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 house at the deep water’s edge. The dock house 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!
For sale
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
$475,700 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$33/mo HOA
What's special
Above-ground poolWraparound deckBreathtaking viewsUnique functional layoutBreakfast barWalk-in closetSeparate shower
- 42 days |
- 751 |
- 24 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 28, 2026 at 01:05pm
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: 2,239 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: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $404,290
- Annual tax amount: $2,996
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 43 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
$475,700
$452,000 - $499,000
$2,596/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% |
| 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
$2,696/mo
Principal & interest
$2352
Property taxes
$311
HOA Fees
$33
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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