Deep-water living on the Sapelo River in the coveted Shell Point community—now priced below appraised value. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath coastal retreat sits on a prime deep-water lot with breathtaking river views and a private dock house at the water’s edge. The dock house remains intact, while the walkway sustained storm damage. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, open shelving, breakfast bar, and coffee bar with a second refrigerator, flowing seamlessly into a light-filled sunroom overlooking the river. The oversized primary suite offers a walk-in closet, double vanity, garden tub, separate shower, and direct access to the sunroom. Enjoy a wraparound deck, above-ground pool, two storage buildings, plus a versatile layout with additional living and dining spaces. Perfectly positioned between Shellman Bluff and Pine Harbor, residents of Shell Point enjoy access to a community dock, boat landing and fish cleaning station, perfect for embracing the best of coastal living.
For sale
Price cut: $13K (1/28)
$497,000
1214 Shell Point Rd NE, Townsend, GA 31331
3beds
2,769sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
0.69 Acres Lot
$473,200 Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$33/mo HOA
What's special
Above-ground poolWraparound deckTwo storage buildingsBreathtaking river viewsBreakfast barWalk-in closetSeparate shower
- 66 days |
- 728 |
- 27 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 11, 2026 at 08:54am
Listed by:
Maureen Bryant 912-441-3053,
RE/MAX Accent
Source: GIAOR,MLS#: 1658777Originating MLS: Golden Isles Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Some Electric Appliances, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Other, Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Gourmet Kitchen, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Other, Slate, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,769 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Fire Pit, Porch
- Pool features: Above Ground, Pool
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Marsh View, Other, Residential, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Boat Dock/Slip, Deep Water, Water Access, Other
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 0060E 0079
- Zoning description: Res Single
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop, Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Septic Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Boat Facilities
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Shellpoint
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Adjacent Water, Boat Ramp, Dock
- HOA fee: $400 annually
Location
- Region: Townsend
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $179/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $404,290
- Annual tax amount: $2,996
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 67 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Alarm-Smoke/Fire, Refrigerator
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$473,200
$450,000 - $497,000
$2,499/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/28/2026 | Price change | $497,000-2.5%$179/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #SA346228 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $510,000+85.5%$184/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #SA346228 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2015 | Sold | $275,000$99/sqft |
Source: GIAOR #1567738 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,997 +5.5% | $161,716 +2.1% |
| 2023 | $2,841 -0.3% | $158,356 +14.1% |
| 2022 | $2,850 | $138,796 +20.1% |
| 2021 | $2,850 +4.5% | $115,584 +2.6% |
| 2020 | $2,728 -6.6% | $112,608 +1.5% |
| 2019 | $2,922 | $110,932 |
| 2018 | $2,922 | $110,932 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $2,922 | $106,212 |
| 2016 | $2,922 | $106,212 +8.6% |
| 2015 | $2,922 +6.9% | $97,787 0% |
| 2014 | $2,732 -0.2% | $97,788 +0% |
| 2013 | $2,737 | $97,787 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $95,616 +18.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $80,923 |
| 2007 | -- | $80,923 |
| 2006 | -- | $80,923 |
| 2005 | -- | $80,923 |
| 2004 | -- | $80,923 +181.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $28,740 |
| 2002 | -- | $28,740 +5.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $27,295 |
| 2000 | -- | $27,295 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,772/mo
Principal & interest
$2428
Property taxes
$311
HOA Fees
$33
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 31331
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Todd Grant Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 12.6 mi
- 4/10McIntosh County Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 13.3 mi
- 5/10McIntosh County AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Todd Grant Elementary
- Middle: McIntosh Middle
- High: McIntosh Academy
Source: GIAOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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