Canal-front home in the gated Spring Forest community in Murrells Inlet. This charming bungalow offers peaceful water views, updated interiors, and a bright open layout. The home features vaulted ceilings in the living and dining area, updated flooring, an updated kitchen, and refreshed bathrooms, giving the space a clean, move-in-ready feel. Just off the dining area, the Carolina room overlooks the canal and is filled with natural light from windows on three sides. This space was enhanced with solar sunshades and a dedicated HVAC system with new ductwork and vents installed in December 2023, allowing it to be enjoyed year-round. The kitchen includes ample cabinet and counter space, a breakfast bar, and Maytag stainless steel appliances. Down the hall you’ll find a large laundry room, full bathroom, half bath, and two spacious bedrooms. The primary bedroom features canal views and two closets, while the second bedroom includes a walk-in closet. Additional improvements include extra attic insulation, crawlspace vapor barrier, enhanced crawlspace venting, and insulation. A large storage shed off the back patio provides space for beach gear, bicycles, and tools. Spring Forest is a gated 55+ community offering amenities including a clubhouse, pool, social activities, and secure on-site RV and boat storage. Conveniently located minutes from the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk, restaurants, golf, shopping, medical facilities, and area beaches. Schedule your showing today to see this canal-view Murrells Inlet home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$284Price/Sq.Ft.
$120/moHOA Dues
2 spacesParking
Listed by Blackwater Team• Welcome Home Realty
•843-779-5315 (broker)
•WelcomeHomeRealtyMB@gmail.com (broker)
Contact: Cell: 603-205-3273
Bought with Beverly Thomas• Keller Williams Ballantyne Area
Est. $2,039 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 9466 Old Palmetto Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CCAR #2611381
Jul 14, 2026
Sold
$300,000
$284/sq ft
Jun 8, 2026
Pending
—
May 2, 2026
Listed
$309,000
$293/sq ft
CCAR #2515062
Sep 22, 2025
Sold
$265,000
$251/sq ft
Aug 12, 2025
Contingent
—
Jul 30, 2025
Price Changed
$279,900
$265/sq ft
Jul 25, 2025
Relisted
—
Jul 19, 2025
Contingent
—
Jul 17, 2025
Price Changed
$285,000
$270/sq ft
Jul 7, 2025
Price Changed
$299,500
$284/sq ft
Jun 23, 2025
Price Changed
$304,000
$288/sq ft
Jun 18, 2025
Listed
$314,000
$297/sq ft
+35
Back On The Market! Due to no fault of the sellers. This charming canal-front bungalow in the 55+ gated community of Spring Forest is just waiting for you to call it yours. The large, covered front porch is the perfect place to relax all day and greet neighbors as they pass by. Inside, you're welcomed by a spacious, open-concept living and dining area with vaulted ceilings, creating an inviting, airy atmosphere. Just off the dining room, the Carolina room offers serene canal views and is now fully climate-controlled thanks to a brand-new HVAC system with all new ductwork and vents installed in December 2023—including added ductwork for the Carolina room. With windows on three sides and new solar sunshades, this light-filled space is ideal for watching turtles and ducks year-round. The well-appointed kitchen features abundant cabinet and counter space, a breakfast bar, and Maytag stainless steel appliances. Down the hall, find a large laundry room, a full bathroom, a hall closet, and two generously sized bedrooms. The primary bedroom easily accommodates a king-size bed and offers large windows overlooking the canal as well as two cedar-lined closets. The second bedroom fits a queen-size bed comfortably and boasts a spacious cedar-lined walk-in closet. Energy-efficient upgrades include extra attic insulation, a vapor barrier, and enhanced crawlspace venting and insulation. A large shed off the back patio offers plenty of storage for beach gear, bicycles, and more. Enjoy resort-style living with all the amenities Spring Forest offers: a clubhouse, pool (and pool parties!), bingo nights, water aerobics—and the added convenience of secure, on-site RV and boat storage located just steps from the pool area. You're just minutes from hospitals, golf courses, fishing and entertainment venues, restaurants, and of course—the beautiful ocean. There’s so much more to discover—schedule your showing today and make this wonderful home yours!
CCAR #1709921
Jun 22, 2017
Sold
$137,000
$130/sq ft
May 1, 2017
Listed
$142,900
$135/sq ft
+18
What a great home! This canal front bungalow in the 55+ gated community of Spring Forest is just waiting for you to call it yours. The large covered front porch is a great place to enjoy all day long and greet your neighbors as they walk by. As you enter the home, the spacious open concept living and dining rooms are inviting and welcoming. Both rooms have vaulted ceilings and ceiling fans. The Carolina Room is right off the dining room and overlooks the canal. What a wonderful room to sit and enjoy the turtles and ducks. With windows on three sides, you get a nice, steady breeze. The kitchen has plenty of cabinets and counter space and breakfast bar. Down the hall from the living room are the large laundry room, bath, large hall closet and the master bedroom and guest bedroom. The master can easily accommodate a king size bed with room to spare. There are two good sized windows looking over the canal, and two cedar lined closets. The second bedroom is big enough for a queen size bed, and also has a cedar lined walk in closet. This lovely home has extra insulation in the attic, along with vapor barrier, venting and insulation in the crawl space for better energy savings. All the windows have been replaced and come with a lifetime transferable warranty. There is a large shed off the back patio, perfect for bicycles and beach gear, while leaving plenty of room to store all those extra items. Sold partially furnished, you can quickly be in your new home and enjoying all the amenities Spring Forest has to offer, like the lovely resort style pool and the large clubhouse, only one short block from your new home. Enjoy coffee with your neighbors, or get together for card night; you won't be bored living here. You can have the convenience of having on site RV and boat storage near the pool. Call soon, as this home won't be on the market long. All measurements are approximate and should be verified by buyer.
Public Records
Apr 7, 1988
Sold
$67,197
$64/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$666
$26,508 + $120,175
$146,683
2024
$666 (+15.1%)
2023
$578 (+9.7%)
2021
$527 (+16.1%)
$23,050 + $104,500
$127,550
2020
$454
$23,050 + $104,500
$127,550
2019
$454 (−4.2%)
$23,050 + $104,500
$127,550
2018
$475 (+20.6%)
$31,920 + $98,500
$130,420
2017
$394
$21,920 + $88,500
$110,420
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
1,056
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Horry County
APN
46312010012
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.