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An appealing blend of home values and convenience in Midtown
The neighborhood of Sunset Park is an amenity-laden residential enclave tucked into the northeast corner of Midtown Savanah, filled with older, attractively priced homes on walkable, canopy-covered streets. Residents here enjoy proximity to schools, dining and retail options, access to major thoroughfares and more. “It’s really close to Memorial Hospital, close to Savannah State University and close to Daffin Park, where the Savannah Bananas play,” says Trisha Cook of Compass Real Estate, a longtime city resident who has sold homes in the neighborhood.
Brick ranch homes are abundant in Sunset Park.
Updated ranches with new windows and landscaping are popular in Sunset Park.
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Ranch-style homes are the dominant residential feature
Traditional ranch-style homes built primarily in the 1950s are prominent among the neighborhood’s housing, many of which feature large yards and private driveways. Homes built after the neighborhood’s initial development tend to be smaller and include options like colorful bungalows and shotgun-style homes. Prices typically range from the mid-$100,000s to around $300,000. The neighborhood is not in a high-risk flood zone, but problem areas do exist east of Sunset Park as rivers, sounds and the ocean all converge. The neighborhood has been affected by hurricane-related storm surges and power outages in the past.
Sunset Park homes share common architectural styles and colors.
Sunset Park has smaller contemporary homes on shaded lots.
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Savannah-favorite eateries are close by
Dining and retail options are easily available along Skidaway Road. Carey Hilliard’s Restaurant is a popular city chain located along the corridor on the neighborhood's west side. “It’s an old Savannah restaurant with several locations,” says Kate Fowler, a Realtor with Century 21 Results who regularly lists homes in the area. “It’s known for its seafood, fried chicken and barbecue.” An array of eateries, including several soul food options, surround the retail centers just outside the neighborhood along Skidaway Road. Target and Home Depot are big-box anchors at the Victory Square shopping center, while Whole Foods and Kroger are nearby.
Carey Hilliard's has been a stable in Sunset Park for many years.
Erica Davis Low Country is a short drive from Sunset Park.
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The neighborhood's namesake park helps residents stay active
Sunset Park, which shares its name with the neighborhood, offers a convenient place to stay active or just relax among the trees. In addition to a playground, it also includes a basketball court and paved walkways. The neighborhood is home to the Fernwood/Parkwood Walking Trail. Four laps around the paved pathway equal one mile. Daffin Park is the recreational jewel of Midtown. In addition to being home to the Savannah Bananas, an exhibition barnstorming baseball team that plays at historic Grayson Stadium, the picturesque green space offers access to a swimming pool, tennis courts and a football field that is often busy with pee wee league football games. The park also hosts regular events, including charity runs and rugby tournaments.
Sunset Park is located in Savannah, GA.
There are well-maintained basketball courts at Daffin Park.
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Surrounded by educational options, including Savannah State University
Sunset Park’s youngest students can attend Juliette Low Elementary. Older students have access to a pair of schools whose campuses sit adjacent to the neighborhood. Myers Middle, a C-minus-rated school by Niche, is located along Skidaway Road in the neighboring Daffin Heights area. Johnson High, a C-rated school, is located in neighboring Thunderbolt to the east. The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System comprises 59 schools and learning centers and is the largest employer in the county, with more than 5,600 employees. Savannah State University is within walking distance. SSU, located just south of the neighborhood, is the oldest public institution among the state’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Myers Middle School is a public learning institution located in Savannah, GA.
Savannah State University has a large campus near Sunset Park.
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Get around Savannah easily with several major thoroughfares
Skidaway Road is populated with Chatham Area Transit bus stops, so residents who want or need public transportation have easy access to yet another convenience. Nearby thoroughfares Truman Parkway and Victory Drive provide access throughout the city and surrounding points of interest. “It’s very centrally located to the south side of Savannah, downtown and Tybee Island,” Cook says. The Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport less than 20 miles away via Interstate 16.
Sunset Park residents are served by the Chatham Area Transit System.
The Skidaway Road bus runs a regular route stopping at Walmart in Sunset Park.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sunset Park
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
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Sunset Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sunset Park, Savannah sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Sunset Park, Savannah over the last 12 months is $300,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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