NEW PRICE! WOW ~ This 5 Bedroom Shows Like New Construction!

There is so much to love about this home, and with a NEW PRICE, now is the time to make it YOURS! Located in the in the Buckhead East community of Richmond Hill, 1021 Castleoak Drive is a one owner Victor … Continue reading

This 5 Bedroom Shows Like New Construction!

1021 Castleoak Drive, Richmond Hill, GA  31324 Welcome home to 1021 Castleoak Drive in the Buckhead East community of Richmond Hill, a one owner Victor house plan that shows like new construction! With 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half … Continue reading

Beautiful NEW, Full Brick JCH Home on Half Acre with Wooded Backyard!

70 Serenity Drive, Richmond Hill, GA  31324

Welcome home to 70 Serenity Drive in The Sanctuary community of Richmond Hill. This is a BRAND NEW, full brick home situated on a gorgeous half acre lot with a beautiful wooded backyard. This striking home offers four bedrooms, three full and one half baths, and 3,238 square feet of perfect living space. Some of the highlights of this energy efficient new home include upgraded flooring throughout, kitchen with granite and stainless steel appliances, main level master, low E windows, spray foam insulation in the roofing rafters, Architectural roof shingles, zoned irrigation, covered rear porch, amazing community amenities, and more!

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Be welcomed by the grassy front yard and mature shade trees inviting you to the handsome covered front porch. Enter into the soaring cathedral foyer and take note of the 2nd story clerestory window bringing in lovely natural light, incredible flooring found throughout the home, and the light and bright living spaces. To your right, through space saving pocket French doors, is the formal dining room featuring a shiplap accent wall, judge’s panel, extra wide crown moulding, chandelier lighting and a large window overlooking the front yard.

A door from the dining room leads to the butler’s pantry highlighting dazzling white cabinetry, granite counter, and full subway tile backsplash. Continue to the sophisticated eat-in kitchen showcasing 45″ tall upper height white cabinetry, gleaming granite counters, walk-in pantry, full subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, extra wide crown moulding, and a huge island with granite countertop, undermount farmhouse style sink, additional storage, and illumination by chic pendant lighting. Stainless steel appliances include the smooth surface range plus a second wall oven, built-in microwave, and dishwasher. The spacious dining area has two walls of windows and chandelier lighting.

Open to the kitchen is the extraordinary great room featuring a cozy fireplace with mantel, extra wide crown moulding, and refreshing lighted ceiling fan. A series of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the backyard includes a patio door leading to the back porch.

Located off the great room is a mud room with hall tree with bench seating and shoe cubbies, along with the laundry room offering cabinetry with folding counter and utility sink, and a rack for hanging clothes. Also on the main level is a powder room for the convenience of your guests.

You will fall in love with the gracious main level master suite offering crown molding, refreshing lighted ceiling fan, stupendous walk-in closet with built-ins, and the exquisite private bath with expansive double vanity, free standing tub, and separate full tile walk-in shower.

Ascend the stairs to the secondary bedroom level. At the top of the stairs is a loft area providing a bird’s eye view of the foyer below. The second bedroom includes a lighted ceiling fan, walk-in closet, study with built-in desk, and en-suite access to the Jack-and-Jill bath. The third bedroom includes a lighted fan, walk-in closet with built-ins, and a private vanity area opening to the Jack-and-Jill bath. The fourth bedroom is huge and can also be used as a bonus/rec room. The full Jack-and-Jill bath is not only accessed directly by the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms, but also the hallway, and includes an additional double vanity and shower over tub.

Outside, spend time on the covered back porch beneath the refreshing fan taking in the breathtaking views of your grassy and wooded backyard. Additional features of this new home include an attached side-entry 2-car garage, zoned irrigation, great landscape package, walk-in attic, and central heating and air with programmable thermostat.

Neighborhood amenities include street lights, a park, gazebos, mature landscape, clubhouse, and pool. As a Bryan County resident, you have access to use the nearby, fee based, new Waterways boat launch, plus access to two other full service marinas. If that isn’t enough, Bryan County taxes equate to approximately one percent of your purchase price and include weekly trash pick-up, biweekly curbside recycling, and your fire department dues. And, as an added bonus, no flood insurance is required!

If you would like to get the CURRENT price of this home, or for the most up-to-date information on this home, call the listing agent Melanie Kramer at 912-658-1390.

