NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1520 N Waccamaw Dr Unit 602N Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Estimated Value: $532,000 - $627,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,673 Sq Ft
$715/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 01, 2025

Last sale price $619,000 $370 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,310/month

230 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean Front
  • Unit is on the top floor
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Seaside Elementary Rated A-
  • Penthouse
  • Furnished

About This Home

As of May 2025

Stunning 2-story ocean front penthouse condo located in Garden City Beach, SC. This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo offers a spacious beach retreat including two panoramic ocean front balconies and a primary suite that occupies the whole 2nd floor. The main floor features two bedrooms, one of which could be a junior primary suite with balcony access, kitchen, dining room and ocean front living room. The downstairs balcony can be accessed from either the living room or the junior primary suite. Details in the kitchen include dentil crown molding, stainless steel appliances, updated cabinets and granite countertops. Imagine waking up to views of the ocean through wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceilings glass windows or enjoying coffee in the sitting area or private balcony. You can do all of these things from the primary suite. In the primary suite, you will also find a primary bathroom featuring dual vanities, granite countertops and a spacious garden tub. During their ownership, the sellers have made several updates including some new furniture, replacing all glass door, all new window shades, motorized window shades in the primary bedroom, new decking on the upstairs balcony, new carpet on the downstairs balcony, new HVAC in 2022 and new washer and dryer. Reflections is a smaller building (6 floors and 18 condo units) located on the north end of Garden City Beach, SC. Amenities consist of an elevator, outdoor pool and covered and uncovered parking. The building is also a short distance to the Garden City Pier, Surfside Beach Pier or the Marshwalk in Murrells Inlet. Upcoming building updates: the building exterior will be painted, any siding repairs made, awnings removed and shutters added. Schedule a private tour of this exceptional condo today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Rukat Smith

Palmetto Coastal Homes License #47506 Listed on: 08/07/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian White

Garden City Realty, Inc License #106149

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,413

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

HOA Fees

  • $715 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Penthouse
  • Bi-Level Home
  • Entry on the 6th floor
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,673 Sq Ft Home
  • Furnished
  • Window Treatments
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Area
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Home Security

Parking

  • Secured Garage or Parking
  • Parking Garage Space

Location

  • Unit is on the top floor
  • Flood Zone Lot

Schools

  • Seaside Elementary School
  • Saint James Middle School
  • Saint James High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • Septic System
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Ocean Front

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include electric common, water and sewer, trash pickup, elevator service, pool service, landscape/lawn, common maint/repair, pest control
  • Mid-Rise Condominium

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Only Owners Allowed Pets

Additional Features

  • Door to Door Trash Pickup
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,413

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$715 per month

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Designated Flood Zone
  • Unit Location: Oceanfront-Unit, Penthouse, Top Floor
  • Amenities Available: Pool-Outdoor Community, Restrictions, Seller Disclosure, Owner Allowed Pet, Home Owners Assn Fee, Short Term Rental Allowed, Long Term Rental Allowed, Trash Pickup, Owner Allowed Motorcycle, Tenant Allowed Motorcycle
  • Estimated Year Built: 1987
  • Class: Condo/Townhouse
  • Construction Status: Resale
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Heating And Cooling: Central Heat, Central Air, Electric
  • Monthly HOA as Calculated: 715
  • HOA Management Company: Inlet Property Management 843-651-0039
  • Lvt Date: 08/07/2024
  • Total Heated Sq Ft: 1673
  • Building Style: Mid-Rise 4-6 Stories
  • Building Location: Oceanfront-Building, East Of Bus 17, Outside City Limits
  • Exterior Unit Features: Balcony
  • Project Section Code: Reflections - Garden City
  • Which Floor: 06
  • Geo Subdivision: SC
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1987

Interior Features

  • Bedroom 1: 11'3x13'8
  • Bedroom 2: 11'3x12'8
  • Dining Room: 12'7x7'4
  • Furnished: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Wind Treat. Convey, Smoke Detector, Washer/Dryer, Wshr/Dryer Connection, Furnished, Enter Through Foyer
  • Kitchen: 8'3x11'1
  • Living Room: 12'6x16'10
  • Other Rooms: First Floor Bedrooms, First Floor Bathrooms, Foyer
  • Kitchen Type: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Range, Breakfast Bar, Microwave, Stainless Steel Apps., Solid Surface Countertops
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Type: Area
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Levels: Two-Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 2007
  • Bathroom Features:Shared Primary Bath: Double Sink, Tub/Shower Combo
  • Fireplace Features:Primary Bedroom: 24'1x15'8

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Finish: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Type: Condo
  • Parking: Under Bldg.

