Deep-water living on the Sapelo River in the quiet sought-after Shell Point community! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a prime deep-water lot with breathtaking views and a private dock at the water's edge. The dock remains intact, with a portion of the walkway damaged during a storm, offering potential for customization. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, open shelving, a breakfast bar, and a pantry/coffee bar with a second refrigerator. The space flows seamlessly into a large sunroom overlooking the water-where beautiful views provide the perfect backdrop for everyday living and entertainment. The oversized primary suite offers a walk-in closet, double vanity, separate shower, garden tub, and direct sunroom access. Additional features include a second living room, formal dining room, laminate flooring throughout, and a unique, functional layout. Outside, enjoy a wraparound deck, above-ground pool, and two detached storage buildings-ideal for hobbies, projects, or fishing gear. Located between Shellman Bluff and Pine Harbor, Shell Point is a charming deep water community offering community dock, boat landing and fish cleaning station, everything you need to enjoy the coastal lifestyle!
Active
Price cut: $13K (1/28)
$497,000
1214 Shell Point Rd NE, Townsend, GA 31331
3beds
2,239sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
0.69 Acres Lot
$474,800 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$38/mo HOA
What's special
Above-ground poolWraparound deckBreathtaking viewsUnique functional layoutBreakfast barWalk-in closetSeparate shower
- 22 days |
- 796 |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 28, 2026 at 01:03pm
Listed by:
Maureen Bryant 912-441-3053,
RE/MAX Accent
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10668518
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Family Room, Sun Room
Dining room
- Features: Separate Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Common Area, Other
Features
- Double Vanity, Master On Main Level, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,239
- Total interior livable area: 2,239 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,239
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached, Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: Creek, Deep Water Access, Tidal
- Body of water: Sapelo River
- Frontage type: Marsh,River,Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
- Features: Level, Other
Details
- Additional structures: Covered Dock, Gazebo, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 0060E 0079
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shared Dock
- Subdivision: Shell Point
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Other
- HOA fee: $450 annually
Location
- Region: Townsend
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $404,290
- Annual tax amount: $4,746
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 22 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$474,800
$451,000 - $499,000
$2,451/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/28/2026 | Price change | $497,000-2.5%$222/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #SA346228 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $510,000+85.5%$228/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #SA346228 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2015 | Sold | $275,000$123/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% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,905/mo
Principal & interest
$2382
Property taxes
$311
Other costs
$212
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: 8.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Todd Grant
- Middle: Mcintosh County
- High: Mcintosh Academy
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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