NEW ON THE MARKET! 11 Acres with 2BR/2.5BA Home & On-Site Structures

5601 Garrard Avenue, Savannah, GA  31405   Two land parcels totaling 11 acres with several structures on-site, including a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2-car garage fixer home with huge potential for primary residence, rental cottage or caretaker’s cottage. There are … Continue reading

JUST LISTED! Maintenance Free Living in Richmond Hill!

270 Willow Oak Drive, Richmond Hill, GA  31324 Welcome home to 270 Willow Oak Drive in the Live Oak community of Richmond Hill. This Mungo’s James plan features four bedrooms, two full plus one half baths, and a bonus room … Continue reading

JUST LISTED! Amazing FULL Brick Executive Home on .6 Acre Private Lot

82 Wysteria Drive, Richmond Hill, GA  31324   Welcome home to 82 Wysteria Drive in the Buckhead North community of Richmond Hill, an amazing FULL brick, executive home custom built in 2004 on a large, .6 acre private lot with … Continue reading

Adorable Low Country Cottage on Large Cul-de-Sac!

7 Rice Gate Drive, Richmond Hill, GA 31324   Welcome home to 7 Rice Gate Drive, an adorable low country cottage on a large cul-de-sac offering four bedrooms, three full baths, and 1,912 square feet of darling living space. Close … Continue reading

BRAND NEW Construction Home! One Level Living!

170 Burton Road, Savannah, GA  31405

Why buy used when you can have NEW! 170 Burton Road in the Cedar Walk-Mosswood community is a BRAND NEW home on a corner lot offering three bedrooms, two full baths, and 1,531 square feet of single level living, no stairs! Constructed by RJ Reynolds Construction, this home has great finishes, including low maintenance James Hardie board exterior, low maintenance interior LVT flooring, energy-efficient windows, and convenient location close to Pooler and Savannah, and only 15 minutes to downtown Savannah.

  • See all the details, images, virtual tour and current pricing here: 170Burton.MelanieKramer.com
  • For info sent INSTANTLY to your mobile, text “MK22” to 79564.

Be welcomed by a grassy front yard leading to the delightful covered front porch. What a wonderful spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Enter into the great room and notice the beautiful LVT flooring found throughout the home, and the open floor plan with an easy flow between the light and bright living spaces.

The great room also features a refreshing lighted ceiling fan and windows overlooking the front and side yards. The great room flows into the wonderful dining room with chandelier lighting and another window. The dining room is open to the kitchen highlighting rich and abundant cabinetry, gorgeous counters, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, pantry, built-in niche shelves, and an island with eating bar, undermount double sink and dishwasher.

The master suite showcases a refreshing lighted ceiling fan, a beautiful window, double closet, and private full bath with expansive vanity and spacious walk-in shower. There are also two secondary bedrooms and a second full bath with a shower over tub and double entries.

Outside, relax on the covered patio providing views of the treed backyard. Additional features include central heating and cooling with programmable thermostat, NO HOA, and there is enough room to park your boat, RV, or work truck on the premises. This home also comes with a termite bond, and a one-year builders warranty is also included!

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

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

Off the Beaten Path! No HOA! Move-in Ready!

143 Cape Fear Drive, Bloomingdale, GA  31202

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Welcome home to 143 Cape Fear Drive, a move-in ready, full brick, one story ranch home off the beaten path in West Chatham with NO HOA! Located less than a few tenths of a mile from the Ogeechee River, this large lot features mature landscaping, trees and fruit trees, AND you can park a boat, RV or work truck on your property. This one-owner gem requires NO flood insurance and it features fresh paint, no carpet in this home except office, vaulted great room with wood burning fireplace, a formal dining room, and separate office.

  • Instant tour on your mobile device: Text “MK2” to 79564.
  • See the extensive photo gallery, virtual tour and current pricing here: CapeFear.MelanieKramer.com

Approach the home and notice how the home is set back on the spacious lot with abundant mature shade trees and lush landscaping offering privacy. The expansive covered front porch welcomes you home and offers a lovely spot for porch swings and enjoying a cool glass of lemonade beneath the refreshing ceiling fan. Enter to the tile foyer and the fourth bedroom is to your left making the perfect location for your home office featuring a lighted ceiling fan. Continue to the great room with vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors, lighted ceiling fan, and cozy wood burning fireplace. Separate archways lead to the formal dining room and to the kitchen, while a 15-lite door leads to the open and covered patio areas making entertaining a breeze.

