Charming Ardsley Park Bungalow, Savannah

314 E 50th St, Savannah, GA 31405 

Bedrooms: 2

Bath: 2

Year Built: 1925

Sq. Ft.: 1,302

Price: $239,000

MLS#: 119823

Renovated bungalow in Charming historic Ardsley Park just steps from McCauley Park. Entering through a welcoming front brick porch which then opens to a spacious living room with freshly painted walls and a centrally placed fireplace. There are plenty of windows, hardwood floors and

crown molding throughout this charming home. Off the living room is a separate roomy dining room. The two large archways in the living room, sandwiching the fireplace, create an open and airy feeling and lead to a cozy sunny family room. The updated kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliance, newer cabinetry and a utility room. New lighting is well placed over the sink, and under the cabinetry for easier food preparation.

The first floor bedrooms all sport extra tall windows the original paneled doors and en-suite bathrooms. The bathrooms have been updated with new sinks, faucets and shower stall. There is also a walk-up attic for plenty of storage. The great backyard is kept private with a six foot wood surrounding the property. The patio is a great place to relax and view the yard with plenty of garden space that include built in benches. There is also a sturdy workshop to hold all your garden tools.

The home is located in the Chatham Crescent area of Ardsley which is one of the most sought after neighborhoods to live in. It’s clear why, the streets are lined with beautiful homes, mature plantings, and live oaks dripping with Spanish moss. In addition the area is centrally located to the best of Savannah. Only 10 minutes from downtown, 30 minutes to Tybee Island, and 5 minutes to the exploding Skidaway, Victory shopping area with its new Whole Foods, Chipotle, and Brusters Ice Cream. This is a charming home in a sweet location and is sure to sell quickly.

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Call Don Callahan 912-441-4416 to set up a viewing or ask questions.

Renovated Traditional Style Home in Ardsley Park

215 E 48Th St, Savannah, GA 31405 

Bedrooms: 3

Bath: 2

Year Built: 1923

Sq. Ft.: 1,894

Price: $329,000

MLS#: 119389

This renovated handsome Ardsley Park home is literally just steps from Charles Ellis! This traditional style home abounds with spacious rooms decorated with crown molding and hardwood flooring throughout. Right off the front entry and stairway, is the living room with a fireplace and a wide archway to the dining room. The living room is graciously separated from the entryway and adjoining dining room with period appropriate French doors. The dining room is well lit with windows and a beautiful chandelier. From the dining room and the living room there is access to the front sun room, which is lined with a wall of windows for a bright and airy feeling.

The renovated kitchen boasts; granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, tiled floor, double sink and a good sized breakfast nook. There is plenty of light and a ceiling fan to keep you and your guest’s cool while entertaining in this gorgeous kitchen. On the second floor the spacious master bedroom has a fireplace for those cooler evenings and an en-suite bath. The second bedroom is also spacious and the second bathroom is beautifully renovated with a pedestal sink and a bath/shower. Upstairs in the third floor is a bonus room setup to be a relaxing family room.

Outside in the backyard is a well-designed brick patio with an in-ground stone fire pit. The yard also contains a storage bldg., and 2 car parking pad and is bound with a wood fence. But the best feature of this home is its location. The home is less than a mile from Daffin Park, Savannah’s second largest park, and home to the Sand Gnats baseball team. Just beyond the park is the newly bustling Victory Square with the Whole Foods, Chipotle, and Zoe’s restaurant. This new shopping center is a great addition to all of the existing stores on the Victory, Skidaway shopping area, which is home to Target, Staples, Home Depot, and the Victory Movie Theater. There is access to the Truman Parkway and Tybee Island is only a short 20 minute drive. In the other direction historic downtown with all it has to offer is a mere 2-3 miles.

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Call Don Callahan 912-441-4416 to set up a viewing or ask questions.

More Great New Listings

Charming Ardsley Park Brick Bungalow

616 East 51st Street
Year Built: 1925
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Liviing Area: 1890 Sq. Ft.
MLS Number: 116131
Offered At: $257,900

This Charming brick Ardsley bungalow has a welcoming, screened front porch with arch details. Beautiful wood floors, thick moldings, tall windows and architectural details throughout.
For full details details and more photos on this property follow this link: http://www.realestateinsavannah.net/616-East-51st-Street-a293049.html

Absolutely Charming Bungalow 

630 East 54th Street
Year Built: 1930
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1.5
Living Area: 1204 Sq. Ft.
MlS Number: 116544
Offered at: $230,00

