$1,350,000
SOLD JUN 18, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,880 Sq Ft
5,968 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$718 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Wood Siding
  • St. Simons Elementary School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Garage

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to 1604 Bruce Drive, your gateway to the coveted East Beach community on St. Simons Island. This contemporary split-level coastal home is a canvas of possibilities—move in immediately, renovate to your personal style, or expand to create your ultimate beachside reatreat. Situated on a spacious lot just a stone's throw from the Atlantic Ocean, this property offers breathtaking views of the historic St. Simons Coast Guard Station. Imagine starting your day with a stunning sunrise or unwinding in the serene salt air—this location truly has it all. Property Highlights: 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms, a unique split-level design with open-concept living spaces, cozy fireplace for those cooler coastal evenings, 2 garage bays with convenient rear access via the Dixon Alley and an expansive lot with potential for additional square footage or a pool.Situated in one of St. Simons' most walkable and bike-friendly neighborhoods, this fixer-upper is brimming with potential for investors, second-home buyers, or anyone yearning for coastal charm with room to grow. Whether you're captivated by the allure of East Beach or the unbeatable proximity to sandy shores, marshlands, and the vibrant village, 1604 Bruce is your choice. Don’t miss out on this East Beach Gem, schedule your private showing today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Banker

Banker Real Estate License #338485 Listed on: 06/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Lindsey Kennedy

Maritime Realty Group LLC License #430763

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,805

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 5,968 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as Res Single

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • 1,880 Sq Ft Home
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Schools

  • St. Simons Elementary School
  • Glynn Middle School
  • Glynn Academy High School

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • East Beach Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04-03293

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,805

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size: ,,,
  • Subdivision Name: East Beach
  • Directions: As you approach the round a bout for East Beach, continue towards the Coast Guard station to the 4 way stop on Bruce. Turn left towards Gould's inlet and the home is on the right one in from the corner
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Living Area: 1880.0

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Alley
  • Pool Features: None
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Concrete, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Paved Driveway

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6.0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: St. Simons
  • High School: Glynn Academy
  • Middle Or Junior School: Glynn Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5968.0
  • Parcel #: 04-03293
  • Zoning Description: Res Single

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9805.22
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Roebuck-Scott Gail L
Bought by
Yolila Llc
Seller's Agent
Michael Banker
Banker Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Lindsey Kennedy
Maritime Realty Group LLC
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-6.9%
Views
12

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-12.49%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 12, 2021
Closed on
Dec 27, 2021
Sold by
Varnadoe Donald Shaw Estate
Bought by
Roebuck Scott Gale L
Seller's Agent
Victor Long
Banker Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Michael Banker
Banker Real Estate
List Price
$815,000
Sold Price
$815,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.61%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2013
Sold by
Varnadoe Marjorie E
Bought by
Varnadoe Marjorie E and Varnadoe Donald S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$101,000
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,350,000 --
Warranty Deed $815,000 --
Warranty Deed $815,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $101,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Sold $1,350,000 -6.9% $718 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2025 06/04/25 For Sale $1,450,000 +77.9% $771 / Sq Ft
12/27/2021 12/27/21 Sold $815,000 0.0% $434 / Sq Ft
11/27/2021 11/27/21 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2021 11/12/21 For Sale $815,000 -- $434 / Sq Ft
Source: Golden Isles 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 $10,287 $410,200 $270,000 $140,200
2023 $5,796 $414,680 $288,000 $126,680
2022 $6,303 $320,760 $180,000 $140,760
2021 $945 $254,360 $180,000 $74,360
2020 $966 $243,760 $180,000 $63,760
2019 $966 $234,760 $171,000 $63,760
2018 $966 $234,760 $171,000 $63,760
2017 $966 $189,760 $126,000 $63,760
2016 $787 $177,520 $126,000 $51,520
2015 $2,488 $177,520 $126,000 $51,520
2014 $2,488 $150,520 $99,000 $51,520
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Golden Isles Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1654419

Golden Isles Association of REALTORS®

APN: 04-03293