Savannah Real Estate
Georgia
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History
Fort Pulaski National Monument- Established in 1733 by British Gen. James Oglethorpe
- Home to eight National Historic Landmarks, including the country’s largest historic district, and museums dedicated to local, civil rights, railroad, maritime, and Air Force history.
- Georgian, Gothic, and Greek revival mansions, Revolutionary and American Civil War forts, and historic cemeteries
- The Historic Savannah Foundation has preserved 350+ historic properties.
- History and architecture tours are available by foot, carriage, and trolley.
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Scenic
Forsyth Park fountain- Numerous parks, including Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary and the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge
- Known for its beautiful city squares and fountains, which have helped the city earn rankings on lists like “America’s Prettiest Towns” (Forbes.com) and “50 Best Romantic Getaways” (Travel + Leisure)
- Savannah’s coastal, historic, rural, and urban areas served as filming locations for movies including Forrest Gump, The Legend of Bagger Vance, and Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.
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Arts and Entertainment
Telfair Museums- Vibrant cultural life with various theaters including Savannah Theatre and Johnny Mercer Theatre
- Several museums, including the 125-year-old Telfair Museums, dedicated to 19th- and 20th-century art and decorative arts
- Numerous galleries, thanks to the influence of the Savannah College of Art and Design
- Popular events include the Savannah Music Festival, Savannah Film Festival, and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration.
- The Savannah Children’s Choir performs locally and internationally.
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Boating/Sailing
Extensive waterways- The Savannah River, the Atlantic Ocean, and various sounds and estuaries offer opportunities for power boating, sailing, yachting, canoeing, and kayaking.
- Eight marinas and several dealers for watercraft purchases and rentals, equipment, and repair
- The Savannah Sailing Center was formed to manage yacht races in the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games and now offers instruction on Lake Meyer.
- Hosts the Savannah International Boat Show
- Beach, bicycling, equestrian, fishing/hunting, golf destination, retirement community, tennis, university city, water sports
Highlights
- 11+ million visitors annually; called “The Hostess City”
- Birthplace of Juliette Gordon Lowe, founder of the Girl Scouts of the USA, and singer/songwriter Johnny Mercer
- Johnson Square is the gravesite of Revolutionary Gen. Nathanael Greene.
- Setting for 1994 bestseller, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, and its 1997 film adaptation
- Nearby cities and towns: Garden City; Richmond Hill; Saint Simons; Vidalia; Hilton Head Island, SC (1 hour)
FAST FACTS
Population | 136,286 (343,092 in metropolitan area) |
Size | 78 square miles (203 km2) |
Climate | The warm summers and mild winters allow for beautiful weather for almost the entire year. |
Nearby Airports with Hub Connections | Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV): Direct connections include Atlanta (ATL), Charlotte (CLT), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Detroit (DTW), Miami (MIA), New York (JFK), Philadelphia (PHL), Washington, DC (IAD) |