Total tranquility! This cozy three-bedroom ranch is high on the bluff on the Sapelo River facing east looking out over the Sound. No doubt one of the most stunningly beautiful views on the Georgia coastline. This peaceful property is perfect for boaters or retirement. You will enjoy your morning coffee in the sunroom or the enclosed-in front porch while watching the sun rise and shrimp boats pass by. The association dock allows for deep-water access direct to the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding island areas. Keep your boat, golfcart and other recreational vehicles in the large, detached garage. The nicely maintained county boat ramp for easy launching is just a few blocks away.Come enjoy the unique laid-back coastal lifestyle. 1. Brand new Carrier central A/C and heating system installed 7/1/2026. 2. Additional lot with detached garage 28' wide by 34' deep with lighting and shelving. 3. Fenced-in rear yard with new black chain link installed 5/2026. 4. Electrical service entrance and breaker panel upgraded 8/2025.
For sale
Price cut: $22.3K (6/23)
$598,700
1291 River St NE, Townsend, GA 31331
3beds
1,528sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$392/sqft
$17/mo HOA
What's special
Large detached garageCozy three-bedroom ranchEnclosed-in front porch
- 62 days |
- 660 |
- 25 |
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Listed by:
Gregory Hawthorne 912-266-6880,
The Hawthorne Agency Inc
Source: Scout MLS,MLS#: 1661888
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Commercial Grade
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Smart Home, Tub/Shower Combo, Primary on First Floor
- Flooring: Other
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room, Stone
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,528 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Boat, Covered, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, On Street, RV Access/Parking, Storage
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Fencing: Chain Link,Fenced,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Natural Landscape
- Body of water: Sapelo River
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 0061D 0106
- Zoning description: Res Single
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,As Is
- Year built: 1956
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Phone Available, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Parking
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Recreation Facilities
- Services included: Maintenance Structure
- HOA fee: $200 annually
- HOA name: Strafford POA
Location
- Region: Townsend
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $392/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $392,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,119
- Date on market: 5/3/2026
- Exclusions: See Exclusions in SStips
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Price change | $598,700-3.6%$392/sqft |
Source: Scout MLS #1661888 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $621,000+38%$406/sqft |
Source: Scout MLS #1661888 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2006 | Sold | $450,000$295/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,811 +1.7% | $157,120 +0.7% |
| 2024 | $4,731 +34.2% | $156,000 +28.3% |
| 2023 | $3,525 +7.4% | $121,560 +8.1% |
| 2022 | $3,282 +10.7% | $112,400 +11.3% |
| 2021 | $2,963 -12.2% | $100,960 -16.8% |
| 2020 | $3,376 +0.9% | $121,296 +0.9% |
| 2019 | $3,346 | $120,176 |
| 2018 | $3,346 +1.6% | $120,176 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $3,294 +4.6% | $118,216 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $3,148 | $112,736 +4.9% |
| 2015 | $3,148 +5.3% | $107,459 0% |
| 2014 | $2,989 -0.2% | $107,460 +0% |
| 2013 | $2,995 | $107,459 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $105,869 |
| 2008 | -- | $105,869 |
| 2007 | -- | $105,869 |
| 2006 | -- | $105,869 |
| 2005 | -- | $105,869 |
| 2004 | -- | $105,869 +264.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $29,010 |
| 2002 | -- | $29,010 +0.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $28,832 |
| 2000 | -- | $28,832 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Crescent
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Todd Grant Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 11.5 mi
- 4/10McIntosh County Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 12.1 mi
- 5/10McIntosh County AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Todd Grant Elementary
- Middle: McIntosh Middle School
- High: McIntosh Academy
Source: Scout MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Crescent
- 1291 River St NE
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