
496 W Palms Dr Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
Pine Island NeighborhoodEstimated payment $11,005/month
Highlights
- Boat Ramp
- Property fronts an intracoastal waterway
- Lake On Lot
- River Oaks Elementary School Rated A
- Private Pool
- RV or Boat Parking
About This Home
Experience luxury waterfront living in this spectacular 5BR, 5BA custom-built home featuring a private elevator, private boat dock & lift, stunning golf course views, and an oversized 2-car garage with golf cart space. Located directly on the Intracoastal Waterway in the prestigious Waterway Palms Plantation—a premier Intracoastal Waterway community in Carolina Forest—this home offers unmatched elegance, convenience, and resort-style living. The Intracoastal Waterway is a scenic, 3,000-mile inland water route that allows boaters to travel along the East Coast while enjoying calm waters, beautiful views, and direct access to the ocean. This home sits right on its banks, giving you the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. From all three levels, enjoy unobstructed views of both the Intracoastal Waterway and Myrtlewood Golf Course—a rare and exceptional combination that sets this property apart. Step right outside your back door onto your private dock, take a sunset cruise, boat to local waterfront restaurants, spend the day fishing, or simply relax and take in the breathtaking scenery. Inside, you’ll find luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, multiple verandas and balconies, and an open-concept gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, premium gas appliances, and a butler’s pantry. The flexible layout includes a private mother-in-law suite with kitchenette and laundry, and a primary suite with dual oversized walk-in closets and a private balcony. Outdoors, enjoy your own sparkling saltwater pool, fully equipped summer kitchen, and fenced backyard designed for entertaining. Waterway Palms Plantation offers world-class amenities: a resort-style clubhouse hosting events year-round for all ages, Olympic-size pool, tennis & pickleball courts, walking paths, playground, boat storage, and a community dock. Its strategic location just off Hwy 31 places top-rated Carolina Forest schools, medical facilities, the Hulk Bike Park, multiple shopping centers, dining, championship golf, and the beach all within a convenient 5–15 minute drive. Safely outside the high-risk flood zone—no flood insurance required. Schedule your private showing of 496 W Palms Way today and start living the true Intracoastal lifestyle in Myrtle Beach!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,773
Year Built
- Built in 2023
Lot Details
- 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
- Property fronts a channel
- Property fronts an intracoastal waterway
- Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
HOA Fees
- $136 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- RV or Boat Parking
Property Views
- Intracoastal
- Golf Course
Home Design
- Low Country Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Concrete Siding
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- 4,042 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Bar
- Tray Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Family or Dining Combination
- Recreation Room
- Loft
- Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 5 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Private Pool
- Boat Ramp
- Lake On Lot
- Balcony
- Patio
- Built-In Barbecue
- Front Porch
Schools
- River Oaks Elementary School
- Ocean Bay Middle School
- Carolina Forest High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Underground Utilities
- Tankless Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include electric common, pool service, common maint/repair, security, recreation facilities
- The community has rules related to fencing, allowable golf cart usage in the community
- Intracoastal Waterway Community
Recreation
- Boat Ramp
- Boat Dock
- Community Boat Slip
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Additional Features
- Clubhouse
- Security
- Gated Community
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $6,773 | $72,731 | $20,006 | $52,725 |
2023 | $6,773 | $9,614 | $9,614 | $0 |
2021 | $4,357 | $9,614 | $9,614 | $0 |
2020 | $1,980 | $9,614 | $9,614 | $0 |
2019 | $1,980 | $9,614 | $9,614 | $0 |
2018 | $1,923 | $9,001 | $9,001 | $0 |
2017 | $1,382 | $6,472 | $6,472 | $0 |
2016 | $0 | $6,472 | $6,472 | $0 |
2015 | -- | $6,473 | $6,473 | $0 |
2014 | $1,114 | $5,395 | $5,395 | $0 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/27/2025 08/27/25 | Price Changed | $1,895,000 | -1.6% | $469 / Sq Ft |
08/03/2025 08/03/25 | Price Changed | $1,925,000 | -2.5% | $476 / Sq Ft |
07/24/2025 07/24/25 | Price Changed | $1,975,000 | -1.3% | $489 / Sq Ft |
06/24/2025 06/24/25 | Price Changed | $2,000,000 | -9.1% | $495 / Sq Ft |
06/16/2025 06/16/25 | For Sale | $2,200,000 | -- | $544 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $1,820,000 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $200,000 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $145,000 | -- | |
Deed | $113,000 | -- | |
Deed | $99,900 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $99,900 | -- | |
Deed | $83,500 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $83,500 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $279,880 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $350,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $81,375 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $75,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
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