Sea Island
Neighborhood in Brunswick, Georgia
Glynn County 31522, 31561
Sea Island cottages with million-dollar price tags
Sea Island is framed by white-sand beaches, dense salt marshes and saltwater creeks and rivers. Most homes offer direct views of the Island's striking scenery and fetch million-dollar prices. Although the houses here are called "Sea Island cottages," they're much bigger than a traditional cottage. "You'll find a variety of architecture, but the dominant style is Spanish and Mediterranean, built with tabby concrete and decorated with all kinds of arches," Brown says. "And none of the houses shout at each other. The landscaping helps them to blend in." Homes measure anywhere from 2,000 to 10,000 square feet with upwards of 10 bedrooms. Homes here list anywhere from $3.5 to $20 million, depending on size and proximity to the water. There are also mansions designed by renowned architects, one of which was recently listed for $40 million. Townhomes and condominiums are available near The Cloister and often list between $1.2 and $2.8 million.The Sea Island Club offers various amenities
Residents enjoy Sea Island's natural features, from laying on hard-packed beaches to boating estuaries and weaving through marshes. Fishing, water sports and non-motorized boating are some popular activities. Sea Island Club also offers a robust list of amenities to its members, including three pools, private beach access and three scenic golf courses. Membership also grants access to a spa and fitness center, the Sea Island Golf Performance Center and the Sea Island Yacht Club. Full memberships require the purchase of real estate on the Island. The club also offers invitation and junior memberships, which do not require the purchase of real estate. The Ocean Forest Golf Club operates an oceanfront course on the Island's north end.Glynn County Schools earn high marks on Niche
Glynn County Schools receives an overall A-minus on Niche and serves over 12,500 students. Oglethorpe Pointe Elementary School gets an A on Niche and is ranked the best public elementary school in Glynn County. OPES offers access to its Marsh Lab, an interactive education center where students can learn about the region's natural salt marshes, estuaries and wetlands. Niche ranks Glynn Middle School as the best public middle school in the county, giving it an A-minus. Glynn Academy, serving ninth through twelfth-grade students, has an A on Niche. Founded in 1788, the high school is the second oldest in Georgia.Carting across the island
Residents commonly use golf carts to shuttle across Sea Island, and the community has sidewalks busy with casual strollers and cyclists. Sea Island Drive, the community's main thoroughfare, is the only route off the Island. It connects with St. Simons Island, about 5 miles away, and St. Simons Island Airport, about 6 miles away. The nearest hospital is the Brunswick Hospital of the Southeast Georgia Health System, about 12 miles away.Crime
Sea Island's CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.Dining on the island or heading over to St. Simons
The Sea Island Beach Club operates Southern Tide, a popular restaurant on the Island. The restaurant serves entrees like seafood gumbo and Carolina rainbow trout and handhelds like club sandwiches and shrimp tacos. "There are four restaurants on the Island, one at the beach club and three in the hotel, but St. Simons Island has really stepped it up over the years," Brown says. "For such a small place, you've got a lot of dining options." Popular restaurants on St. Simons Island include Barbara Jean's and Iguanas. Harris Teeter, one of the nearest big-box grocery stores, is about 4 miles outside Sea Island.Risks of flooding on Sea Island
Due to its location on a barrier island and near the ocean, properties on Sea Island are at risk of flooding during a severe weather event. According to First Street, the community has a severe risk of flooding across the next 30 years. The area is susceptible to extreme winds during hurricanes. Professionals recommend flood insurance.
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Brennen Martin
Photography Contributed By
Jonathan Dean
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Bonneau Ansley
Bonneau Ansley
Responds QuicklyAnsley RE | Christie's Int'l RE
(888) 864-5115
460 Total Sales
13 in Sea Island
$550K - $11.9M Price Range
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Cynthia Brown
Cynthia Brown
Responds QuicklySignature Properties Group Inc.
(662) 498-5328
222 Total Sales
1 in Sea Island
$342,190 Price
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Chris Moline
Chris Moline
Responds QuicklySea Island Properties
(912) 400-4920
65 Total Sales
3 in Sea Island
$815K - $2.2M Price Range
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Dawn Miller
Dawn Miller
Responds QuicklyBHHS Hodnett Cooper Real Estate
(912) 319-7079
123 Total Sales
6 in Sea Island
$665K - $1.7M Price Range
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George Skarpalezos
George Skarpalezos
BHHS Hodnett Cooper Real Estate
(912) 319-7114
242 Total Sales
1 in Sea Island
$612,500 Price
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Patrick Dunn
Patrick Dunn
Sea Island Properties
(912) 400-4810
232 Total Sales
157 in Sea Island
$510K - $20M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sea Island | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sea Island Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sea Island, Brunswick sell after 111 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Sea Island, Brunswick over the last 12 months is $4,000,000, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$5,649,500
Median Sale Price
$4,000,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$5,170,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,984,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
35
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,272
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
417
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Median Year Built
1991
Months of Supply
9.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
5,075
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
4,211
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,083
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,355
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
25,264
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$12,900,000
- 7 Beds
- 8.5 Baths
- 9,771 Sq Ft
- 318 W 46th St
"Villa Measured", Cottage 509 has one of the few and finest Marsh and Riverfront Views on Sea Island. Enjoy the ultimate in privacy, luxury, and Style in one of the South's most magnificent private estates. This Neoclassical Style home stands apart as an architectural masterpiece. Defined by top-quality craftsmanship this exquisite home blends Old World elements with modern-day appointments
Susan Imhoff DeLoach Sotheby's Intl. Realty
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
537
Median Age
63
Population under 18
11%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
45.8%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,447
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,338
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.7%
College Graduates
49.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
20.9%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Saint Simons
A Golden Isles community that mixes coastal and Lowcountry living
Hampton Point
A scenic community with million-dollar homes and stunning marsh views
Hampton Plantation
A gated St. Simons Island community home to the King and Prince Golf Club
Country Club Estates
Glynn County neighborhood offering suburban conveniences and beach access
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