Why Live in Edgemere
Edgemere, located in Savannah, features homes primarily from the late 1950s and early 1960s, with a mix of minimal traditional architecture, bungalows, and ranch-style houses. The neighborhood is characterized by modest three-bedroom, one- or two-bathroom homes, alongside larger three- or four-bedroom houses with fenced yards. The area is shaded by a canopy of trees and includes sidewalks, driveways, and garages for most homes. Daffin Park, a spacious 77-acre park within walking distance, offers basketball and volleyball courts, a playground, a swimming pool, a walking trail, and a dog area. Adjacent to the park is Grayson Stadium, home to the Savannah Bananas baseball team, known for its entertaining banana ball games. Nearby pocket parks include Solomons Park and Hull Park. Victory Station, just off Victory Drive, serves as the commercial hub with retailers like Whole Foods, ALDI, and Target, as well as dining options such as Kreole Kitchen, Coach's Corner, and Holy Pie! Pizzeria. Downtown Savannah is a 5-mile drive via Harry S Truman Parkway, and the Chatham Area Transit provides bus services along Waters Avenue. Memorial Hospital/Fairfield is a mile south, and Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is 14 miles northwest. Edgemere is part of the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, with highly rated Savannah Arts Academy available for teenagers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edgemere a good place to live?
Edgemere is a good place to live. Edgemere is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Edgemere is a suburban neighborhood. Edgemere has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.7 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $47,634 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 30.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Edgemere are renters, with 60% of residents renting and 40% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Edgemere can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Edgemere neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Edgemere?
The median home price in Edgemere is $400,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $89K a year to afford the median home price in Edgemere. The average household income in Edgemere is $48K.
What are the best public schools in Edgemere?
The best public schools that serve Edgemere are:
What are the best private schools in Edgemere?
The best private schools that serve Edgemere are:
- Calvary Day School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- The Habersham School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- Blessed Sacrament School has a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
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Home Trends in Edgemere, GA
On average, homes in Edgemere, Savannah sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Edgemere, Savannah over the last 12 months is $405,000, up 51% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$405,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,850,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$440
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$400,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
51%