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Melanie Kramer
REALTOR®|  ABR, CLHMS, CMRS, CRS, SRS

Continuing Member, SABOR Distinguished Sales Society & Institute for Luxury Home Marketing

Direct: 912-658-1390
Office: 912-459-5001
melaniekramer@kw.com
www.MelanieKramer.com

Office Locations:
Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners
Richmond Hill – 1107 Gandy Dancer, Clock Tower Building @ Station Exchg, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Westside/Pooler – 108 Pipemakers Circle, Pooler, GA 31322
Savannah – 329 Commercial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406
Downtown – 124 Habersham Street, Savannah, GA 31401

Amazing Custom-Built Deepwater Home with Private Dock!

370 Waterford Landing Road, Richmond Hill, GA  313241. DSC_1645 (2)-Edit

Are you ready to live on deepwater? This amazing, one owner custom-built deepwater home in Waterford Landing with its own private dock is THE ONE you have been waiting for!

  • See all amazing details, extensive photo gallery, virtual walk-through/aerial tour, virtual tour, AND current pricing here: 370WaterfordLanding.MelanieKramer.com
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Welcome home to 370 Waterford Landing Road, a gorgeous three bedroom, two full and one half bath home offering 2,827 square feet of immaculate living space. The lot in front of the house is being sold WITH the home giving you an expansive .6 acre estate lot!

As you approach the home be welcomed by impeccable landscaping leading to the inviting front porch. Enter into the foyer and notice the gleaming hardwood floors found throughout the home — no carpet here — and the great flow between the living spaces.

To your left is the formal dining room offering extra wide crown moulding, sophisticated judges panel trim, chandelier lighting and a large stacked radius window overlooking the front yard.

A large decorative arch with column accents opens to the spectacular cathedral great room highlighting a soaring ceiling with refreshing lighted ceiling fan, a cozy fireplace with detailed mantel framed by a wall of built-ins and arched niches, and more windows with gorgeous views.

The hardwoods flow into the stunning eat-in kitchen featuring a vaulted ceiling, abundant real wood cabinetry, granite counters, full tile backsplash, pantry, and eating bar. Stainless steel appliances include the smooth surface range, built-in microwave, and dishwasher. The darling eat-in area has chandelier lighting, and a double patio door leads to the rear deck making entertaining a breeze.

All three bedrooms are on the main level. The impressive master suite showcases a recessed tray ceiling with lighted fan, wood floors, double closets, extra wide crown moulding, and doors leading to the deck providing amazing views. The private master bath is exceptional with gorgeous double vanity, relaxing jetted tub and large shower room. The two secondary bedrooms each offer hardwood floors, lighted ceiling fans, and extra wide crown moulding, and the second full hall bath has a shower over tub.

Also on the main level is a large office with lighted ceiling fan, judges panel, and another beautiful window. The conveniently located laundry room features large tile flooring, built-in cabinetry and folding counter.

Downstairs is the spacious rec room with open beam ceiling, wet bar, and half bath. There is plenty of room here for your gaming tables and additional entertaining space.

Outside, enjoy outdoor living and entertaining on the multiple outdoor spaces. The expansive porch spanning the length of the home is a wonderful spot to relax or barbecue offering refreshing lighted ceiling fans, recessed lighting, and breathtaking views. Stairs lead to the lower porch, back yard and boardwalk below.

Take a stroll down your personal boardwalk to your private dock with covered gazebo area perfect for a picnic. Jump in your boat and you are just minutes from lunch or dinner at Sunbury Crab Company, or take a short ride to the nearest sandbar, or one of Georgia’s barrier islands such as Ossabaw or St. Catherine’s Island. What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon.

Additional features include a circle driveway, 4-car attached garage, double pane windows, and central heating and air with programmable thermostat. You will also appreciate the low cost of living area with approximately 1% real estate tax annually. And if that’s not enough, the community amenities include a boat ramp, dry storage, clubhouse, fitness facilities, playground, pool, bike and walking paths, street lights, sidewalks, and lots of green space! Annual community events include the 4th of July, Easter, golf cart parade, and more!

If you would like to get the CURRENT price of this home, or for the most up-to-date information on this home, call the listing agent Melanie Kramer at 912-658-1390. For info sent INSTANTLY to your mobile, text “MK7” to 79564.

