1229 E 40th Street
Savannah, GA 31404
Live Oak- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,303 sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,303 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1934
Living Area
1,303 sqft
Price/Sqft
$289
Parking
Garage
About this House
The best of both worlds! That’s what you get with this beautiful gem in the heart of Live Oak just 3 blocks to Daffin Park and Historic Grayson Stadium where you can enjoy the Savannah Bananas! It’s the best of both worlds because you get all the charm of a 1930’s bungalow including a gorgeous original fireplace while living in the total comfort of a completely renovated home. This home offers 3 bedrooms and two full baths plus a fully renovated garage and a huge fenced back yard. The list of work that has been done on this property is extensive and includes new roof, new HVAC, new energy efficient windows, fully renovated kitchen with stainless appliances, beautiful tiled bathrooms, all new electrical and all new plumbing. All work has been done with permits from the City of Savannah. Live Oak is a vibrant neighborhood less than 1 mile from downtown Savannah. The City of Savannah recently completed a multi-million dollar streetscape revitalization of Waters St.
1229 E 40th Street, Savannah, GA 31404 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,303 sqft single-family home in Live Oak, built in 1934. It last sold for the $395,000 asking price on Sep 26, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2024 with an asking price of $3,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 3, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $376,300, with a rent estimate of $2,111/month.
Home Details for 1229 E 40th Street
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Bathroom 2 |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1303 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Oven, Range, Range Hood, RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalLaundry: In Hall,Washer Hookup,Dryer HookupRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family Room, MasonryHas a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: 220 VoltsNo Electric on Property |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Double Pane WindowsCommon Walls: No Common Walls |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Number of Stories: 1Accessibility: None |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Patio, Front PorchFencing: Privacy, Yard FencedFoundation: Block, Raised |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Underground |
Frontage Road Frontage: Public RoadResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Farm & Range Not Allowed to Raise Horses |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 42 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1934 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Stick BuiltArchitecture: Bungalow |
Building Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Included in Sale: Alarm-Smoke/Fire, RefrigeratorParcel Number: 2007706009 |
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Price List Price: $395,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Thu Aug 10 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: SavannahCommunity: Live Oak |
School Information Elementary School: Andrea B. WilliJr High / Middle School: HubertHigh School: Liberal Arts |
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HOA Fee Frequency (second): AnnuallyNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 6098.4 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Contingencies: Due Diligence, FinancingListing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: ARM, Cash, Conventional, 1031 Exchange, FHA, VA Loan |
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Energy Efficiency Features: Windows |
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Mls Number: SA292300Attic: Pull Down StairsAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetActivation Date: Wed Jul 19 2023Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-13051-N-2007706009-R-N |
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Linda Blakemore, (949) 887-0938
Vylla Home
Bought with: Shannee L. Theus, (315) 289-6677, Keller Williams Coastal Area P
Source: Hive MLS, MLS#SA292300

Price History for 1229 E 40th Street
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/16/2026 | $389,000 | ListingRemoved | Hive MLS #SA356360 |
| 06/04/2026 | $389,000 | PriceChange | Hive MLS #SA356360 |
| 05/27/2026 | $399,000 | PriceChange | Hive MLS #SA356360 |
| 05/22/2026 | $415,000 | Listed For Sale | Hive MLS #SA356360 |
| 10/03/2024 | $3,000 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals |
| 09/24/2024 | $3,000 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 09/02/2024 | $2,500 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals |
| 07/14/2024 | $2,500 | PriceChange | Zillow Rentals |
| 06/10/2024 | $3,000 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 05/25/2024 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals | |
| 03/19/2024 | $3,000 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 01/13/2024 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals | |
| 12/16/2023 | $2,500 | PriceChange | Zillow Rentals |
| 12/08/2023 | $2,900 | PriceChange | Zillow Rentals |
| 11/24/2023 | $3,200 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 09/26/2023 | $395,000 | Sold | Hive MLS #SA292300 |
| 08/30/2023 | $395,000 | Pending | Hive MLS #292300 |
| 08/07/2023 | $395,000 | PriceChange | Hive MLS #292300 |
| 07/20/2023 | $419,000 | Listed For Sale | Hive MLS #292300 |
| 04/07/2022 | $130,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 01/13/2022 | $160,000 | Pending | Hive MLS #262043 |
| 12/17/2021 | $160,000 | Contingent | Hive MLS #262043 |
| 12/09/2021 | $160,000 | Listed For Sale | Hive MLS #262043 |
| 10/16/2012 | $800 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 09/12/2012 | $800 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
| 02/07/2012 | $800 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 07/01/2011 | $38,598 | Sold | N/A |
| 12/29/2008 | $38,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Savannah
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$333K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
Price per sq ft
$210
$5MoM
Available listings
1362
11MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $5,015 |
| Assessment | $435,500 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1229 E 40th Street
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.14 | Single-Family Home | $400,000 | 12/04/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,340 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $424,900 | 01/13/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,616 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $345,000 | 02/26/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,326 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $350,000 | 12/12/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,258 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $340,000 | 04/02/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,388 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $437,000 | 09/12/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,728 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $353,000 | 06/02/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,438 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $419,900 | 08/31/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,403 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $222,500 | 07/15/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,288 |
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What Locals Say about Live Oak
At least 22 Trulia users voted on each feature.
85 % Say car is needed
80 % Say yards are well-kept
78 % Say parking is easy
73 % Say it's dog friendly
72 % Say there's holiday spirit
60 % Say there are sidewalks
56 % Say streets are well-lit
53 % Say neighbors are friendly
52 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
47 % Say it's quiet
46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
40 % Say people would walk alone at night
34 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
32 % Say there are community events
21 % Say there's wildlife
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