Upson County was founded in 1824 and named for William Upson, a U.S. Representative. The county seat is Thomaston. The landscape is a mix of small-town historic zones, farmland and gentle woods—its character is rural to semi-rural. Housing types include older historic homes in town, mid-century single-family homes, and homes on acreage in outlying zones. Because of its relative affordability and moderate density, existing home prices might typically range US $140,000-$260,000 depending on condition and lot size; building a new home on land may cost US $220,000-$330,000+, depending on lot, infrastructure and finish. It appeals to buyers who want value, land and calmness, though metropolitan job centres are a drive away.