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Walkable island living
Whitemarsh Island floats on the Wilmington River a little more than 8 miles south of downtown Savannah’s Historic District and less than 13 miles north of Tybee Island. “It’s almost equidistant, so it’s about 10 to 15 minutes either way,” says Coldwell Banker Realtor Jinan Lamas, whose grandfather developed part of the island. She adds that its convenient proximity to the hip shopping and buzzy dining scenes downtown and Tybee’s sandy beach make it a sought-after area for homebuyers. But the island itself offers such a vibrant array of shopping, dining and entertainment, that Lamas says she tries not to leave. “You can walk to restaurants, bars and grocery stores, even schools. And there’s no HOA, so it’s not a restricted covenant area,” she says. With walkable access to the waterfront and neighborhood parks, too, there certainly aren’t many reasons to venture off-island.
Residents of Whitmarsh Island enjoy walking the quiet residential streets.
Large oak trees along the Wilmington River in Whitemarsh Island.
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From condos to estates
Home prices here run from $200,000 for one-bedroom condos in early 2000s-era buildings to more than $6 million for four-bedroom waterfront estates custom-built in the mid-2000s. The median price for a typical Traditional or ranch-style single-family home with three or four bedrooms is close to $440,000. “It’s a mix of styles of construction, from ranches to Contemporaries, the whole works. And the lots are pretty spacious,” says Lamas. One of her recent listings on the island, a classic brick ranch built in 1985, just sold for $469,900. “That house was a custom home when it was built. It’s got a new roof, heat, air, everything in there is updated,” she says, adding that most homes here are just as well-maintained. “There’s a nice mix of quality-built older homes and new construction,” says Lamas. “With the construction boom, there are even houses here that are under a year old.”
Aerial perspective of residential streets in Whitemarsh Island.
Whitemarsh Island homes are well landscaped.
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Highly rated county schools
Island youngsters attend Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools close to home. Between kindergarten and eighth grade, kids go to Marshpoint Elementary and Coastal Middle, both of which earned B grades from Niche in 2024. Coastal Middle sits in the No. 4 spot on Niche’s list of the best public middle schools in Chatham County. Older students go to Islands High, which also earned a B from Niche. All three schools are located on the island, within 2 miles of most homes. The high school opened in 2010 in response to a growing number of students on Whitemarsh and surrounding islands. Islands High teens today are civic-minded; theatre students presented a series of one-act plays to benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank during the 2023-2024 school year, and the Student Senate sponsors regular Ronald McDonald House toy drives.
Coastal Middle School is a public school on Whitemarsh Island serving students from grades 6-8.
Marshpoint Elementary School is a public school located in Wilmington Island.
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Outdoor havens abound
At Gray’s Community Park, kids can glide down the slide or shoot some hoops at the basketball court. The nearby Islands Family YMCA has tons of recreation opportunities for locals of all ages, too, including youth programs and fitness classes. Browse the stacks or bring the kids to story time at the Islands branch of the Live Oak Public Libraries, right next door. Overlooking the river from the end of Bradley Point Road, the Savannah Yacht Club offers members everything from tennis and pickleball courts, pools and fine dining and bar service to private watercraft docks. Adventurous locals can trek over to Whitemarsh Preserve, which features more than 6 miles of hiking and biking trails. There are multiple loops to choose from, from live oak and marsh-flanked bike trails to a paved walking and jogging trail.
Boating is a way of life on Whitemarsh Island.
Visit Gray's Community Park in Whitemarsh Island for baksetball courts and a playground.
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Island Towne Center retail and restaurants
There’s a Walmart and Publix at the Island Towne Center, within 2 miles of most homes. The shopping area also has everything from familiar fast-casual chain eateries to local favorite dining options, like Papa’s BBQ & Seafood and Super Tastes Japanese Restaurant. Nearby, the Steakhouse on Whitemarsh Island serves up surf and turf in an atmosphere that toes the line between upscale and laid-back.
Wiley's Championship Barbecue is a nationally ranked restaurant located in Whitemarsh Island.
Residents of Whitemarsh Island can shop at an array of clothing boutiques.
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Out and about: US Route 80 and Islands Expressway
While the island is largely walkable, locals looking to venture farther afield can easily access surrounding Savannah via US Route 80 and the Islands Expressway, just north of most homes. From Whitemarsh Island, the 18.4-mile drive to the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport takes less than 40 minutes, depending on traffic.
Whitemarsh Island residents are less than 20 miles from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport.
Whitemarsh Island is located alongside Islands Expressway and Highway 80.
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I can not wait to finish college and move back to Savannah to start my life. I want to raise my kids in this perfect little city and grow old looking at the old historic buildings and the warm sunny beaches. In the future I see Savannah becoming only more popular to the tourist. This area is my favorite place in the country due to all the exciting things you can do.
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Crime and Safety
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Assault with Weapon
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Whitemarsh Island Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Whitemarsh Island, Thunderbolt sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Whitemarsh Island, Thunderbolt over the last 12 months is $358,450, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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