NOW PRICED FOR QUICK SALE - South Carolina Beach House with fantastic location on Fripp Island, second row, ocean view, steps from beach access 21. Check out the pictures, they tell it all. Location is perfect for guests and family with 3 years documented rental history of: (2017 - $59,625, 2018 - $$55,015, 2019 - $56,635). Three bedrooms and three full baths, includes large family room, Carolina room facing ocean, open floor plan, kitchen with eating area, utility room with washer & dryer makes for excellent second home or investment property. 701 is move in ready, sold fully furnished with new roof in 2016, two bay garage, large front deck, enjoy ocean breeze and walks on the beach just steps away. Home sits on over sized lot with 139' facing ocean, 701 Whiting walk to beach.
Outstanding one-level home, 2nd row to beach. Large wooded site very convenient to beautiful beach. Open floor plan perfect for casual island living. Superb location and quiet setting. Offered fully furnished with just a few personal exceptions. A must see home on Fripp Island. REDUCED $200K from original price - a ''best buy'' on Fripp!! Perfect for retirement or your beach getaway home.
Public Records
May 15, 2001
Sold
$466,000
$159/sq ft
Public Records
May 18, 1995
Sold
$223,000
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1986
Sold
$150,000
$51/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1977
Sold
$35,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,904 (+4.7%)
2024
$10,413 (+2.2%)
2023
$10,189 (+8.8%)
2022
$9,368 (+1.8%)
2021
$9,200 (+22.0%)
2020
$7,541 (−1.0%)
2019
$7,620 (+6.9%)
2018
$7,132 (−9.2%)
2017
$7,853 (+2.9%)
2016
$7,635 (+4.4%)
2015
$7,311 (+1.6%)
2014
$7,194
Tax history for 701 Whiting Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,904 (+4.7%)
2024
$10,413 (+2.2%)
2023
$10,189 (+8.8%)
2022
$9,368 (+1.8%)
2021
$9,200 (+22.0%)
2020
$7,541 (−1.0%)
2019
$7,620 (+6.9%)
2018
$7,132 (−9.2%)
2017
$7,853 (+2.9%)
2016
$7,635 (+4.4%)
2015
$7,311 (+1.6%)
2014
$7,194
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: Hwy 21 to Fripp Is. Security Gate, Tarpon to left on Whiting to 701.
Unparsed Address: 701 Whiting Road, Fripp Island, SC 29920
Community Information
Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Fitness Center, Dock, Membership may be required, Marina, Golf, Pool, Playground, Boat Landing, Boat Storage, Walking Trail, Security Gate, Storage Lot
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,926
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Beaufort County
APN: R400 040 000 0153 0000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
St. Helena Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.6mi
6/10
Lady's Island Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.6mi
3/10
Beaufort High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.5mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ 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
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Saint Helena Island, SC • 29920
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 5.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.16M – $1.40M
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