$470,000
$236/sq ft500 Bb Sams Drive · St. Helena Island, SC 29920
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,990
Sq Ft
1990
Built
What stands out
- Golf Course views
- Garage parking
- Fireplace
- Private pool
- Outdoor living: Patio
- Accepts VA financing
Highlights are generated from the property's MLS facts. See the full listing description and details below.
FEMA Zone X — outside the high-risk area but within the 0.2% annual-chance (500-year) floodplain. Flood insurance is not federally required but is often inexpensive here.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
Listing description
Charming Dataw Island home offering easy one-level living, abundant natural light and beautiful low-maintenance landscaping yard. The inviting living room features a cozy fireplace with custom built-ins and opens to a tabby patio overlooking the Morgan River Course and ideal spot to relax and enjoy the Lowcountry setting. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a large island perfect for entertaining, and both electric and gas cooking options. An open dining and family room create a spacious layout for eve…
Your all-in monthly cost (est.)
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SC taxes a primary residence at a 4% ratio with a school-tax exemption — far lower than the 6% investor rate.
Freddie Mac 30-yr avg (FRED), as of 2026-09-10 — a benchmark, not your rate.
Estimated all-in monthly
$3,726/mo
This is an estimate for planning only — not a loan quote or commitment to lend. Assumes a $470,000 price, 0% down, 6.76% rate over 30 years, and SC owner-occupied 4% + school exemption property tax. It excludes PMI/MIP, the VA funding fee, and closing costs. SC property tax varies by district and owner-occupancy status. Confirm every figure with a licensed lender.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Living Area
- 1,990 sq ft
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Electric Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Auto/Gar/Opener, Cable TV/Available
- Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Electric, Heat Pump
- Fireplace
- 1
- Water Heater
- Electric
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.14 acres
- Construction
- Cedar
- Foundation
- Slab
- Roof
- Composition
- Parking
- Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Porch / Patio
- Patio
- Pool
- Community
- View
- Golf Course
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Community & HOA
- HOA Fee
- $4,107 / annually
Financial & Terms
- List Price
- $470,000
- Price / Sq Ft
- $236
- Financing Accepted
- Conventional, Va Loan, Cash
- Zoning
- Residential
Listing activity
On the market for 15 days.
Status: Active
Sep 2, 2026
New Listing
Sep 2, 2026
Listed for sale
Sep 2, 2026
Source: Lowcountry Regional MLS. Price-change dates are shown without prior amounts; contact us for the complete history.
How the price compares
Recent nearby sales of similar homes
| Sold home | Sold price | $/sqft | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Shipwatch Drive, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 1,950 sqft | $635,000 | $326 | Jun 2026 |
| 636 S Reeve Road, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 1,929 sqft | $615,000 | $319 | Jul 2026 |
| 32 W Cedar Road, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 2,052 sqft | $507,000 | $247 | Jul 2026 |
| 1973 Seaside Road, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 1,920 sqft | $550,000 | $286 | Aug 2026 |
| 161 Locust Fence Road, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 2,150 sqft | $390,000 | $181 | Jun 2026 |
Recent closed sales of similar homes nearby (this list price is $470,000). Selected by size, beds, and recency from the MLS — a quick read, not a formal appraisal or CMA.
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Location
500 Bb Sams Drive, St. Helena Island, SC 29920
Near military installations
Distances are approximate straight-line estimates from the property's coordinates, not drive times. Ask us about real commutes and PCS timing.
Getting around
Downtown Beaufort
~5.5 mi
Bluffton
~21.9 mi
Hilton Head Island
~18.8 mi
Approximate straight-line distances, not drive times — ask us about real commutes and PCS timing.
Schools
School assignments and attendance boundaries should be verified with the local district — they can change and aren't guaranteed by this listing.
This area is generally served by the Beaufort County School District. We're happy to confirm the exact assigned schools for this address — just ask.
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Listing courtesy of Paige Sumler Walling, Lowcountry Real Estate.
Listing data last updated September 8, 2026.
Listing data provided by the Lowcountry Regional MLS. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. All measurements are approximate. This data is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
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