This is an absolutely charming bungalow just two blocks from Hull Park. Sits high on corner lot with sweet, welcoming front porch. Sunny living room. Separate dining room with cozy fireplace. Updated kitchen with granite counters, breakfast bar, gas range, stainless steel  appliances and pantry.
For full details details and more photos on this property follow this link:
http://www.realestateinsavannah.net/630-East-54th-Street-a293051.html

Handsome Brick Duplex in Baldwin Park

501 East 40th Street
Year Built: 1915
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Liviing Area: 2649 Sq. Ft.
MLS Number: 116340
Offered At: $225,00

Big, handsome brick duplex on a corner lot in Baldwin Park. Each unit has two bedrooms, hardwood floors, thick moldings and tall ceilings. Big, bright living room. Separate dining room with cozy fireplace. Private front porch for each unit. Small fenced back yard and two car garage.
For full details and more photos on this property follow this link:
http://www.realestateinsavannah.net/501-East-40th-Street-a293045.html

Charming Parkside Bungalow

1107 East 51st Street
Year Built: 1916
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Living Area: 1616 Sq. Ft.
MLS Number: 116154
Offered At: $225,000

This charming Parkside bungalow has a broad, welcoming front porch with swing. Bright, generously sized, living room.  Separate dining room with cozy fireplace. Large kitchen with breakfast bar, quality cabinetry, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, butler's pantry and breakfast area! Three bedrooms including en-suite master with bath and walk-in closet . Beautiful hardwood floors and great craftsman details throughout.
For full details and more photos on this property follow this link:
http://www.realestateinsavannah.net/1107-East-51st-Street-a293046.html

Community Profile: Historic Downtown Savannah

Savannah's founder, General James Oglethorpe, had already planned the layout of Downtown Savannah when he arrived here in 1733. His progressive ideology involved an interactive mix of architecture and green space with the intent of blending peoples from all walks of life.

Per his plans, Historic Downtown Savannah is a blend of stately homes and townhouses along with a stock of commercial spaces all centered around the original squares. The famous squares of downtown Savannah are lush green spaces shaded by magnificent live oaks dripping Spanish moss. Benches set beneath the trees allow visitors and residents alike to witness the blur of activity. From horse drawn carriage tours to darting bicycle messengers modern day Downtown Savannah is a unique microcosm that serves to confirm its founder's original intent as a vibrant urban melting pot.

Perhaps ironically, Georgia's First City is also home to the most cutting-edge art school in America, Savannah College of Art and Design. It has called downtown Savannah home for 30 years and has grown in prestige from oddball upstart status to international acclaim, all along keeping its feet firmly planted in the heart of the city.

-- Savannah College of Art and Design
-- Streetscape
-- Squares
-- Unique old structures
-- Boutiques, restaurants and galleries
-- Forsyth Park

Quaint Bungalow For Sale in Savannah, GA

Listing Details

302 East 55th Street, Savannah, GA
Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 2.5
Year Built: 1950
Living Area 2,162 Sq. Ft.
Offered at: $330,000
MLS Number: 114959

Quaint and Cozy Bungalow

This fabulous Ardsley Park home is located on a quiet block within easy walking distance of Hull Park. The front porch has handsome iron railing, and there is a large, welcoming entrance foyer. All rooms are well-sized throughout the house. The living room is generously sized with a fireplace and tons of natural light. The separate dining room sits immediately adjacent to the living room for easy dinner parties. The sharp, galley style kitchen with built-in desk, has updated all stainless steel appliances including double ovens and gas cooktop. There is a large den/family room or an office with built-ins, a wet bar and beautiful French doors that led to the rear garden. On the same floor are three good-sized bedrooms and two baths. There is also a utility/mud room with access to the garage and yard. The home has been extremely well maintained and is in move-in ready condition.

Location Location Location

From the house it is an easy jaunt to red-hot Habersham Village with its bars, restaurants and shops including Barberito's burrito bar, TailsSpin pet store, Bikram yoga studio and Bella’s restaurant, and Deli Coffee cafe to name a few. In addition the property is close to two hospitals and convenient to the Truman Parkway and Abercorn St with all of its shopping plazas. Less than two miles to the new Whole Foods and the bustling Victory/Skidaway corridor. Ten minutes to the heart of Historic Savannah, this is a great location, an awesome house with the right price.

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Mansion For Sale: Swim In Your Living Room

A solar powered home with a grand foyer, hall with 24 ft walls that frame the pool in the living room. If this mansion in New Jersey is a bit much then look for historic homes in downtown Savannah GA, or quaint bungalows in the popular Ardsley park neighborhood, here.

