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Tybee Island, GA Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Tybee Island, GA combines small-town charm, natural beauty, and a robust real estate market that appeals to both first-time investors and seasoned buyers. Its picturesque shoreline, laid-back lifestyle, and proximity to Savannah make it a sought-after destination for homeowners and investors alike.

Discover the Tybee Island Community

Tybee Island’s coastal character is defined by sandy beaches, historic lighthouses, and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability. Annual festivals, local art shows, and a welcoming community spirit make this island a place where neighbors feel like family.

Tybee Island Lifestyle

Outdoor activities are a core part of life here. Whether it’s paddleboarding, kayaking, or biking the trails, there’s always something to do. Dining options range from beachside shacks to gourmet seafood restaurants—many of which source ingredients locally. The pace is peaceful, the sunsets are unforgettable, and the rhythm of island life centers on community and well-being.

Real Estate Market Overview

The Tybee Island real estate market is highly competitive. Homes for sale in Tybee Island range from charming cottages to luxurious waterfront estates, with prices reflecting proximity to the beach and investment potential.

  • Historic Cottages: $300,000 – $500,000
  • Modern Townhouses: $500,000 – $800,000
  • Oceanfront Estates: $800,000 – $2M+
  • Condos: $400,000 – $1M
  • Investment Duplexes: $300,000 – $700,000

Whether you're searching for a vacation rental property or a full-time residence, there's a wide variety of homes for sale in Tybee Island to meet every lifestyle and budget.

Real Estate Investment Potential

Tybee Island properties offer strong rental income potential, particularly those close to the beach. The island’s tourism appeal and limited inventory support long-term property appreciation. Vacation rentals with private docks, ocean views, or proximity to downtown Tybee are especially valuable.

Schools and Education

Tybee Island is served by reputable public and private schools with strong academic programs. Schools emphasize STEM, arts, and extracurricular development. The island also benefits from partnerships with educational institutions in nearby Savannah.

Transportation and Accessibility

Located just 20 minutes from downtown Savannah, Tybee Island is easily accessed via Highway 80. The island is also bike- and pedestrian-friendly, with reliable public transit options available for residents and visitors.

Community Events and Culture

Tybee hosts events like the Pirate Festival, fireworks on the Fourth of July, and art shows throughout the year. These gatherings enhance community spirit and promote local business, creating a connected and vibrant neighborhood culture.

Partner With a Local Tybee Island Realtor

When it comes to navigating this unique coastal market, trust a local expert. A Tybee Island realtor at Bare Real Estate can help you understand property values, identify investment opportunities, and secure your ideal coastal home.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of homes are available on Tybee Island? From historic cottages to luxury estates and oceanfront condos, there’s a broad selection of properties suited for full-time living, vacation homes, and rental income.
  • Is Tybee Island a good place to invest? Yes. High demand for vacation rentals and limited available land keep values strong. Waterfront and walkable properties are especially valuable.
  • Are there good schools on Tybee? Yes, the island and nearby areas offer excellent public and private school options with strong academics and extracurriculars.
  • How far is Tybee Island from Savannah? Approximately 20-25 minutes by car via Highway 80. It's a quick and scenic drive.
  • What lifestyle can I expect? Beachfront living, vibrant local events, outdoor recreation, and a laid-back coastal pace make Tybee ideal for both retirees and active families.

Start Your Home Search on Tybee Island

Browse our latest homes for sale or contact Bare Real Estate today to speak with a Tybee Island realtor. Whether you're ready to buy, sell, or invest, we're here to help you navigate every step of your real estate journey with expert insights and local support.

Experience Tybee Island—not just a place to live, but a way of life.

 

 

Homes For Sale in Tybee Island Ga

1115 Jones Ave, Tybee Island
$1,150,000
6 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ SA367145 MLS
Marshview 6BR/6BA 3250sqft Historic Home w/4 Units & Gunite Pool!! Originally built by the Tybee Beach Company as “Spec Cottage A” in 1924, the year after Tybee Road was opened. Located on a 1/2 Acre Corner Lot, this Residential Compound was the First Example of a Tybee Raised Cottage on the Island! Sold Fully Furnished & Turn-Key for New Owner w/an Active STVR Certificate! Main Home Features 3 Separate Units each w/Screened Porches, Full Kitchens, & Washer/Dryer. Upstairs 3BR/3BA Unit w/Original Hardwood Floors, Spacious Living Area, Custom Kitchen w/Granite Countertops Open to Dining Area & Sunroom w/Stair Access to Pool + Large Screened Wrap-Around Porch w/Ping Pong Table. 2 Separate 1BR/1BA Units Downstairs. Private 1BR 360sqft Studio Cottage in Backyard Overlooks Marsh w/Covered Outdoor Kitchen Pavilion by Pool Area! Plenty of Parking for Guests! Walking Distance to Local Restaurants! Live On-Site & Rent the other 3 Units to Supplement Living Expenses! Only 4 blocks to Beach! Existing STVR Certificate Eligible for One Time Transfer Beginning January 1, 2027, Subject to City Requirements & Approval.

