West End
Suburban Neighborhood in Augusta, Georgia
Richmond County 30901, 30904
Vast selection of traditional homes
Most of the home inventory in the West End lines narrow neighborhood streets. A collection of ranch homes and bungalows adorn rectangular lots with tall trees scattered throughout backyards. However, there is a chance to purchase a Craftsman property that backs up to the Augusta Canal. Prices are usually less than $100,000 for a ranch or bungalow but can rise to around $400,000 for a waterfront property. “There is hardly any inventory in the West End, but whatever comes on the market sells. Many investors look here, but we also have a steady stream of traditional home buyers that look here as well,” Williams says.
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Being active along the Savannah River
The neighborhood is home to Lake Olmstead Park, which has the frequented Lake Olmstead Trailhead, a 2.5-mile, unpaved trail once used by the mules that pulled boats along the canal. The park provides access points for boats to get on the lake. Another unique park feature is Julian Smith Casino, which, although it sounds like a gambling hall, is an event venue available for rental and hosts both public and private events with scenic overlooks of the park and the lake. The neighborhood is along the Augusta Canal Trail, nearly an 11-mile out-and-back trail.
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Learning in the Richmond County School System
West End students are zoned for the Richmond County School System, which scores a C-minus on Niche and offers magnet and specialty programs for middle and high schoolers. Children will head to Lamar-Milledge Elementary School, rated as a C-minus, W.S. Hornsby Middle School, graded as a D-plus, and Lucy C. Laney High School. Laney scores a C-minus, and each student gets their own personal laptop through the Power Up Richmond County Schools program. The neighborhood has two private school options. Westabou Montessori School, which serves as an elementary school and an after-school opportunity for kids up to 15, or Curtis Baptist School, offers kindergarten through 12th grade.
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Ironman Triathlon in September
Augusta hosts an Ironman Triathlon each September, bringing numerous athletes to the city. Portions of the 70.3-mile race take place in the West End, while the swimming portion takes place in the Savannah River. Of course, Augusta’s claim to fame is the Master’s. The week-long golf tournament is held the first full week in April annually.Blocks from the Medical District
Commuters can get around town using the Augusta Transit, the city’s public bus line. West End is home to the Augusta Transit Transfer Center, so all nine bus routes service the neighborhood. The neighborhood is on Broad Street, where most of the downtown restaurants are located blocks away, and the John Calhoun Parkway, which turns into Washington Road, one of the city's main arteries. West End is a little more than a mile from the Augusta Medical District, which has both the Piedmont Augusta Hospital and the Charlie Norwood VA Hospital.
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Minutes from downtown Augusta
Closer to home, residents can shop at the Family Dollar in the Howard Shopping Center in the neighborhood. Locals can also head west on Washington Road, where they find numerous chain grocers such as Publix and Kroger. West End is a few blocks north of downtown Augusta, which offers multiple restaurants and a nightlife. Some of those spots include Farmhaus Burgers or try one of the many whiskey drink selections from Whiskey Bar, which also serves Japanese and American fare. Downtown Augusta has multiple entertainment venues, including the Miller Theater and Bell Auditorium, that host local, regional and national shows. In late 2026, the city will open a brand-new James Brown Arena, a state-of-the-art 10,500-seat venue.
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Crime
West End’s CAP Index Crime Score ranks 7 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4 out of 10. All the neighborhood’s Crime Scores are higher than the national average, including homicide and burglary, receiving 9 out of 10 Crime Scores. The area has multiple community outreach programs, including the Hub for Community Innovation in Augusta, which helps provide housing, healthy food sources, health care and educational support. Children can head to the Salvation Army Kroc Center for after-school activities, which sits on a 17-acre site and serves the community. One of just 26 centers nationwide, the Kroc Center is named for Ray and Joy Kroc, the founders of McDonald’s, and is a safe gathering space for families to help nurture children’s social, art and athletic skills. The Augusta Kroc Center offers an indoor water park, classroom space, a banquet hall, and a theater.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Shannon Rollings
Shannon Rollings
Responds QuicklyShannon Rollings Real Estate
(762) 320-2613
2,972 Total Sales
2 in West End
$78K - $180K Price Range
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Betsey Davis
Betsey Davis
Jim Hadden Real Estate
(762) 775-5417
226 Total Sales
1 in West End
$51,000 Price
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Sandy Butler
Sandy Butler
Responds QuicklyDefoor Realty
(762) 994-5063
151 Total Sales
1 in West End
$110,000 Price
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Jamie Long
Jamie Long
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Augusta
(762) 994-5033
162 Total Sales
1 in West End
$36,000 Price
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Jeff Keller III
Jeff Keller III
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Jeff Keller Realty
(762) 224-5854
73 Total Sales
1 in West End
$54,900 Price
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Christine May
Christine May
Responds QuicklyLeading Edge Real Estate
(762) 800-1105
494 Total Sales
1 in West End
$450,000 Price
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 4th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Augusta Common Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Dyess Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Events
Springfield Village Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Lake Olmstead Park
Augusta Riverwalk
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- River
Bedford Heights Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West End | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West End Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West End, Augusta sell after 101 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West End, Augusta over the last 12 months is $95,000, up 73% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$110,000
Median Sale Price
$95,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$90,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
73%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$105
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
420
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1917
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,296
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,627
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,455 - $2,750 per month
- The Lofts at King Mill
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 628+ Sq Ft
- 1701 Goodrich St
- Augusta, GA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,007
Median Age
35
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$17,822
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$43,009
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
63.2%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
% Population in Labor Force
53.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
74
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
37
/ 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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