Real estate agents in Savannah come together to offer a Mid-Century Modern Home Tour!

On October 10th from 5-7 pm there will be some outstanding homes in Savannah open for agents and prospective buyers to tour.

For further details see the  website at: http://www.savannahmodernhome.com/ 

   

  

Join Us! Call Don Callahan @ Keller Williams Realty | 912-441-4416

Ardsley Park, Savannah GA Great Place to Relocate

If you are thinking of relocating to a warmer climate, with an easy going lifestyle than Savannah is the place for you. Tour the website: Visit Savannah to learn all about what is happening in Savannah. Historically interesting, beautiful, charming and romantic, Savannah is also always hopping with activity. Several music festivals visit the city each year as well as marathon runs and cycling events.

One of the most alluring features of Savannah is the charming and diversity of homes. Ardsley Park is the hottest neighborhood going in Savannah, and its not a wonder with its location and layout. Work with the premier listing agent of this neighborhood, Don Callahan, who has been a top producing agent in Savannah for 15 years. Don continually has the most listings of homes in this neighborhood. You can search for a home in Ardsley Park at his website here.

New Listings For The Week

225  East 63rd St.

Listing Details:
Year Built: 1950
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 2.5
Living Area 2568 Sq. ft.
Lot Size: .25  Acre

Luxury Living

This sharp Mid-Century Modern home designed by well-known Savannah architect John Lebey, has open an living/dining room space with parquet floors, hexagonal skylight and asymmetrical fireplace. A remarkable gourmet kitchen with six burner stove, stainless appliances, double ovens, granite counters, wine storage, butler's pantry, trash compactor and more! The breakfast bar overlooks the family room which has French doors to rear patio. Massive, screened lanai. Four generous bedrooms, two full baths, one half bath and almost 2600 square feet make for a significant home with great livability.
There is an open house with this property this Sunday August 11th from 3- 5 pm, hosted by Buyer Specialist Jonathan Kenyon. Stop by and say hello and see this magnificent home. Contact Johnathan at johnathan@doncallahan.com or 912-665-2941 for any questions. To view the video of this property click here.

301 Lafayette Circle

Listing Details:
Year Built: 1950
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 2.5
Living Area 2568 Sq. ft.
Lot Size: .25  Acre

Awesome Mid-Century

Come check out this awesome mid-century modern ranch house. A spacious living room and dining room combination boasts brilliant hardwood floors. The large dinning room is anchored with built in shelves for storage and displaying of special china. The most outstanding feature of the home is its large, separate family room with vaulted ceilings and a floor to ceiling stone fireplace. The open and airy kitchen has quality cabinetry and updated appliances. Three generous bedrooms, all with large closets - - two with sharp bathrooms with granite counter tops and updates. Superbly located on a quiet street behind red-hot Habersham Village. To view the video of this property click here.

2314 Fort Argyle Rd

Listing Details:
Year Built: 1983
Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 2
Living Area 1570 Sq. ft.
Lot Size: .25  Acres

Lots Of Home For The Price

Located in Bloomingdale, a quiet country-like setting, this charming home is just minutes from Downtown Savannah. Large living room with vaulted ceiling & fireplace. Separate Dining Room. Fully equipped kitchen with quality cabinets and a breakfast area. A spacious family room with direct access to the rear deck that has an above ground pool attached to it. Three bedrooms and two full baths including master suite with trey ceiling and en-suite bath. Large well landscaped and manicured back yard with mature plantings. To view the video of this property click here.

Retail Establishments Increasing Property Values

Does the arrival of retail establishments increase property prices within that same area? Of course chic, boutique- and bistro-filled neighborhoods have higher property values than less-vibrant areas. But what about large national retail stores? There is one particular company that has a proven track record of revitalizing neighborhoods and jump starting development:  Whole Foods Market. A Whole Foods Market will open its first store in Savannah on Aug. 13, more than a year ahead of schedule. Atlanta-based developers Knightswood and S.J. Collins Enterprises demolished Backus’ trademark pink buildings on Victory Dr. and several neighboring structures to construct the Victory Station shopping center. Whole Foods is the anchor to the center which will also have a PetSmart , and a handful of small retailers.

