Last Modified: February 1, 2026

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The West Side Neighborhood Guide

Where Capitol Interns Meet Dive Bars

🧭Generally defined as the area: West of the Kennebec River, stretching from the Memorial Bridge up through Winthrop Street and over to the Western Avenue corridor near the town line

📌Well known for: Tree-lined streets and houses with actual front porches

👕You'll fit in if: You're happy to snow blow the end of your neighbors' driveways as needed

👍Move here for: Space to breathe without a rural commute

👎Don't say we didn't warn you about: Having to cross the bridge for literally everything downtown

The general vibe is: Quiet suburban with city tax bills

Pros & Cons of The West Side

The West Side strengths (top 5)

Family FriendlySafetyGreen SpacePeaceful & QuietDog Friendly

The West Side tradeoffs (top 3)

NightlifeBreweriesCocktail Lounges
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The West Side Neighborhood DNA

Families who want yards within city limits

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Some of the The West Side hotspots include: Dunkin' Donuts Western Ave, Family Dollar, and West Side Baptist Church.
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Moving to The West Side - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Augusta or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Augusta guide for the big-picture view — or compare The West Side against other parts of the city in our Augusta neighborhood guide.