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!
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$320Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Kyle Hawley• Dunes Realty Sales
•843-651-4112 (broker)
•sales@dunes.com (broker)
Bought with The Mills Group Team• Century 21 Barefoot Realty
Raised beach home with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Features include an upstairs reading nook, window seat in the family room and decorative fireplace. Vaulted ceiling in the family room. Separate laundry room. Bedrooms are large with good closet space. There is an outside back deck perfect for enjoying a meal with family. Plus a heated and cooled workshop (12 x 24) under the house. You may park your boat under the house too. New roof as of 10/2016. This quiet community features tennis, swimming pool, and a short golf cart ride to the beach. All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer is responsible for verification.
CCAR #1608375
Jan 9, 2017
Listing Removed
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Apr 18, 2016
Listed
$290,000
$154/sq ft
CCAR #178755
Feb 18, 2005
Sold
$299,975
$159/sq ft
Jan 6, 2005
Listed
$299,975
$159/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 15, 1997
Sold
$35,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,212
$131,491 + $204,355
$335,846
2024
$1,212 (+19.1%)
2023
$1,018 (+10.5%)
2021
$921 (−71.6%)
$114,340 + $177,700
$292,040
2020
$3,248
$114,340 + $177,700
$292,040
2019
$3,248 (−0.5%)
$114,340 + $154,700
$269,040
2018
$3,265 (+352.9%)
$109,240 + $151,900
$261,140
2017
$721
$57,860 + $151,900
$209,760
Tax history for 527 Bay Drive Ext
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,212
$131,491 + $204,355
$335,846
2024
$1,212 (+19.1%)
2023
$1,018 (+10.5%)
2021
$921 (−71.6%)
$114,340 + $177,700
$292,040
2020
$3,248
$114,340 + $177,700
$292,040
2019
$3,248 (−0.5%)
$114,340 + $154,700
$269,040
2018
$3,265 (+352.9%)
$109,240 + $151,900
$261,140
2017
$721
$57,860 + $151,900
$209,760
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
1,885
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Horry County
APN
47003010025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.
SF 6
Single-Family District
It is the intent of this district to provide areas for medium density one-and two-family residential purposes. Encroachment by high-density multi-family residential, commercial, industrial, or other uses incompatible with or capable of adversely affecting the residential character of this district shall be discouraged.
Other Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Linen Closet, Main Level Primary, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Breakfast Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Loft, Stainless Steel Appliances, Solid Surface Counters, Workshop