Increasing The Value of Property

Whole Foods. Across the country, the healthy food retailer, is widely credited with reinvigorating formally undesirable neighborhoods, creating demand for housing and bringing in customers to adjacent businesses. While most evidence is anecdotal, all accounts indicate that the arrival of a Whole Foods is a sure sign that a neighborhood is about to turn around, or increase the value of the already well established neighborhoods. This “seal of approval” quality is Whole Foods’ Midas touch, potential gentrifiers see it as something tangible that certifies a neighborhood as a quality buy. And not just residents; businesses too, look to Whole Foods as a disciplined pioneer that does its homework.  Its most basic criterion is reportedly 200,000 people, a good portion of them college educated, living within a 20-minute drive. Shortly after the announcement of the arrival of the food retailer, Chick-filet, and a Zaxbys constructed and opened their doors within ½ mile of Whole Foods. Perhaps they heard the food retailer was coming to town.

The Whole Foods Effect

Communities such as East Liberty in Pittsburgh, Logan Circle in Washington, DC and Uptown New Orleans all experienced development booms following the arrival of Whole Foods. The Austin, Texas-based food retailer has made a science of putting down roots in urban locations at what often seems to be just the right moment. The company is so good at the real-estate game that it has spawned a catchphrase, ‘the Whole Foods Effect’. A report in 2007 by a Portland-based firm showed that the presence of a specialty food retailer (i.e. not a typical grocer) increases home prices by anywhere from 6% to 29%. An exhaustive 2007 study by Johnson Reid quantified the effects that individual urban amenities have on home prices. Using hedonic modeling, it found that a specialty grocer will increase surrounding home prices by an average of 17.5 percent, more than bookstores, bike shops or gyms (with the caveat, of course, that this varies greatly depending on the situation — in the instances studied, the increases ranged widely from 6 to 29 percent).

Now Could Be The Time To Buy

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'The Whole Foods Effect' isn't caused by the store itself, it’s caused by the events it sets into motion. And one thing Whole Foods does is stay open later than a lot of the other shops around it, laying the groundwork for expanding the length of that neighborhood’s day. Greg Badishkanian, an analyst with Citigroup who tracks Whole Foods, said in a 2006 NPR story, "When Whole Foods opens up a store in a particular market, all of the real estate in the area gets a nice uplift. It could be a few percent to 10, 15, 20 percent in terms of the real estate value." So if you are an investor or looking to buy a new home, perhaps now is the time to look in Parkside, Ardsley Park/Chatham Crescent, or the Victory Heights area. It looks like the home prices in these neighborhoods are going to increase if ‘the Whole Foods effect’ theory holds up.

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Midcentury Modern Ranch in Savannah Ga

Listing Details:

627 East Victory Drive

Savannah, Georgia 31405

MLS# :112463

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 2 Full, 2 half

Square Footage: 2,409

Ready To Move In

Built in 1956 this home is located on a spacious corner lot on Victory Drive in beautiful Chatham Crescent/Ardsley Park. This neighborhood was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. This four bedroom, 2 full/2 partial bath is 2,409 square feet of long and lean style. The floors are poured concrete, and there is an abundance of closet space. The walls are painted eggshell white— a blank canvas ready for you to move in.

Retro Charm Remains

There is quarry tile in the sun room/dining room that boasts cathedral ceilings with exposed beams. The rooms are well lit with large windows which are equipped with white RollEase roller shades throughout the house. The updated kitchen has new stainless appliances, the stove is an electric radiant cook-top creating a seamless modern appearance. Front loading Frigidaire washer & dryer in the kitchen is neatly housed underneath a built in wooden counter space that could also be used as a bar. Original ‘50's retro charm remains in this updated home, such as the subtle turquoise, gray, and white kitchen counter top motif and cheerful mid-century bathroom tiles.

Redwood Fence Surrounds Spacious Yard 

The outdoor patio space and yard is your private meditation area. Complete with a redwood stained fence, it’s a great backyard for a dog to run or kids to play. Landscape includes a mature magnolia tree, 3 palm trees, a lemon tree, poinsettia bushes, gardenias, ferns, and an herb garden including: sage, rosemary, oregano, and lavender. There is a double enclosed carport with automatic garage door opener and two closets for tools and garden supplies. Commercial-grade Rain Bird irrigation sprinklers installed in the front yard.

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Details:

4 bedrooms (or convert one to an office)

2 full 2 partial baths in mid century modern tiles

Spacious kitchen w/ upgraded stainless appliances

Living room w/ brick fireplace and built in bookshelves

Dining room/sun room w/ quarry tile floor

Library/ or breakfast room

Large windows w/ RollEase roller shades

Foyer w/ quarry tile floor

Home security system

Home-wide stereo system and speakers

Patio and fenced in yard

Commercial-grade Rain Bird irrigation sprinklers

Enclosed carport w/ automatic garage door opener

Seven New Listings, Ardsley Park, Parkside & Southside Savannah

We have 7 new listings! All fabulous homes.

