$898,400

628 1st Ave N Surfside Beach, SC 29575

Estimated payment $5,031/month

Total Views 1,450
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,101 Sq Ft
$428 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Private Pool
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Seaside Elementary Rated A-
  • Low Country Architecture
  • 4-minute walk to Fuller Park

About This Home

This beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is located in Surfside’s desirable no short-term rental zone, offering a rare blend of privacy, walkability, and relaxed beach-town charm. Just a few blocks from the ocean and set on a private corner lot, this home delivers the lifestyle many seek but few find. Inside, the home features a designer kitchen with KitchenAid appliances, custom cabinetry, floating shelves, glass-front display cabinets, a deep-tub sink, bar area, and beverage refrigerator—perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The primary suite is a serene retreat, featuring a spa-inspired bathroom with walk-in shower, custom tile, quartz countertops, high-end fixtures, vessel sinks, and custom lighting and mirrors. All bathrooms feature quartz countertops, vessel sinks, shiplap backsplashes, and designer lighting with a cohesive, coastal aesthetic. Outdoor living takes center stage with a custom saltwater pool featuring in-pool seating, wedding-cake steps, and a hot tub with seashell-embedded stone decking. A 24-foot pergola creates an inviting outdoor living room with separate lounge and dining areas, lighting, corner fans, and a Samsung TV—ideal for entertaining or relaxing after a beach day. Mature palms and low-maintenance landscaping enhance the sense of privacy and tranquility. Additional features include upper decks with nautical wire railings for unobstructed views, a two-car garage with extensive storage, Rachio smart irrigation system, Ring security cameras, and a non-flood zone location. The location is one of Surfside’s most convenient and sought-after areas. Just 0.6 miles from the fishing pier, library, farmers market, dog park, playground, and community garden, this home is surrounded by the amenities that define the Surfside lifestyle. Local restaurants, cafés, and beach boutiques are within a 10-minute walk or quick golf cart ride, making it easy to enjoy the town’s friendly, laid-back coastal atmosphere. This is more than a home—it’s an invitation to enjoy the best of Surfside living, where luxury, comfort, and community come together!

Listing Agent

Mitch Gainforth

Gainforth Real Estate License #61321 Listed on: 02/02/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2018

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Rectangular Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Low Country Architecture
  • Bi-Level Home
  • Slab Foundation
  • Concrete Siding
  • Tile

Interior Spaces

  • 2,101 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Pool

  • Private Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Location

  • East of US 17

Schools

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

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • The community has rules related to fencing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2018

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Rectangular
  • Four Sided Lot Measurement: 60x122x53x121
  • Estimated Year Built: 2018
  • Class: Residential
  • Construction Status: Resale
  • Floor Cover: Tile, Wood
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Does Not Have Hoa
  • Heating And Cooling: Central Heat, Central Air, Electric
  • Living Room Type: Ceiling Fan
  • Lvt Date: 02/02/2026
  • Style: Low Country
  • Type Of Parking: Attached 2-Car
  • Total Heated Sq Ft: 2101
  • Geo Subdivision: SC
  • Section Subdivision: Lakewood Terrace
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2018

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Wshr/Dryer Connection
  • Other Rooms: 1st Floor Bedrooms, 1st Floor Baths, Laundry/Utility
  • Kitchen Type: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Apps., Solid Surface Countertops
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Type: Kit/Dr Combo
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Levels: Two-Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 3200
  • Bathroom Features:Shared Primary Bath: Double Sink, Garden Tub, Shower

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Front Porch, Fencing, Lawn Sprinkler, Pool-Outdoor Private, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Exterior Finish: Concrete Fiber Siding
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Number Of Acres: 0.16

Garage/Parking

  • Type: Detached

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Location: Inside City Limits, East Of Bus 17
  • Zoning: RES

MLS Schools

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

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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 $3,170 $44,064 $15,000 $29,064
2023 $3,170 $14,624 $4,468 $10,156
2021 $1,422 $21,937 $6,703 $15,234
2020 $1,391 $21,937 $6,703 $15,234
2019 $4,948 $21,937 $6,703 $15,234
2018 $0 $7,622 $7,622 $0
2017 $0 $4,235 $4,235 $0
2016 $0 $4,235 $4,235 $0
2015 -- $4,235 $4,235 $0
2014 $952 $4,235 $4,235 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/02/2026 02/02/26 For Sale $898,400 +113.9% $428 / Sq Ft
11/07/2018 11/07/18 Sold $420,000 -2.3% $200 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/17/2018 09/17/18 Price Changed $429,900 -2.3% $205 / Sq Ft
05/09/2018 05/09/18 Price Changed $439,900 0.0% $209 / Sq Ft
03/21/2018 03/21/18 Price Changed $439,899 0.0% $209 / Sq Ft
03/21/2018 03/21/18 Price Changed $439,900 +22.2% $209 / Sq Ft
06/30/2017 06/30/17 For Sale $359,900 -- $171 / Sq Ft
Source: Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $685,000 --
Warranty Deed $420,000 --
Warranty Deed $132,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $548,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $433,860 VA
Source: Public Records

Source: Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2602889

Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®

APN: 46102040087