What makes this neighborhood unique/special? The Sanctuary is one-of-a-kind! The premier location on Aiken's desirable South Side, minutes from all the new stores and eateries at the old Aiken mall site, a short ride to Aiken's Historic Downtown, and within a few miles of many equestrian facilities. The Sanctuary will be built in two phases with 125 homes within the neighborhood at completion. The Sanctuary is unique in its neighborhood amenity offerings! Residents will have a community garden with fencing to reduce deer and other critters from intruding. There will be a walking path, sidewalks, and streetlights, as well as, community green space. Living and working in Aiken is ideal, residing in the Sanctuary will put you approximately 20 minutes from the Savannah River Site, 11 minutes from Historic Downtown Aiken, 18 minutes to the University of South Carolina-Aiken and Aiken Regional Hospital, 22 Minutes from Aiken Technical College, and 27 Minutes away from Bridgestone. Need a flight to somewhere great? The Sanctuary is 37 minutes away from the Augusta Regional Airport, 60 minutes to the Columbia Metropolitan Airport, and 2 hours 51 minutes to the Atlanta Airport. How about a coastal or upstate day trip? Hilton Head Island or Greenville is approximately 2.5-3 hours away! Want to explore more locally? North Augusta and Augusta have many places to shop and dine and are less than 45 minutes from the neighborhood! 5. What school zone is this neighborhood in? Aiken County Public Schools is the local school district serving the Sanctuary neighborhood. Several of Aiken County's Public Schools have been recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools, an award for exemplary high performance. Aiken County offers School Choice, Thematic Programs, Apprenticeships, a 6th grade academy, and most recently block scheduling. In addition to the public schools, Aiken County offers residents with school-aged children a variety of private schools and public charter schools.