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Melanie Kramer
REALTOR®|  ABR, CLHMS, CMRS, CRS, SRS

Continuing Member, SABOR Distinguished Sales Society & Institute for Luxury Home Marketing

Direct: 912-658-1390
Office: 912-459-5001
melaniekramer@kw.com
www.MelanieKramer.com

Office Locations:
Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners
Richmond Hill – 1107 Gandy Dancer, Clock Tower Building @ Station Exchg, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Westside/Pooler – 108 Pipemakers Circle, Pooler, GA 31322
Savannah – 329 Commercial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406
Downtown – 124 Habersham Street, Savannah, GA 31401

BRAND NEW One Story in Amenity Filled Community!

116 Telfair Drive, Richmond Hill, GA 31324

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Welcome home to 116 Telfair Drive, a BRAND NEW, ONE STORY, Seabreeze floorplan by Seacoast Construction. Located on a fabulous corner lot in the amenity-filled Waterways neighborhood, you will love this low maintenance, energy efficient living on the coast! Some of the many features include REAL WOOD cabinetry custom to the home, upgraded LVT flooring, great trim package, architectural shingles, tile kitchen backsplash and granite countertops, cathedral ceiling, zoned irrigation, spray foam rafters, 16 on center framing (not 24″ apart), structural warranty and termite bond.

  • Current price, virtual tour, photo gallery & full details: Telfair.MelanieKramer.com
  • Instant tour on your mobile device: Text “MK3” to 79564

Waterways offers beautiful community amenities, including the pool, parks, community gardens, bocci ball, open fields, lagoons, future boat launch and green space.

Visitors will be invited inside by way of the charming covered front porch. Enter to the foyer and notice the high ceilings, handsome flooring, stylish light fixtures, and sophisticated wainscoting and trim work found throughout. Continue to the great room with vaulted open beam plank ceiling, lighted ceiling fan, and double sliding glass doors opening to the patio.

The great room is open to the eat-in kitchen showcasing a granite island with eating bar, custom full tile mosaic backsplash, abundant contemporary cabinetry and granite counters, a walk-in pantry, and stainless steel appliances, including the smooth surface range with double ovens, built-in microwave and dishwasher. The dining area is illuminated by a lovely fixture and large windows overlooking the back yard. The flow between these living spaces to the outdoor areas is perfectly suited for entertaining, daily living or hosting a summer barbecue!

Off the great room is a powder room for your guests, as well as the laundry room and mud room with built-in hall tree with bench seat and cubbies.

The master suite is your relaxing oasis highlighting a coffered ceiling with lighted fan, walk-in closet with built-in organizer system, and private bath with vaulted ceiling, free-standing tub, separate walk-in shower with lovely tilework, two separate vanities, and a separate water closet. All three secondary bedrooms include ample closet space and lighted ceiling fans, and the second full bath features a large double vanity and shower over tub.

Outside, relax on the covered patio overlooking the grassy backyard with zoned irrigation, and there is a two-car side entry garage with automatic opener. This lot does NOT require flood insurance by FEMA and is serviced by county water and sewer. There is a local co-op for low electricity, and approximately 1% yearly taxes include curbside trash, recycle pickup and fire department dues.

This home is brand new and easy to show! Contact us today to learn more.

If you would like to get the CURRENT price of this home, or for the most up-to-date information on this home, call the listing agent Melanie Kramer at 9122-658-1390. For info sent INSTANTLY to your mobile, text “MK3” to 79564.


 

Melanie Kramer
REALTOR®|  ABR, CLHMS, CMRS, CRS, SRS

Continuing Member, SABOR Distinguished Sales Society & Institute for Luxury Home Marketing

Direct: 912-658-1390
Office: 912-459-5001
melaniekramer@kw.com
www.MelanieKramer.com

Office Locations:
Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners
Richmond Hill – 1107 Gandy Dancer, Clock Tower Building @ Station Exchg, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Westside/Pooler – 108 Pipemakers Circle, Pooler, GA 31322
Savannah – 329 Commercial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406
Downtown – 124 Habersham Street, Savannah, GA 31401

1284 Mill Hill Rd Richmond Hill GA 31324

1284 Mill Hill Rd Richmond Hill ga 31324Elegant Southern Living

The elegant South with a comfortable, low country lifestyle in this coastal beauty on deep water!

