Michael McDonough
YOUR TOWN REALTORS
(513) 866-2706
90 Total Sales
4 in Augusta
$26K - $306K Price Range
Augusta
Located in Bracken County
The small, sleepy riverfront town of Augusta, Kentucky, wouldn’t ever be mistaken for Hollywood, but it nevertheless packs a celebrity punch. Superstar George Clooney grew up here, and his aunt, legendary actress and singer Rosemary Clooney, made it her home after retiring from the movie business. In fact, George’s mother still lives in Augusta and runs Nina’s, an eclectic Hollywood memorabilia and antiques shop on Main Street.
With its quaint, historic buildings and scenic Ohio River views – all surrounded by rolling hills – Augusta earned the title of Kentucky’s most picturesque town by USA Today. “It’s a place to get away from the rush of life,” says the city’s tourism director Janet Hunt.
Riverfront properties downtown showcase distinct architecture, including colonial, Federal, southern-style homes with double porches, as well as bungalows. Houses are situated close together and have small front yards. For those who prefer views of hills instead of water, homes in the rural areas outside of town offer larger lots and plenty of space between you and your neighbor. The median home sale price in Augusta is just over $150,000, which is less than half of the national median price.
Augusta Independent School District is comprised of one building that serves grades K-12. Students can participate in more than a dozen sports and extracurricular clubs, including archery and robotics.
Downtown Augusta offers plenty of dining options. Step beyond the brick archways and into the rustic interiors of the Augusta General Store, where you can order a bowl of fried green beans and a scoop of ice cream, then pick up a novelty item from the gift shop. When you see the green storefront with yellow trim, you’ve arrived at Augusta Pub, a homey spot to meet with friends for a beer and then stick around for a game of pool. At the Beehive Augusta Tavern, enjoy a farm-to-table meal inside an 18th-century row house. On the weekends, head out of town to enjoy bourbon barrel-aged wine at Baker-Bird Winery, one of the oldest commercial estate wineries in America.
You can also find unique stores downtown, like Studio 1019, a boutique that sells items crafted by local artisans, and Rosie’s Antique Emporium, which has a large selection of vintage furniture.
Attractions include the Rosemary Clooney House, the actress’s riverfront home turned museum that showcases memorabilia from the late singer, and Sunset Point, a picnic spot that offers panoramic views of the Ohio River.
Augusta residents enjoy a summer packed with events, including Junkfest, Augusta River Days, and the Art in the Garden food and music festival. During the summer, you can cruise down the river aboard the Jerry Ann Ferry, one of the oldest ferries in Kentucky. End the summer with live canon firing at the Civil War Historical Weekend. In the fall, attend the Turning of the Leaves Festival, Swingtime by the River, or Brooksville Harvest Festival. During the holidays, check out the White Christmas Parade.
Written By
Courtney Drenan
Photography Contributed By
Bob Benkert
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Agents Specializing in this Area
-
Michael McDonough
-
Ken Warden
Ken Warden
Warden & Associates
(859) 600-0843
25 Total Sales
1 in Augusta
$134,900 Price
-
Cindy Shetterly
Cindy Shetterly
Keller Williams Realty Services
(513) 866-3124
1,963 Total Sales
2 in Augusta
$145K - $1.2M Price Range
-
Jim Schack
Jim Schack
RE/MAX Victory + Affiliates
(513) 586-6333
160 Total Sales
1 in Augusta
$13,000 Price
-
Rusty Monahon
Rusty Monahon
Ken Perry Real Estate
(606) 649-0118
29 Total Sales
12 in Augusta
$22K - $1.2M Price Range
-
Sara Fryman
SF
Sara Fryman
Responds QuicklyPhillips Realty And Associates, LLC
(606) 649-0165
8 Total Sales
1 in Augusta
$288,000 Price
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
Augusta Housing Trends
On average, homes in Augusta, KY sell after 119 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Augusta, KY over the last 12 months is $350,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$360,000
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$145,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%
Area Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Months of Supply
0.00
Open Houses
-
Saturday, Sep 13Open Sat 12PM - 2PM
-
Saturday, Sep 13Open Sat 2PM - 4PM
Homes for Sale
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Augusta Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,147
Median Age
43
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,535
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,300
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.5%
College Graduates
15.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
