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Augusta Home Prices Track 2021 Boom Cycle Amid Shifting Buyer Patterns

Median sale prices in the city have climbed at rates comparable to the 2021 surge, though sales volume and days on market tell a different story.

By Augusta Property Desk · Published July 8, 2026

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Augusta median home prices reached $298,500 in the second quarter of 2026, a 9 percent increase from the same period in 2021 when the local market last hit a similar peak during low-interest-rate frenzy.

The comparison holds weight now because mortgage rates have settled near 6.4 percent after earlier volatility, yet buyer traffic remains steady in core neighborhoods rather than the frantic bidding wars of five years ago.

Sales Pace in Key Neighborhoods

Activity along Walton Way and in the Summerville district shows 142 homes sold between April and June, down from 187 transactions recorded in the same stretch of 2021, according to records from the Augusta Board of Realtors. Listings near the Augusta Riverwalk have drawn more investor offers this cycle, with several properties closing 3 percent above asking after 12 days on market.

Richmond County property rolls list average assessed values up 11 percent since mid-2021 for single-family homes in West Augusta, while the Old Town district posted a 7 percent gain over the same span.

Inventory and Days on Market Data

Active listings stood at 1,184 units on July 1, 2026, compared with 812 at the 2021 midpoint, producing a 2.8-month supply that exceeds the 1.4-month figure from that earlier boom. Homes sold in 28 days on average this quarter versus 19 days in 2021, per the same board data.

Buyers reviewing current listings should pull recent comps from the Augusta Multiple Listing Service and verify tax assessments through the county assessor’s office before submitting offers, especially on properties near Lake Olmstead or the Broad Street corridor.

This article is general information only and is not personal financial or investment advice. Consider your own circumstances and seek licensed professional advice before making financial decisions.

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