About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 1291 River Street NE in Townsend, GA is listed for $598,700 ($392 per sqft). Built in 1956, the home offers 1,528 sqft of living space on a 0.21 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1956
  • 0.21 acre lot
  • Fireplace
  • Waterfront

Property Details

1 story
2 full
1956

Amenities

FireplaceWaterfrontA/CRV Parking
Listing Description

Total tranquility! This cozy three-bedroom ranch is high on the bluff on the Sapelo River facing east looking out over the Sound. No doubt one of the most stunningly beautiful views on the Georgia coastline. This peaceful property is perfect for boaters or retirement.

You will enjoy your morning coffee in the sunroom or the enclosed-in front porch while watching the sun rise and shrimp boats pass by. The association dock allows for deep-water access direct to the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding island areas. Keep your boat, golfcart and other recreational vehicles in the large, detached garage.

The nicely maintained county boat ramp for easy launching is just a few blocks away.Come enjoy the unique laid-back coastal lifestyle. 1. Brand new Carrier central A/C and heating system installed 7/1/2026. 2. Additional lot with detached garage 28' wide by 34' deep with lighting and shelving. 3. Fenced-in rear yard with new black chain link installed 5/2026. 4. Electrical service entrance and breaker panel upgraded 8/2025.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$3,402/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$433
Interest$2,594
Insurance$175
HOA$200

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1291 River Street NE

Townsend, GA 31331

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s)High Speed InternetSmart HomeTub/Shower ComboPrimary on First Floor

Property Details

Construction

Stucco

Parking

BoatOff StreetGarageRVCoveredOn Street

Heating

Electric (Heating)CentralForced Air

Cooling

Heat PumpCentral AirElectric

Appliances

DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorRange HoodWasherCommercial GradeDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorRange HoodWasherCommercial Grade

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 1291 River Street NE is listed at $598,700 ($392/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $3,402 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance, HOA fees.

HOA fees are $200/month.

Key features include: Built in 1956, 0.21 acre lot, Fireplace, Waterfront. Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Smart Home.

This property is listed by Gregory Hawthorne.

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Gregory Hawthorne

License 288293

Agent at The Hawthorne Agency Inc

Listed by The Hawthorne Agency Inc · Broker phone: 912-222-6465 · View on Broker Site

MLS# 1661888· Source: Golden Isles Association of REALTORS· 176 days on PropertySimple

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1291 River Street NE, Townsend, GA 31331

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