Effingham County – A Small Town Lifestyle with Big City Convenience!
Tucked between the Savannah and Ogeechee Rivers, just a few miles north of beautiful Savannah, GA, is historic Effingham County. Home to both the first church and first public building in Georgia, Effingham County has a unique history rich in tradition. One of Georgia’s original eight counties, Effingham was the home of the state’s first governor and is the site of the oldest church bells and cemetery in Georgia.
In addition to a great heritage to look back upon, Effingham County also has a bright future. One of the fastest-growing counties in the state, Effingham is leveraging its vast experience over the last 280 years to provide the modern amenities residents want. The county takes pride in its highly respected school system, protected rivers and woodlands, and one of the lowest unemployment percentages in the region.
Historic Savannah and the beaches of Tybee Island are only minutes away, allowing residents to enjoy cosmopolitan adventure or small-town charm in the same day.
One of the premier communities in Effingham County is the city of Rincon. Located just a few miles north of Interstate 95 on Highway 21, this delightful location features small-town friendliness with the conveniences of big-city living right around the corner. Both businesses and residents appreciate this unique blend and love to call the City of Rincon home.
Historic buildings, quiet streets, and old-growth oaks take you back to the 1890s when this quaint city was founded as a railroad town. Today, these vintage sights are paired with modern business development, improved infrastructure, and comprehensive public services—creating a perfect balance between past and future.
A little farther west, you’ll find the picturesque city of Guyton, GA. Visitors and residents stroll down Main Street, shop and dine in the city’s bustling commercial center, sample local wines, and enjoy the natural beauty throughout its charming neighborhoods.
Parents value the highly rated South Effingham School System, which serves families living in New Haven at Belmont Glen. Packed with amenities and exceptional value, this beloved community appeals to families of all sizes.
Warm, welcoming Effingham County is the ideal place for newcomers and businesses to settle. Its lifelong residents are eager to share the unique charm of their hometowns—and Ernest Homes is proud to build here. Explore all of our new home communities across Effingham County and beyond.
- Among midsize counties in the U.S., Effingham County was ranked the sixth-fastest growing county in the nation.
- Effingham County public schools hold a top 10% ranking in the state of Georgia.
- Effingham County is home to more than 19,000 households.
- Job growth has surged by 48% in the past eight years, placing the county among the region’s strongest employment markets.
