The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30816 sells for about $250,000, or $152 per square foot.
Prices are up +8.7% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 46 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $826 a month.
ZIP 30816 — Keysville
The Hephzibah housing market shows signs of stability with moderate price growth and a competitive environment for buyers. Limited inventory continues to drive demand, keeping the market active despite broader economic fluctuations. Prices remain relatively affordable compared to the national average, supporting steady interest from local families.
This area is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking more affordable housing options compared to the urban core of Augusta.
Median prices moved up 8.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 46 days on market with 67.8 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
4% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.3% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.2% · poverty 19.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 30816, 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.
Public schools in the area are served by the Richmond County School System, which maintains a diverse range of educational facilities.
The area is subject to standard regional climate risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds; flood risk varies by specific parcel location.
Economic momentum is tied to the broader Augusta metropolitan area, benefiting from proximity to major regional employers and infrastructure projects.
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 commute by car toward the Augusta employment core, with an average commute time of approximately 28 minutes.
The area features local parks and green spaces, with proximity to regional golf courses and shopping centers in the greater Augusta area.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand and relatively affordable pricing, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment units.
The economy is anchored by the Augusta metropolitan area, with major sectors including healthcare, education, and military-related industries at Fort Eisenhower.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, relying on regional highway corridors for access to the Augusta metropolitan area.
Development is focused on residential expansion and infrastructure improvements consistent with the growth of the Augusta suburbs.
The Richmond County Tax Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes, utilizing annual assessments to determine fair market value.
Parcels are subject to Richmond County property taxes and the Richmond County School System district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the proximity to flood-prone areas in the Savannah River basin.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau and Point2Homes demographic reports.
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.
Serves as a local hub for community events and recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.