The generously sized formal dining room is perfect for entertaining and highlights a recessed tray ceiling with lovely chandelier lighting, hardwood floors, two-tone paint, chair railing, a bay window with bench seat, and decorative wood trim.

Continue to the kitchen with abundant cabinetry and counter space, tile flooring, chair railing, pantry, and door leading to the carport and backyard. There’s also room for a small breakfast table for more casual meals.

The spacious master suite features hardwood floors, a lighted ceiling fan, two closets, and private bath with relaxing spa tub with shower and tile surround. Both the second and third bedrooms include hardwood floors, lighted ceiling fans and double wide closets, while the second full bath highlights a shower over tub and separate double vanity area. There is also a laundry room with built-in cabinets and tile flooring.

This large lot offers the perfect backdrop for recreation and entertaining on the open paver patio, covered paver patio, and fenced backyard. Plenty of room for your own garden, chickens or both! There is a 24×24 carport, 10×16 storage, and additional storage/workshop with a side entry door and 9′ roll-up door with overhead lighting, fan and plenty of receptacles to plug into.

This move-in ready home is easy to show and has something for everyone! Come home to your own private oasis!

 

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 “MK2” 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

 

The Benefits of Committing to Your Real Estate Agent

Loyalty and commitment are the foundations of trust. You reap many benefits by committing to your real estate agent.

the benefits of committing to your real estate agent

We build relationships with both local and out of state buyers and pride ourselves on being committed to find you the perfect home. We work with buyers in a buyer agency relationship.

What does this mean for you?

You will sign a Buyer Broker Agreement. This means we are working for you, our client, in your best interest. Otherwise, you are a customer. It all comes down to whether you want someone looking out for you. Our goal is to represent you in your real estate transaction and provide quality client service.

In Return We Ask You:

  1. To communicate honestly and responsibly.
  2. To willingly provide pertinent information as needed.
  3. To promptly inform me of important changes of any time including timing, requirements, or other critical information that will affect your service commitment.
  4. To request that you pre-qualify for a home mortgage loan if you are financing any portion of your real estate investment. (Local MLX co-oping agreements require that you be pre-qualified prior to showing you real estate properties for sale. Their sellers are being asked to make their home presentable, leave their home while we show it, etc. and I am to pre-qualify you before taking you to their homes.)
  5. To submit a loan application and call lender – required information within the time frames of the contract when financing.
  6. To enter into contracts in good faith and make every effort to adhere to all negotiated contingencies.
  7. To inform all other real estate agents and For Sale By Owners that you are represented by Melanie Kramer of Keller Williams Realty.
  8. Sign a Buyers Brokerage loyalty Agreement.

House hunting can be all consuming. You may come across a home during your daily commute or find yourself at an open house on a beautiful Sunday afternoon.  Please let them know that you are represented by an agent at open houses and sales offices.

Here are a few Do’s and Do Not’s to help you when you’re out and about.

Sale by Owner / Listings

  • DO             Write down as much information as possible, pick up the hand out or save the ad.
  • DO             Call us with the information. We can pull additional information and details for you.
  • DON’T      Call the home owners agent or owner directly. And please do not approach the owner if you drive by.

Open or New Houses

  • DO             Immediately share with the showing agent that you are represented by us.
  • DO             Present my business card or my name to the agent or owner.   If they require you to be accompanied by your agent, call me as soon as possible.
  • DON’T      Disclose any information about your needs, motivation, likes or dislikes. Sharing this information could weaken your negotiating strength.
  • DON’T        Enter the sales office without registering me as your agent representative. Call me as soon as possible to let me know what sales office you have visited.

Call or email me today to start the search for your perfect home in the Coastal Empire!

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

Melanie Kramer Coastal Georgia Realtor

Winter Gardens in the South

For a lot of my clients moving to the Savannah/Richmond Hill area from the North East, winter gardens are a novelty. For us, it’s just one more bonus to living in the south.