1425 E 52nd Street

This well-maintained Parkside home stands on a spacious corner lot. Generously sized rooms throughout include massive living/dining room and a family room with custom shell fireplace. Fully equipped kitchen with granite counters. Open breakfast room with French doors to rear patio. Three bedrooms and two baths. Newer windows throughout as well as a newer roof.  There is a fenced, gated yard and carport. Super-convenient location in the much sought after Parkside community. Just a few blocks away from Savannah's famous Daffin Park which boasts ball fields of all sorts, tennis courts, a pool, a mirror lake, fountains and even a minor league stadium. Also close to red-hot Habersham Village and its shops and restaurants including Barberito's, the Five Spot, Bikram yoga studio, TailSpin pet store, a Red and White grocer and much more. This house is also around the corner from the soon-to-open Whole Foods market, Chipotle Grill and PetSmart. Sharp house, great location and awesome price. See more photos of this property.

1533 E 53rd Street

Recently renovated ranch on quiet block of a dead end street in area of active renovations. Oak wood flooring throughout, with separate living room and dining room. Fully equipped kitchen with nicer cabinets and counters. Four spacious bedrooms and two full baths including master suite. Rear patio, gated and fenced yard and carport. Great location for all that Midtown has to offer. Very close to Daffin Park as well as Medical Arts Shopping Centre and two hospitals.  The soon-to-open Whole Foods market, Chiptole Grill and PetSmart are within a mile. Popular Habersham Village and its restaurants and shops is also close by and there is quick, easy access to the Waters Avenue corridor and the Truman Parkway. See more photos of this property.

438 E 53rd Street

Impressive Colonial Revival home on deep corner lot in Ardsley Park-one of Savannah's most desirable neighborhoods.  Remarkable, broad central staircase.  Huge living room with welcoming fireplace and adjacent screened porch.  Handsome, paneled library. Large, separate dining room. Newly renovated kitchen boasts granite countertops and full stainless steel appliances. Three bedrooms-including master with fireplace and bath with separate shower. Another full bath in total and one half bath as well. Over 2100 square feet of living area. Two car carport and fenced back yard. An easy walk or ride to Habersham Village, Medical Arts, both hospitals, Twelve Oaks and more. Solid, handsome brick house on a prominent corner on one of the best blocks in Ardsley Park-an amazing place to come home to and a dream come true. See more photos of this property.

45 Cockle Shell Rd

This outstanding Georgetown home is located on a cul-de-sac on a lot that abuts protected wetlands for a secluded, quiet and serene location. Separate living room and separate dining room.  Open kitchen with quality cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Breakfast bar overlooking family room with fireplace. French doors from family room to large screened porch overlooking protect wetlands area. Four bedrooms (one currently used as a music room/office) and two and a half baths including a master suite. Two car garage. Georgetown is a perfect setting for up and coming families who desire close proximity to the City but want more of a removed, suburban setting. Also close to Richmond Hill, 516 and I-95. See more photos of this property.

73 Knollwood Lane

This end unit town-home is located in a super-convenient Southside location close to the mall, shops, restaurants, bars and more. Bright, open space. Well-maintained unit with new floors on ground level.  Large living room. Fully equipped kitchen with laundry room. Kitchen includes dining area with sliders to rear courtyard and rear deck. Three bedrooms, two baths and one half bath.  Great location and a great price for quick show and sale. See more photos of this property.

539 E Henry Street

Convenient location for all that Midtown and Downtown Savannah has to offer. Forsyth Park-Savannah's famous emerald gem of a park-is just a few blocks away as is the Sentient Bean coffee shop, local 1110 restaurant, Brighter Day health food store and the newly hipster-tinged American Legion post.  Blowing Smoke, Bobby's Diner, and form restaurant are all just around the corner. River Street is just a mile or so away, the bridge to South Carolina is under two miles and this building stands within very close proximity to seventy percent of SCAD's buildings. Remarkable building, awesome location and a terrific price. See more photos of this property.

302 Station Trail

This well maintained townhouse is located in a gated community directly across from Hunter AAF and very close to Oglethorpe Mall. Large living room with fireplace. Fully-equipped kitchen boasts quality cabinetry and countertops as well as a pantry, breakfast bar, and a dining area overlooking private rear terrace. With almost 1700 square feet, there is also three bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and an additional half bath.  Covered rear patio and courtyard with fenced and gated yard. One car garage.  Super convenient location to all that the Southside has to offer. Savannah Mall, Lowe's and Home Depot are all less than five miles away along with a plethora of restaurants including Outback, Tangerine, Carrabba's and much more. Easy access to Abercorn St. and I-95. See more photos of this property.

