LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights
Suburban Neighborhood in Savannah, Georgia
Chatham County 31404
Established midcentury modern homes attract outside buyers
Home prices typically range from the high $100,000s to the high $300,000s. The average home value is just under $250,000. Comparatively, the average value in neighboring Parkside is more than $400,000. “The Daffin Heights area is great, but it has gone through a lot of change in recent years, a lot of re-gentrification,” says Kate Fowler, a Realtor with Century 21 Results who regularly lists homes in the area and most recently sold a neighborhood home in September 2023. The combination of changing demographics and better price points has made the neighborhood attractive to outside buyers. “A lot of investors are drawn to the neighborhood, and there are still deals to be had,” adds Fowler. “Older, established homeowners are moving out, and there are a lot of estate sales.” The neighborhood was developed primarily between the early 1950s and the early 1970s, and the architecture reflects that. Ranch-style homes on spacious lots with private driveways and large yards are prominent, with brick construction the most common. Midcentury modern designs with similar standard features also can be found. Custom landscaping complements the forest-like surroundings and adds curb appeal.
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Forest Hills Park serves as the heart of the community
Forest Hills Park also is located in the neighborhood. The residential green space offers a variety of recreational amenities, including a playground, tennis courts and a popular disc golf course. The park hosts community events as well, including an annual Christmas pot luck. Another neighborhood green space, Daffin Heights Community Garden, was recently reopened as part of a multi-neighborhood project in time to host a fall festival. Daffin Park in neighboring Parkside is a popular green space that includes the home stadium of the Savannah Bananas, a nationally known barnstorming baseball team. The neighborhood also provides proximity to the Herb and Wilmington rivers, with their confluence about 3 miles away.
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Elementary through high school education located right in the neighborhood
Students have access to a trio of neighborhood schools. Juliette Low Elementary serves students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Older students can attend Myers Middle, a C-minus-rated school by Niche, and Jenkins High, a B-plus-rated school. The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is comprised of 59 schools and learning centers and is the largest employer in the county, with more than 5,600 people working for it.
Multiple major roads connect residents to universities, health centers and downtown
Skidaway Road is populated with Chatham Area Transit bus stops, so residents who want or need public transportation have yet another modern convenience on their doorstep. Also conveniently located are Memorial Health University Medical Center, just west in neighboring South Garden, and Savannah State University, whose campus is less than a mile to the east. Additional travel access is provided by Truman Parkway, which forms the neighborhood’s west side and runs north to the riverfront near downtown and west into Greater Savannah. “It will take you to points all around Savannah in minutes,” says Fowler. The parkway also connects to U.S. Route 80 near Victory Square. Route 80, also known as Victory Drive, connects to the Islands Expressway, providing convenient access to the beach on Tybee Island and other stops between the neighborhood and the Atlantic Ocean.Everyday needs and dinner on the go available close to home
Residents have access to an array of retail options nearby. Victory Square and the area surrounding it comprise a sprawling shopping center just north of the neighborhood anchored by big-box retailers such as Target, Home Depot, Kroger and Whole Foods. A collection of eateries surrounds the stores, but more popular dining can be found closer to home. Carey Hilliard’s is a city staple. “It’s an old Savannah restaurant with several locations,” says Fowler. "It’s known for its seafood, fried chicken and barbecue.” No Sauce Barbecue is a highly rated family run eatery near Forest Hills Park. Both options are conveniently located off Skidaway Road, which runs along the neighborhood’s east side.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jane Beare
Jane Beare
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Coastal Area P
(912) 226-7985
172 Total Sales
2 in LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights
$135K - $393K Price Range
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Susan Ross
Susan Ross
Realty One Group Inclusion
(912) 461-4603
69 Total Sales
2 in LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights
$270K - $299K Price Range
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Wynn Martin
Wynn Martin
Eighteen O'Two Realty, LLC
(912) 461-4574
188 Total Sales
1 in LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights
$85,000 Price
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Kimber Fulton
Kimber Fulton
Seaport Real Estate Group
(912) 600-8587
51 Total Sales
1 in LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights
$250,000 Price
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Lana Halta Sanders
Lana Halta Sanders
Engel & Volkers
(912) 461-4584
76 Total Sales
1 in LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights
$159,900 Price
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Elaine Ceccacci
Elaine Ceccacci
LPT Realty LLC
(912) 461-5619
222 Total Sales
1 in LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights
$199,900 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 11th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Bacon Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Trails
Forrest Hills Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Edgemere/Sackville Neighborhood Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Fernwood/Parkwood Walking Trail & Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Botanical Gardens
Sunset Park
Barjan Terrace Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights, Savannah sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in LaRoche Park-Springhill-Daffin Heights, Savannah over the last 12 months is $285,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$299,700
Median Sale Price
$285,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$293,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$223
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,152
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
4.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,357
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,765
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,545
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,444
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.1%
College Graduates
16.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35
/ 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
Edgemere
A midtown city suburb right off the Truman Parkway with a neighborhood park
Magnolia Park-Blueberry Hill
Convenient suburban community close to Midtown restaurants and Southside shopping
Oakland Park-Northgate-Eastgate
A section of the city notable for its proximity to Daffin Park
Sackville
Suburban community in midtown Savannah along Truman Parkway
South Garden
Quaint homes in a convenient Midtown Savannah location
Sunset Park
A cozy, convenient neighborhood in Midtown Savannah
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