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"Established, affordable and convenient"
Cresthill, a rural-tinged neighborhood of attractively priced traditional homes on the southern edge of Savannah, is surrounded by amenities that provide an active lifestyle. Residents live on quiet streets. Yet when they leave their homes, they have easy access to the Vernon River, which winds its way through the marshlands, and nearby Lake Mayer Park, a sprawling, picturesque green space that beckons visitors with an array of recreational opportunities. They also enjoy proximity to Truman Parkway, a major thoroughfare that connects much of Greater Savannah. “It’s a pocket of established, affordable and convenient homes,” says Charity Daniels with Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners, who sells homes throughout Chatham County. “It’s really nice. In fact, a lot of real estate agents live in that area.”
Guests at Lake Mayer Park can exchange books at the Little Free Library.
Cresthill is a small residential community that is drivable to many nearby amenities.
A colorful children's garden can be found on the grounds of Savannah Botanical Gardens.
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Appealing midcentury homes dominate Cresthill’s landscape
Most homes in Cresthill were built in the 1950s and 1960s, helping give the neighborhood a cohesive look. Single-story ranch designs featuring sturdy brick construction stand out, and a collection of midcentury-moderns can be found. Homes feature spacious, well-manicured lawns and are arranged neatly on winding, tree-shaded streets. Prices typically range from the low $200,000s to the mid-$400,000s. “More accessible to buyers, in a lower price point,” says Tommy Danos, a Realtor with ERA Southeast Coastal Real Estate who has been selling in the area for well over 20 years. “A lot of those houses are midcentury, but they’ve been renovated and fixed up.” A handful of the largest ranch-style homes as well as multi-level dwellings that include the occasional contemporary design, can list for $500,000-plus. Homes located near the Vernon River offer boat docks. Like most neighborhoods in Savannah, especially on the east side, flooding is a concern, even if it’s not common. “Most everything out here is considered a flood zone … but we have had very few times where we experienced a hurricane on the outlying islands,” says Lyn McCuen, an associate broker at Coldwell Banker Access Realty who lives in neighboring Montgomery. “And if you’re on the marshes and the water gets in, it has somewhere to go.”
A majority of Cresthill homes are Ranch-style.
Contemporary brick homes are newer builds being introduced to Cresthill.
Historic cottages are also in the real estate collection of Cresthill.
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Hitting the water is always convenient
Flowing through Savannah’s marshlands, the Vernon River forms a portion of the neighborhood’s western border and opens up directly south. The waterway is popular with anglers seeking sportfish such as trout and striped bass. While some subdivisions have their own boat ramps, a public ramp in Montgomery provides relatively easy access to the waterway. “Access to the water and watersports would be a big attraction” for potential homebuyers, Daniels says. The river flows into two other nearby waterways, the Little Ogeechee River and the Ogeechee River, and they lead directly into the open waters of the Atlantic. Cresthill is also close to Lake Mayer Park, a multi-use complex filled with recreational amenities, including a boat dock and fishing pier. The paved path that circles the lake is popular among walkers, runners and bicycle riders. Other amenities include lighted tennis courts, lighted basketball courts, a street hockey rink and a playground. Yoga, dance and arts and crafts classes are among the regular offerings at the park’s community center. Water fitness classes are held at the nearby Chatham County Aquatic Center.
The blue waters of Lake Mayer encircle the park with the main body collected at the epicenter.
At Lake Mayer Park's entrance, a statue honors beloved Julie Backus Smith.
Lake Mayer Park is the perfect spot for picnics by the water.
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Public private options located in the neighborhood
Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools, a B-rated district by Niche, serves neighborhood students. Hesse K-8 School, B-minus-rated by Niche, is located in Cresthill and is within walking distance for residents of the neighborhood’s south side. Featured extracurricular opportunities include a swim team, boys and girls basketball teams, band and chorus groups and a drama club. Jenkins High, a B-plus-rated school that has a student-teacher ratio of just 14-to-1, is ranked No. 4 on Niche’s list of the best high schools in the county. St. James Catholic School is a private pre-K-8 option also located in the neighborhood.
Jenkins High School is a public school located in Savannah, GA.
Hesse School is a top-rated school for students K-8.
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Montgomery Cross Road offers conveniently located commerce
Residents can grab a quick bite at La Canasta Taqueria y Panaderia on the neighborhood’s north side along the Montgomery Cross Road corridor. Jerry’s Lounge just down the street provides a welcoming atmosphere and a convenient gathering spot for karaoke and camaraderie. A Walmart Supercenter and Sam’s Club are located just outside the neighborhood on Montgomery Cross Road. A large concentration of retail stores and restaurants is located about 2 miles away at the Oglethorpe Mall.
La Canasta y Panaderia is a popular restaurant in Cresthill that serves up fiery Mexican fare.
Popular dishes at Cresthill's La Canasta are choice tacos and burritos.
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Cresthill residents live amidst a beautiful backdrop with great accessibility.
Truman Parkway provides quick access to downtown
Buses along Montgomery Cross Road provide convenient commutes for work or play. Truman Parkway, which runs adjacent to the neighborhood’s east side, offers easy access to points of interest throughout the city. “The neighborhood is minutes from downtown by way of the parkway,” Daniels says. “The location is great.” Only a few homes are close enough to the parkway for noise to be a concern. The Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is less than a 20-mile drive from the neighborhood.
Lake Mayer Park hosts many events for the surrounding communities.
Get festive in Downtown Savannah
Cresthill’s proximity to Downtown Savannah means residents here are close to the array of festivals that take place there over the course of the year. “The Greek Festival is a big deal,” Danos says. Savannah’s Greek Festival has been in place for over 70 years and is full of all sorts of Greek food and desserts, music, dancing and more over three days. Other festivals include the Black Heritage Festival and the Blues Festival.
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