228 East Oglethorpe Avenue

Savannah, GA 31401

$3,950,000
Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
6,156 Sq. Ft.
$642 / Sq. Ft.
6,156
Sq. Ft.
$642
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Recently featured in The Wall Street Journal, the iconic childhood home of U. S. Poet Laureate & Pulitzer Prize-winning author Conrad Aiken offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for discerning buyers to own a newly renovated home that is rich in history. Built in 1855, this 5-bedroom residence is nestled in a prime location on Oglethorpe Avenue in the heart of Savannah's National Historic Landmark District. Highlights include large chef’s kitchen overlooking the garden with a spacious open living...Recently featured in The Wall Street Journal, the iconic childhood home of U. S. Poet Laureate & Pulitzer Prize-winning author Conrad Aiken offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for discerning buyers to own a newly renovated home that is rich in history. Built in 1855, this 5-bedroom residence is nestled in a prime location on Oglethorpe Avenue in the heart of Savannah's National Historic Landmark District. Highlights include large chef’s kitchen overlooking the garden with a spacious open living room & an exquisite primary bedroom suite. Features include stunning period details, floor-to-ceiling windows offer an abundance of natural light, gated off-street parking and garden level that could serve as additional living space for the main house, separate apartment or commercial space. This historic home has all-new appliances, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems & an elevator spanning all 3 floors. Don’t miss this opportunity to own one of Savannah’s most exclusive private homes.
  1. Listed by Staci M. Donegan • Seabolt Real Estate
    P: (912)-247-2052 C: (912)-247-2052 staci@stacidonegan.com

Property Details for 228 East Oglethorpe Avenue

Architectural Style
Traditional
Waterfront
No
Subdivision Name
Historic District
LISTING UPDATED: 09/30/2024 12:04 PM

Property Details for 228 East Oglethorpe Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #289221
Days on Market470
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1855
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,032 SF
CountyChatham County

Building Information for 228 East Oglethorpe Avenue

Stories3Year Built1855Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,032 SF

Property Information for 228 East Oglethorpe Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • County Or Parish: Chatham
  • City: Savannah
  • Directions: From Bull Street heading North, Turn right onto Oglethorpe and home is located between Lincoln and Abercorn Streets.
  • Latitude: 32.076374
  • Longitude: -81.089735
  • Postal City: Savannah
  • View: Park Greenbelt
  • View: Yes
  • Unparsed Address: 228 E Oglethorpe Avenue
  • State Or Province: GA
  • Postal Code: 31401
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Legal Description: EAST HALF LOT 8 ANSON WARD 4TH T
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 2-0015-06-009
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
Property
Lot Information
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Living Area: 6,156.00
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Garden, Level, Public Road
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0696
  • Lot Size Area: 0.0696
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3032.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Stories Total: 3
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • CLIP: 3,733,660,417
  • Year Built: 1855
  • Number Of Pads: 2
  • Common Walls: Two Common Walls Or More
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Courtyard
  • Fencing: Brick, Electric, Wrought Iron, Yard Fenced
  • Horse: No
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Some Electric Appliances, Some Gas Appliances, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Some Commercial Grade, Wine Cooler
  • Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other
  • Fireplaces Total: 9
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Built In Features, Bathtub, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Gourmet Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Primary Suite, Other, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Separate Shower, Upper Level Primary, Programmable Thermostat
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Other, Upper Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch, Screened
  • Rooms Total: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • ListingTerms: Arm,Cash,Conventional,Exchange1031

Property History for 228 East Oglethorpe Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 228 East Oglethorpe Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$142,800Additions$1,360,720Total$1,503,520
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt3,936 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,936 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,032 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1870Year Renovated2000ZoningRIPACountyCHATHAMAPN2-0015 -06-009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 228 East Oglethorpe Avenue

This home is within Chatham County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Spencer Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Hubert Middle School
Public6 to 8

Savannah Arts Academy
Public9 to 12

East Broad Street School
PublicPK to 8

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228 East Oglethorpe Avenue is a single family home for sale in Savannah, GA 31401. This property was listed for sale on July 23, 2023 by Seabolt Real Estate, it's currently listed at $3,950,000. It has been on the market for a total of 470 days and was last sold on June 8, 2018. This listing's school district is Chatham County School District. Nearby schools include Spencer Elementary School, Hubert Middle School and Savannah Arts Academy. 228 East Oglethorpe Avenue is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 6,156 sqft single family home built in 1855.

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