Wake up to the sound of the ocean - and almost nothing between you and it. Unit 328 at Sea Side Villas I holds one of the most coveted positions in the building: the second closest unit to the ocean, where Atlantic breezes and the rhythm of the waves are your everyday backdrop. Step onto your private balcony and breathe it all in - this is South Forest Beach living at its finest.This 1-bedroom, 1-bath villa was just repainted in April 2026, features a brand new HVAC system installed in 2024, and feels genuinely fresh. Elevated furnishings give the space a polished, resort-quality feel that stands apart from the typical beach condo - thoughtfully curated and immediately inviting for owners and guests alike. Short-term rentals are welcome here, making this an exceptional income opportunity in one of Hilton Head's most sought-after oceanfront communities. Sea Side Villas I is a gated complex featuring two pools, an oceanfront sundeck, grilling areas, elevator access, covered parking, and laundry facilities on every floor. Forest Beach's walkable lifestyle puts Coligny Plaza's dining, shopping, and entertainment just minutes away on foot or by bike.Whether you're seeking a personal island retreat, a turn-key rental investment, or both - this freshly updated unit in a premier ocean-close position is one you won't want to miss. Back on the Market as no fault of the villa or seller.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (8/6)
$375,000
23 S Forest Beach Dr APT 328, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
1beds
518sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$2,780/mo
Condominium
Built in 1979
-- sqft lot
$366,200 Zestimate®
$724/sqft
$550/mo HOA
What's special
Oceanfront sundeckElevator accessGated complexTwo poolsElevated furnishingsPremier ocean-close positionPrivate balcony
- 124 days |
- 564 |
- 36 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Gerwels 843-510-1000,
EXP Realty LLC
Source: REsides, Inc.,MLS#: 506965
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Multiple Closets, Smooth Ceilings, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Luxury VinylPlank, Tile
- Windows: Other, Window Treatments
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 518 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Unassigned
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Patio
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Details
- Parcel number: R55301800000010328
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: One Story
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate
- Subdivision: Sea Side/Sea Cabin On The Ocean
HOA
- Amenities included: Pool, Guard
- HOA fee: $550 monthly
Location
- Region: Hilton Head Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $724/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $385,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,688
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$366,200
Estimated sales range
$348,000 - $385,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,143/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Price change | $375,000-1.3%$724/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $380,000$734/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Pending sale | $380,000$734/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $380,000-5%$734/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000+3.9%$772/sqft |
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| 6/26/2023 | Sold | $385,000+92.5%$743/sqft |
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| 10/2/2017 | Sold | $200,000-7%$386/sqft |
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| 6/13/2017 | Pending sale | $215,000$415/sqft |
Source: Hilton Head Real Estate Partners #353987 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2017 | Price change | $215,000-6.1%$415/sqft |
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| 7/26/2016 | Listed for sale | $229,000-38.1%$442/sqft |
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| 12/13/2005 | Sold | $370,000+150.8%$714/sqft |
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| 4/30/2001 | Sold | $147,500$285/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,688 +109.5% | $23,100 +115.5% |
| 2023 | $2,715 +9.8% | $10,720 +15% |
| 2022 | $2,473 -0.3% | $9,320 |
| 2021 | $2,479 | $9,320 |
| 2020 | -- | $9,320 |
| 2019 | $2,281 +5.2% | $9,320 |
| 2018 | $2,168 +39.1% | $9,320 +39.3% |
| 2017 | $1,558 | $6,690 |
| 2016 | $1,558 | $6,690 |
| 2015 | $1,558 | $6,690 |
| 2014 | $1,558 | $6,690 |
| 2013 | $1,558 | $6,690 |
| 2010 | $1,558 +2.4% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,522 +2.7% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,482 +4.1% | $7,278 |
| 2007 | $1,423 +17.3% | $7,278 |
| 2005 | $1,214 -2.3% | $7,278 |
| 2004 | $1,242 +12.7% | $7,278 +54.5% |
| 2003 | $1,102 | $4,710 |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: Forest Beach
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Hilton Head Island International Baccalaureate Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 5.5 mi
- 5/10Hilton Head Island Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.8 mi
- 7/10Hilton Head Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
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