1709 Bruce Drive, Saint Simons, GA 31522 - Photo 1

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$1,649,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
3 Full Baths

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Property Description

Experience the enchantment and charm of a past era 1930-40 East Beach at 1709 Bruce Drive + Guest Cottage. Fortune Cookie is tucked away and surrounded by majestic oak trees and lush azaleas. The beautiful white architectural accent fence encases the front yard with ancient oak tree and spirit face carving that only adds to the allure of the house. Once you step through the front door that once belonged to the home of Joan Fontaine British-American Actress who won an Oscar for her role in Alfred Hitchcocks Rebecca you will realize the vintage glamour and timeless design. 1709 Bruce Drive offers plenty of room for families or groups of friends to enjoy the Saltwater Pool with gorgeous fountain detail, outdoor shower, private screen porch,multiple trex decking and beautiful patio garden areas all a short walk to the beach. The home has been restored for optimal use but the important architectural details preserved. The main house has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths plus finished attic space that is currently used as an office and has a window with mini split and could be a bunk room, living room with Artisan fireplace, sun room, dining room and beautiful modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances/wine cooler round out the main house. The Guest house, 1707 Bruce has its own electric/water meter, entrance through the vine covered arched gate from the 20 ft alley , full kitchen, living, bedroom, bathroom and screen porch. Many other features adorn this home from the wood floors to the wood beam ceilings and windows with weights and hand made glass. Twenty plus years of love and care have been poured into this beautiful one of a kind property . This home has always been filled with family get togethers and you and yours will adore this timeless treasure. Contact your Realtor today to schedule your tour. You wont want to miss this one and learn about how the name Fortune Cookie came about for the owners of this sweet impossible to duplicate cottage compound.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1709 Bruce Dr

General

Sold For: $1,649,000
Taxes: $8,926 (2022)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: GAMLS_Atlanta
MLS ID: 10138836
Added to Site: 1, 045 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Bonus Room, Den
Interior Features: Two Story Foyer, Split Bedroom Plan, Split Foyer
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Living Room
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Main - Full Baths: 3

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Main: 3

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Kitchen Island
Laundry: In Hall

Additional Information

Pool: Yes
Pool Description: In Ground, Salt Water

Exterior

Exterior Features: Sprinkler System

Parking

Parking Features: Guest

Location

County: Glynn
Driving Directions: Entering onto St Simons Island, stay right onto Kings Way, take the second exit in the round about to stay on Kings Way, continue onto Ocean Way, take the first exit in the round about onto 1st St, then turn left onto Bruce Dr, the house will be on the left side of road. Sign in front of the house.

School Information

Elementary School: St Simons
Middle School: Glynn
High School: Glynn Academy

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Other
Heating Type: Electric

Utilities

Water/Sewer: Public Sewer

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Bungalow/Cottage
Construction Status: Resale
Basement Desc.: None
Roof: Other
Stories/Levels: One
Living Area: 2,253 Sq. Ft.
Finished Total: 2,253 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,253 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1930

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Lot Size Range: .17
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Description: None

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $8,926
Tax Year: 2022

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: As Is

Listing Courtesy of: Keller Williams Golden Isles
Sold by Non-Mls Company

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Schools

Schools serving 1709 Bruce Dr

School District:Glynn County School District

Name	Grades	Distance
St. Simons Elementary School 805 Ocean Blvd, St. Simons Island, GA 31522	PK-5	1.2 mi
Glynn Middle School 635 Lanier Boulevard, Brunswick, GA 31520	6-8	6.5 mi
Glynn Academy 1001 Mansfield Street, Brunswick, GA 31520	9-12	7 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1709 Bruce Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/29/2023

Sold

$1,649,000

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MLS

3/10/2023

Listed

$1,649,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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1709 Bruce Dr Saint Simons, GA 31522