Located 18 miles from historic Savannah, Rincon began as a railroad town in the early 1900s and has grown into one of Effingham County's largest communities. The city offers houses for rent in a suburban setting, with convenient access to Savannah via Highway 21, making the commute typically around 25 minutes.

The area around Lexington Avenue and Carolina Avenue features established neighborhoods with mature trees and spacious lots, while newer residential developments near Brentwood Drive add to the community's housing options. The city's location provides easy access to Port Wentworth's industrial area and Savannah's medical centers. Columbia Avenue serves as Rincon's main commercial corridor, with shops and restaurants centered around the Rincon Shopping Center. With an average rental rate of $2,094 for three-bedroom homes, Rincon continues to grow as part of the greater Savannah metropolitan area.