$1,190,000

156 Garden City Retreat Dr Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Estimated payment $7,641/month

Total Views 286
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,376 Sq Ft
$501 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Furnished
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Seaside Elementary Rated A-
  • Community Pool
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

About This Home

Welcome to The Sandy Bunker at 156 Garden City Retreat Drive—an inviting 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath coastal retreat just steps from the beach. Nestled in a quiet community, known at The Garden City Retreat, with only twelve homes, this spacious property offers an open-concept living area, a well-appointed kitchen, and a covered porch perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze. The layout is ideal for hosting family and friends, with multiple bedroom suites and a fun bunk room for kids. Enjoy the nice community pool and the convenience of being just a short walk to the Garden City Pier, Sam’s Corner, and local shops. Whether you are looking for a vacation home, rental investment or a combination of the two, this turn-key property captures the best of the Garden City Beach lifestyle. Contact the listing agent, or your Realtor, for more information and to set up a private showing.

Listing Agent

Billy Nichols

Dunes Realty Sales License #71525 Listed on: 08/26/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,499

Year Built

  • Built in 2020

Lot Details

  • 1,307 Sq Ft Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Property is zoned PDD

HOA Fees

  • $211 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Tuck Under Parking

Home Design

  • Stilt Home
  • Bi-Level Home
  • Raised Foundation
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,376 Sq Ft Home
  • Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Rear Porch

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • East of US 17
  • Outside City Limits

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Water Heater
  • Septic System
  • Phone Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include electric common, pool service, landscape/lawn
  • The community has rules related to allowable golf cart usage in the community

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,499

Year Built

Built in 2020

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$211 per month

Parking

5

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Rectangular, Designated Flood Zone
  • Amenities Available: Home Owners Assoc. Fees, Restrictions, Pool - Outdoor Community, Seller Disclosure, Short Term Rental Allowed, Long Term Rental Allowed, Owner Allowed Motorcycle, Owner Allowed Golf Cart
  • Estimated Year Built: 2020
  • Class: Residential
  • Construction Status: Resale
  • Family Rm Great Rm: Ceiling Fan
  • Floor Cover: Luxury Vinyl Plank/Tile
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Heating And Cooling: Central Heat, Central Air, Electric
  • Monthly HOA as Calculated: 211
  • HOA Management Company: Tracy Williams / 843-238-0304
  • Lvt Date: 08/26/2025
  • Sold Total Heated Sq Ft: 2376
  • Sold Total Sq Ft: 2552
  • Style: Raised Beach
  • Type Of Parking: Under House - Raised Beach
  • Vehicle Parking Capacity: 5
  • Total Heated Sq Ft: 2376
  • Geo Subdivision: SC
  • Section Subdivision: Retreat at Garden City, The
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2020

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Window Treat Convey, Wshr/Dryer Connection, Washer/Dryer, Furnished
  • Kitchen Type: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Freezer, Stainless Steel Apps., Solid Surface Countertops
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Type: Formal, Kit/Dr Combo, Fam/Dr Combo
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Levels: Two-Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 2552
  • Bathroom Features:Shared Primary Bath: Shower

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Rear Porch, Outside Storage Attached
  • Exterior Finish: Concrete Fiber Siding
  • Foundation: Raised Beach
  • Number Of Acres: 0.03

Garage/Parking

  • Type: Detached With Hpr

Utilities

  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Utilities Available: Electricity, Water Public, Sewer, Septic, Underground Utilities, Telephone

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Electric Common, Pool Service, Landscape/Lawn

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Location: Outside City Limits, East Of Bus 17
  • Zoning: PDD

MLS Schools

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

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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 $11,499 $55,470 $0 $55,470
2023 $11,499 $29,580 $0 $29,580
2021 $6,034 $29,580 $0 $29,580
2020 $433 $1,962 $0 $1,962
2019 $433 $3,434 $0 $3,434
2018 $0 $3,434 $0 $3,434
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2025 08/26/25 For Sale $1,190,000 -- $501 / Sq Ft
Source: Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $918,500 --
Warranty Deed $493,800 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $642,950 New Conventional
Previous Owner $444,420 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2520803

Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

APN: 47006020208