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$885,000

$4,751 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

523 E Gaston Street,Savannah, GA 31401

Savannah, GA 31401

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Welcome to The John Starr House built in 1892

The John Starr House built in 1892

Lovely welcoming entrance

Living room with bay window - Notice the extra large opening from hall into living room creating space and light.

Living room with gas log fireplace

Living room opens into the dining room

Dining room

Dining room with decorative fireplace

Dining room looking into living room

Bright spacious kitchen

Behind double doors is the washer & dryer.

Generous counterspace as well as cabinets to hold everything you need

Gas stove, dishwasher, refrigerator and oodles of cabinet space.

Room for a small table and chairs and great flow for entertaining.

Powder room off the hall

Front door with stained glass of magnolias above

Back bedroom with king bed

Two sets of closets

Completely renovated bathroom with walk-in shower

Middle bedroom

Front bedroom with ensuite bathroom

Front bedroom

Ensuite bathroom

Claw foot tub

Back door from courtyard

Private courtyard

Perfect for relaxing

Fountain

Perfect for entertaining or quietly relaxing

Back of the house

Back of the house

Back of the house from the courtyard

Street view of the house.

View from next door neighbor's sidewalk

Lovely trees in the front of the house

Description

Step into timeless charm and modern comfort with this beautifully preserved Victorian freestanding home, originally built in 1892 by John Starr. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath residence is located in the Historic District of Savannah, just a short walk to Forsyth Park, boutique shopping, restaurants, a nearby dog park ad the vibrant River Street waterfront. The home seamlessly blends historic character with thoughtful updates, including a renovated kitchen and updated bathrooms designed for today's lifestyle. Inside are rich hardwood floors, soaring high ceilings and an abundance of natural light streaming in from three sides, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. Original architectural details pair effortlessly with modern finishes, offering both elegance and functionality. Enjoy a private, bricked courtyard oasis with a mature tree, lush bushes and a tranquil fountain - perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Additional highlights include a rare non-owner occupied STVR license, making this property a great opportunity. The John Starr House is a true blend of history, beauty, location and versatility.

Details

MLS #	SA353476
Listing Type	For Sale
Style	House
Sub-Type	Resale
Status	Active
Year	1892
Days On Site	193
Listing Provided By	Daniel Ravenel SIR \| Ann T. Rockwell

Features

Bed(s)	3
Bath(s)	3 Total
SQ Feet	1,674
Story(s)	2
Acreage	0.05
Property View	Panoramic

Interior

Interior Features	Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Gourmet Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Tub Shower, Upper Level Primary, Vanity
Heating Yes / No	Yes
Cooling Yes / No	Yes
Cooling	Central Air, Electric
Fireplace Features	Decorative, Living Room, Other
Fireplaces Total	3
Fireplace Yes / No	Yes
Laundry Features	In Kitchen, Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Rooms Total	0

Exterior

Exterior Features	Courtyard
Roof	Composition
Lot Features	City Lot, Garden
Community Features	Playground, Park, Shopping, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
View	Panoramic
Construction Materials	Wood Siding

Parking

Garage Yes / No	No
Parking Features	On Street

Taxes

Tax Legal Description	West 21 Feet of Lot 15 Davis Ward

Area Information

State	GA
County	Chatham
City	Savannah
Zip Code	31401
Community Name	Landmark District
Listing VS Median (in Landmark District)
Price: $885,000 low \| high Med: $2,012,500 77.401129943503% of Average sqft: 1,674 low \| high Med: 3,025 30.704898446834% of Average $ / sqft: $529 low \| high Med: $677 21.891133524996% of Average On site: 193 low \| high Med: 137.5 100% of Average