Watch sunrises on the same Ogeechee River and waterway as the Ford Plantation in Richmond Hill, GA. Dinners on the boat, and voyages on the Atlantic Intercoastal Waterway will only add to the joys of the southern lifestyle. Whether you love to watch the area resident bald eagle on the waterway, kayak the river, feed the fish in the 5ft deep koi fountain, paddle board or boat, manage your own herb garden, along with the fruit trees and rose garden or spend the afternoon fishing, your choices are limitless!

Just past the bronze mailbox sculpture, over your private bridge your private Estate awaits.

Finest quality craftsmanship and amenities will make it hard for any guest to leave. Museum quality finishing on amazing Brazilian hardwood floors can handle the largest crowd for entertaining as they flow through the formal dining, living, greatroom, porches, billiard room and theater.

And let’s not forget about our fur babies. Pamper your pets in their own pet shower and sink after they roam this estate protected by underground and hard fencing.

Features at 1284 Mill Hill Rd Richmond Hill GA 31324

  • Build in 2005
  • Lot 2.25 acres
  • Deep Water
  • Private Covered Dock
  • Waterfront
  • Patio
  • Porch
  • Elevator

For more information about this property and other homes for sale in Richmond Hill Georgia please contact Melanie Kramer at 912-658-1390 or melaniekramer@kw.com.

Melanie Kramer Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners
912-459-5001 Office
912-658-1390 Cell Direct Melanie Kramer Coastal Georgia Realtor

Team Melanie Kramer

team Melanie kramer

I am a full time Real Estate Professional.  I work every day and treat real estate as a business, not a part time job, second career or hobby.  I work as a small intimate team with two other real estate professionals.  I have a back up plan!  Together as a Team we are able to assure that your needs will be handled by true professionals.

Angi Kennedy is our showing assistant and buyers agent specialist who will sometimes be showing you homes for sale as well. Matt Hill is also a buyers agent specialist on our team.   I also have a transaction coordinator that will work with me and you to get the documents for closing who is named Tracee Marchese.  We also have an administrative assistant and two part time marketing persons.

It is a fact of life that someone is going to get sick, someone is going to die, someone has to go out of town, etc., but with the team approach are able to assure you that your biggest investment is being handled professionally by full time trained Realtors and Administrative Staff.

I personally live in Richmond Hill, Georgia, with my husband Len Kramer and two boys ages 17 and 13 who are Trey and Brett.  We have an English Bulldog Rescue named Georgia who won our hearts having as well as two Manx cats, Bob and Mrs. J.

Over the years I have serviced many, many clients in the Savannah and Richmond Hill areas and built lasting professional relationships with my clients and other professionals in the real estate and other supporting industries.  Our goal and Keller Williams’ goal is to foster teamwork with all to better serve the needs of both the buyer and seller.

I return phone calls!  My schedule varies widely but I strive to return phone calls promptly if I miss your call.

I strive to meet the highest ethical and business standards!  I will always be honest with you and others.  I pride myself on giving 110% and working hard.  I cannot be an expert in every supporting field such as lending, home inspectors, etc, but I can get you to the experts in any given field!

In addition to my experience as a Realtor with Keller Williams Coastal Area Partners, I have over seventeen years of local Paralegal experience and three years of real property appraiser experience.  All done right here in your community.  Let me put my combined experience to work for you.  I can guide you through the purchasing or selling experience from start to finish including listing your home for sale, purchasing your new home, property appraisals, negotiations and document handling  (agreements, disclosures, addendums, etc).  I am happy to say that over the past years, most have been long time clients who have repeatedly called me over the years no matter what the task.

I promise to do my very best to guide you through what some clients describe as a very stressful process and the biggest purchase of their life.  Let me take the stress out of your next home buying or selling experience.   My commitment is to make you a client for Life!

