Savannah, Savannah GA — neighborhood review

Savannah, GA

Savannah · Chatham County · GA 31401

Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$552K

Median Price

76/100

Walk Score

8.7/10

Schools

274 min

to Atlanta, GA

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
87/100
D+Quietness
50/100
FCommute
15/100
BWalkability
76/100
WYLT Score50/100

Our Take

Savannah’s downtown area offers decent walkability, good schools, and low flood risk, but high home costs relative to income and limited public transit make it a moderate choice. It’s solid for families or remote workers who don’t mind a long commute to Atlanta, but isn’t ideal for those needing robust transit or a vibrant nightlife.

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The Good

  • Highly-rated public schools with many options
  • Walkable downtown with a variety of shops and restaurants
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Strong historic charm and community vibe

Real Talk

  • !Home prices are high relative to median income
  • !Public transit options are limited, requiring a car
  • !Long commute to Atlanta (over 4 hours)
  • !Little online community presence indicates potential isolation
  • $High property taxes in the city
  • $Elevated insurance costs for older homes
  • $Potential maintenance costs for historic properties

Best For

Families with school-age kidsRemote workers who prefer a walkable cityStudents and young professionalsRetirees looking for a historic environment

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Savannah, GA

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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