Description
Own a treasure of american history the jackson-clark house, built in 1801, is the oldest continuously occupied residence in southeast georgia remaining today. it is located in the st. marys historic district adjacent to orange hall and the memorial plaque on the burial of president george washington at mount vernon. the property has received numerous awards as both a georgia and us national historic treasure. construction of the house began in 1801 by charles jackson, who died soon thereafter. the property was purchased by major archibald clark, a saw mill owner who was appointed as the port of st. marys collector by president thomas jefferson. major clark was renowned for his courageous stand against the british naval forces and was briefly imprisoned for his refusal to turn over the city's assets. he was released when word of the 1812 treaty of ghent ended the british occupation and they left. subsequently, the house has hosted guests such as vice president aaron burr, fleeing from his fatal 1804 duel with alexander hamilton. general winfield scott also stayed here on his return from the florida indian wars to defend against the british invasion of georgia. the property was purchased in 1999 by mr. thomas nesbitt, a direct descendant of clark's and restored under us department of the interior historic preservation guidelines over the next eight years. many of the original features and fixtures still exist. mrs. catherine nesbitt operated the a. clark antique store during that period as well. the home is presently used as a residence, vrbo rental and the owner's, a retired superior court judge's law office. the property is located in the city's historic district. potential uses, subject to city and hpc approval, include a rambling family compound, vrbo, medical/prof practice, or residence with a store or office. the property is a short walk to the award-winning st. marys elementary school, waterfront dining, shops, a picturesque waterfront park, public boat launch and ferry to the cumberland island national seashore. a perfect blend of history and modern conveniences.
Property Type
ResidentialCounty
CamdenStyle
HouseAD ID
49726742
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 4
- Bedrooms On Upper Level: 4
- Bedrooms On Lower Level: 0
- Main Bedrooms: 0
- Room Type: Family Room,Foyer,Laundry,Library,Office,Sun Room
- Window Features: Skylight(s),Window Treatments
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 3
- Full Baths: 3
- Half Baths: 1
- Full Baths Main: 1
- Baths Full Lower: 0
- Baths Full Upper: 2
Water/Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Kitchen Information
- DiningRoom: Separate Room
Interior Features
- High Ceilings,Rear Stairs,Soaking Tub,Tile Bath
Appliances
- Cooktop,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Dryer,Electric Water Heater,Ice Maker,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Water Softener
Utilities
- Cable Available,Electricity Available,High Speed Internet,Phone Available,Sewer Connected,Underground Utilities,Water Available
Cooling Features
- Electric
Energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
Heating Source
- Electric
Fireplace
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace Features: Masonry,Other
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Built Year: 1801
- Roof Type: Composition
- Basement: None
Exterior Features
- Balcony,Sprinkler System
Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier
Security Features
- Smoke Detector(s)
Accessibility Features
- Shower Access Wheelchair
Laundry Features
- Common Area
Patio And Porch
- Deck,Porch
Fencing
- Fenced,Front Yard,Wood
Construction Materials
- Rough-Sawn Lumber,Wood Siding
Property Condition
- Resale
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Size (Acr): 0.56
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Features: City Lot,Corner Lot,Private
Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Mixed Use
- Structure Type: House
- Subdivision: historic district
- City: St. Marys
- State: GA
- Directions: HWY 40 South to Historic District. Corner of Osborne and Conyers across from Orange Hall
- Property Status: Active
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Listing Information
Listing Price Information
- Original List Price: $1,650,000
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $8804.68
- Tax Year: 2024
Home Warranty
- Home Warranty Paid: No
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Virtual Tour
Parking Information
- Parking: 4
- Parking Features: Attached,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Kitchen Level,Off Street,Storage
Homeowners Association Information
- Association: No
- Association Fee Includes: None
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- Elementary School: Saint Marys
- High School: Camden County
- Middle School: Saint Marys
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