The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30802 sells for about $674,900, or $232 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.05% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 94 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $913 a month.
ZIP 30802 — Appling
The Appling housing market is characterized by low inventory and firm pricing, reflecting its status as a desirable, quiet alternative to the busier Augusta suburbs. While days on market have increased, price growth remains positive, driven by demand for larger lots and new construction. The market is currently balanced, favoring neither buyers nor sellers exclusively.
This ZIP is best suited for family buyers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking larger lots and lake access, while offering a quieter, more rural lifestyle compared to the dense suburbs of Evans.
Median prices moved up 3.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 94 days on market with 1.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
52% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 94% of asking — demand is cooling.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.1% · poverty 12.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 30802, Columbia 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.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Columbia County School District, which is generally well-regarded within the region.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds; flood risk varies by proximity to Clarks Hill Lake.
Growth is driven by residential expansion in Columbia County and proximity to the Augusta regional employment hub, including the cyber-security sector at Fort Eisenhower.
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.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving 20-30 minutes to reach major employment centers in Evans or downtown Augusta via I-20.
The area is anchored by proximity to Clarks Hill Lake (Lake Thurmond) and Mistletoe State Park, offering extensive boating, fishing, and hiking opportunities.
The rental market is limited in depth due to the area's rural-suburban character, with low vacancy pressure and a focus on single-family home rentals.
The economy is heavily influenced by the Augusta metropolitan area, with major anchors including the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence at Fort Eisenhower and the medical district in Augusta.
Public transit is non-existent in this rural-suburban area; residents rely entirely on personal vehicles for transportation.
Development is focused on low-density residential subdivisions expanding outward from the Evans suburban core.
The Columbia County Tax Assessor manages property valuations based on annual market assessments.
Parcels are served by the Columbia County School District and various local utility districts for water and fire protection.
Property insurance premiums are stable but sensitive to regional weather patterns, particularly wind and hail coverage.
Data retrieved from census.gov ZCTA profiles.
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.
A massive reservoir providing extensive water-based recreation.
Features camping, hiking trails, and lake access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.