The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30906 sells for about $159,000, or $132 per square foot.
Prices are down 3.8% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 95 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,079 a month.
ZIP 30906 — Augusta
The 30906 housing market is currently experiencing a period of price stabilization following recent years of growth. While inventory remains available, the market is somewhat competitive, driven by demand for affordable housing near major employment hubs like Fort Eisenhower. Buyers are seeing a slight cooling in prices, reflecting broader regional trends.
This ZIP code is well-suited for first-time homebuyers, military families, and investors seeking affordable entry points into the Augusta market. Its proximity to major employment centers makes it a practical choice for commuters.
Median prices moved down 3.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 95 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
48% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 9.4% · poverty 24.5% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 30906, Richmond County GA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the 30906 area are higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue. Local law enforcement continues to focus on community-based policing to address these ongoing trends.
Schools in this ZIP code are primarily served by the Richmond County School System, which faces challenges in academic performance metrics compared to state averages. Several schools in the area are undergoing district-led improvement initiatives.
The area is subject to standard regional risks, including potential for localized flooding during heavy rainfall events. Property insurance premiums are influenced by these environmental factors and the general climate risk profile of the Augusta region.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to major regional employers like Fort Eisenhower and the medical district in downtown Augusta. Infrastructure improvements are focused on maintaining connectivity to these employment hubs.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Georgia) — Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction in the assessed value of the property; the state standard exemption is $2,000, which is subtracted from the assessed value before the millage rate is applied. State (Georgia) — Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment: Taxable tangible property is assessed at 40 percent of its fair market value. The formula for tax due is: ((Fair Market Value * 0.40) - Exemptions) * Millage Rate.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major access provided by I-520 and US-25. The commute to downtown Augusta and the medical district is generally under 20 minutes.
The area features several local parks and community centers, with proximity to the Augusta Canal and various golf courses. Shopping and dining options are concentrated along the major arterial roads like Deans Bridge Road.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from military personnel and medical staff, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment complexes. Vacancy rates remain relatively low due to the affordability of the area.
The economy is anchored by the military presence at Fort Eisenhower and the healthcare sector, which includes several major hospitals and medical research facilities. These sectors provide a stable employment base for the region.
The area is served by a network of highways including I-520, facilitating regional travel. Public transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership essential for most residents.
Development is primarily focused on residential infill and the expansion of commercial services along major corridors. There is ongoing interest in revitalizing older commercial strips to better serve the growing population.
The Richmond County Tax Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments typically updated annually to reflect market conditions.
Parcels are subject to Richmond County school and general government taxes, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are sensitive to regional weather patterns and the age of housing stock.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 30906.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.59.3 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.29.9 mi
- Richardson's Lake Water Park4.714.9 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.18.6 mi
- Mastermind Escape Games Augusta511.5 mi
- Topgolf4.210.3 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.111 mi
- SRP Park4.77.2 mi
- Stars and Strikes4.27.9 mi
- Bell Auditorium4.46.3 mi
- Riverwatch Cinemas4.710.2 mi
- Regal Augusta Exchange4.19.5 mi
- Phinizy Swamp Nature Park4.70.5 mi
- Riverwalk Augusta4.66.9 mi
- Stars and Strikes4.27.9 mi
- Augusta Museum of History4.76.6 mi
- Morris Museum of Art4.86.9 mi
- Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site4.77 mi
- Sacred Heart Cultural Center4.86.7 mi
- The TREEHOUSE4.86.5 mi
- Phinizy Swamp Nature Park4.70.5 mi
- Riverwalk Augusta4.66.9 mi
- Aqueduct Park4.58.1 mi
- Savannah Rapids Pavilion4.812.3 mi
- Langley Pond Park4.612.5 mi
- Augusta Riverwalk Marina4.66.7 mi
- Riverview Park Boat Ramp, SC4.57.9 mi
- Augusta National Golf Club4.78.8 mi
- Topgolf4.210.3 mi
- Augusta Country Club4.67.4 mi
- West Lake Country Club4.712.5 mi
- Forest Hills Golf Course4.37.6 mi
- Augusta Mall4.38.3 mi
- Publix Super Market at National Plaza4.59.4 mi
- Sprouts Farmers Market4.510 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.38.3 mi
- Publix Super Market at North Augusta Plaza4.58 mi
- Augusta Regional Airport4.20.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features sports fields, fishing lakes, and walking trails.
Public course serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.