This lovely and spacious 4BR/2.5BA is located in Forestbrook Reserve which is approx. 1.5 miles from Hwy 501 and within minutes of the Coastal Grand Mall, schools, ocean, entertainment and many restaurants. Great primary or secondary home location! Community also offers residents sidewalks, street lights, a 10 acre lake, a 60 acre conservation area and a walking trail. An optional annual Forestbrook amenity package is also available yearly which provides access to the Forestbrook clubhouse, large pool, play area and tennis court. Home is approx. 2 years old, in "like-new" condition and features a dramatic 2-story high foyer and living room, huge kitchen with island, granite countertops, maple cabinets and hardwood floors in foyer, formal dining and living rooms and powder room! Also, spacious family room overlooking large fenced back yard with pond view. Master bedroom has two walk-in closets. Security system, in-ground irrigation system, oversized 2-car garage and gutters. Be sure to take a look at this home, you won't be disappointed!! Square footage is approximate and not guaranteed. Buyer is responsible for verification.
Single-familyProperty Type
2010Year Built
$148Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Robert Dicks Jr• CB Sea Coast Advantage Briar
Forestbrook Preserve where new homes are being built by D. R. Horton!! Forestbrook Preserve offers a wonderful convenient location to everything and approx. 1 1/2 miles from Hwy 501. within minutes to mall, ocean, shopping and entertainment. Great primary or second home location!!Community is nestled within some conservation areas and also offers residents sidewalks, street lights, 10 acre lake, picnic area, 60 acre conservation area , walking trail. Forestbrook Preserve residents also have choice of purchasing an Optional Annual Forestbrook Amenity Package for additional low cost per year which allows them use of the Forestbrook clubhouse, large pool, play area, and tennis court. SO HURRY. HOME IS READY FOR CLOSING!! THE MURRAY II PLAN IS FABULOUS WITH DRAMATIC 2 STORY HIGHT FOYER AND LIVING ROOM . HUGE KITCHEN W/ ISLAND, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, MAPLE CABINETS. HARDWOOD FLOORS IN FLYER, FORMAL DINING AND LIVING ROOMS, AND POWDER ROOM !! Also large family room FANTASTIC LARGE LOT WITH POND IN REAR OF IT!! Enough time to take adavantage of the Federal Tax Credit if it applies to you. All sf and measurements are only estimated and not guaranteed. Check out the picture of fountain in pond behind the home and also picture of the 10 acre resident's lake. GRAND OPENING REDUCED PRICES!
Public Records
Oct 26, 2009
Sold
$330,000
$104/sq ft
CCAR #815057
Oct 30, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jun 12, 2008
Listed
$82,900
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,412
$40,764 + $318,930
$359,694
2024
$1,412 (+7.2%)
2023
$1,317 (+3.4%)
2021
$1,273 (+12.4%)
$35,447 + $277,330
$312,777
2020
$1,133
$35,447 + $277,330
$312,777
2019
$1,133 (+11.1%)
$35,447 + $277,330
$312,777
2018
$1,019 (+1.5%)
$30,080 + $241,900
$271,980
2017
$1,004
$30,080 + $241,900
$271,980
Tax history for 514 Merlot Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,412
$40,764 + $318,930
$359,694
2024
$1,412 (+7.2%)
2023
$1,317 (+3.4%)
2021
$1,273 (+12.4%)
$35,447 + $277,330
$312,777
2020
$1,133
$35,447 + $277,330
$312,777
2019
$1,133 (+11.1%)
$35,447 + $277,330
$312,777
2018
$1,019 (+1.5%)
$30,080 + $241,900
$271,980
2017
$1,004
$30,080 + $241,900
$271,980
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
3,453
Year built
2010
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Horry County
APN
42703020091
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
SF 10
Single-Family District
It is the intent of this district to provide areas for single-family residential development, low to moderate density, to discourage the encroachment of commercial, industrial, or other uses capable of adversely affecting the residential character and to preserve the architectural character of established neighborhoods
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Golf related
Oct 31, 2013 • Final
Residential permit - addition w/ plan review
Construct a new Carolina room.
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.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Garage Door Opener
# of Parking (Total): 6
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Other
Features: Entrance Foyer
Room 2 Information
Master Bedroom
Dimensions: 15x15
Room 3 Information
Master Bedroom
Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 4 Information
Master Bathroom
Features: Double Vanity, Garden Tub/Roman Tub, Separate Shower
Room 5 Information
Living Room
Dimensions: 17x16
Room 6 Information
Living Room
Room 7 Information
Kitchen
Dimensions: 15x10
Room 8 Information
Kitchen
Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry
Room 9 Information
Great Room
Dimensions: 20x15
Room 10 Information
Family Room
Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 11 Information
Dining Room
Dimensions: 17x16
Room 12 Information
Dining Room
Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room
Room 13 Information
Bedroom 3
Dimensions: 12x12
Room 14 Information
Bedroom 2
Dimensions: 15x15
Room 15 Information
Bedroom 1
Dimensions: 15x15
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range
Interior Features
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Other Features: Split Bedrooms, Window Treatments, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Details: Brick Veneer
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Green Features
Green Energy Efficient: Doors, Windows
Pool and Spa Information
Pool Features: Association, Community
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 78x140
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Outside City Limits, Rectangular
Zoning: Res
Property Information
Foundation Details: Slab
Resale
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric
Location
HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Association Fee: $40
Annually
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Owner Allowed Motorcycle, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Tenant Allowed Motorcycle
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Pool, Recreation Area, Tennis Courts, Long Term Rental Allowed
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,453
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Horry County
APN: 42703020091
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Forestbrook Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Forestbrook Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Socastee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 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
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