former Bethlehem resident W.S. Hornsby, who in 1898 co-founded the Pilgrim Health and Life Insurance Company, the first insurance provider for African Americans in Georgia. Hornsby’s Colonial Revival home still stands on Twiggs St.
Bethlehem residents have easy access to well-known discount chains such as Dollar General and Kroger grocery store is about 5 miles away on Washington Rd. For dining out, try WSS1 Wings, Subs & Salads. You can expect a wait at this popular eatery, but regulars say the taste of the lemon pepper and sweet bourbon wings are well worth it. Nutritious Alternatives is another local favorite among healthy eaters and junketerians alike.
Popular pastimes include cooling off at the nearby Jones Pool in the summer months or visiting Carrie J. Mays Family Life Center. The center offers a traditional playground, basketball courts, Zumba and art classes.
And for more entertainment options, downtown Augusta is just five minutes away. You can catch free live music shows at the monthly First Friday events on Broad Street from May to September. Or spend your Saturdays supporting area artisans and food vendors at the Augusta Market, which takes place at 8th St. Plaza along the Savannah River from March to November.
Bethlehem’s proximity to downtown and affordable prices have spurred new-found interest in this long-established neighborhood. “I have presold homes before they are even out of the ground,” Brooks said. “We have a waiting list. At any given time, there are 15 to 25 people waiting for a new home to be built.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Erica Harris
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Kenneth Woods
Kenneth Woods
Fast Track Realty, LLC
(901) 403-8653
56 Total Sales
1 in Bethlehem
$60,000 Price
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Steven Koleno
Steven Koleno
Dream Town Real Estate
(855) 618-0341
10,627 Total Sales
1 in Bethlehem
$18,000 Price
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Delresa Rollerson
Delresa Rollerson
EXP Realty, LLC
(706) 740-4087
59 Total Sales
1 in Bethlehem
$77,900 Price
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Stuart Brooks
Stuart Brooks
Realty One Group Visionaries
(803) 489-8440
100 Total Sales
10 in Bethlehem
$140K - $245K Price Range
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Stephanie Clarke
Stephanie Clarke
EXP Realty, LLC
(762) 320-2717
43 Total Sales
6 in Bethlehem
$15K - $225K Price Range
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 4th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Augusta Common Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Dyess Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Events
May Park
Pendleton King Park
- Disc Golf
- Dog Park
- Lake
Richmond County Hickman Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Events
Doughty Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bethlehem | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bethlehem, Augusta sell after 151 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bethlehem, Augusta over the last 12 months is $67,835, down 60% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$31,500
Median Single Family Price
$85,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$83
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Months of Supply
6.90
Median List Price
$97,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-84%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
586
Median Year Built
1916
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,113
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,319
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$7,000
- Land
- 3,484 Sq Ft Lot
- 1414 Picquet Ave
- New 1 day ago
Residential level lot offering convenience
Sandi Haskin Haskin Realty Group
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$7,000
- Land
- 3,484 Sq Ft Lot
- 1151 Davidson Ln
- New 1 day ago
Residential lot offering privacy and convenience.
Sandi Haskin Haskin Realty Group
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Homes for Rent
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$1,365 - $2,280 per month
- Beacon Station
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 698+ Sq Ft
- 1480 Wrightsboro Rd
- Augusta, GA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,739
Median Age
46
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$20,963
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$30,907
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
59.8%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.1%
% Population in Labor Force
46.2%
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®
48
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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