NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3227 Sutherland Bluff Dr NE Townsend, GA 31331

Estimated Value: $1,345,399

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,051 Sq Ft
$266/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 17, 2025

Last sale price $1,525,000 $302 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,870 / mo

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Dock
  • On Golf Course
  • Boat Slip
  • Water Views
  • Covered Boat Lift
  • Deep Water Access

About This Home

As of October 2025

Introducing an exquisite opportunity to own an unparalleled deep-water estate on the Georgia Coast. Nestled within the prestigious gated community of Sutherland Bluff, this remarkable residence embodies the essence of coastal luxury living.Set amidst a serene canopy of majestic live oaks and lush gardens, the property offers the rare combination of deep-water access at the back door and an award-winning golf course at the front. Architectural brilliance is evident throughout and panoramic river views that grace almost every room. Spanning more than 5,000 square feet, the interior has been thoughtfully designed for both elegance and functionality. Extensively renovated in 2012, the home features two master suites, including one on the main level for added convenience, along with a gourmet kitchen outfitted with high-end appliances, a formal dining room, a converted theatre and media room, a versatile home office or gym, and a bonus room with walk-up attic space located above the detached garage. Four bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bath, provide exceptional comfort and privacy, while abundant storage is available above the detached garage. Outdoors, the property unfolds like a private resort. Expansive patio and entertaining spaces overlook the river, complemented by a sparkling in-ground pool and spa. A detached three-plus car garage provides ample space for vehicles, golf carts, and recreational gear. The waterfront is every boater’s dream, with a large deep-water dock offering a low tide depth of 20 feet, a screen enclosure, an extended floating dock, and a boat lift all providing seamless access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Sapelo Sound within minutes. The estate is further enhanced by a protective sea wall, ensuring both beauty and privacy, while residents are treated daily to magical sunrises, enchanting sunsets, and the tranquility of a true coastal oasis.Life in Sutherland Bluff is equally captivating, with amenities that include a community dock with deep-water access, a pool, clubhouse, fitness center, and tennis and pickleball courts. Residents may also enjoy golf or social membership at the scenic Sapelo Hammock Golf Club, creating opportunities for recreation and connection in a breathtaking natural setting. Perfectly positioned between Savannah and the Golden Isles, this estate offers an idyllic retreat, whether cherished as a primary residence or treasured as a vacation sanctuary, and is certain to captivate the most discerning of buyers.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kate Pontello Karwacki

Seaboard Real Estate, Inc. DAR License #295090 Listed on: 09/11/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Melanie Hagen

Salt Coast Properties of Georgia License #400431

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 1.48 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Property fronts a private road
  • On Golf Course
  • No Common Walls
  • No Units Located Below
  • No Unit Above or Below
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • 0072E 0038

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Water
  • Golf Course
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Shake Siding
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 5,051 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wired For Data
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bedroom Suite

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Hall
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Laundry in Bathroom
  • Sink Near Laundry
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Deep Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Covered Boat Lift
  • Boat Slip
  • Private Dock
  • Uncovered Dock
  • Covered Dock
  • Open Patio

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot

Schools

  • Todd Grant Elementary School
  • Mcintosh Middle School
  • Mcintosh Academy High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0072E 0039

Community Details

Overview

  • Sutherland Bluff Subdivision
  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Recreation

  • Community Boat Dock

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

1.48 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.48
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Subdivision Name: Sutherland Bluff
  • Directions: From Eulonia - Proceed North onto US Hwy. 17 at the 4 way caution light - traveling North for approx. 2.5 miles - you will turn right or east onto Pine Harbor Rd NE - and then a slight left back onto Shellman Bluff Road NE - proceed NE for apprx. 6.8 miles until you arrive at the three way stop in Shellman Bluff - you will turn right onto Sutherland Bluff Dr. NE - this will bring you to the gates at Sutherland Bluff Plantation - gate code is required, it is not opened to the public. Once inside the neighborhood, home will be located on the left side of the road, see sign.
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Spa Features: Above Ground
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range Hood
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Data, Columns
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Level, On Golf Course, Full Size Lot
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Golf Course, Neighborhood, Natural Landscape
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls, No One Above, No One Below
  • Construction Type: Brick, HardiPlank Type, Shake Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Property Condition: As Is
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • View: Golf Course, Neighborhood, Natural Landscape
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls, No One Above, No One Below

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Converted Garage, Covered, Detached, Driveway, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Off Street, Other, Paved, Storage

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Hall, Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
  • Security: Fire Alarm
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Hall, Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Private, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated, Parking
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Todd Grant Elementary
  • High School: McIntosh Academy
  • Middle Or Junior School: McIntosh Middle School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 64468.8
  • Additional Parcels Description: 0072E 0038
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Parcel #: 0072E 0039

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2011
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$1,345,399

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$416,000
Outstanding Balance
$18,439
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,326,960

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$416,000
Outstanding Balance
$18,439
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,326,960

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 1996
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$690,000 --
-- --
$265,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $416,000
Closed $416,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/17/2025 10/17/25 Sold $1,525,000 -4.7% $302 / Sq Ft
09/17/2025 09/17/25 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2025 09/11/25 For Sale $1,600,000 -- $317 / Sq Ft
Source: Scout MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $19,409 $654,468 $200,000 $454,468
2024 $12,643 $450,268 $60,000 $390,268
2023 $12,027 $426,548 $60,000 $366,548
2022 $10,409 $368,428 $60,000 $308,428
2021 $7,945 $298,988 $60,000 $238,988
2020 $481 $323,868 $90,000 $233,868
2019 $1,262 $343,428 $90,000 $253,428
2018 $8,339 $313,788 $90,000 $223,788
2017 $8,975 $299,868 $90,000 $209,868
2016 $8,121 $299,868 $90,000 $209,868
2015 $6,530 $240,455 $90,000 $150,456
2014 $6,542 $240,456 $90,000 $150,456
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Scout MLS

MLS Number: 1656377

Scout MLS

APN: 0072E-0039

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