521 Bay Drive Ext., Garden City Beach, SC 29576

$580,000
3
BD
3
BA
1,400
SqFt

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Sold Price
$580,000
List Price
$599,000
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
2512824
Closing Date
Aug 08, 2025
Days on Market
78
Property Type
Detached
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Total Square Feet
2,950
Total Heated SqFt
1400
Lot Size
6,098
Region
27a Garden City Mainland & Pennisula
Year Built
1998

Property Description

Welcome to 521 Bay Drive Extension, one of the prettiest locations in the sought-after Salters Cove community. This bright and cheerful waterfront 3BR 3BA single level raised beach home boasts panoramic pond views with glorious sunrises. As you walk through the front door you are greeted with gorgeous views of the pond. Vaulted ceilings and a spacious open floor plan allow you to spread out and enjoy your time at the beach. This fantastic floor plan offers an 18 x 14 great room, 10 x 14 dining area (directly overlooking the pond), 12 x 10 kitchen, 13 x 13 primary bedroom with bathroom and a huge walk in closet, two 12 x 11 guest bedrooms, a guest bathroom, and a 5 x 11 laundry room with sink and cabinets for storage. A large screened porch is located off the dining area and overlooks the pond for those perfect Carolina evenings. Recent upgrades include renovation of primary and guest bathrooms, granite kitchen counter tops, newer fridge, dishwasher, microwave, and washer/dryer. A new 3 window slider and transom was recently installed, and the stairs were replaced with composite decking and vinyl railings. A full list of upgrades and improvements is available on request. The 17 x 22 storage space under the house is perfect for a workshop, craft or game room. The 3rd full bathroom is conveniently located within the storage area next to the waterfront living space. This outdoor living space extends from a covered area under the house to a beautiful patio area overlooking the peaceful pond and is perfect for outdoor gatherings, bird watching, or fishing. This highly desirable neighborhood is located east of highway 17, and you can walk, bike, or golf cart to the beach with ease. Salters Cove amenities included in the low HOA fee are: Large community pool, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, play area, clubhouse, shuffleboard court, and a catch and release fishing pond. Garden City Pier, the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, shopping, restaurants and golfing are only a short drive away. If you are looking for the perfect place to call home here at the beach, this is it. Schedule a showing today! All measurements and sq. footage are approximate. Buyers responsibility to verify.

Additional Information

HOA Fees (Calculated Monthly)
63
HOA Fee Includes
Association Management, Common Areas, Legal/Accounting, Maintenance Grounds, Pool(s), Recreation Facilities
Elementary School
Seaside Elementary School
Middle School
Saint James Middle School
High School
Saint James High School
Dining Room
VaultedCeilings
Exterior Features
Sprinkler/Irrigation, Porch, Patio, Storage
Exterior Finish
Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Floor Covering
Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Foundation
Raised
Interior Features
Split Bedrooms, Breakfast Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Stainless Steel Appliances, Solid Surface Counters
Kitchen
BreakfastBar, Pantry, StainlessSteelAppliances, SolidSurfaceCounters, BreakfastBar, Pantry, StainlessSteelAppliances, SolidSurfaceCounters
Levels
One
Living Room
CeilingFans, VaultedCeilings, CeilingFans, VaultedCeilings
Lot Description
Flood Zone, Irregular Lot, Lake Front, Pond on Lot
Lot Location
Lake, East of Bus 17, East of Bus 17, Lake/Pond View
Possession
Closing
Utilities Available
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
County
Horry
Neighborhood
Salters Cove
Project/Section
Salters Cove
Style
Raised Beach
Parking Spaces
4
Acres
0.14
Amenities
Clubhouse, Owner Allowed Golf Cart, Owner Allowed Motorcycle, Other, Pet Restrictions, Tennis Court(s)
Heating
Central, Electric
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Zoning
SF6
Listing Courtesy Of
The Litchfield Company RE

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Catherine Nel (Cell: 843-318-2996) from Listing Office: The Litchfield Company RE.

Selling Office: Wave Beach Realty, LLC.

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Contact: Cell: 843-318-2996

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