Turpin Hill
Suburban Neighborhood in Augusta, Georgia
Richmond County 30901, 30904
Early 20th-century homes in various states of repair
Mature pine trees and early-to-mid 20th-century homes give the neighborhood a mature feel. Housing options include shotgun, bungalow and Minimal Traditional-style. "I sold a house there that was over 100 years old," Speight says. "Those houses have character and charm." Prices can range from $40,000 to $150,000, with major renovation projects on the low end. “Sometimes you have to gut the whole interior," Speight says. The city has spotlighted Turpin Hill as the blueprint for development for other Augusta neighborhoods. The improvements will take place over the next three to five years. Walton Green offers income-restricted apartments in the neighborhood, including a 55-plus complex.Pools, community centers and riverwalks
Jones Pool is a well-used neighborhood feature and the city's oldest public pool. City officials have discussed its possible closure due to poor condition. Other green spaces are outside the neighborhood. The Carrie J. Mays Family Life Center is a nearby recreation hub with a playground, indoor gym, group fitness activities, and senior programming. Augusta is perched on the Savannah River, and locals soak in the views on the downtown Riverwalk, a multi-level brick trail. The Riverwalk is also the backdrop for the Saturday Market, where local farmers, artisans and food vendors sell their wares from March through November.Public school options Georgia's only public medical school
The neighborhood is split between two Richmond County Schools zones. Kids on the west side may attend Wilkinson Gardens Elementary School, Murphey Middle School and Josey High School. The elementary and high school get C-minus grades from Niche, and the middle school gets a D-plus. Kids on the east side can attend Jenkins-White Elementary, Hornsby Middle School and Laney High School. The elementary and middle school get D-plus grades while the high school gets a C-minus. Laney High offers several Advanced Placement classes, which include STEM subjects, history and English. Augusta University is best known for the Medical College of Georgia — the state's first medical school and its only public medical school today. Students have options for dual-degree, advanced residency and advanced research pathways.Nationally headling acts on a brand new stage
Augusta draws nationally headlining acts, which will soon get a new stage. The up-and-coming Augusta Entertainment Complex will be a 10,000-capacity venue with about 100 annual events, including concerts, sporting events, conventions and festivals. It’s expected to be completed in 2027; in the meantime, shows are still happening at the historic Miller Theater. Augusta also hosts annual special events such as a June Pride festival, a Juneteenth festival and notably, the Masters golf tournament in April.Transportation routes and healthcare options
Many residents navigate the residential roads and sidewalks on foot or by bike. Residents also have downtown routes by bus or car. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard leads downtown. The Purple Line bus, through Augusta Transit, stops in the neighborhood every hour. The Medical District, where Augusta University is, has comprehensive healthcare options nearby. Wellstar MCG Health is the university's 250-bed teaching hospital serving medical, surgical, rehabilitative and emergency needs.Shops and restaurants in Turpin Hill and Downtown
Several businesses have shuttered over the years, and this community has been identified as a food desert. But city officials hope the revitalization will help build up business. Nearby Grocery is a multi-generational business that has been here since the 1940s. Nick's Kitchen specializes in soul food, with meat entrees such as pork chops, oxtails and ribs. Southgate Plaza is about 2 miles away and features a Harveys Supermarket, a Rose's discount store, a dentist and other shops and services. Bars and restaurants line the busy Broad Street downtown corridor. City investments in housing and streetscapes could help boost business. "There's a big push by the city to rebuild downtown," Speight says. "They're trying to spruce that area back up." Luigi's, Augusta's oldest family-owned restaurant, is a familiar favorite for Greek and Italian. The downtown nightlife finds a home at arcade bars, modern cocktail bars, sports bars and dance clubs.Augusta fights violent crime
Turpin Hill has an overall CAP Index crime score of 5 out of 10, but scores higher in some violent crime categories. Residents have expressed concerns about incidents of vandalism. In 2023, Augusta received support for violent crime reduction from the U.S. Department of Justice's Project Safe Neighborhood program.
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Liz Coughlin
Photography Contributed By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kenneth Woods
Kenneth Woods
eXp Realty, LLC
(901) 403-8653
57 Total Sales
1 in Turpin Hill
$84,000 Price
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Erica Harris
Erica Harris
Keller Williams Realty Augusta
(762) 800-8274
49 Total Sales
1 in Turpin Hill
$130,000 Price
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Kyle Merritt
Kyle Merritt
Responds QuicklyVandermorgan Realty
(762) 760-2624
89 Total Sales
1 in Turpin Hill
$33,750 Price
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Erica Barton
Erica Barton
Responds QuicklyMeybohm Real Estate - North Augusta
(762) 775-5256
269 Total Sales
1 in Turpin Hill
$198,000 Price
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Steven Koleno
Steven Koleno
Dream Town Real Estate
(855) 618-0341
10,904 Total Sales
1 in Turpin Hill
$32,000 Price
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Justin Bolin
Justin Bolin
VanderMorgan Realty LLC
(762) 775-5267
736 Total Sales
1 in Turpin Hill
$30,000 Price
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 4th to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Minnick Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Dyess Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Events
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 | Turpin Hill | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Turpin Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Turpin Hill, Augusta sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Turpin Hill, Augusta over the last 12 months is $114,000, up 185% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$123,900
Median Sale Price
$114,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$119,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
185%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$80
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
638
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1938
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,159
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,255
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$54,900
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,300 Sq Ft
- 1230 Swanee Quintet Blvd
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Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,543
Median Age
47
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$32,586
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$38,604
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.9%
College Graduates
8.9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.6%
% Population in Labor Force
38.8%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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