$650,000
SOLD MAY 9, 2025

829 1st St Tybee Island, GA 31328

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,040 Sq Ft
8,015 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$625 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach
  • Access to Tidal Water
  • Deck
  • Howard Elementary School Rated A-
  • Home fronts a creek
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2025

Tucked among swaying palms and live oaks on a serene tidal creek, this Tybee Island retreat offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, relaxed island living, and continued short-term rental (STR) potential. Wake up to stunning marsh views and spend your days paddling or fishing from the backyard or exploring the sandy private sandbar at low tide—your personal coastal playground awaits! The main level features the kitchen, 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, wood floors throughout and panoramic views that bring the outdoors in. Downstairs, discover additional heated and cooled living space ideal for guests, a studio, or flexible entertaining. Step outside to the expansive marsh-facing deck, perfect for sunset cocktails or quiet mornings with nature. Whether you're looking for a serene full-time residence, a coastal weekend escape, or an income-producing property, this home offers it all—with STR zoning (R-T) in place. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of paradise on Tybee!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Libby Bacon

Keller Williams Coastal Area P License #267763 Listed on: 04/17/2025

Keller Williams Coastal Area P

Last Buyer's Agent

Sara Bacon

Keller Williams Coastal Area P License #377507

Keller Williams Coastal Area P

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,797

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 8,015 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts a creek
  • Property fronts a marsh
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,040 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Access to Tidal Water
  • Deck
  • Fire Pit
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Tima/May Howard Elementary School
  • Tima/ Coastal Middle School
  • Islands High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Wall Furnace
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Grinder Pump

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 300-B
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4002005057

Community Details

Recreation

  • Beach
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park
  • Trails

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,797

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • GarageYN: No
  • Inclusions: Alarm-Smoke/Fire,Ceiling Fans,Dryer,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1981
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Reso View: Marsh View, Creek/Stream
  • Ownership: Homeowner/Owner
  • ResoSpecialListingConditions: Standard
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Master Plan Zoning: R1
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Some Electric Appliances, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Acres: 0.184
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Creek, Marsh, Tidal, Beach Access
  • Disclosures: Flood Insurance Required, Licensed Vacation Rental
  • Construction Type: Block
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fire Pit, Porch
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Grinder Pump, Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Wall Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Wall Furnace
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Beach, Playground, Park, Shopping, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Trails/Paths, Walk to School

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: TIMA/ Coastal

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Area: 0.184
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8015.0
  • Parcel Number: 4002005057
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 13797.0
  • Tax Lot: 300-B

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: TIMA/May Howard
  • HighSchool: Islands

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2025
Closed on
May 9, 2025
Sold by
Knakiewicz Bryan F
Bought by
Morris Robert Claiborne
Seller's Agent
Libby Bacon
Keller Williams Coastal Area P
Buyer's Agent
Sara Bacon
Keller Williams Coastal Area P
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.7%
Views
10
Current Estimated Value
$641,048

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,952
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.32%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$298,931
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$342,117

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2015
Closed on
Jun 12, 2015
Sold by
Ameris Bank
Bought by
Knakiewicz Bryan F
Seller's Agent
George Hassell
Brand Name Real Estate, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Lee Ann Marsh
Century 21 Solomon Properties
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$257,200
Premium/Discount to List
-$41,800
-13.98%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.80%
Original Mortgage
$239,796
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2015
Sold by
Barry A Brown Construction Co
Bought by
Ameris Bank
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Limited Warranty Deed $650,000 --
Warranty Deed $257,200 --
Foreclosure Deed $223,970 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $239,796 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/09/2025 05/09/25 Sold $650,000 -3.7% $625 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2025 04/17/25 For Sale $675,000 +162.4% $649 / Sq Ft
06/12/2015 06/12/15 Sold $257,200 -14.0% $247 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/01/2015 06/01/15 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2015 03/04/15 For Sale $299,000 -- $288 / Sq Ft
Source: Savannah Multi-List Corporation

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $13,797 $274,320 $165,000 $109,320
2024 $13,797 $218,720 $165,000 $53,720
2023 $6,722 $212,120 $165,000 $47,120
2022 $4,396 $185,360 $121,000 $64,360
2021 $4,562 $130,800 $55,160 $75,640
2020 $4,064 $118,280 $55,160 $63,120
2019 $4,064 $118,280 $55,160 $63,120
2018 $4,018 $116,960 $55,160 $61,800
2017 $3,818 $118,520 $55,160 $63,360
2016 $3,315 $102,880 $48,251 $54,629
2015 $3,129 $3,637 $0 $0
2014 -- $92,040 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Savannah Multi-List Corporation

MLS Number: 328760

Savannah Multi-List Corporation

APN: 4002005057