$615,000

527 Bay Drive Extension Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Estimated payment $3,594/month

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,885 Sq Ft
$326 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Clubhouse
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Golf Cart Garage
  • Seaside Elementary Rated A-
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Loft

About This Home

Welcome to 527 Bay Drive Ext, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom coastal retreat in the sought-after Salters Cove community of Garden City Beach. Just 0.9 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, this charming, raised beach home offers a perfect blend of modern updates and coastal comfort—ideal as a full-time residence or vacation getaway. Step inside to discover a light-filled living room with vaulted ceilings, updated flooring, and tasteful interior finishes throughout. The sellers have meticulously enhanced nearly every corner—new carpeting and tile, stylish countertops, modern backsplash, freshly painted cabinets, and renovated powder and primary bathrooms ensure a move-in-ready experience. All windows (except octagons) have been replaced, and the home includes hurricane shutters for added peace of mind. The spacious bedrooms and large laundry room offer plenty of room for family and guests, while the 12x24 walk-in/golf cart storage under the home adds convenience and functionality. Enjoy sunny days on the back deck or take a quick golf cart ride to the beach—the golf cart is even negotiable! Salters Cove is a golf-cart-friendly community with no short-term rentals, preserving a peaceful, residential atmosphere. You'll love the resort-style amenities, including a large pool, tennis and pickleball courts, clubhouse with lake views, playground, picnic areas, and more. Additional highlights include: new fans and lighting, new smoke detectors, new water heater, new exterior doors, irrigation system, stained exterior pilings, and lush new sod and landscaping. Just minutes from Garden City and Surfside Piers, Murrells Inlet MarshWalk, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, with Myrtle Beach Airport only a short drive away. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a fully refreshed home in one of Garden City Beach’s most beloved communities! Call the listing agent, or your Realtor, for additional information or to schedule a showing to experience coastal living at its finest!

Listing Agent

Kyle Hawley

Dunes Realty Sales License #93774

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,212

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Irregular Lot
  • Property is zoned SF6

HOA Fees

  • $84 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Golf Cart Garage

Home Design

  • Stilt Home
  • Bi-Level Home
  • Raised Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Tile

Interior Spaces

  • 1,885 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Workshop
  • Carpet
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

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

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Front 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
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include electric common, legal and accounting, common maint/repair, manager, pool service, recreation facilities, trash pickup
  • The community has rules related to allowable golf cart usage in the community

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,212

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$84 per month

Parking

6

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Designated Flood Zone, Irregular
  • Amenities Available: Home Owners Assoc. Fees, Restrictions, Clubhouse/Rec/Facilities, Pool - Outdoor Community, Tennis Court, Seller Disclosure, Long Term Rental Allowed, Owner Allowed Motorcycle, Owner Allowed Golf Cart
  • Estimated Year Built: 1997
  • Class: Residential
  • Construction Status: Resale
  • Floor Cover: Carpeting, Tile
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Heating And Cooling: Central Air, Central Heat, Electric
  • Monthly HOA as Calculated: 84
  • HOA Management Company: Surfside Realty, Stacy McCaw 843-238-3435
  • Living Room Type: Ceiling Fan, Vaulted/Cathedral Ceiling
  • Lvt Date: 05/06/2025
  • Sold Total Heated Sq Ft: 1885
  • Sold Total Sq Ft: 3340
  • Style: Raised Beach
  • Type Of Parking: Under House - Raised Beach
  • Vehicle Parking Capacity: 6
  • Total Heated Sq Ft: 1885
  • Geo Subdivision: SC
  • Section Subdivision: Salters Cove
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1997

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Window Treat Convey, Smoke Detector, Wshr/Dryer Connection
  • Other Rooms: 1st Floor Bedrooms, 1st Floor Baths, Loft, Laundry/Utility, Workshop
  • Kitchen Type: Range, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Microwave, Breakfast Bar, Stainless Steel Apps., Solid Surface Countertops
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Type: Area, Kit/Dr Combo, Vaulted/Cathedral Ceiling
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Levels: Two-Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 3340
  • Bathroom Features:Shared Primary Bath: Shower

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Lawn Sprinkler, Outside Storage Attached, Golf Cart Garage
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation: Raised Beach
  • Number Of Acres: 0.12

Garage/Parking

  • Type: Detached

Utilities

  • Utilities Available: Cable Tv, Electricity, Sewer, Telephone, Underground Utilities, Water Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Electric Common, Legal And Accounting, Common Maint/Repair, Manager, Pool Service, Recreation Facilities, Trash Pickup

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, East Of Highway 17 Bypass
  • Zoning: SF6

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 $1,212 $11,682 $4,574 $7,108
2023 $1,212 $11,682 $4,574 $7,108
2021 $921 $11,682 $4,574 $7,108
2020 $3,248 $16,142 $6,860 $9,282
2019 $3,248 $16,142 $6,860 $9,282
2018 $0 $15,668 $6,554 $9,114
2017 $721 $14,588 $5,474 $9,114
2016 -- $9,726 $3,650 $6,076
2015 $721 $9,726 $3,650 $6,076
2014 $627 $9,726 $3,650 $6,076
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/06/2025 05/06/25 For Sale $615,000 +132.1% $326 / Sq Ft
05/19/2017 05/19/17 Sold $265,000 -7.0% $113 / Sq Ft
04/06/2017 04/06/17 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2017 01/12/17 For Sale $285,000 -- $122 / Sq Ft
Source: Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $265,000 --
Deed $299,975 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $113,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $165,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $29,900 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $239,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2511371

Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

APN: 47003010025