Beyond thе sсenіс causеwаy into Cat Island, a quietеr, mοre refined pace of life begins-one shaped by privacy, natural beauty, and the timeless charm of the South Carolina Lowcountry. This exceptional 4,341-square-foot marsh front residence is thoughtfully designed to capture light, space, and its breathtaking surroundings. Expansive windows frame sweeping marsh views where golden sunsets unfold across winding tidal creeks, creating a daily backdrop that feels both peaceful and unforgettable. The seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living invites you to slow down and fully embrace the coastal lifestyle. Inside, the home offers a refined blend of elegance and comfort, featuring a formal living room, an expansive great room, and a spacious dining room-perfectly suited for both intimate gatherings and effortless entertaining. A gas fireplace adds warmth and ambiance, creating an inviting focal point for relaxed evenings, supported by a buried in-ground tank for convenience. At the heart of the home, the kitchen is beautifully appointed with premium Thermador appliances, including a gas cooktop, offering both performance and style. Enhancements such as a whole-home water filtration system and two tankless water heaters ensure modern efficiency and everyday comfort. The primary suite on the main level serves as a private retreat, featuring three walk-in closets, one ideally suited as a home office, dressing room, or quiet sanctuary. An additional first-floor bedroom with a full bath provides flexibility for guests or multigenerational living. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms-each with its own private bath, that offer elevated marsh views and a sense of peaceful separation. A loft overlooking the foyer enhances the home's open, airy feel and provides a versatile space for work or relaxation. A bonus room above the garage, already in place, awaits only finishing touches-paint, flooring, and trim-to seamlessly expand the living space. Life here extends beyond the home. Cat Island Club features a course designed by George Cobb-his final masterpiece-beautifully renovated in 2023 and winding through marshes, creeks, and moss-draped live oaks, where nature and recreation exist in perfect harmony. Though serene and private, this remarkable property is just minutes from Downtown Beaufort and a short drive to the pristine shores of Hunting Island State Park. This is more than a home-it's a place where nature, design, and lifestyle come together effortlessly.
Cat Island, located between the Beaufort River and the Broad River, is a coastal and residential Beaufort neighborhood with tidal marsh views and golf-course greens. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Cat Island Clubhouse, where the golf shop, dining room, and porch seating set a low-key social rhythm. Streets curve past Lowcountry-style homes with wide porches, palmettos, and lagoons that catch the light at high tide. The Cat Island Golf Club and its practice facilities shape daily routines, while marsh-edge paths and quiet cul-de-sacs keep the pace unhurried. Water and sky stay in view, with bridges and causeways framing the drive back toward downtown Beaufort.
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Market insights
23 Ridge Rd · $1,525,000
DAYS ON MARKET
57 days
The average home goes pending in 67 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.7%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,525,000
Median sale price in this area is $643,291. (58% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Attic
Bookcases
Built-in features
Ceiling fans
Fireplace
Main level primary bedroom
Multiple closets
Entrance foyer
Pantry
Bedrooms
Main level primary
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range
Oven
Refrigerator
Disposal
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Tankless water heater
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Heat pump heating
Electric heating
Heat pump cooling
Electric cooling
Exterior features
Enclosed porch
Front porch
Patio
Porch
Screened porch
Sprinkler/irrigation
Propane tank (owned or leased)
Community pool
Has view
Faces east
Home design
2-story custom home
Parking
2-car garage
Driveway
Security
Smoke detectors
Construction
Wood siding
Composition/metal/shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Sewer available
HOA & community
Community amenities include golf course, pool, restaurant, and tennis courts
Club membership available
Electricity and solar
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Beyond the quiet approach into beautiful Cat Island, where a scenic causeway stretches over water and marsh, a different pace of life begins-one defined by beauty, privacy, and the subtle rhythm of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Set on 0.55 acres of pristine marshfront, this extraordinary 4,341sft residence captures the essence of refined Lowcountry living. With four spacious bedrooms-each with its own private bath-plus an additional powder room, the home is thoughtfully designed for both comfort and effortless elegance. From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed by a beautifully flowing layout that includes a formal living room, an expansive great room, and a very spacious dining room-perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger-scale entertaining. Expansive living spaces open toward the marsh, where breathtaking sunsets paint the sky in gold and amber, reflecting across winding tidal creeks. A gas fireplace anchors the main living area, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, supported by a buried in-ground tank for seamless convenience. The heart of the home is a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring high-end Thermador appliances, including a gas cooktop, designed for both everyday living and elevated entertaining. Every detail has been considered, from the whole-home water filtration system to the efficiency of two tankless water heaters, ensuring comfort without compromise. The primary suite, located on the first floor, is a private retreat of its own-complete with three walk-in closets, one of which offers the flexibility to serve as a home office, dressing room, or quiet sanctuary. An additional first-floor bedroom with a full bath provides ideal accommodations for guests or multigenerational living. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom, both offering peaceful marsh views that capture the beauty of the surrounding landscape. A charming loft area overlooks the foyer below, creating an open, airy feel and offering the perfect space for a reading nook, office, or quiet retreat. Adding even more potential, there is a bonus room above the garage that is already in place and just awaits finishing touches-paint, flooring, and trim--to easily expand the home's livable space. Whether envisioned as a media room, home office, gym, or guest retreat, it offers incredible flexibility and value. Beyond the home, life on Cat Island is nothing short of extraordinary. Cat Island Club features a spectacular course designed by legendary architect George Cobb-his final masterpiece. Fully renovated in 2023, the course winds gracefully through rivers, marshes, and tidal creeks, framed by majestic, moss-draped live oaks. It's a place where nature and play exist in perfect harmony, and where you might feel the breeze from the Atlantic as you stand on the tee box. Crossing the 1.5-mile causeway into Cat Island feels like entering a world apart-a peaceful, private retreat that remains remarkably close to everything. You're just 10 minutes from historic Downtown Beaufort and under 30 minutes to the unspoiled shoreline of Hunting Island State Park. This is more than a home. It's a place where mornings begin with quiet marsh views, days unfold in effortless comfort, and evenings end with unforgettable sunsets. A true slice of Lowcountry paradise-waiting to be experienced.
LRMLS #142842
Jul 21, 2015
Sold
$670,000
$154/sq ft
Apr 15, 2015
Listed
$695,000
$160/sq ft
LRMLS #139015
Apr 16, 2014
Listed
$725,000
$167/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 14, 1999
Sold
$74,500
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,658
2024
$4,658
2023
$4,658 (+6.8%)
2022
$4,360 (+3.1%)
2021
$4,229 (+1.1%)
2020
$4,184 (+2.4%)
2019
$4,085 (+2.8%)
2018
$3,975 (+4.1%)
2017
$3,816 (+2.5%)
2016
$3,725 (+10.2%)
2015
$3,381 (+3.8%)
2014
$3,258
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
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Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,341
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,341
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Beaufort County
APN
R200 021 00B 0019 0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 17-25% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Beaufort, SC • 29907
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 23 Ridge Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $600,000 and $1,765,000.
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