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HEALTHY LIVING
LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE IN THE GREATER AUGUSTA REGION
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The best indicator of a community’s financial strength is the resilience of its local housing market. A low cost of living, approximately 92 percent of the national average, contributes to Augusta’s appeal as an ideal place to live, work and raise a family.
Some of the most authentic Southern architecture in Augusta clusters in the historic Summerville area. Picturesque homes with azaleas, dogwoods and magnolias grace the older neighborhood streets. The area is also home to the Summerville campus of Augusta University.
Minutes west of downtown Augusta is Columbia County, which also boasts riverside homes. Innovative development has included preserving 20 percent of the county’s land for green space, a network of bike paths and a town center philosophy. The River Island community, for instance, claims an on-site naturalist who organizes events to educate residents and consults with them on a variety of plant and wildlife topics.
Outdoor Recreation
The Greater Augusta Region offers a variety of options for outdoor recreation. The Savannah River, Augusta Canal, Lake Olmstead and Lake Thurmond are all located within easy reach, making water-based activities especially popular among outdoor enthusiasts.
At 71,000 acres, Lake Thurmond is the third-largest artificial lake east of the Mississippi River and is the premier spot in the area for fishing, boating, water skiers and campers.
Did you know homeowners in our area can rent their homes income tax free for Masters’ rentals?
The slower moving waters of the Augusta Canal and the paths that line its banks create a nature refuge in the heart of the city. Bicycling or walking, kayaking and fishing are favorite pastimes among residents and visitors alike. The 1.7-mile River Levee Trail which connects both sides of the canal to create a trail loop, and the canal towpath are among the area’s signature bike routes, offering up-close views of Augusta’s historic mills.
In Columbia County, Euchee Creek Greenway is Columbia County’s premier outdoor location for walking, running, and cycling. It is approximately 4.2 miles
Bartram Trail is the only public golf course in Columbia County to offer Mini Verde fine-bladed Ultra Dwarf Bermuda grass and features five par 5s and five par 3s.
