Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights
Suburban Neighborhood in Savannah, Georgia
Chatham County 31405
Historic houses on spacious lots
Narrow city streets are underneath the shade of scattered tall trees, including willows. Properties are separated from the streets thanks to spacious front yards that are well-kept. Homestyles reflect the late 1940s and feature some of the first ranch styles in Savannah and bungalow homes. The original properties have been torn down in some sections, and new construction properties have replaced them. Prices range from $317,000 to $853,000, but buyers can expect a three-bedroom bungalow to sell for around $475,000, with new construction homes rising to around $725,000. “Because of the desirability, properties that are priced right move quickly off the market,” Harris sa
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Ridgewood Park and the Midtown Miracle Community Garden
While the green space at Atlantic Avenue and East 66th Street intersection has been there for more than 80 years, it never had a name. However, in February of 2022, it was announced as Ridgewood Park. The park spans several city blocks and is an open green space with a playground and stand-alone swing set at the Atlantic Avenue end. Residents can also volunteer at the Midtown Miracle Community Garden, dedicated to growing herbs and vegetables for America’s Second Harvest Food Bank of Coastal Georgia, to help prepare healthy foods for children through the Kids Café.
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Learning in the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System
Children are districted in the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, which scores a B on Niche and serves almost 36,000 students, making it the 10th largest district in Georgia. The neighborhood's school path is JG Smith Elementary, Myers Middle, and Beach High School. On Niche, the elementary school scores a B-plus, the middle school earns a C-minus and the high school grades a C. While JG Smith is walkable for most students, Beach High is one of two district schools that offer the Medical and Allied Health Professions Program. The program is for students interested in careers in the medical field and has internship opportunities thanks to partnerships with Memorial Health University Medical Center and CVS Pharmacy.
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Things to do in Savannah
Savannah has become a popular tourist destination and hot spot for bachelor and bachelorette trips. Living in Abercorn Heights – Lamara Heights puts residents in a prime location to get downtown to River Street in 5 miles to frequent the restaurants and bars that bring people to town. The neighborhood is also less than 5 miles away from Enmarket Arena, which hosts concerts and other shows, and it is home to the Savannah Ghost Pirates of the East Coast Hockey League. Catching the nation by storm, the Savannah Bananas are residents' neighbors, with their home field, Grayson Stadium blocks away.
Catch a CAT or ride on US-80.
Chatham Area Transit, commonly known as CAT, traces its roots back to Savannah’s first electric streetcars and is the city’s transportation authority. The bus service operates Route 14-Abercorn, which has multiple stops throughout the neighborhood. Abercorn Heights – Lamara Heights is just south of U.S. Route 80, which will take commuters out to Tybee Island to enjoy a day at the beach.One-stop shopping at the Habersham Village
One of the advantages of living in Abercorn Heights – Lamara Heights is that locals can stroll down to the Habersham Village and find an array of stores and restaurants. The shopping center has the Red & White Food Store, a locally-owned grocer specializing in local produce and products and is known for having the best collard greens in town. Bentley’s Pet Stuff is a local pet store with toys for pups and cats, but it also has grooming and self-wash services. Locals can grab a quick bite to eat at the Coffee Deli or head to the popular bar Colleagues & Lovers, more affectionally known as CNL.
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Memorial Health University Medical Center
On the neighborhood's outskirts is the Memorial Health University Medical Center, the region’s only Level I trauma center, Level III NICU and children’s hospital. Other services include heart care, cancer care, orthopedic surgery, labor and delivery, and more.
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Colin Bailes
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ashley Johnson
Ashley Johnson
eXp Realty
(912) 572-0349
469 Total Sales
1 in Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights
$435,000 Price
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Monica Cerrone
Monica Cerrone
Responds QuicklySignature Properties Savannah
(912) 461-5647
124 Total Sales
3 in Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights
$182K - $419K Price Range
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Jane Beare
Jane Beare
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Coastal Area P
(912) 226-7985
170 Total Sales
4 in Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights
$266K - $450K Price Range
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Wynn Martin
Wynn Martin
Eighteen O'Two Realty, LLC
(912) 461-4574
188 Total Sales
2 in Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights
$340K - $370K Price Range
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Kimber Fulton
Kimber Fulton
Seaport Real Estate Group
(912) 600-8587
51 Total Sales
1 in Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights
$250,000 Price
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Rebecca Wayman
Rebecca Wayman
Realty One Group Inclusion
(912) 461-4725
242 Total Sales
1 in Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights
$321,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Vetsburg Park
- Trails
- Botanical Gardens
Hitch Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Ridgewood Park
Edgemere/Sackville Neighborhood Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Hull Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Sylvan Terrace Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights, Savannah sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights, Savannah over the last 12 months is $419,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$475,000
Median Sale Price
$419,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$447,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
45
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$284
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
530
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,728
Below the national average
1,933
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
737
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 291 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,565 - $2,991 per month
- The Grove At Ardsley Park
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 541+ Sq Ft
- 144 E 62nd St
- Savannah, GA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,034
Median Age
41
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,967
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,143
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
54.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71
/ 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.
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