Best location on the island! Moon Rise Cottage is only 3 1/2 blocks to great beach (Myrtle), less than 10 min walk to brewery and restaurants near King & Prince, 15 minute walk to Pier Village. Situated High and Dry 617 Beach Dr is in an X Flood Zone (no flood insurance required) - NO flooding from Irma. Quiet residential street shaded by live oaks with great neighbors. The Wainscoting and refinished oak floors add character, light and bright thanks to skylights, newly renovated kitchen with shaker cabinets and quartz countertops open to living area. Classic white tile and marble bathrooms, on-demand water heater. New carpet in front 2 bedrooms. Flexible floor plan with one bedroom apartment in back (bedroom, bathroom, laundry, combo living area and kitchen, fireplace) that can be open to rest of house or closed off for guests or separate vacation rental. Zoned HVAC with two thermostats. Exterior has new Hardie plank siding and gutters. Front yard with picket fence, low-voltage lighting, flagstone path, screen porch. Out back, there is a new Trex deck, outdoor shower, and a fenced backyard with room for a pool. Parking for multiple vehicles including attached one car garage with extra storage space. This home is offered as a turn key rental completely furnished including linens and dishes.
Sold for $1,250,000
$1,250,000
617 Beach Dr, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
3beds
1,728sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$1,288,600 Zestimate®
$723/sqft
$4,759 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,288,600
$1.16M - $1.44M
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Great beachFenced backyardTrex deckFlagstone pathShaded by live oaksNewly renovated kitchenRefinished oak floors
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gregory Hawthorne 912-266-6880,
The Hawthorne Agency Inc
Bought with:
Dana M Gardner, 269536
GardnerKeim Coastal Realty
Source: Scout MLS,MLS#: 1650911
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Warming Drawer
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Lock Out Floor Plan, Painted Woodwork, Shower Only, Primary on First Floor
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments, No Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Den, Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Other
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,728
- Total interior livable area: 1,728 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Other
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
- Has private pool: Yes
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Village
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 0403730
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Low Country
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,As Is,Renovated
- Year built: 1949
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation, Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Walk To School(s), Walk To Shopping
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Ocean View Gardens
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Simons Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $723/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $891,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,725
- Date on market: 12/31/2024
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/31/2025 | Sold | $1,250,000-3.5%$723/sqft |
Source: Scout MLS #1650911 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2025 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$749/sqft |
Source: Scout MLS #1650911 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+107.2%$749/sqft |
Source: Scout MLS #1650911 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2020 | Listing removed | $625,000$362/sqft |
Source: Signature Properties Group Inc. #1620575 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $625,000+42.9%$362/sqft |
Source: Signature Properties Group Inc. #1620575 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2017 | Sold | $437,500-4.3%$253/sqft |
Source: Scout MLS #1581571 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2016 | Price change | $457,000-1.7%$264/sqft |
Source: Signature Properties Group Inc. #1581571 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2016 | Price change | $465,000-4.1%$269/sqft |
Source: Signature Properties Group Inc. #1578852 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2016 | Price change | $485,000-2.9%$281/sqft |
Source: Signature Properties Group Inc. #1578852 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2016 | Listed for sale | $499,500$289/sqft |
Source: Signature Properties Group Inc. #1578852 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,062 +0.9% | $356,440 +37.1% |
| 2024 | $4,027 +8.1% | $259,960 |
| 2023 | $3,726 -11.1% | $259,960 +10.5% |
| 2022 | $4,191 -5.8% | $235,360 +40.8% |
| 2021 | $4,447 | $167,120 |
| 2020 | -- | $167,120 +2.7% |
| 2019 | $4,489 +2.6% | $162,720 |
| 2018 | $4,374 | $162,720 +9.6% |
| 2017 | $4,374 +9.3% | $148,520 +9% |
| 2016 | $4,003 +17.9% | $136,280 |
| 2015 | $3,396 -0.4% | $136,280 |
| 2014 | $3,409 | $136,280 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 31522
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10St. Simons Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Glynn Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.6 mi
- 10/10Glynn AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: St. Simons
- Middle: Glynn Middle School
- High: Glynn Academy
Source: Scout MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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