Martinez, GA Real Estate
A Columbia County suburb of Augusta on the Savannah River.
Martinez, GA is a Columbia County suburb of about 33,750 residents on the Savannah River, with a median home value of $294,570, below the national median of $359,870. Money magazine ranked it #21 nationally on its 2021-2022 Best Places to Live list and in the top 5 for economic growth opportunity among the 1,300+ places it considered.
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Population | Approximately 33,750 residents |
Median home value | $294,570 (national median: $359,870) |
Average commute | 18.7 minutes |
National ranking | #21, Money's 2021-2022 Best Places to Live; top 5 for economic growth opportunity |
Location | Northwest border of Augusta, minutes from Augusta National Golf Club |
Martinez is located along the northwest border of the city of Augusta, minutes from Augusta National Golf Club. The community mixes older, established neighborhoods with newer master-planned and golf-course developments offering pools, fitness centers, tennis courts, clubhouses, and walking trails.
What to Love
- Riverfront lifestyle along the Savannah River and Augusta Canal
- Columbia County schools, including Lakeside and Evans High Schools
- A mix of established and new-construction neighborhoods
- Minutes from Augusta National Golf Club and downtown Augusta
Local Lifestyle
Martinez has an average commute of about 18.7 minutes, and much of daily life centers on the Savannah River and the Augusta Canal towpath. Residents fish, boat, and paddle the river, or use the canal's trail system for running, biking, and walking.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Things to Do
Savannah Rapids Park sits on 33 acres along the Augusta Canal and Reed Creek waterfall, with an 80-foot bluff overlooking the historic canal headgates. The park is currently under renovation, with facility rentals paused until an estimated summer 2027 completion. Visitors can fish, boat, kayak, hike, bike, jog, and picnic here, and
Savannah Rapids Kayak Rental runs Friday evening sunset paddles on the canal.
Outdoor Augusta Riverside offers kayak and paddleboard rentals and tours, including its Full Moon Tours.
Schools
Martinez is served by the Columbia County School System. Students may attend:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Martinez, GA a good place to live?
Money magazine ranked Martinez #21 nationally on its 2021-2022 Best Places to Live list, citing it as a top-5 market for economic growth opportunity and #6 for job growth among the 50 places on the list.
What is the median home price in Martinez, GA?
The median home value in Martinez is $294,570, below the U.S. median of $359,870.
What is there to do outdoors in Martinez?
Savannah Rapids Park offers fishing, kayaking, biking, and hiking along the Augusta Canal and Reed Creek waterfall, with additional trail access via the Augusta Canal Towpath.
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Lisa Moss has worked as a Realtor in the Georgia and South Carolina markets for fifteen years, with a focus on Augusta, Atlanta, and Aiken. She holds an MBA and is affiliated with Blanchard & Calhoun Real Estate Co.
Martinez real estate has a lot to offer. Schedule a showing with The Moss Group today.