1115 Jones Ave, Tybee Island
1115 Jones Ave, Tybee Island
$1,150,000
6 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ SA365071 MLS
Marshview 6BR/6BA 3250sqft Historic Home w/4 Units & Gunite Pool!! Originally built by the Tybee Beach Company as “Spec Cottage A” in 1924, the year after Tybee Road was opened. Located on a 1/2 Acre Corner Lot, this Residential Compound was the First Example of a Tybee Raised Cottage on the Island! Sold Fully Furnished & Turn-Key for New Owner w/an Active STVR Certificate! Main Home Features 3 Separate Units each w/Screened Porches, Full Kitchens, & Washer/Dryer. Upstairs 3BR/3BA Unit w/Original Hardwood Floors, Spacious Living Area, Custom Kitchen w/Granite Countertops Open to Dining Area & Sunroom w/Stair Access to Pool + Large Screened Wrap-Around Porch w/Ping Pong Table. 2 Separate 1BR/1BA Units Downstairs. Private 1BR 360sqft Studio Cottage in Backyard Overlooks Marsh w/Covered Outdoor Kitchen Pavilion by Pool Area! Plenty of Parking for Guests! Walking Distance to Local Restaurants! Live On-Site & Rent the other 3 Units to Supplement Living Expenses! Only 4 blocks to Beach! Existing STVR Certificate Eligible for One Time Transfer Beginning January 1, 2027, Subject to City Requirements & Approval.

1115 Jones Ave, Tybee Island
24 Van Horne Ave, Tybee Island
$1,900,000
9 Beds ⋅ 10 Baths ⋅ SA366898 MLS ⋅ Tybee Island Inn B&B BLDG.
Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a landmark hospitality property on Tybee Island. Originally built in 1902 as a day hospital for Fort Screven, this distinguished 9BR/9.5BA bed & breakfast encompasses 5,283 square feet on a beautifully treed .33-acre parcel just steps from North Beach and Jaycee Park. Rich in character yet thoughtfully updated, the inn offers expansive gathering spaces, an inviting dining room, a wood-burning fireplace, and a commercial-grade kitchen designed for seamless service. The landscaped front courtyard, complete with fountain, hardscape, fencing, and mature oaks, along with a gracious covered porch and gazebo, creates an unforgettable guest arrival experience. Offered turnkey with an established wedding and event component, ample parking (11 spaces), and an assumable SBA loan option, this is a rare legacy investment where history, hospitality, and coastal sophistication converge.

24 Van Horne Ave, Tybee Island
24 Van Horne Ave, Tybee Island
$1,900,000
9 Beds ⋅ 10 Baths ⋅ SA366897 MLS ⋅ Tybee Island B&B BLDG.
Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a landmark hospitality property on Tybee Island. Originally built in 1902 as a day hospital for Fort Screven, this distinguished 9BR/9.5BA bed & breakfast encompasses 5,283 square feet on a beautifully treed .33-acre parcel just steps from North Beach and Jaycee Park. Rich in character yet thoughtfully updated, the inn offers expansive gathering spaces, an inviting dining room, a wood-burning fireplace, and a commercial-grade kitchen designed for seamless service. The landscaped front courtyard, complete with fountain, hardscape, fencing, and mature oaks, along with a gracious covered porch and gazebo, creates an unforgettable guest arrival experience. Offered turnkey with an established wedding and event component, ample parking (11 spaces), and an assumable SBA loan option, this is a rare legacy investment where history, hospitality, and coastal sophistication converge.

