Real Estate Ross St. Simons Island & Brunswick, GA Kathryn@RealEstateRoss.com 912-230-5941 5445 Frederica Rd. St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522
St. Simons Island, GA
(CNN) Money Magazine Article Release 2006
St. Simons Island, Georgia Population: 13,400 Maximum income tax: 6% on income over $10,000 Sales tax: 6% Typical three-bedroom house: $360,000 Est. property tax: $3,600
With its sandy beaches, lush marshes and moss-draped live oaks, St. Simons Island has blossomed into a year-round retirement community. Five miles off the coast of Brunswick, Ga., the island enjoys summerlike weather almost seven months of the year. Residents can eat out at a number of fine dining establishments, shop several galleries for work by local artists or attend concerts on Lighthouse Lawn.
In 2006 Money Magazine voted St. Simons Island, Georgia as one of the top 5 small cities to retire to.
Shop and dine in the village, then walk the pier and watch the sunset.
Take in the rich history of the island and along the tour don't miss the beautiful lighthouse.
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