Savannah, Georgia
Population: 220,771
Located in Chatham County
Welcome to Savannah, the Hostess City of the South. Named by Conde' Nast Traveler as one of the top 10 U.S. cities to visit, Savannah offers an enchanting stroll back in time and an invitation to uncover its hidden charms. Bits and pieces of Savannah's rich, colorful history adorn virtually every corner of the downtown area. The stately mansions, moss-draped oaks, and massive churches give the city a unique flavor found nowhere else in the world. Known as one of the best walking cities in the nation, Savannah offers the perfect environment for strolls along historic squares, azalea-laden parks, 18th-century cemeteries, and riverfront boardwalks. Of course, a detour down River Street or through City Market may be inevitable, considering the wealth of antique shops and the festive continuum of food, music, and activities that can be found there. Savannah definitely has diversity when it comes to places in which to live. Settle here and you can have your choice of surrounding yourself with history, stepping back into small-town America, enjoying the security and luxury of a gated community or lazing the day away in a laid-back cottage at the beach. There's all that and more.
Historic District Many residents of the 2.5-square-mile Historic Landmark District can claim the city's verdant squares as their front yards. Although the north end of the District is commercial in character, numerous blocks of the area are solidly residential. Historic homes in need of restoration are still available. Newcomers will also find a good selection of restored homes, the result of 50 years of preservation efforts, and new construction in the form of townhouse condominiums crafted to blend into the historic atmosphere of the District. A recent trend in downtown housing involves the conversion of space above retail establishments into apartments and lofts, a situation that's developed along with the city's revitalization of commercial buildings. Victorian District Adjacent to the Historic District, this first southward expansion of the city is attracting more and more folks interested in restoring two- and three-story frame houses in need of repair. The area becomes more popular in this regard as the number of restorable houses in the Historic District declines. Ardsley Park Savannah's first suburb, laid out in 1911, is a mixture of prestigious four- and five-bedroom mansions and quaint, craftsman-style bungalows situated on tree-lined streets. The Ardsley Park area located in Midtown and loosely bounded by Victory Drive on the north, Waters Avenue on the east, 55th Street on the south and Bull Street on the west has become one of the city's "hottest" neighborhoods favored by young professionals and families. Gordonston This secluded neighborhood in eastside Savannah is similar to Ardsley Park in character, but it's considerably smaller and hasn't been "discovered" to the extent that its "big brother" to the southwest has. SOUTHSIDE Shopping and recreation abound on the Southside, a large area that's the site of both of Savannah's malls, a multitude of smaller shopping centers and Bacon Park, whose 500 acres offer residents a variety of activities ranging from soccer to golf and from swimming to weight training. The Southside is also residential in character, with neighborhoods featuring everything from ranch-style homes to patio homes and an abundance of apartment complexes and condominiums. Two significant neighborhoods are: Windsor Forest Developed starting in the 1960s, Windsor Forest offers home buyers a wide spectrum of choices in terms of styles and prices. Georgetown An area of mostly upscale homes, Georgetown was one of the fastest-growing parts of the city in the 1990s, but it retains the feel of being out in the country. THE ISLANDS Home buyers in search of a less-historic but easy-going setting might consider the islands east and southeast of downtown Savannah. One of these, Tybee, is a barrier island fronting on the Atlantic Ocean. The others are separated from the mainland by rivers or tidal creeks, but all of the islands exude the "getting-away-from-it-all" feeling that comes when you cross a stretch of tranquil marshland on your way home from work or school. EASTSIDE ISLANDS Directly east of Savannah is where you'll find Tybee and four inshore islands of varying size Oatland, Talahi, Whitemarsh and Wilmington. Close by is the municipality of Thunderbolt, a fishing village of 2,340 residents that typifies the small-town, family-oriented atmosphere of the area. Wilmington Island The largest of the several inshore islands east of Savannah, this area is mainly residential in nature and is dotted with heavily forested neighborhoods, parks and recreational facilities. Tybee Island Located 18 miles from Savannah, this small seaside island is graced by a wide, 3-mile long beach that draws sun lovers and water-sports enthusiasts from throughout Georgia and the rest of the Southeast. While Tybee is a resort replete with a full complement of restaurants, modern hotels and motels, luxurious condominiums and quaint rental cottages, it's also a residential area whose offerings range from historic homes on the Officers' Row of a one-time military post to classic beach-style abodes many of which are beautifully restored. Tybee, home to about 3,400 year-round residents, is an independent municipality providing its own city services. Among focal points are the south-end pier and pavilion which is much-enjoyed by fishermen and folks strolling above the ocean and listening to live-band music; and the Fort Screven area on the island's north end, which is the site of the Tybee Lighthouse and an intriguing museum. SOUTHEASTERN ISLANDS Dutch Island This community of spacious homes and manicured yards is about 20 minutes from downtown Savannah. Isle of Hope One of Savannah's most picturesque neighborhoods, Isle of Hope exudes the look of the Old South. Beautiful old cottages adorned with white picket fences line narrow streets and overlook the Herb and Skidaway rivers. Bluff Drive, which rambles along the Skidaway under moss-strewn oaks, is one of the area's most alluring streets. Skidaway Island The residential jewel of Skidaway is The Landings, a large gated community that's the site o
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