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#319478, Elaine Seabolt, Listing Office: Seabolt Real Estate
228 E Oglethorpe Ave Savannah, GA 31401
$3,750,000 List price
5 beds
3 full, 2 partial
6,156 sqft
0.07 acres
$609 / sqft
House
Property details
About 228 E Oglethorpe Ave
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.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size6,156 sqft
Lot size0.0696 Acres
Year built1855
ParkingOff Street
MLS #289221
FireplaceGas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other
ViewPark
Summary
- MLS Number: 289221
- MLS Name: SAV
- Office Name: Seabolt Real Estate
- Office Phone: (912) 233-6609
- Office Email: eseabolt@seaboltbrokers.com
- Listing Agent: Staci M. Donegan
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 08, 2018 | Home Sold | $1,150,000 |
| Jul 15, 2005 | Home Sold | $1,050,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,503,520 | $- |
| 2022 | $469,200 | $19,427 |
| 2021 | $469,200 | $14,286 |
| 2020 | $625,920 | $27,646 |
| 2019 | $460,000 | $27,646 |
| 2018 | $684,840 | $17,726 |
| 2017 | $604,520 | $17,726 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Andrea B. Williams Elementary School
Public District 1-5
1.1 mi
•1150 Wheaton St
3
Gadsden Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•919 May St
3
Shuman Elementary School
Public District 1-5
1.7 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 $59,302. The majority of Savannah, GA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
33%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
14%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
80%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
4%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
67%
18-34 yrs old
23%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Yoga/pilates
Continuing Education Courses
NBA/WNBA
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Express/Express For Men
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Qdoba
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Volkswagen
Pontiac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
Urban Contemporary
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 228 E Oglethorpe Ave
This home is located at 228 E Oglethorpe Ave in Savannah, GA and zip code 31401 in the North Historic District neighborhood. This 6,156 square foot home, which was built in 1855, sits on a 0.07 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 24, 2023 and is currently priced at $3,750,000.
Over 30 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Savannah, GA. In the same period over 119 listings were sold below the listed price and 65 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Savannah, GA increased by 7.8% between December and January 2025. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 60 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $368,286.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.