$1,400,000
$585/sq ft509 Hamar Street · Beaufort, SC 29902
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,392
Sq Ft
1897
Built
What stands out
- Downtown, Neighborhood, Bay, Water views
- Fireplace
- Outdoor living: Porch, Covered, Front Porch
- Fenced yard
- No HOA
- Accepts VA financing
Highlights are generated from the property's MLS facts. See the full listing description and details below.
FEMA Zone X — minimal flood hazard. Flood insurance is not federally required (lenders may still recommend a low-cost preferred policy).
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
Listing description
Anchored by a magnificent 400 year old live oak at the front of the property, The Old Teacherage at 509 & 511 Hamar Street is the kind of place that rarely comes available and never gets replicated. Originally built as a historic teacherage, this storied Lowcountry residence has been thoughtfully reimagined into a private coastal compound that blends timeless Southern character with modern flexibility and income potential. Framed by mature landscaping and the beautifully restored main residence and guest cottage,…
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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 2026-07-30 — a benchmark, not your rate.
Estimated all-in monthly
$9,988/mo
This is an estimate for planning only — not a loan quote or commitment to lend. Assumes a $1,400,000 price, 0% down, 6.66% 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
- 5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Living Area
- 2,392 sq ft
- Levels
- Two
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Fire Alarm, Fireplace/Equipment, Cable TV/Available, Dryer, Washer, Furnished
- Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Electric, Heat Pump
- Fireplace
- 1
- Water Heater
- Electric
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Master Downstairs
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.11 acres
- Construction
- Board & Batten Siding
- Foundation
- Crawl
- Roof
- Metal
- Parking
- Driveway, Gravel
- Porch / Patio
- Porch, Covered, Front Porch
- Fencing
- Partial
- View
- Downtown, Neighborhood, Bay, Water
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Community & HOA
- HOA
- None
Financial & Terms
- List Price
- $1,400,000
- Price / Sq Ft
- $585
- Financing Accepted
- Conventional, Fha, Va Loan, Cash
- Zoning
- Residential
Listing activity
On the market for 22 days.
Status: Active
Jul 14, 2026
New Listing
Jul 14, 2026
Came on market
Jul 14, 2026
Listed for sale
May 15, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 White Pond Boulevard, Beaufort, SC 299025 bd · 2,614 sqft | $635,000 | $243 | Jul 2026 |
| 1125 Salem Bay Drive, Beaufort, SC 299025 bd · 2,715 sqft | $500,000 | $184 | Jul 2026 |
| 1109 Salty Hammock Court, Beaufort, SC 299025 bd · 2,733 sqft | $472,000 | $173 | Jul 2026 |
| 1104 Salty Hammock Court, Beaufort, SC 299024 bd · 2,385 sqft | $499,940 | $210 | Jul 2026 |
| 1221 Salty Hammock Court, Beaufort, SC 299024 bd · 2,322 sqft | $466,000 | $201 | Jul 2026 |
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Location
509 Hamar Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
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
~0.7 mi
Bluffton
~17.2 mi
Hilton Head Island
~15.6 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 Clayton McKowen, BHHS Bay Street Realty.
Listing data last updated August 3, 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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