Welcome to 557 Bay Drive Extension, a single-level raised beach home in the Salters Cove community of Garden City Beach, just minutes from the ocean. This 1,744-square-foot home combines spacious design with coastal charm, creating an ideal setting for relaxed living and is NOT in a flood zone. Step into a bright, open living area with a vaulted ceiling that enhances the sense of space. The living area flows seamlessly into the kitchen, dining area, Carolina room, and bedrooms. The kitchen is a delight, featuring black stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, and a cozy breakfast nook—perfect for casual dining and gatherings. Adjacent to the kitchen, the Carolina room offers a comfortable second living space that could also serve as a fourth bedroom if desired. The master suite provides a peaceful retreat with a walk-in closet, extra linen storage, and a bathroom complete with a vanity, water closet, and a tub/shower combo. Inside, you’ll find thoughtful touches like ceiling fans, window treatments, and easy-care tile and laminate flooring. The home is fully furnished, with everything included as shown. Outside, enjoy the best of coastal living on the 18x8 screened porch, welcoming front porch, and ground-level storage room (18x11), ideal for a golf cart or hobbies. Additional features include a handicap-accessible lift, a lawn sprinkler system, and an EZ-GO golf cart (negotiable). With parking for up to eight cars and flexible outdoor spaces under the home and in the backyard, there’s room for all your beach gear and guests. Salters Cove offers a low-HOA lifestyle with amenities like a lighted tennis court, pickleball courts, a large pool, a clubhouse overlooking a lake, and a playground—all designed to foster community and active living. Located just 0.8 miles from the beach, this home is perfect for those seeking a life filled with sand, surf, and golf cart rides to the ocean. Explore the property through the Matterport 3D Virtual Tour at http://www. bit.ly/557BayDrExt.
Beautifully furnished beach house that is recently renovated and move in ready. The moment you step inside this home you will fall in love with the spacious living room with wood laminate floors. The kitchen features plenty of counter space and storage and is open to the dining area. The owner's suite features a walk-in closet and a private bath. The two guest bedrooms are well sized and have two double closets. The Carolina room is a great space to sit back and enjoy the south's plentiful sunshine. You can also relax and enjoy the private wooded views from the large screened porch. Plus, if stairs are not for you. .. there is an elevator lift that can get you up and down. This home sits on a lot and a half, making it one of the largest in the community. Salters Cove is conveniently located in Garden City Beach. It offers a clubhouse, pool, tennis court and playground and. .. only a golf cart ride to the beach. Square footage is approximate and not guaranteed. Buyer is responsible for verification.
Public Records
Mar 19, 1997
Sold
$15,000
$9/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 7, 1995
Sold
$25,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,438 (−39.7%)
$204,316 + $393,777
$598,093
2024
$4,047 (+11.1%)
2023
$3,642 (+4.8%)
2021
$3,476 (+4.1%)
$98,630 + $178,100
$276,730
2020
$3,340
$98,630 + $178,100
$276,730
2019
$3,340 (+3.0%)
$98,630 + $178,100
$276,730
2018
$3,242 (+0.5%)
$113,190 + $146,200
$259,390
2017
$3,227
$113,190 + $146,200
$259,390
Tax history for 557 Bay Drive Ext
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,438 (−39.7%)
$204,316 + $393,777
$598,093
2024
$4,047 (+11.1%)
2023
$3,642 (+4.8%)
2021
$3,476 (+4.1%)
$98,630 + $178,100
$276,730
2020
$3,340
$98,630 + $178,100
$276,730
2019
$3,340 (+3.0%)
$98,630 + $178,100
$276,730
2018
$3,242 (+0.5%)
$113,190 + $146,200
$259,390
2017
$3,227
$113,190 + $146,200
$259,390
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
1,744
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Horry County
APN
47003010010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Golf related
Jun 8, 2015 • Final
Residential permit - addition
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.