#327396, Rodney Rawls, Listing office: Rawls Realty
121 Riverside Dr Savannah, GA 31410
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About 121 Riverside Dr
Tucked away in Savannah’s picturesque Islands area, this charming 1,450 sq. ft., 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage feels like it’s been lifted straight from the pages of a Nicholas Sparks novel. On the market for the first time in 70 years, this home is a rare treasure, where original hardwood floors whisper stories of the past and the primary bedroom offers a front-row seat to breathtaking creek and marsh views. As the sun dips below the horizon, step onto your private dock on Richardson Creek and enjoy the many sunsets to come. Whether you’re savoring the serenity of the coastal breeze or dreaming of your next adventure, this home is the perfect setting for your next chapter. This home is situated on a large lot and is ready for any additions or a pool looking over then river. Just 10 minutes from Historic Downtown Savannah and 15 minutes from the beaches of Tybee Island, this is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle waiting to be lived. .
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- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Interior: Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, Separate Shower, Fireplace
- Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: Detached, RV Access/Parking
- Waterfront: Creek, Waterfront, Marsh/Swamp, Water Access
- View: Marsh/Swamp, Creek/Stream
- Exterior: Dock
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $1,500,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,028
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,934
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Back Yard, Private
- Directions: From Highway 80 on Whitemarsh Island, take a left onto the Penrose Drive. The home will be at the end of the road.
- Year Built: 1940
- Living Area: 1,459 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.81 Acres
- MLS Number: 326753
- MLS Name: SAV
- Office Name: Century 21 Solomon Properties
- Office Phone: (912) 786-5466
- Office Email: shell@spc21.com
- Listing Agent: Joel Solomon
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $144,400 | $- |
2022 | $136,320 | $6,934 |
2021 | $126,560 | $6,848 |
2020 | $126,560 | $5,712 |
2019 | $126,560 | $5,712 |
2018 | $126,040 | $2,012 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Marshpoint Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•135 Whitemarsh Island Rd
7
May Howard Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.5 mi
•115 Wilmington Island Rd
3
Shuman Elementary School
Public District 1-5
4.3 mi
•415 Goebel Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,411. Residents of Savannah, GA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 121 Riverside Dr
The listing price of 121 Riverside Dr property is $1,500,000.
The property 121 Riverside Dr is a house located in Savannah, Georgia, 31410.
Active Listing: 121 Riverside Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 121 Riverside Dr are: Marshpoint Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), May Howard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Shuman Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Coastal Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Myers Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hubert Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Islands High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Johnson High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Savannah Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $6,934 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 121 Riverside Dr has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 121 Riverside Dr is 1,459 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 121 Riverside Dr is 1940.
This home is located at 121 Riverside Dr in Savannah, GA and zip code 31410. This 1,459 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.81 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,500,000.
In June 2025 more than 69 listings in Savannah, GA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 77 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 157 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Savannah, GA between May and June 2025 increased by 4.6%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 67 days, the median list price was $369,825.