Savannah GA a Great Place To Relocate

Steeped in art, history and culture, Savannah offers a unique blend of bright talent, cool creativity and an exceptionally high-quality of life. With Savannah’s mild climate, fascinating architecture, well preserved history, and southern charm, it’s not a wonder that the Conde Nast Traveler magazine rated the city one of the top ten cities in the USA. (Oct. 2009) The average seasonal temperatures are 66 degrees in spring; 81 degrees in summer; 68 degrees in fall and 51 degrees in winter making outdoor activities possible year-round. Because of that local officials made sure to provide numerous parks in the city so there is always a place to play ball, tennis or simply stroll under the oak trees dripping with Spanish moss.

Plenty of Activities

If you enjoy being on the water than Savannah/Chatham county is a the place to be as there are 420 miles of navigable waters twisting through nearly 87,000 acres of tidal marshlands. A fisherman’s dream with inshore and offshore opportunities for saltwater anglers, and plenty of rivers and creeks for the sportsmen who prefer fishing in fresh water. If you are not a water person there are 27 annual festivals that take place in Savannah. Some of the top few are The Savannah Music Festival, which attracts international talent and lasts for an entire week. Other weekend long festivals include the Savannah Film Festival, the Savannah Jazz festival and the 4^th of July celebration on the Riverfront. Savannah is also known for the nation’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration, when local shops close for the day of festivities.

Strong Economic Base

Savannah boasts a flourishing economy balanced on a strong multi-tiered economy that

includes a thriving port, increasing tourism, a stabilizing manufacturing sector and significant military presence. The manufacturing sector is a large part of the economy, with 226 manufacturing facilities in Chatham County producing goods that range from jets to baked goods with annual payrolls totally nearly $700 million. The largest plants include Gulfstream Aerospace, an executive jet aircraft manufacturer; and International Paper, the largest producer of paper for paper bags in the United States. The transportation industry, centered on the Port of Savannah, is a vital element of the economic mix. It is the fourth largest container port in the country, shipping to more than 150 countries around the world. Savannah is one of the south-east’s leading seaports and cargo hubs. Shipping activity is focused on the Port of Savannah, which is supported by two railroads and two interstate highways as well as Savannah International Airport. Tourism is an active and rapidly growing segment of the economy. The city's attractiveness as a visitor destination is enhanced by its charming historic district, accommodations, and accessibility. The city houses two major hospitals employing over 7,700 healthcare employees. In addition Memorial Hospital is a teaching facility. Savannah is unique in having a large tract of waterfront land open for development and located close to the central business and historic districts. Recently completed projects on the tract include the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center and Westin Savannah Harbor Resort, a 403-room luxury facility.

Multiple Educational Venues

The educational sector is strong source of employment with 13 colleges offering undergraduate and graduate programs, and 3 technical colleges. Home to one of the largest art and design schools in the country, Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) offers bachelor and master of fine arts programs and graduate courses in architecture. The school is spread throughout the city offering students the opportunity to become familiar with the beautiful city via bicycle. Founded in 1993, the School of Visual Arts/Savannah, part of the School of Visual Arts/New York, awards bachelor's degrees in arts, computer graphics, sculpture, and other arts-related disciplines.

Cost of Living

Savannah is a relatively inexpensive town in which to live and do business. Outlook Magazine ranked Savannah as "one of the top 25 places to live and work." The Savannah metro cost of living index is 93.9. Median Household Income: $46,785. There are approximately 3,103 homes on the market in Chatham County with an average sale price of: $190,765. A destination of choice young professionals are trading in major-metro stress and suburban sprawl for the city’s wide range of cool new and old neighborhoods.

Great Neighborhoods

Mostly residential, Ardsley Park is the poster child for the all-American neighborhood. Laid out in 1910 as a suburb to the downtown district – this area has become a staple for Savannah families and neighborhood businesses. Designated a National Historic District, Ardsley is proud, protected and kept in prime condition. Ardsley Park Area Media Income is $81,000, population. The architecture of the homes in this sought after neighborhood ranges from bungalows and Federal style and some grander colonial styles.

