Step into a piece of Effingham County history with this one-of-a-kind property at 130 Porter Road. Originally completed in 1935 as the historic Tusculum School, this beautifully renovated landmark has been thoughtfully transformed into a charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home while preserving its character with soaring ceilings and spacious living areas. The modern kitchen comes complete with all appliances, blending today's conveniences with timeless architectural appeal. Nestled beneath picturesque rows of majestic live oak trees, the 4.02-acre property offers endless possibilities. Approximately 1.25 acres are fenced with solar electric tape fencing, making it ideal for horses or other livestock. Whether you're dreaming of a homestead, hobby farm, or private country retreat, this property provides the space and flexibility to bring your vision to life. The original brick outhouse is still on the property! The historic schoolhouse could serve as your primary residence, guest house, in-law suite, home office, or homeschool area while you build your dream home on the property. Rich in history, character, and opportunity, this is a truly rare offering that combines the charm of the past with the potential for the future.
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$349,900
130 Porter Rd, Guyton, GA 31312
2beds
1,092sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
4.02 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$320/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 65 days
- 376
- 25
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amber French 912-405-2870,
Great GA Realty, LLC
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10793527
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Hall
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Factory Built, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,092
- Total interior livable area: 1,092 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,092
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced,Other
Lot
- Size: 4.02 Acres
- Features: Level, Pasture
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 02500016
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow/Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Guyton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $320/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $211,124
- Annual tax amount: $2,438
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 65 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,624/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900-1.6%$320/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Listing removed | $355,490$326/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $355,490+168.3%$326/sqft |
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| 9/24/2019 | Sold | $132,500+113.7%$121/sqft |
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| 3/17/2017 | Sold | $62,000+0.3%$57/sqft |
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| 1/3/2017 | Sold | $61,814$57/sqft |
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| 12/15/2016 | Listed for sale | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,297 -14.8% | $84,450 |
| 2024 | $2,697 +30.2% | $84,450 +32% |
| 2023 | $2,072 +6.1% | $63,962 +14.8% |
| 2022 | $1,952 +1.2% | $55,709 +1.2% |
| 2021 | $1,928 +4.6% | $55,046 +5.1% |
| 2020 | $1,844 +24.4% | $52,390 +30.5% |
| 2019 | $1,482 +43% | $40,134 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $1,036 +0% | $40,231 |
| 2017 | $1,036 -26.8% | $40,231 -0.9% |
| 2016 | $1,416 | $40,613 |
| 2015 | -- | $40,613 |
| 2014 | -- | $40,613 +0.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $40,476 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 31312
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Guyton
- Middle: Effingham
- High: Effingham
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





