Metropolitan
Suburban Neighborhood in Savannah, Georgia
Chatham County 31401
Victorian architecture highlights an eclectic mix of historic homes
The neighborhood's housing options are as diverse as its residents. Victorian-style rowhomes with covered front porches are common, and many have been converted into duplexes to accommodate the growing population of SCAD students. Because of the vast differences in age and condition -- some of the housing dates to the late 19th century -- prices can vary greatly, from around $300,000 for a single-story, Victorian-influenced cottage to as much as $900,000 for an extensively renovated multi-level Colonial. Original brick streets are a charming complement to an eclectic mix of historic housing. Amid the architectural diversity, Queen Annes manage to stand out, with conical shapes gracing their colorful, decorative facades and large porches welcoming visitors. Condos can be found starting in the low $300,000s.
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Beach High School features a new auditorium
Students may attend Gadsden Elementary and DeRenne Middle schools, both rated C-minus by Niche. C-rated Beach High features a state-of-the-art auditorium that hosts performances of its popular drama program. Hodge Elementary is a C-rated school that serves a portion of the neighborhood. Savannah College of Art & Design is located within a mile.Nearby Forsyth Park is a historic space that hosts year-round events
Wells Park is a convenient community green space on the west side of the neighborhood. Residents also enjoy proximity to Forsyth Park, which is located just blocks away. Anchored by its iconic fountain and known for its gardens, the picturesque park is a downtown Savannah landmark that hosts an array of citywide events. “The Savannah Philharmonic holds concerts there, SCAD has its Sidewalk Art Festival there, and there’s also a farmer’s market on the weekends that brings a lot of vendors,” says Smith of the highlights. “Even yoga studios will hold classes in the park.” Other notable events include the Juneteenth Fine Arts Festival, the Savannah Jazz Festival and the Patriot Day 5K Memorial Run. Within the neighborhood, locals come together for monthly events like First Fridays in the Starland District, a celebration of art and culture along Bull Street. The annual Art on Bull block party also draws a crowd and helps raise funds for ARTS Southeast, a local nonprofit.Buses, main thoroughfares provide convenient transportation
Residents can catch the bus throughout the neighborhood to commute for work or play. The Chatham Area Transit Authority’s main station is located downtown. Residents also can hop on the ferry at the downtown waterfront. Interstates 16 and 516 are located just west of the neighborhood. Victory Drive, which forms the neighborhood's southern edge, provides convenient travel to the popular beaches on Tybee Island less than 20 miles away.From trendy Starland eateries to established soul food stops
Although there is a Kroger within walking distance, local eateries and shops are the stars of the show. Hand-painted signage marks the start of the Starland District, which got its name from the original Starland Dairy on Bull Street. “The Starland District has become really hot over the last five or six years,” Solomon says, noting that following revitalization efforts, the district transformed into a colorful cultural destination, with everything from nostalgic coffee shops like Back in the Day Bakery to the buzzy outdoor Starland Yard Food Truck Park. “The gourmet wave has hit Savannah,” says Edward Barr, a Realtor with Keller Williams Coastal and resident of the city's Parkside neighborhood. “Starland Yard is funky and trendy. There’s an outdoor bar and yard games. It’s just a fun place to go.” Other top options include The Vault, an Asian-fusion eatery in a converted bank building, and Elizabeth's on 37th, an upscale Southern restaurant in a 19th-century mansion. Wormhole Neighborhood Pub is a popular stop for comfort food, drinks and live music. Starland Strange and Vintage Vortex are featured destinations among Starland's boutique shops. Other notable restaurants in the area include Simple Soul Café, a no-frills Southern eatery on Montgomery Street, which used to house an array of Black-owned businesses but is now awaiting the revitalization that has given the neighborhood's east side a new look. A block away on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is Shabazz Seafood, where customers can grab carry-out from the counter-serve window of a bright yellow building, as they’ve been doing for the last 34 years. The Savannah institution was even featured on the Netflix show “Fresh, Fried and Crispy” in 2021.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Danny Worsley
Danny Worsley
Bare Real Estate
(912) 600-3754
19 Total Sales
1 in Metropolitan
$420,000 Price
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Wynn Martin
Wynn Martin
Eighteen O'Two Realty, LLC
(912) 461-4574
188 Total Sales
7 in Metropolitan
$326K - $2.1M Price Range
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Lana Halta Sanders
Lana Halta Sanders
Engel & Volkers
(912) 461-4584
76 Total Sales
5 in Metropolitan
$235K - $900K Price Range
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Elaine Ceccacci
Elaine Ceccacci
LPT Realty LLC
(912) 461-5619
222 Total Sales
2 in Metropolitan
$430K - $623K Price Range
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Deborah Schott
Deborah Schott
Brand Name Real Estate, Inc
(912) 461-2134
33 Total Sales
1 in Metropolitan
$490,000 Price
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Leslie Schadler
Leslie Schadler
Realty One Group Inclusion
(912) 391-0481
159 Total Sales
1 in Metropolitan
$699,500 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
Wells Park
Forsyth Playground
Cann Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Lattimore Park
Entelman Park
West Broad Street Community Garden and Soccer Field
- Soccer
- Trails
- Nature Center
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Metropolitan | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Metropolitan Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Metropolitan, Savannah sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Metropolitan, Savannah over the last 12 months is $425,000, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$560,000
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$560,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$465,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$422,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-31%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$337
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
208
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1916
Months of Supply
3.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,977
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,403
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,176
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
713
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,419 - $3,014 per month
- The Addie
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 383+ Sq Ft
- 1418 Montgomery St
- Savannah, GA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,950
Median Age
33
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,179
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,041
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.1%
College Graduates
50.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.8%
% Population in Labor Force
66.6%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
75
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
89
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Nearby Neighborhoods
Ardsley Park-Chatham Crescent
Well-planned historic suburb near Savannah's Starland District
Bingville
East Savannah neighborhood in the middle of it all
Cann Park
Suburban neighborhood just over 2 miles from downtown Savannah
Cuyler-Brownsville
Historic Savannah neighborhood offers access to downtown and affordable homes
Jackson Park
Established Midtown neighborhood in the midst of revitalization
Kayton-Frazier
Contemporary condos and public housing options just west of downtown Savannah
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