24 Van Horne Ave, Tybee Island
1813 Butler Ave, Tybee Island
$975,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ SA366722 MLS
Meet Twin Tides, a fully furnished turn key raised duplex on Tybee's South End, a short walk to the ocean beach one way and the calm Back River the other. Tybrisa Street dining, shops and the pier are just minutes away. Bahama shutters, dual staircases, and off street parking set the island tone. Each level is a private 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence with ensuite baths, laundry and a screened porch. Upstairs, a wall of windows fills the large great room with light, and the kitchen pairs glossy European cabinetry with granite, a commercial hood and double ovens. Downstairs offers an open concept, inviting kitchen and sleeper sofas for additional guests. A detached cottage with heat & air and grilling porch, adds office, workshop or storage space, plus an outdoor shower. All furnishings remain. Live on one level, lease the other or hold it all as an investment. Duplex currently operating as two active, licensed short-term vacation rental units with established rental history. Per City of Tybee Island ordinances, STR certificates do not automatically transfer to a purchaser upon sale. Continued STR use requires a new owner application subject to City approval, deadlines, and current zoning ordinances. Buyers must conduct their own due diligence with the City of Tybee Island STRV Dept prior to closing. Listing agent has a material relationship with the seller.

1813 Butler Ave, Tybee Island
12 18th St, Tybee Island
$1,200,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ SA366583 MLS
6 HOMES FROM BEACH! "The Sailboat House" is a MUST SEE Oceanview Home w/Active STVR Certificate just steps away to the Pier, Tybrisa & the most Popular Beaches on Tybee Island. This Spacious 3BR/3BA Beachside Of Butler Home is only 175 Steps to 18th Street Beach Access! Incredible Location. Main Floor is Open Concept: Living Room to Dining Room & Kitchen with Tall 10' Ceilings & Custom Blue Sail Ceiling Fans! Living Room features Stunning Floor-to-Ceiling Tiled Gas Fireplace, Oak Hardwood Floors & 3 Sets of Glass Sliding Doors throughout to a Wrap Around Porch. Extra Wide Front Porch features custom Wave Shaped Spindles. Port Hole Round Windows throughout the home to give it that Sailboat feel. Main Floor features 1 Bedroom and Full bath. Additional 2 Bedrooms Upstairs. Gorgeous Ocean Views from Primary Suite can be enjoyed from inside and off the Private Balcony that also leads to a Crow's Nest overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Primary features Walk-in Closet, Cathedral Ceilings & Custom Sailboat Window. Primary's HUGE Bathroom includes an Enormous 6x6' Tiled Shower w/2 Shower Heads & Glass Surround plus Oversized Soaking Tub. Laundry Room access from Primary Bathroom & Upstairs Hallway. Upstairs Guest Bedroom is large enough to accommodate 2 Queen Beds and can serve as a 2nd Primary Suite with Full Bathroom Ensuite. Walking Distance to Tybrisa Street with many Restaurants like Fannies, Spanky's, Rock House, Pier 16, & Shops! Enjoy Coastal Living with Ocean Breezes, Charming Nautical details and multiple outdoor spaces perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. Fully decked Backyard with enclosed outdoor shower and a great area for Fire Pit or Hot Tub. Whether it's your next personal beach getaway, full-time residence or investment property, this one-of-a-kind Tybee home offers an unbeatable location and unforgettable ocean views! Closings after Jan 1st 2027 will have opportunity of grandfathered STVR Certificate for New Owners under new City Ordinance.

12 18th St, Tybee Island
214 Butler Ave Unit 302, Tybee Island
$929,750
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SA366736 MLS ⋅ Desoto Beach Club BLDG.
Direct beach and ocean views greet you from both the living room and the primary bedroom. Every morning starts with sunrise over the water, and every evening ends with the sound of the surf. This turn-key 3-bedroom condo is sold fully furnished, so you can bring your swimsuit and start enjoying Tybee from day one. Chef-friendly kitchen with a large island, granite countertops, and bar-top seating, where everyone ends up at every gathering Three bedrooms, two baths, with room for family, friends, and guests Garage parking, a real convenience at the beach Keyed elevator access directly into condo. Sold fully furnished, so you can move in or start hosting right away Desoto Beach Club, an exclusive community of only 3-bedroom residences, which keeps the feel low-density and uncrowded. Beautifully landscaped courtyard and pool area for lounging between beach days. Whether it’s your full-time home, a weekend escape, or a smart coastal investment, this is Tybee living at its best. Owner Real Estate agent in GA

214 Butler Ave Unit 302, Tybee Island
85 Van Horne St Unit 19A, Tybee Island
$439,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SA366867 MLS ⋅ Lighthouse Point Beach Club Co BLDG.
Enjoy the relaxed coastal setting of this ocean view condo in Lighthouse Point, a gated community on Tybee Island’s quiet North End. This furnished two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo offers direct beach access just steps away, making it easy to spend the day by the water and return home to unwind. Ocean views fill the living room, and the private balcony offers a place to enjoy the coastal air. The second bedroom overlooks the pool, while the open floor plan connects the living and dining areas with a well-equipped kitchen for easy meals and time together. Community amenities include three pools, outdoor showers, and charcoal grills, and the condo includes one parking space. Currently used as a short-term rental, it offers flexibility for a new owner seeking a personal beach retreat or the opportunity to continue renting.

