Live on vacation when you make 1653 Hawthorne Rd in the Shellman Bluff area of Townsend Georgia your home! A beautifully crafted 4-bedroom, 3-bath brick home situated on 6.43 acres of serene landscape with NO HOA awaits its new owners. Built in 2014, this 2,319 sq ft residence offers spacious living with a versatile layout, including a massive upstairs bedroom that can easily serve as a bonus room for entertaining or as a luxurious primary suite. Have peace of mind knowing a BRAND-NEW HVAC unit was installed in July 2025. The property features a private, stocked pond teeming with blue belly bream, carp, and bass, and is frequented by local wildlife, including a pair of ducks who've made it their permanent home. Just minutes away from Shellman Bluff Marina, Sapelo Hammock Golf Course, Sapelo Saltwater Fishing Club, and Harris Neck Wildlife Refuge this home sits in a welcoming golf cart community where life just seems to slow down. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a quiet weekend getaway, this home combines comfort, nature, and convenience in one exceptional package. Grass has been enhanced in some of the photos.
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
6.43 acresLot Size
$251Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lanarius Hunter• eXp Realty
Bought with Non Mls Salesperson• Keller Williams Golden Isles
ACERAGE, WILDLIFE, PRIVACY, and BEAUTY!!! The Shellman Bluff Community offers plenty of commodities! There are some local favorite restaurants in the area, Hunters Cafe', Old School Diner, and Speeds Kitchen for delicious seafood. A local seafood market known as Shellman Seafood Company. Great local activities! There is an 18 hole golf course, Sapelo Hammock Golf Course, only two miles from your front door! Also, Harris Neck National Wildlife Refugee where you can explore by bike or kayak, hunting club that runs parallel to the home, fishing club down the road, community park offers local events for holidays, and an annual private planned event hosted by the Eagle Neck Neighbors. The land on this property offers running plumbing to grow the perfect garden, half acre spring fed pond, over 6 acres of land, wildlife, and plenty of magnolias to enjoy! Seller willing to pay toward closing cost.
GIAR #1627667
Aug 25, 2021
Sold
$375,000
$162/sq ft
Jun 21, 2021
Listed
$375,000
$162/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,277 (+3.1%)
$52,160 + $159,600
$211,760
2024
$5,118 (−9.5%)
$52,160 + $159,600
$211,760
2023
$5,657 (+34.7%)
$38,732 + $130,467
$169,199
2022
$4,200 (+71.2%)
$47,120 + $151,320
$198,440
2021
$2,453 (−1.1%)
$20,840 + $124,560
$145,400
2020
$2,480 (+12.9%)
$20,840 + $80,120
$100,960
2019
$2,196
$20,840 + $73,892
$94,732
2018
$2,196
$20,840 + $73,892
$94,732
2017
$2,196
$20,840 + $66,852
$87,692
Tax history for 1653 Hawthorne Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,277 (+3.1%)
$52,160 + $159,600
$211,760
2024
$5,118 (−9.5%)
$52,160 + $159,600
$211,760
2023
$5,657 (+34.7%)
$38,732 + $130,467
$169,199
2022
$4,200 (+71.2%)
$47,120 + $151,320
$198,440
2021
$2,453 (−1.1%)
$20,840 + $124,560
$145,400
2020
$2,480 (+12.9%)
$20,840 + $80,120
$100,960
2019
$2,196
$20,840 + $73,892
$94,732
2018
$2,196
$20,840 + $73,892
$94,732
2017
$2,196
$20,840 + $66,852
$87,692
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1.25
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.43 Acres
Year renovated
2014
Sq. Ft.
2,319
Year built
2014
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McIntosh County
APN
0071 0004003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage
Has Garage
Parking Information
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://tour.elevatedcoastalproductions.com/order/a1d9a78f-f025-44fd-6fb3-08dd8bd76333?branding=false
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Living Area: 2319
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Above Grade Finished Area: 2319
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: Two
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Other
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces Total: 1
Room Information
Basement: None
Room Types: Bonus Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Structure Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 6.43
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 280090.8
Lot Size Acres: 6.43
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Private
Building Information
Year Built: 2014
Building Area Total: 2319
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 0071 0004003
Tax Annual Amount: 6041.41
Tax Year: 24
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: High Speed Internet
Location
HOA Information
No
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: Todd Grant
Middle Or Junior School: Mcintosh County
High School: Mcintosh Academy
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 1653 Hawthorne Road NE, Townsend GA 31331
City: Townsend
County Or Parish: Mcintosh
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 31331
Country: US
Subdivision Name: none
Coordinates: -81.314069,31.599606
Directions: GPS FRIENDLY
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,319
Stories: 1.25
Lot Size: 6.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2014
Year Renovated: 2014
County: McIntosh County
APN: 0071 0004003
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 73
Listing Information
List Price: 560000
Search Price: 542500
Close Price: 542500
Listing Id: 10572617
Original List Price: 587700
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2025-05-15
Close Date: 2026-01-16
Due Diligence Date: 2025-12-18
Listing Contract Date: 2025-05-11
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-12-08
Off Market Date: 2025-12-08
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Schools
Todd Grant Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 16.8mi
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McIntosh County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 17.4mi
4/10
McIntosh County Academy
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 13.0mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$554,000 – $671,000
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