 As part of the famous Low Country of Georgia, Savannah has an abundance of marsh-front and waterfront communities. Collectively they are known as The Islands. Isle of Hope is timeless with its white picket fences, classic cottages and adjoining lanes with river views. Dutch Island is an exclusive, gated community, with roomy homes, manicured lawns and traditional architecture. Long Point is a purely residential, a gated community home to about 150 families situated in the middle of downtown, Southside and the beach. Wilmington and Talahi Islands’ residents are lucky to be book ended by downtown and the beach – each within a 10-minute drive. Tybee Island is Savannah’s only barrier island, boasting 3 miles of surf and sand. An eclectic bunch, its residences are young, old, single, married, conservative, artistic, wealthy, and not so wealthy. And, they all manage to see eye-to-eye on this funky, little isle.

Outstanding Mediterranean Style Home For Sale in Ardsley Park, Savannah

Listing Details

Ardsley Park Home For Sale 

501 E. 56th St.
Price: $675,000
MLS #: 107572
Bedrooms: 4
Baths:3.5
Living Area: 3368 Sq. Ft.

Call Don Callahan at :912-441-4416 to see if this property is still available for a showing.

Live Like A Queen In Historic Ardsley Park

This outstanding Mediterranean Style home in Ardsley Park is nothing short of breathtaking with designer-styled details and craftsmanship throughout. The living room has a cozy custom window seat, that has built in storage nooks, and a gas fireplace with Mediterranean styled tiles. Mosaic tiled archways separate living areas and dining room. All of these rooms glow warmly with beautifully designed Mexican tile floors. All common areas, living room and dining room have Oak wood framed French doors that lead out to the central courtyard and/or pool area.

You'll Love Spending Time In This Incredible Kitchen

This remarkable gourmet kitchen boasts custom cabinetry with hand-wrought in-lays and pulls, beamed ceilings, high-end light fixtures and even a Dutch door leading to the courtyard. Counter tops are a tasteful mix of quartz, granite and butcher block. There are Thermador stainless steel appliances throughout. Warm terracotta ceramic tiled walls surround you as you work with the center island butcher block counter. Stylish modern touches like a built-in cappuccino machine and separate wine room add a first class feeling to this exquisitely designed kitchen.

Fantastic Upscale Bedrooms

The main floor bedroom features a kitchenette, full bath with jetted tub and separate shower with French doors opening to the pool area. The master bedroom upstairs has en-suite bath featuring outstanding custom tile work and beautiful ceramic vessels. The bedroom includes a separate sitting area as well. The other bedrooms are gracious in style and scale with touches like window seats, beamed/vaulted ceilings, double closets and more. 

Relax in Style in the Extend Living Space Outdoors

Pool and courtyard areas offer a sophisticated mix of sanctuary, sun and shade. The large saltwater pool is re-surfaced, tiled and coped. There is new Paver deck and a Polaris pool cleaning system for a worry free pool maintenance system. The tremendous patio area has a handsome pergola for a shady respite, a blissful fountain wall and outdoor speakers for relaxation as well as entertaining. 

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Savannah Midtown Neighborhoods Have It All

Midtown Savannah has some of the most sought after neighbors to live in. Baldwin Park, Ardsley Park/Chatham Crescent and Parkside are the neighborhoods considered midtown and are all in a historic district.  Ardsley Park/Chatham Crescent was developed beginning in 1910 as two adjacent planned subdivisions, a twentieth century variant of  General Oglethorpe’s original city plan. The centerpiece of the neighborhood is a center mall lined with palmettos starting at The Savannah Arts Academy and ending at Tiedeman Park. The neighborhood borders Victory drive, a main artery through Savannah that goes out to Tybee Island. North of Chatham Crescent, on the other side of Victory Drive is Baldwin Park which was originally the northern portion of Chatham Crescent. Baldwin Park is a narrow strip running from Waters Ave. to 40th, and then to Price. At the northeast corner of Baldwin Park (Waters & Victory) is Savannah’s Beaux-Arts styled Daffin Park. Bordering the southern side of the park is the nationally registered historic Parkside neighborhood, literally named because the community borders Daffin Park. Parkside is lined with majestic oak trees draped with Spanish moss and large sidewalks offering a short walk to Daffin Park.

Convenient Midtown Has It All 

From midtown there is esay access to historic downtown Savannah, and Forsyth Park.  The Truman

Parkway which takes one out to the south side of Savannah is a hop skip and a jump to get onto. Victory drive, with its beautifully canopied Spanish moss covered oak trees, runs to Daffin Park, Grayson Stadium, the soon to arrive Whole Foods, and Petsmart. Just past the new Whole Foods store is Victory Square Shopping Center (Victory and Skidaway) which hosts Home Depot, Target, Stapels a movieplex, and numerous places to eat. Continuing on Victory Drive, or Rt 80, is Wilmington Island and then on to one of the 10 best beaches on the eastern sea-board, Tybee Island.