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Market Activity 31401

Date	Sales	Avg $ Per SqFt	Min Sale Price	Max Sale Price	Med Sale Price
Date: Oct 2026	Sales: 1	Avg $ Per SqFt: $413.6	Min Sale Price: $450,000	Max Sale Price: $450,000	Med Sale Price: $450,000
Date: Sep 2026	Sales: 3	Avg $ Per SqFt: $628.38	Min Sale Price: $225,000	Max Sale Price: $1,200,000	Med Sale Price: $350,000
Date: Aug 2026	Sales: 1	Avg $ Per SqFt: $327.43	Min Sale Price: $748,500	Max Sale Price: $748,500	Med Sale Price: $748,500
Date: Jul 2026	Sales: 10	Avg $ Per SqFt: $259.2	Min Sale Price: $195,000	Max Sale Price: $1,150,000	Med Sale Price: $475,000
Date: Jun 2026	Sales: 3	Avg $ Per SqFt: $438.81	Min Sale Price: $510,000	Max Sale Price: $1,325,000	Med Sale Price: $650,000
Date: May 2026	Sales: 4	Avg $ Per SqFt: $405.35	Min Sale Price: $375,000	Max Sale Price: $560,000	Med Sale Price: $442,500
Date: Apr 2026	Sales: 3	Avg $ Per SqFt: $138.59	Min Sale Price: $180,000	Max Sale Price: $880,000	Med Sale Price: $385,000
Date: Mar 2026	Sales: 1	Avg $ Per SqFt: $235.25	Min Sale Price: $479,900	Max Sale Price: $479,900	Med Sale Price: $479,900
Date: Feb 2026	Sales: 1	Avg $ Per SqFt: $648.4	Min Sale Price: $1,420,000	Max Sale Price: $1,420,000	Med Sale Price: $1,420,000
Date: Jan 2026	Sales: 2	Avg $ Per SqFt: $474.11	Min Sale Price: $485,000	Max Sale Price: $925,000	Med Sale Price: $705,000
Date: Dec 2025	Sales: 3	Avg $ Per SqFt: $291.59	Min Sale Price: $270,000	Max Sale Price: $1,000,000	Med Sale Price: $1,000,000
Date: Nov 2025	Sales: 2	Avg $ Per SqFt: $644.47	Min Sale Price: $823,000	Max Sale Price: $8,200,000	Med Sale Price: $4,511,500

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Oct 2026
Sales:	1
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$413.6
Min Sale Price:	$450,000
Max Sale Price:	$450,000
Med Sale Price:	$450,000
Sep 2026
Sales:	3
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$628.38
Min Sale Price:	$225,000
Max Sale Price:	$1,200,000
Med Sale Price:	$350,000
Aug 2026
Sales:	1
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$327.43
Min Sale Price:	$748,500
Max Sale Price:	$748,500
Med Sale Price:	$748,500
Jul 2026
Sales:	10
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$259.2
Min Sale Price:	$195,000
Max Sale Price:	$1,150,000
Med Sale Price:	$475,000
Jun 2026
Sales:	3
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$438.81
Min Sale Price:	$510,000
Max Sale Price:	$1,325,000
Med Sale Price:	$650,000
May 2026
Sales:	4
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$405.35
Min Sale Price:	$375,000
Max Sale Price:	$560,000
Med Sale Price:	$442,500
Apr 2026
Sales:	3
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$138.59
Min Sale Price:	$180,000
Max Sale Price:	$880,000
Med Sale Price:	$385,000
Mar 2026
Sales:	1
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$235.25
Min Sale Price:	$479,900
Max Sale Price:	$479,900
Med Sale Price:	$479,900
Feb 2026
Sales:	1
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$648.4
Min Sale Price:	$1,420,000
Max Sale Price:	$1,420,000
Med Sale Price:	$1,420,000
Jan 2026
Sales:	2
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$474.11
Min Sale Price:	$485,000
Max Sale Price:	$925,000
Med Sale Price:	$705,000
Dec 2025
Sales:	3
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$291.59
Min Sale Price:	$270,000
Max Sale Price:	$1,000,000
Med Sale Price:	$1,000,000
Nov 2025
Sales:	2
Avg $ Per SqFt:	$644.47
Min Sale Price:	$823,000
Max Sale Price:	$8,200,000
Med Sale Price:	$4,511,500

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Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston

176244 CRS (919) 961-0808 battenc@hpw.com

State	GA
County	Chatham
City	Savannah
Zip Code	31401
Community Name	Landmark District
Listing VS Median (in Landmark District)
Price: $885,000 low \| high Med: $2,012,500 77.401129943503% of Average sqft: 1,674 low \| high Med: 3,025 30.704898446834% of Average $ / sqft: $529 low \| high Med: $677 21.891133524996% of Average On site: 193 low \| high Med: 137.5 100% of Average

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