Construction loans in Augusta, Georgia

Ground-up and infill construction financing for Augusta builders and investors, from spec homes and DADUs to 5–20 unit multifamily. Rates start at 9.99%, loans run $300K to $10MM on 12 or 18 month terms, with up to 80–85% of cost and up to 100% of construction costs funded in draws.

The Augusta market for this loan

Units permitted, 2025
534Richmond CountyBPS
Peak year since 2020
7712022BPS
Share in 5+ unit buildings
0.0%2025BPS
2–4 unit homes permitted
02020: 0BPS
Population
201,999+0.0% since 2020PEP
Median home value
$178,400New homes compete hereACS
New housing units permitted per year, 2020 to 20255+ units2–4 unitsSingle-family202064420216892022771202348720245582025534
New housing units permitted per year, Richmond County (Census Building Permits Survey)
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Year1 unit2–4 units5+ unitsTotal
202064400644
2021670019689
20224670304771
202348700487
202455800558
202553400534

What this means for a Augusta construction loan

Richmond County, which issues building permits for Augusta, permitted 534 new homes in 2025, 30.7% below the 2022 peak of 771.

Construction Loans program details

Loan purposeNew construction: build-ready infill, teardowns, and spec homes; not tract homes or subdivisions of 10+ homes
Interest rateAs low as 9.99%1
Loan amount$300K to $10MM
Term12 or 18 months; mid-construction options available17
BorrowerIndividual or entity
ExperienceBased on the prior 36 months
Maximum loan-to-value65% to 70%7
Maximum loan-to-cost80% to 85%8
LTV vs. LTCWhichever calculation works best for your project
Construction financingUp to 100% of construction costs
LandLand acquisition assistance available10
Property typesSingle-family, detached ADUs (DADUs), 2–4 units, 5–20 unit multifamily, mixed-use, townhouses, condos15

How it works

  1. Request a quote. Tell us about the Augusta property, your plan, and the loan amount you need. It takes a few minutes.
  2. Compare offers. We shop the deal across private lenders, family offices, and commercial capital sources and bring you up to three offers.
  3. Close and fund. We coordinate documents, valuation, and title with the lender you choose through closing.

Questions about construction loans in Augusta

How many new homes are being built in Augusta?

Richmond County permitted 534 new housing units in 2025, according to the Census Bureau's Building Permits Survey; 0 were in buildings with five or more units.

What kinds of construction projects qualify?

Build-ready infill lots, teardowns, and spec homes, including single-family homes with detached ADUs, townhouses, condos, 2–4 unit and 5–20 unit multifamily, and mixed-use. Tract homes and subdivisions of 10 or more homes are not eligible.

How much of the project can be financed?

Up to 80–85% of total cost or 65–70% of completed value, whichever works better for your project, with up to 100% of construction costs funded.

How are construction loan funds disbursed?

Construction funds are released in draws as work is completed and inspected, so you pay interest only on what has been drawn.

Can I get financing partway through construction?

Yes. Mid-construction options are available for projects that have already started.

What experience do I need?

Eligibility is based on your construction activity over the prior 36 months.

Does B-Line Capital lend directly?

No. B-Line Capital is a private money broker. It compares offers from multiple private lenders, family offices, and commercial capital sources so you can choose the best rate and terms.

What fees are involved?

B-Line Capital's broker fee typically ranges from 0.5 to 2 points depending on deal size and complexity. Fees are disclosed on your closing statement and are not charged until your loan funds.

How long does it take to close in Augusta?

Timelines depend on the lender, the deal's complexity, and how quickly documents come together. Private financing generally moves faster than a bank loan; ask your B-Line Capital contact for a timeline specific to your Augusta project.

How do I get started with a construction loan in Augusta?

Request a quote to compare offers from up to three lenders, or call (206) 949-3416 to talk with the team.

Sources and methodology

Data refreshed 2026-10-29.

Michael Schatz

Founder & Chief Lending Strategist, B-Line Capital

Michael Schatz leads B-Line Capital, a private money brokerage that helps real estate investors, builders, and developers finance rental, bridge, fix & flip, construction, and commercial bridge loans by comparing offers from private lenders, family offices, and commercial capital sources.