What Are The Homes Like?

In the Ardlsey Park/Chatham Crescent Area the architectural styles are interpretations of almost every revival and eclectic style popular in the early twentieth century. They are predominantly one- and two-story, single family homes, many of which have free standing garages in the rear. Baldwin Park abuts the earlier Victorian neighborhoods and many of the lots were the first to be sold in the Chatham Crescent neighborhood making much of the style Victorian and Craftsman in nature. The houses in Parkside are mostly one- and two-story brick-and-frame dwellings built between 1914 and 1947 and feature a variety of architectural styles that include Craftsman, Colonial Revival, Cape Cod, and English Vernacular Revival. Along Victory Drive which divides Baldwin Park and Chatham Crescent are mix of Colonial Revival and Federal styled homes and mansions, some quite grand with large columns and impressive architectural details.

What Schools Are There?

Savannah Arts Academy - Programs: Art, Computer Science, Fine Arts, Dance, Music, Special Education: Gifted Students, Vocational Education: Health, Phys Ed
Windsor Forest - Programs: Art, Computer Science, Drama, Journalism, Literature, Music, Vocational Education: Agriculture Education, Drivers Ed, Health, Special Education: Gifted Students, Hearing Specialists, Mentally Challenged, Advanced Placement in: Science, Social Studies, English, Math
Herchel V Jenkins - Programs: Art, Computer Science, Social Sciences, Economics, Fine Arts, Music Theory, Vocational Education: Agriculture Education, Health, Phys Ed, Special Education; Emotionally Challenged, Mentally Challenged, Speech/Language Pathologists, Advanced Placement in; Science, Social Studies, English, Computers, Math
St. Vincent’s Academy (Catholic) - Programs: Art, Choral, Music, Computer Programming, Economics, Humanities, Fine Arts, Vocational Education: Health, Phys Ed, English, Advanced Placement in: English
St. Andrew’s School (Private) - Programs: Art, Photography, Band, Choral, Computer Science, Fine Arts, Literature, Statistics, Trigonometry, Vocational Education: Phys Ed, Advanced Placement: Math, Foreign Language,  Special Education : Gifted Students

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Best Areas to Live In Savannah

Victory Heights Best Kept Secret

Victory Heights, named because of its location to one of the main arteries of Savannah; Victory Drive, is one of the best kept secrets of the midtown neighborhoods. The Victory Heights area established in the late 40’s and early 50’s is nestled between the Thunderbolt, Avondale, and nearby Gordonston neighborhoods, and backed by Bonaventure Rd/Cemetery.  With easy access to Victory Dr. the neighborhood is only about a 20 minute drive to Tybee Island. The quiet neighborhood would not reveal its close proximity to the Victory Square Shopping Center (Victory and Skidaway) which hosts Home Depot, Target, Staples a movieplex, and numerous places to eat. Around the corner from the square is the soon to be home of Pet Smart, and Whole Foods.

Historic Daffin Park A Short Jaunt Away

Another appealing feature of the Victory Heights neighborhood is its short 2 mile/10 minute drive to Daffin Park and Grayson Stadium. The second largest park in Savannah, Daffin Park was built as a formal Beaux-Arts style park, and is 80 acres in size. There is a community pool, tennis and basketball courts, multiple picnic areas, a huge soccer field with bleachers for several hundred people and a 1.5 mile walking/running track that create the boundaries of the park. But the most well-known feature of the park is the fountain that is always running. Right next to the park is Grayson Stadium which is home to Savannah’s triple A baseball team, The Sand Gnats.

Charming Affordable Area

North of Victory Heights is the Gordonston Historic District and east bordering the east side of Daffin Park is the Ardsley Park/ChathamCrescent Historic District. Most of the homes in the Victory Heights neighborhood are 1940-50’s style bungalows, with quaint front entry porches. The homes in Gordonston neighborhood vary from Georgian mansions to Craftsman bungalows. Gordonston incorporates natural physical beauty with extremely convenient proximity to Savannah and all of its environs-- a mix that remains undeniably appealing to anyone interested in Savannah. Ardsley Park is designed in a stunning Beaux-Arts layout centered around its park and consists primarily of bungalows and Federal style homes. Look for homes in this area here.