Waterfront living and walkability in Hitch Village-Fred Wessels
The soul of Savannah is in the river, and people living in this neighborhood have a front-row seat. Hitch Village-Fred Wessels, also locally known as the Eastern Wharf, is a sprawling community of million-dollar condominiums at the terminus of downtown Savannah's busy East Bay Street. Towering brick buildings overlook the shimmering waterfront and an expansive outdoor courtyard where homeowners can lounge outdoors and walk their dogs. Locals travel on foot in this convenient seaport town, with the city's most popular destinations at arm's reach.
Converted warehouse condominiums overlooking the Savannah River
Hitch Village-Fred Wessels buyers can explore converted warehouses with upscale finishes and move-in-ready new builds, all at luxury prices. The neighborhood is relatively new, dating back four or five years, and sale prices range from $800,000 to $4 million, with the majority selling around $1 million. “They’re built in the style of the 200-year-old townhomes and row homes that line River Street,” says Joel Solomon, Realtor at Century 21 Solomon properties and Savannah local. Residences at the lower end of the market are smaller in size but find new owners more quickly than higher-priced properties. As more buyers make Hitch Village-Fred Wessels home, inventory is more limited, and there isn't always an abundance of listings, which can drive a competitive market. “When they decided to build this, the city gave them the okay to make the community STVR– its attractive because you don’t have to wait for approval like the rest of the historic Savannah zip code. Properties move a lor faster here," Solomon says”
Shops, restaurants and office space on the first floor
This mixed-use condominium community has a handful of dining and retail options on the ground level. “Once the community center is built, it will come with amenities, like free breakfast and happy hour cocktails, covered under the HOA,” Soloman says. For now, locals can head to Honeysuckle Gelato for a sweet treat or stop for a quick slice at Squirrel's Pizza. The Pirates' House, one of Savannah's most famous restaurants, is also nearby in a historic building dating way back to 1753. The inn turned jazz club turned restaurant is also known as one of the most haunted buildings in the city. Broughton Street's boutique shops and restaurants are steps away for long, leisurely shops, and Kroger is less than 2 miles south for weekly grocery pickups.
Scenic strolls along the Savannah Riverwalk
Hitch Village-Fred Wessels homeowners can get outside at the scenic Savannah Riverwalk, a brick-cobbled path tracing the watery shoreline. The historic walkway is a good place to exercise or explore the quirky River Street shopping strip. Savannah is also known for the parks that center almost every square, embellished with statues, fountains, and old trees drenched in Spanish moss. Forsyth Park is also just over a mile from town, a bikeable destination and the largest park in the city.
The Savannah Arts Academy is ranked top in the state
Kids living in Hitch Village-Fred Wessels can attend the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System. Many begin at Otis J. Brock Elementary and transition to Hubert Middle, each carrying an overall C-minus score on Niche. Rising middle schoolers can enroll in the top-rated Savannah Arts Academy, a public school that consistently ranks among the top in the county, clinching number 7 in the state for 2023. The high-performing high school touts an A-plus score on Niche. Several charter and private facilities are nearby for buyers interested in exploring education alternatives.
Year-round events on the Savannah Riverfront
Eastern Wharf homeowners are in for big celebrations year-round, smack-dab in the center of Savannah's most popular events, including the New Year's Eve Midnight Fireworks Show, the St Patrick's Day blowout and the SCAD Film Festival, which all take place within minutes of home. Residents can stay informed via the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Savannah website and Facebook page, packed with local news and events.
Eastern Wharf homeowners travel on foot
This central spot is within walking distance from historic Savannah, cozy City Market and the sprawling Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) campus. SCAD is the most prominent economic engine, along with local health centers and the public school system. Non-driving locals can catch a ride on a Chatham Area Transit (CAT) bus at the many nearby stops. Beach days at Tybee Island are less than 30 minutes away, and Eastern Wharf locals have immediate access to U.S. 80. The Savannah Hilton Head International Airport is roughly 20 minutes away for long-distance travel.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,790
Median Age
28
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
36.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,617
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,457
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.2%
College Graduates
42.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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