Qualifications:

  • State of Georgia, Real Estate Agent, License Number:  302719
  • State of Georgia, Registered Real Property Appraiser, License Number:  261060 (Inactive)
  • B.B.A. In Accounting
  • Member, ALC, Agent Leadership Council for years 2014, 2010, 2009, 2008, and 2007
  • Chair, Education Committee, ALC 2009
  • Member, Savannah Area Board of Realtors, Georgia Association of Realtors & National Association of Realtors
  • Committee Member, SABOR Adopt-A-Family 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
  • Member, SABOR Distinquished Sales Society (DSS), 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
  • Member,  Institute for Luxury Home Marketing
  • Member, Coastal Conservation Assocation, Richmond Hill Historical Society,
  • Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR), Certified Millitary Relocation Specialist (CMRS),  Certified Residential Specialist (CRS),  Seller Representative Specialist (SRS),
  • Member, Richmond Hill Chamber of CommerceSummary Volunteer Work:
  • 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games (Over 200 hours logged at International Sailing Venue, Savannah, Georgia)
  • 2006-2015, Keller Williams Red Day – give back event

I look forward to working with you!

Melanie Kramer Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners
912-459-5001 Office
912-658-1390 Cell Direct Melanie Kramer Coastal Georgia Realtor

A Better Cost of Living in the South

I’m often asked about cost comparisons between the Savannah, Georgia area and the north east, “Is the cost of living really that much better in the south?”

We touched on the cost of living when we discussed buying a second home in the area…

the cost of living is much lower here. When compared with Newark, New Jersey for example the overall cost of living in the Savannah area is 31% lower*. The cost of housing alone is 58% lower* than Newark. Generally speaking if you’re living on $120,000 in New Jersey you could maintain your lifestyle in Savannah with $82,818.

A better Cost of Living

Breaking Down the Cost of Living in the South

What makes the Richmond Hill / Savannah area so desirable?

Along with the beautiful weather, beaches, and 2nd biggest St. Patrick’s Day festival in the country – we also boast an excellent cost of living.

Forbes lists Savannah’s cost of living to be below the national average and considerably lower than the New England, New York and New Jersey area.

Looking for a home in the Savannah area often means getting more for less.

What does this mean to your pocketbook?

In basic terms, everyday items are a little bit cheaper here. AreaVibes.com notes that both kinds of liquid fuel trend below the national average. The price of gas in the Savannah area averages 1.2% below and the price of coffee averages 3.5% below.

With a longer warmer weather season than our friends in the north east our energy and utility costs run about 5.3% lower than the national average.

Health care and dental costs are also lower. You may also find other self-care costs such as getting your hair styled will save you a few dollars too.

The Richmond Hill / Savannah area can help stretch your retirement dollars too, all while providing the benefits of a top tourism destination – great hotels (for visiting relatives), world class events and a variety of outdoor activities.

Taxes

A tax friendly town can be a crucial deciding factor when planning a relocation or retirement. Georgia does have a state tax on each home you purchase, but what makes it such a great option for retirees is that Social Security benefits are not taxable income and the state also offers exceptions on other types of retirement income.

Check with your accountant for tax information that will relate specifically to your needs.

Property taxes in both Chatham and Bryan Counties are assessed based on 40% of the fair market value of the property. A $240,000 home would have an assessed value of $96,000 for taxing purposes. The final tax bill will be based on the property and any exemptions available. For example, there is a senior citizen discount on property taxes.

Generally speaking, factor in approximately 1% for Bryan County yearly property taxes and 1.5% in Chatham and Effingham Counties for easy round numbers.  All three counties use a mileage rate which equates to about these percentages.  That means you could buy a $200,000 house in Bryan county and the property taxes are $2,000 per year even if you have no senior citizen discount.

Further, if you buy a home in the suburbs of Bryan County (Richmond Hill, GA), your 1% tax bill INCLUDES your waste bill for weekly curbside service, your yearly fire department dues (no separate bill), and your biweekly curbside recycle service (you do not have to sort).  Those “extras” that are included in themselves save you a few hundred dollars each year!

There is no better example than my own:  3.5% home mortgage for 30 years, 1% property taxes on my home, no fire department dues, no waste monthly bill, approximately $45.00 each month for my water useage, no sewage bill, a local electric company (www.coastalem.com) which equates to $9.50 to $11.00 per KWH used.  There are no yearly vehicle emission tests in Georgia.  There are new vehicle purchase taxes and a yearly $25.00 car tag fee.  Not a bad cost of living at all!

A better cost of living equals a great quality of life.

Please call or email me today for more information or questions about your relocation needs!

Melanie Kramer
Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners
912-459-5001 Office
912-658-1390 Cell Direct

Melanie Kramer Coastal Georgia Realtor
*statistics pulled from payscale.com