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Seller's Agent in 2022
Grace Vandiver
BHHS Bay Street Realty Group
304 E Erie Ave Folly Beach, SC 29439
Estimated Value: $2,301,000 - $3,238,000
5
Beds
5
Baths
3,046
Sq Ft
$874/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Deck
- Cathedral Ceiling
- James Island Elementary School Rated A-
- Traditional Architecture
- Bamboo Flooring
About This Home
As of August 2022Folly's Iconic Lizard House is a MUST SEE home! Extensively renovated in 2020 & 2021 and the exterior is being painted June 2022. This piece of Folly history, provides luxury lifestyle living and large group entertaining under a canopy of oaks overlooking a private tropical oasis and a zero entry, heated/cooled pool. Treasured by many, this open and inviting 5BD/5 BA, 2982sf renovated home also enjoys an additional 1400sf that is grandfathered space that has been finished to include a full gym 25x12, extensive workshop/owner's closet 28x15 and a screened outside kitchen w/ eating area steps from the pool and pizza oven! The front of this special home enjoys casement windows and French doors capturing all the outside beauty of the oaks while you enjoy the ocean breezes and sounds of the sur- vaulted ceilings and skylights amplify the natural beauty of the oak canopied property. The light filled first floor primary bedroom leads onto the expansive deck overlooking the pool. A guest room and ensuite bath along with a study flanked by antique Chinese doors provide very comfortable one level living with an elevator providing easy access to all 4 levels. Two additional guest rooms on the second level both have private balconies and share a guest bath adorned with a sculpted banana tree for a touch of whimsy. Guests can reach the 5th bedroom by elevator of spiral staircase which includes a half bath. An additional spiral staircase off the third level leads you to a spacious rooftop patio with sun screens that was renovated in 2021. This incredible spot provides the perfect stargazing spot above the tree line and captures a panoramic view of Folly Island from the Folly River to the Atlantic with glorious sunset views. The 1400sf first level space provides endless possibilities. Current owner has an extensive workshop 28x15 with vacuum system under the subfloor, gym 25x12 overlooking a water fountain, a screened outdoor kitchen with sink and mini refrigerator. The 2020/21 renovations are listed as a separate document and include opening up the floorplan, new kitchen featuring leathered stone countertops, custom soft close cabinets, 5 burner gas cooktop and custom hood, newly created butler pantry, study and laundry room with custom cabinets, and the addition of a newly constructed ipe deck with cable rails spanning the entirety of the home and overlooking the 2020 heated/chilled gunite zero entry pool. With six queen beds, a king and a double day bed with three decks as well as a two plus car garage and eight off street parking places you are ready to accommodate family and house guests. While the property is centrally located just 500' from the beach, two blocks to Center Street restaurants/shopping and one block to Bert's market you and your guests will enjoy the convenience of all Folly has to offer while relishing in the quiet privacy only a rare few properties on the island possess!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Grace Vandiver
BHHS Bay Street Realty Group Listed on: 05/12/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,063
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
- Elevated Lot
- Privacy Fence
- Wood Fence
- Irrigation
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Raised Foundation
- Metal Roof
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,046 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Elevator
- Wet Bar
- Smooth Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Stubbed Gas Line For Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- Window Treatments
- Insulated Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Home Office
- Utility Room
- Exterior Basement Entry
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Bamboo
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Adaptable For Elevator
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Balcony
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
Schools
- James Island Elementary School
- C E Williams Middle School
- James Island Charter High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Tankless Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Community Details
Overview
- Folly Beach Subdivision
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Dog Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 12, 2022
Closed on
Aug 8, 2022
Sold by
Vandiver Living Trust
Bought by
Serenity Shores Llc
Seller's Agent
Grace Vandiver
BHHS Bay Street Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Georgia Bell
William Means Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$2,750,000
Sold Price
$2,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-7.27%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$113,300
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.44%
Original Mortgage
$2,040,000
Interest Rate
4.26%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2019
Closed on
Dec 5, 2019
Sold by
Word Doyle B and Word Jane W
Bought by
Vandiver Joseph L and Vandiver Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Grace Vandiver
BHHS Bay Street Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Grace Vandiver
BHHS Bay Street Realty Group
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-13.33%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
28.58%
Original Mortgage
$1,040,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 2014
Sold by
Word Doyle B and Word Jane D
Bought by
Word Doyle B and Word Jane W
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 14, 2007
Sold by
Word Doyle B and Word Jane W
Bought by
Word Doyle B and Word Jane D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 2004
Sold by
Edwards Mary Stanley
Bought by
Word Doyle B and Word Jane W
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity Shores Llc | $2,550,000 | -- | |
| Vandiver Joseph L | $1,300,000 | None Available | |
| Word Doyle B | -- | -- | |
| Word Doyle B | -- | None Available | |
| Word Doyle B | $620,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Serenity Shores Llc | $2,083,500 | |
| Closed | Serenity Shores Llc | $2,040,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vandiver Living Trust | $1,024,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vandiver Joseph L | $1,040,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Word Doyle | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Word Doyle B | $366,971 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2022 08/11/22 | Sold | $2,550,000 | -7.3% | $837 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2022 06/08/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2022 05/12/22 | For Sale | $2,750,000 | +111.5% | $903 / Sq Ft |
| 12/05/2019 12/05/19 | Sold | $1,300,000 | -13.3% | $436 / Sq Ft |
| 10/28/2019 10/28/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2019 08/01/19 | For Sale | $1,500,000 | -- | $503 / Sq Ft |
Source: CHS Regional MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $37,360 | $153,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $37,360 | $102,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,877 | $53,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $5,063 | $53,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $17,445 | $52,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,490 | $23,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,380 | $25,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,279 | $25,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,381 | $25,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,105 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Georgia Bell
William Means Real Estate, LLC
(843) 568-1601
1 in this area
30 Total Sales
Map
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 22012144
APN: 328-15-00-209
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