Private Retreat in Coveted Black Banks – Nearly 1 Acre Close to Sea Island Amenities. Tucked away in the exclusive, gated Black Banks neighborhood, this beautifully renovated home (2017) offers space, privacy, and an unbeatable location just 1.5 miles from Sea Island’s world-class amenities and within walking distance to shopping, dining, and the movie theater.
Thoughtfully updated with wide-plank hardwood floors, modern lighting fixtures, and a new driveway, the home also features a partially converted garage office—ideal for remote work or a quiet retreat. Designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining, the open floor plan showcases multiple living spaces filled with natural light from expansive windows.
Outdoors, enjoy your own private oasis complete with a pool, fire pit, basketball court, and a separate workshop—perfect for hobbies, storage, or projects. The spacious layout includes four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a large, private primary suite for ultimate relaxation. Situated on nearly one acre, the property offers rare room to spread out in one of St. Simon’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Opportunities to purchase in Black Banks are limited—don’t miss your chance to own in this exceptional community.
For sale
$1,585,000
5 Tanglewood Rd, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
4beds
2,556sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
0.84 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$620/sqft
$238/mo HOA
What's special
Basketball courtWide-plank hardwood floorsOpen floor planPartially converted garage officeNew drivewayPrivate oasisSeparate workshop
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 06, 2026 at 07:38am
Listed by:
Patrick Dunn 912-638-5838,
Sea Island Properties
Source: GIAOR,MLS#: 1660265Originating MLS: Golden Isles Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Floor Furnace, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Kitchen Island, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Cable TV
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Great Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,556 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Covered, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, RearSideOff Street, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Covered Patio, Fire Pit, Sprinkler/Irrigation
- Pool features: In Ground, Pool
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Residential
Lot
- Size: 0.84 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Subdivision
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 0400784
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle,Wood
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Not Connected (nearby), Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Sewer Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Shopping
- Security: Gated Community
- Subdivision: Black Banks
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Gated
- Services included: Other
- HOA fee: $2,850 annually
- HOA name: black banks plantation HOA
- HOA phone: 912-638-4590
Location
- Region: Saint Simons Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $620/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,033,900
- Annual tax amount: $10,081
- Date on market: 3/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,Other
- Inclusions: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,585,000+165.1%$620/sqft |
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| 12/11/2017 | Sold | $598,000-0.2%$234/sqft |
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| 12/9/2017 | Listing removed | $2,750$1/sqft |
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| 10/24/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,750$1/sqft |
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| 5/11/2017 | Listed for sale | $599,000+9.1%$234/sqft |
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| 2/12/2017 | Listing removed | $549,000$215/sqft |
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| 1/9/2017 | Listed for sale | $549,000-5.2%$215/sqft |
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| 9/13/2016 | Listing removed | $579,000$227/sqft |
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| 8/22/2016 | Listed for sale | $579,000-1.9%$227/sqft |
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| 5/11/2015 | Listing removed | $590,000$231/sqft |
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| 3/25/2015 | Price change | $590,000-7.7%$231/sqft |
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| 2/24/2015 | Price change | $639,000+6.7%$250/sqft |
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| 2/20/2015 | Price change | $599,000-24.7%$234/sqft |
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| 1/30/2013 | Listed for sale | $795,000$311/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,081 -2% | $413,560 |
| 2023 | $10,288 +34.5% | $413,560 -6% |
| 2022 | $7,647 -3% | $440,080 +78.5% |
| 2021 | $7,881 | $246,480 |
| 2020 | -- | $246,480 +9.6% |
| 2019 | $6,561 +9.4% | $224,800 |
| 2018 | $5,995 | $224,800 +47.3% |
| 2017 | $5,995 +45.8% | $152,640 +27.5% |
| 2016 | $4,110 +37.1% | $119,680 -0.3% |
| 2015 | $2,997 -0.7% | $120,000 |
| 2014 | $3,017 | $120,000 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$8,741/mo
Principal & interest
$7737
Property taxes
$766
HOA Fees
$238
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 31522
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Oglethorpe Point Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.3 mi
- 7/10Glynn Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7 mi
- 9/10Glynn AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.2 mi
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