North Augusta was incorporated in 1906, but two towns -- Campbell Town and Hamburg -- previously stood on some of the area that the city now occupies.
Although North Augusta might not be the biggest city (it had a population of 21,348 according to the 2010 U
North Augusta was incorporated in 1906, but two towns -- Campbell Town and Hamburg -- previously stood on some of the area that the city now occupies.
Although North Augusta might not be the biggest city (it had a population of 21,348 according to the 2010 U.S. Census), it has a decent amount of amenities, so you won't have to make a perilous trek to get your groceries or go out to eat. It's also just across the river from Augusta, Georgia, which means that you're never far away from the bright lights of a big (well, biggish) city.
Renting in North Augusta
Finding rental homes in North Augusta shouldn't be too much of a challenge for the savvy tenant. It's best to give yourself about four to six weeks to find a property to rent, as you don't want to get stuck renting an apartment or house that you don't love, just because you urgently need a roof over your head. The cost of moving into your new home will depend on the size, type and location of the property, but you can get a rough idea of what it will set you back. You might not have to crack open that piggy bank just yet, but you'll normally be asked to pay a month's worth of rent right away and often a security deposit on top of that. Some landlords will ask you to sign up for a minimum tenancy of 6 months or more, but sometimes you'll be able to rent on a month-to-month basis. These kinds of contracts are more common in rental condos and apartments.
North Augusta Neighborhoods
In historic towns like North Augusta, you'll often find a sizable difference between neighborhoods, as some would have been part of the original town, whereas other parts are modern additions that have only been developed relatively recently. There are all kinds of rental homes available across the town's different neighborhoods, so it's just a matter of finding the right area for you.
Sweetwater: This is a newer neighborhood, with most of the homes having been built between the 1970s and the present day. It's mostly houses in this area, many of which are large or medium-sized.
City Center: This is where you'll find the most going on, in terms of eating out, shopping and other activities. There's a good mixture of houses and apartment buildings in this neighborhood. Many of the homes are on the older side.
Rainbow Falls: This neighborhood is a bit out from the center, but you do get plenty of green space and many of the properties are on larger plots.
Life in North Augusta
Community is key in North Augusta and you'll find a number of town events happening through the year, which you can either simply attend or get involved in organizing. Highlights of the calendar include SpringFest and the Jack-o'-Lantern Jubilee. This town is a great place for people who love to be outdoors. Not only are there 17 city parks across North Augusta (some of which have awesome facilities, such as tennis courts and baseball fields), the city is also not far from the edge of the 371,000-acre Sumter National Forest. Wildlife lovers might like to visit Brick Pond Park, which is a designated nature reserve. Those who are more fond of sports will be impressed by the three golf clubs that the town has to offer, or the Riverview Park Activities Center, with its multitude of fitness facilities. If you're interested in the town's history, you might like to visit the Living History Park or have a gander at some of North Augusta's most historic buildings, such as Rosemary Hall or Lookaway Hall. You'll find there are abundant places to grab a bite to eat, offering all kinds of cuisine, from fun tapas dishes at TASTE to top-notch pizza and pasta at Antonio's Italian Eatery.