85 Van Horne St Unit 19A, Tybee Island
12 18th Ter, Tybee Island
$1,675,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ SA364879 MLS
Rare opportunity to own a piece of Tybee Island history just steps from beautiful South Beach! Originally built in 1924, this unique coastal property includes a charming main residence, a separate guest cottage, and an adjoining vacant 0.11-acre lot, all with private beach access. The main home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, abundant natural light, numerous windows, and the timeless character of an original Tybee cottage. Enjoy the coastal breeze from the welcoming front porch or entertain family and friends on the expansive downstairs deck. The separate guest cottage offers 1 bedroom, 1 bath, a full kitchen, and additional living space ideal for visiting guests or extended family. The cottage is also beneficial for buyers who may want to have an on-site property caretaker. The adjoining vacant lot offers opportunities to create your own coastal oasis or family compound, whether you envision a garden, swimming pool, or expanded outdoor living space, or decide to build another family beach home. Experience the best of Tybee Island living with easy access to South Beach, spectacular sunset skies, ocean breezes, and leisurely shoreline walks. Enjoy boating, kayaking, local restaurants, and the island's laid-back atmosphere. Depending on the season, you may even witness sea turtles nesting on Tybee's beaches or explore the natural beauty of nearby Little Tybee Island. Whether you envision a full-time residence, family beach retreat, or multigenerational getaway, or use it as a vacation rental, this distinctive property offers historic charm, flexible living spaces, additional land, and a sought-after coastal location. Beginning January 1, 2027, the Short-Term Rental Certificate can be transferred to the new owner. Seller is a licensed Realtor in the State of Georgia.

12 18th Ter, Tybee Island
304 9th St, Tybee Island
$575,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SA366822 MLS
Built in 1947, 304 9th Street has the charm of an old Tybee cottage with the updates you want. The home has been renovated throughout, with hurricane-rated windows, a brand-new kitchen, fresh paint, and new flooring. The plumbing and electrical have also been updated, so the work goes well beyond the cosmetic. A 15x17 screened porch gives you plenty of room to enjoy the island breeze, and the fully fenced yard is great for pets or just enjoying some outdoor space. Located mid-island, the home is an easy walk down 9th Street to the beach crossover, just four blocks away. All the character of a classic Tybee cottage, with the big updates already taken care of.

304 9th St, Tybee Island
712 2nd Ave, Tybee Island
$715,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SA366816 MLS
Lovingly restored and charmingly decorated, this inviting Tybee Island cottage features two separate living units, offering flexibility as a full-time residence, vacation retreat, or income-producing property. The first level includes one bedroom, a dedicated dining room, a large sun-filled living room, and an expansive screened porch - the perfect place to relax and enjoy the island breeze. The second level offers two bedrooms and one bathroom, providing additional space for family or guests. An additional lot behind the cottage is also available for purchase at an additional price, presenting an exciting opportunity for added privacy, outdoor space, or future possibilities.

712 2nd Ave, Tybee Island
1707 Strand Ave Unit 1, Tybee Island
$845,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SA366677 MLS ⋅ Porpoise Point BLDG.
Make Tybee’s South End your home base with ocean views, room to spread out, and the beach just steps from your door. This updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo brings together the comforts of an island retreat and the appeal of an established vacation rental, with commercial zoning, an active STR license, and proven rental history. At the heart of the condo, a spacious open living area flows onto a private wraparound balcony, creating an inviting setting for everything from watching the sunrise with a coffee to relaxing with a cocktail after the beach. Take in the ocean breeze, watch the island come alive, or settle in for holiday fireworks without leaving home. Ocean views continue in the primary suite, where direct balcony access and an en suite bath with a double vanity and tiled tub/shower create a comfortable place to recharge. Two generously sized guest bedrooms down the hall share a full bath with a tiled tub/shower. Updated interiors, a newly installed HVAC system, and an in-unit laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer make the condo well suited for weekend escapes or longer stays. The building offers elevator access, while garage parking with generous storage and two assigned parking lot spaces provide welcome convenience in this popular beach destination. Leave the car parked and spend the day exploring, with Tybee Pier, restaurants, coffee shops, ice cream stops, bars, and shopping all within easy reach. Whether you’re looking for a personal getaway or a vacation rental investment, this condo puts ocean views, outdoor living, and the energy of the South End all at your doorstep.

1707 Strand Ave Unit 1, Tybee Island
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