Winter Gardens

Flowers for Winter Gardens

You’re not in Jersey anymore! Flowers in winter? In Southern Georgia, not a problem. A few plants that will flower here during the winter include: camellias, mahonias, winter jasmine, wintersweet, witch hazels, and pansies. Adding these to your landscape will give you a cheery pop of color after the leaves have fallen.

Trees for Winter Gardens

Bark and berries can add wonderful color to a winter landscape. Here are a few ideas to spark your imagination.

  • Winterberry (Ilex verticillata), is a small tree with red berries that grow throughout the fall and winter.
  • Himalayan Birch (Betula utilis) showcases a beautiful white peeling bark.
  • Maple Tree (Acer davidiiis) or as it is more commonly known snakebark, is a smaller tree that shows off white and green striped bark.
  • Japanese flowering apricot (Prunus mume) will flower in the winter. The flowers can be white, pink or rose and have a wonderfully sweet fragrance.

Winter Vegetable Gardens

Winter vegetables such as lettuce, broccoli, radishes, and carrots prefer warmer soil when starting out but require cooler temperatures to mature and grow.

Winter Gardens offer unique challenges, but you can’t beat how pleasant it is to be out in the garden this time of year.

Winter Garden Tips

What about cold snaps you ask. It’s always good to plan for them by building a cold frame around your vegetable garden. That will allow you the opportunity to throw blankets over the garden should we experience a truly cold snap.

Also mulching your gardens keep them looking great while protecting the roots from drying out. We recommend a good two inches of mulch.

What are your favorite winter garden plants? Please leave them in the comments below.

Looking for a home with plenty of green space to plan your year round garden? Please call or email me today. The Coastal Empire is a wonderful place to call home.

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

Melanie Kramer Coastal Georgia Realtor

Planning Valentine’s Day in Savannah

For visitors and locals alike, the Savannah Richmond Hill area is one of the most romantic in the country. With Valentine’s Day around the corner now is the time to make your reservations and plan your night out.Planning Valentine's Day in Savannah Richmond Hill GA

I love sharing what the coastal empire has to offer, especially around a holiday that showcases the romance that hangs in the air as naturally as the moss that decorates the live oaks.

This time of year I often talk to those looking to either relocate or retire from the cold temperatures and snow and desire a move to a warmer climate. Valentine’s weekend is a great time to visit, do a little site seeing and tour a few homes. Valentine’s tends to mark the end of our winter and we start planning for Spring… after all the azaleas will be in full bloom in another month!

If you’re planning a visit here are a few options you might like to consider:

  • I Love You, Your Perfect, Now Change! Love is complicated, which is why it can be so funny. The talented cast at the Savannah Theatre offer up the perfect date night with this hilarious musical comedy that shines a light on everything from dressing for the first date to meeting the in-laws. More info.
  • Evening Savannah Riverboat Cruises fill up early during Valentines, but don’t forget they offer a sightseeing harbor tours during the day and offer wonderful brunches as well. More info.
  • Say “I do” in the Davenport House Garden. This has become a bit of tradition for this beautiful property in the historic district. Ceremonies are offered every 10 minutes from 5 to 7 with a licensed marriage officiant. Reserve your time slot in advance. More info.
  • A private carriage tour is one of the most romantic ways to see Savannah. Cozy up with your loved one and hear the history and stories that makes this area so enchanting. More info.
  • Bed and Breakfasts are romantic any time of year, but there is just something special about a Valentine’s Day get a way. The B&Bs of the area are rich with historic and architecture. They tend to book up so now is the time to make your reservations. More info.
  • Shopping for the perfect Valentine’s gift? Both Savannah and Richmond Hill offer wonderful local shops for the traditionalist looking for flowers, jewelry and chocolate as well as galleries and unique shops selling that one of a kind item.
  • Eating out in the greater Savannah area is treasure trove of flavors to amuse any palette and price point. It’s difficult to make suggestions so I’ll recommend checking out Yelp. You’ll see plenty of 4 stars by many of the restaurants and read a collection of reviews.

Coming in to town to do a little house hunting with your site seeing… please call or email me today. I can help you find the perfect home. The Coastal Empire is a wonderful place to call home.

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

Melanie Kramer Coastal Georgia Realtor