$1,189,000
$532/sq ft788 Marlin Drive · Fripp Island, SC 29920
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,235
Sq Ft
1968
Built
What stands out
- Ocean views
- Single-level living
- 2 fireplaces
- Outdoor living: Covered Patio, Deck
Highlights are generated from the property's MLS facts. See the full listing description and details below.
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Steps from Beach Access #2, 788 Marlin offers one of the most desirable spots on Fripp Island, where ocean breezes and coastal views set the tone for relaxed living. This elevated 6BR/3BA home features an open main level with living, dining, and kitchen spaces that make gathering easy, along with four bedrooms on the same floor. Downstairs, two additional bedrooms and a full bath sit beside a inviting open-air lounge within the carport area, complete with a sectional for unwinding after beach days. With generous sp…
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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 2026-07-23 — a benchmark, not your rate.
Estimated all-in monthly
$7,015/mo
This is an estimate for planning only — not a loan quote or commitment to lend. Assumes a $1,189,000 price, 20% down, 6.58% rate over 30 years, and SC owner-occupied 4% + school exemption property tax. It excludes PMI/MIP, the VA funding fee, and closing costs. For reference, the current tax on record (MLS) is about $4,287/yr — that reflects the present owner's assessment, which may differ from yours. Confirm every figure with a licensed lender.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Full Baths
- 3
- Living Area
- 2,235 sq ft
- Levels
- One
- Flooring
- Tile, Laminate
- Appliances
- Electric Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Furnished
- Heating
- Electric, Central
- Cooling
- Electric, Central Air
- Fireplace
- 2
- Water Heater
- Electric
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.33 acres
- Construction
- HardiPlank Type, Block
- Foundation
- Elevated
- Roof
- Composition
- Parking
- Attached Carport, Driveway
- Carport
- 4 spaces
- Porch / Patio
- Covered Patio, Deck
- View
- Ocean
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Community & HOA
- HOA Fee
- $1,321.68 / annually
Financial & Terms
- List Price
- $1,189,000
- Price / Sq Ft
- $532
- Annual Taxes
- $4,287
- Financing Accepted
- Conventional, Cash
- Zoning
- PUD
Listing activity
On the market for 6 days.
Status: Active
Jul 24, 2026
New Listing
Jul 24, 2026
Came on market
Jul 24, 2026
Listed for sale
Jul 23, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 Remora Drive, Fripp Island, SC 299205 bd · 2,137 sqft | $560,000 | $262 | Dec 2025 |
| 776 Marlin Drive, Fripp Island, SC 299205 bd · 2,504 sqft | $116,000 | $46 | Aug 2025 |
| 738 Marlin Drive, Fripp Island, SC 299205 bd · 2,562 sqft | $900,000 | $351 | Feb 2026 |
| 136 Ocean Creek Boulevard, Fripp Island, SC 299205 bd · 2,584 sqft | $1,250,330 | $484 | Sep 2025 |
| 507 Remora Circle, Fripp Island, SC 299205 bd · 2,612 sqft | $980,000 | $375 | May 2026 |
Recent closed sales of similar homes nearby (this list price is $1,189,000). Selected by size, beds, and recency from the MLS — a quick read, not a formal appraisal or CMA.
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Location
788 Marlin Drive, Fripp 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
~14.3 mi
Bluffton
~24 mi
Hilton Head Island
~18.4 mi
Approximate straight-line distances, not drive times — ask us about real commutes and PCS timing.
Schools
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Listing courtesy of Angela M Northrop, Agent Group Realty.
Listing data last updated July 24, 2026.
Listing data provided by the Lowcountry Regional MLS. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All measurements are approximate.
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