Utilities

  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Utilities Available: Cable Tv, Electricity, Septic, Telephone, Water Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Electric Common, Water And Sewer, Trash Pickup, Elevator Service, Pool Service, Landscape/Lawn, Common Maint/Repair, Pest Control

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RR

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Seaside Elementary School
  • HighSchool: Saint James High School
  • Middle School: Saint James Middle School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 7, 2024
Closed on
Apr 30, 2025
Sold by
Sarkis John James
Bought by
Sarna Timothy A and Sarna Angela Marie
Seller's Agent
Kathy Rukat Smith
Palmetto Coastal Homes
Buyer's Agent
Brian White
Garden City Realty, Inc
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$619,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$56,000
-8.3%
Views
109
Current Estimated Value
$600,746

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$18,254
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.93%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$299,204
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$301,542

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2019
Closed on
Jun 27, 2019
Sold by
Orlando J
Bought by
Sarkins John J and Sarkins Lou E
Seller's Agent
Anthony Caywood
Coastal Key Group RE Sales
Buyer's Agent
Kathy Rukat Smith
Palmetto Coastal Homes
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$435,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-3.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.22%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2017
Closed on
Oct 4, 2017
Sold by
Goodman Maureen
Bought by
Goodman Maureen
Seller's Agent
Tricia Fenderbosch
Realty ONE Group Dockside
Buyer's Agent
Shannon Foley
Century 21 The Harrelson Group
List Price
$409,000
Sold Price
$389,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-4.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 2012
Sold by
Turek James E
Bought by
Goodman Maureen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2006
Sold by
All Star Financial Llc
Bought by
Turek James E and Turek Patricia M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2006
Sold by
Compton Bertram Phineas and Compton Phineas Bertram
Bought by
All Star Financial Llc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sarna Timothy A $619,000 --
Sarkins John J $435,000 --
Goodman Maureen $389,000 --
Goodman Maureen -- --
Turek James E -- None Available
All Star Financial Llc $105,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sarna Timothy A $300,000
Previous Owner Compton Bertram P $168,952
Previous Owner Compton Phineas B $90,000
Closed All Star Financial Llc --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Sold $619,000 -8.3% $370 / Sq Ft
08/07/2024 08/07/24 For Sale $675,000 +55.2% $403 / Sq Ft
06/28/2019 06/28/19 Sold $435,000 -3.3% $268 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/06/2019 05/06/19 For Sale $450,000 +15.7% $277 / Sq Ft
10/04/2017 10/04/17 Sold $389,000 -4.9% $241 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/28/2017 06/28/17 For Sale $409,000 -- $253 / Sq Ft
Source: Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $5,413 $25,680 $0 $25,680
2023 $5,413 $44,762 $0 $44,762
2021 $5,308 $44,762 $0 $44,762
2020 $5,122 $44,762 $0 $44,762
2019 $2,343 $20,265 $0 $20,265
2018 $2,695 $22,575 $0 $22,575
2017 $0 $12,900 $0 $12,900
2016 $0 $22,575 $0 $22,575
2015 -- $8,600 $0 $8,600
2014 -- $8,600 $0 $8,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kathy Rukat Smith

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Kathy Rukat Smith

    Palmetto Coastal Homes

    (843) 267-2710

    7 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Kathy Rukat Smith
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  • Brian White

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Brian White

    Garden City Realty, Inc

    (843) 446-3480

    13 in this area

    74 Total Sales

    Brian White
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  • Anthony Caywood

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Anthony Caywood

    Coastal Key Group RE Sales

    (843) 602-4008

    16 in this area

    180 Total Sales

    Anthony Caywood
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  • Tricia Fenderbosch

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Tricia Fenderbosch

    Realty ONE Group Dockside

    (843) 446-0476

    4 in this area

    88 Total Sales

    Tricia Fenderbosch
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Shannon Foley

    Century 21 The Harrelson Group

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Map

Source: Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2418456

Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

APN: 47004020346

South Carolina Horry County Murrells Inlet 29576

1520 N Waccamaw Dr Unit 602N, Murrells Inlet, SC

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