Augusta metro, GA–SC relocation guide
Moving to New Ellenton, SC
$244,200Median list
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About New Ellenton
New Ellenton (population about 2,000) is a small Aiken County city southeast of Aiken, built in the 1950s to house families displaced by the Savannah River Site — its street grid and mid-century homes reflect that planned origin. Today it is a quiet, affordable bedroom community with easy access to SRS employment and to both Aiken and Augusta.
Home prices in New Ellenton
The median list in New Ellenton is $244,200.
Top places in New Ellenton
- New Ellenton's mid-century planned street grid and parks.
- Nearby Savannah River Site history (the town exists because of SRS).
- Aiken (~15 minutes) — downtown, Hitchcock Woods, dining.
- Downtown Augusta (~25–30 minutes).
Commuting from New Ellenton
- Approximate drive to downtown Augusta: 25–30 minutes via SC-19/US-278.
- Approximate drive to the Savannah River Site: 15–20 minutes.
- Approximate drive to Aiken: 15 minutes.
Schools in New Ellenton
Public schools: Aiken County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
New Ellenton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in New Ellenton, SC?
The median list in New Ellenton is $244,200. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from New Ellenton, SC?
Approximate drive to downtown Augusta: 25–30 minutes via SC-19/US-278. - Which school district serves New Ellenton, SC?
New Ellenton is served by Aiken County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.