For sale

$425,000

2701 Mechanics Avenue, Thunderbolt, GA 31404

3beds

1,854sqft

$3,022/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1980

0.48 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$229/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Higher ceilingsHardwood floorsNew roofFlowing floor planLarge corner lotBeautiful outdoor retreat

Known as the Joy Cottage, this historic rectory home for Wesley Oak United Methodist Church is a rare opportunity in the heart of Thunderbolt. Located at 2701 Mechanics Avenue, this charming home is ready to be restored to its original beauty. Timeless architectural details, including hardwood floors, higher ceilings, and a flowing floor plan, provide the perfect foundation for a thoughtful renovation, while a new roof and HVAC system offer valuable updates already in place. Situated on a large corner lot, the property provides plenty of space to revive the gardens and create a beautiful outdoor retreat. Enjoy Thunderbolt's walkable lifestyle with local eateries, the scenic Thunderbolt Bluff, the library, and schools just a short stroll away. Rich in history and full of potential, the Joy Cottage is ready for its next chapter.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Central, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Other

Features

Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,854 sqft

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Parking

Parking features: Off Street, Parking Available

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp

Features

Patio & porch: Front Porch
Fencing: Chain Link
Has view: Yes
View description: Panoramic

Lot

Size: 0.48 Acres
Features: Corner Lot, Garden

Details

Additional structures: Outbuilding
Parcel number: 3000401009
Zoning: R1
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Concrete, Stucco, Wood Siding
Foundation: Raised
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1980

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Merchants & Mechanics Land Com

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Savannah

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $229/sqft
Tax assessed value: $199,300
Date on market: 7/17/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Ownership type: Investor

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/17/2026	Listed for sale	$425,000$229/sqft
Source: Hive MLS #SA360512 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	$79,720 +1.9%
2024	--	$78,240 -5.9%
2023	--	$83,120 +4.6%
2022	--	$79,440 +5.2%
2021	--	$75,480 -4.4%
2020	--	$78,920
2019	--	$78,920 +191.6%
2018	--	$27,060
2017	--	$27,060
2016	--	$27,060
2015	--	$27,060

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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