LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Located in the heart of Murrells Inlet, this Creekside Cottages home offers immediate access to the coastal lifestyle people move here to enjoy, without the maintenance and uncertainty that often comes with waterfront ownership. Thoughtfully maintained and beautifully presented, the home shows well above typical expectations for the community, with interior finishes, upgrades, and attention to detail that create an elevated feel more commonly found in homes at a higher price point. Recent improvements further enhance its curb appeal and move-in-ready feel, including a freshly painted front porch with updated railings, deck, and steps, a re-stained front door, and recently cleaned gutters. Adding to the appeal, the property is located in an "X" flood zone and offers the benefit of a very low HOA, helping provide added value, flexibility, and peace of mind. It offers the comfort, practicality, and ease of a neighborhood setting while still delivering the refined feel buyers are looking for. Just minutes from the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk, Wacca Wache Marina, Huntington Beach State Park, Brookgreen Gardens, golf courses, restaurants, shopping, medical care, and the beach, this location makes it easy to spend more time enjoying the area and less time managing property. Ideal for full-time living, retirement, or a lock-and-leave second home, this property is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy one of the Grand Strand’s most sought-after coastal communities. If you’ve been searching for a home where your weekends are spent on the MarshWalk, at the beach, on the water, or on the golf course instead of coordinating maintenance and repairs, 48 Cottage Dr. is one you need to see. Make your appointment today as this property is likely to move quickly!
Single-familyProperty Type
2013Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$279Price/Sq.Ft.
$165/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Taylor Keenan Team• The Litchfield Company Real Estate
•843-237-4000 (broker)
•natalier@thelitchfieldcompany.com (broker)
Listed by Jim Burgess• The Litchfield Company Real Estate
Easy Lifestyle in the Inlet with all the "I wants" community pool, walk to the marsh walk, cycle the inlet, capture breezes from spacious screen porch, great back patio with tranquil water views and spacious open floor plan with beautiful hardwood flooring. Plenty of room for you and your guests.
CCAR #1215042
Apr 26, 2013
Sold
$288,000
$106/sq ft
Sep 9, 2012
Listed
$285,000
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,172 (+6.9%)
2024
$2,032 (+6.0%)
2023
$1,917 (+12.6%)
$90,000 + $260,400
$350,400
2022
$1,702 (+9.6%)
$90,000 + $260,400
$350,400
2021
$1,553 (+0.3%)
$90,000 + $260,400
$350,400
2020
$1,549 (−2.7%)
$90,000 + $260,400
$350,400
2019
$1,592 (+8.2%)
$90,000 + $260,400
$350,400
2018
$1,471 (+3.1%)
$90,000 + $250,600
$340,600
2017
$1,428 (+1.1%)
$90,000 + $250,600
$340,600
2016
$1,412 (−59.4%)
$90,000 + $250,600
$340,600
2014
$3,477
$90,000 + $333,900
$423,900
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
2013
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,544
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,544
Year built
2013
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Georgetown County
APN
41-0118-090-05-59
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 13-19% 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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Murrells Inlet, SC • 29576
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 48 Cottage Dr
$740,668
$19K under list price of $760K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $568K to $790K.